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Sunset view homestay in Cherrapunji, Meghalaya

Cherrapunji· 4.7 · 97 stays

“Wake up to misty valleys and endless cloud views at this charming retreat in Sohra (Cherrapunji), Meghalaya. Perched on the edge of the Khasi Hills, the property offers cozy rooms with large windows framing the dramatic landscape. Walk to the famous living root bridges, explore sacred forests, and witness some of the highest rainfall on Earth. The warm Khasi hospitality, home-cooked meals, and bonfire evenings make this a perfect base for exploring the wettest place on the planet.”

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A look around

What's here

Potted plants line the wide step entrance under a covered porch, leading into a double-height stairwell filled with natural light. Upstairs, large glass walls in the dining room open directly to the mountain skyline, where clouds float across deep Khasi gorges. Each room comes fitted with a king bed, a private bathroom, and a cushioned window seat built right beside wide sliding glass doors. Step outside onto the private balconies to catch the first light of sunrise over the eastern peaks, or watch the evening fog roll in across the valley as the sun sets. The home spans five dedicated bedrooms across its levels, providing five beds and five private bathrooms for up to ten guests. The indoor dining area has solid wooden tables set against floor-to-ceiling glass, allowing every meal to be paired with a view of distant waterfalls dropping down green rock faces. Staff on site run the kitchen, preparing cooked meals to order and arranging evening bonfires in the courtyard when the night air turns crisp. Guest reviews reflect the everyday rhythms of staying here. As Barshali das recorded, "the kitchen served delicious food. The staff were polite and generous." Shaji Pillai noted, "staff is very polite and helpful. Rooms were very clean." Regarding the location and access to trails, Atif Ansari shared that it is a "15 minutes drive to Tyrna village where you start the walk for double decker root bridge," adding that "they also did bonfire for us."

What guests wrote

4.7· 97 stays

“Our stay was an absolute delight. The property is well-maintained and offers a serene view of waterfalls, with mesmerizing sunrises and sunsets right from our room. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, and the kitchen served delicious food. The staff were polite and generous. A perfect place to unwind!”

Barshali das

“I had a wonderful stay here. The overall ambiance was excellent. The room was very pleasant, clean, and comfortable. The view from the balcony was absolutely breathtaking. The food quality was also very good. Highly recommend for a peaceful and scenic stay.”

Jay Jagtap

“Very nice and beautiful place with excellent view. The service and food is next level. 15 minutes drive to Tyrna village where you start the walk for double decker root bridge. Highly recommended. They also did bonfire for us.”

Atif Ansari

“An amazing place from a location perspective. You can see a waterfall, almost 180 degree valley and mountain view, sunset and sunrise all from your balcony. Staff is very polite and helpful. Rooms were very clean.”

Shaji Pillai

“Great location and good rooms/food with an amazing view. Close to the double decker living root bridge. Good value.”

Shankar

Where you are

Cherrapunji.

locally, Sohra

The wettest inhabited place on Earth — living root bridges, waterfalls and clouds that come indoors in the Khasi Hills.

Best time

Oct–Apr; Jun–Sep for full-flow falls

Nearest airport

Guwahati (GAU), ~150 km

Nearby

Nongriat root bridges · Mawlynnong · Dawki

Approximate location · exact address shared after booking

Around the stay

Things to do nearby.

The famous Nongriat double-decker living root bridge stands as one of the primary draws of the region. Reaching this natural marvel requires a descent of over 3,500 steps starting from Tyrna village, which lies just a 15-minute drive from the front door. Starting early in the morning allows travelers to pace the steep climb back up before the afternoon heat sets in.

Exploration around Cherrapunji also includes the limestone cave systems of Mawsmai and Krem Phyllut. Located short drives from the home, these caves offer narrow stone passages and natural dripstone formations. Visitors should wear sturdy footwear and bring a small torch when entering the deeper cavern pockets.

Nohkalikai Falls, dropping 340 meters from a forested plateau into a turquoise pool, sits within easy driving distance. The viewing point offers a dramatic vantage across the cliff face, particularly clear during the non-monsoon months.

For a longer day excursion, Mawlynnong village showcases traditional Khasi village care, cobble paths, and bamboo structures, alongside the nearby Riwai root bridge and elevated bamboo sky walks. Further east along the border, the Umngot River at Dawki, located 95 km from Shillong, offers glass-clear waters for boat rides between January and March when river clarity peaks.

Logistics

Getting there.

Travelers arriving by air generally transit through Guwahati Airport (GAU), located 100 km from Shillong. The drive from Guwahati into the hills takes approximately three hours along a well-paved national highway. Shillong Airport at Umroi sits closer at 30 km from Shillong, though flight options remain limited and run primarily through Kolkata.

The nearest major railhead is Guwahati Railway Station, situated 100 km away, as Meghalaya does not have a train network within its mountain boundaries.

From the hub of Shillong, Cherrapunji (also known locally as Sohra) is reached via a 53 km drive. This two-hour journey winds continuously through cloud-draped mountain passes, pine forests, and deep river valleys before arriving at the ridge.

Seasons

Best time to visit.

The prime window to visit Cherrapunji spans from October through April. During these months, skies clear, temperatures remain cool and crisp for walking, and balcony views extend across the entire gorge network without heavy mist interference. October and November offer fresh greenery right after the rains end, while December through February brings cold, clear winter days ideal for long outdoor treks down into Nongriat.

The monsoon season arrives between June and September, dropping over 10,000 mm of rain onto the plateau. While heavy downpours can temporarily close specific cave passages and steep trekking paths for safety, the monsoon displays the landscape at its most dramatic, with seasonal waterfalls cascading down the cliffs.

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