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Hear the river. A homestay in Rolep, Sikkim.

Silk Route· 4.5 · 65 stays

“Discover your quiet haven in Sikkim! This homely cottage-style stay, set within a tea garden, offers a memorable visit with delicious authentic cuisine and the constant, soothing sound of the adjoining mountain river. Whether you're a couple seeking a peaceful natural setting, a family on an adventure, or a solo explorer craving genuine hospitality, you'll find comfort and care with us.”

1 bedroomsSleeps 21 beds1 bathsHomestay

A look around

What's here

The first thing you will notice is the sound. A constant, calming rush from the river that runs right alongside the property. The home is a simple, long wooden cottage with a covered veranda, set on a small lawn. This listing is for a private one-bedroom, one-bathroom space that accommodates up to two guests. The room is clean and kept well, with a double bed and large wooden-framed windows that look out onto the greenery. Guests have access to a kitchen to prepare their own meals. The real draw is the location, a place to slow down. As one guest put it, it's a "beautiful place to enjoy the singing of an adjoining river." Your hosts, Oma and Sujata, live on the property and are known for their warmth. "We were floored by the hospitality of Oma and Sujata who always had a smile on their face while taking care of us," wrote a recent visitor. You might also meet the resident dog. "Don't miss spotting Pigu lazying around in the lawn all day."

What guests wrote

4.5· 65 stays

“Beautiful place to enjoy the singing of an adjoining river. Rooms of the cottage like building are nice, other rooms are not choice able. Food is so so. This area is full of small birds. Hundred years old Bridge is spectacular. Nearby Buddha Falls is mesmerising.”

Prabir Biswas

“this property was the best part of our trip to Sikkim. We were floored by the hospitality of Oma and Sujata who always had a smile on their face while taking care of us! The Homestay is located at a beautiful location where you can hear the sound of the river flowing all day. The place is clean, well maintained with all basic amenities. The food tasted so go...”

Ananya Chakraborty

“There are also tent facilities along with room. It is very close to the hanging bridge , you can hear The sound of the mountain river sound every time which is like most, but it is recommended to not go this property , reason being Road 10-3 is closed for road construction to this property and the road is very bad, hopefully in 1-2 months the road will be fi...”

email debu

“Beautiful stay, nice food and excellent service. The owner Oma Hang had arranged the entire silk route tour for me and my aged parents and the tour was really hassle free, all homestays were good and beautiful food and service. Awesome behaviour of all people, and the driver he provided us was too good, charming and friendly. I am very happy with this tour p...”

Patrali Dutta

“The first sight of the cottage is very good enough to remember this homely and beautiful homestay very near to this property Hanging Bridge. Ms Sujata and her brother were so hospitable and went an extra mile to meet our needs. The rooms were clean and maintained very well. The food was delicious and we got to taste the authentic cuisine. Overall the stay wa...”

Paramita Das

Where you are

Gangtok.

Sikkim's ridge-top capital — monasteries, cable cars and the road to the high north.

Best time

Mar–May and Oct–Dec

Nearest airport

Pakyong (PYG), ~30 km, or Bagdogra (IXB)

Nearby

Tsomgo Lake · Nathula · Rumtek

Approximate location · exact address shared after booking

Around the stay

Things to do nearby.

Rolep itself is a quiet village, a place for walks and birdwatching. The nearby hanging bridge is over a century old, and Buddha Falls is a short distance away. For wider exploration of Sikkim, you will likely pass through Gangtok.

From Gangtok, you can arrange a day trip to Tsomgo Lake, also known as Changu Lake. It sits at 12,400 ft, about 40km away, and freezes over in the winter. A permit is required.

Rumtek Monastery, the seat of the Karmapa Lama, is a 24km drive from Gangtok and one of the most significant monasteries in the region.

If you have a North Sikkim permit, the trip to Yumthang Valley is essential, especially during the spring flower bloom. The journey starts from Lachung, about 125km from Gangtok.

For serious trekkers, the classic Goecha La trek for views of Kanchenjunga's base camp begins from Yuksom in West Sikkim. Pelling, also in West Sikkim, is home to the historic Pemayangtse and Sanga Choeling monasteries.

Logistics

Getting there.

The most reliable airport is Bagdogra (IXB) in West Bengal, which is 124km away and takes about 4-5 hours by road. Sikkim’s own airport, Pakyong (PYG), is closer to Gangtok (30km), but flights are often diverted to Bagdogra due to weather.

The nearest major railway station is New Jalpaiguri (NJP), 122km away. From both the airport and the station, you will need to hire a private or shared taxi for the journey into Sikkim. Gangtok is the state capital and the main hub for arranging transport and the necessary travel permits.

Seasons

Best time to visit.

The best seasons for Sikkim are spring and autumn. March to May is when the rhododendrons are in full bloom across the valleys, a spectacular sight. October to mid-December offers crisp air and the clearest views of the Himalayan peaks, including Kanchenjunga. The monsoon months, from June to September, see heavy rain and frequent landslides that can shut down roads, especially in North Sikkim.

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