“A homestay in Meghalaya, close to Cherrapunji. Find peace in the heart of nature. This retreat offers a true escape. As Adrija Das said, "You will LOVE this place if you are looking for a safe, offbeat retreat, right in the lap of nature." Enjoy the sound of the water, and the attentive staff.”
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What's here
This homestay offers a unique experience, with a focus on simplicity and connection with the natural world. Reviews highlight the peaceful surroundings and the feeling of being truly away from it all.
Kim Hancock shares, "This space is breathtaking — truly an escape in nature!" and also notes the "many walking paths and spots by the river to dip your feet."
Dr. Ashish Yadav found the experience "serene" and praised the helpfulness of the staff.
You'll find basic but clean huts. Don't expect luxury, but enjoy the remote location. Geysers work well, and they’ll prepare a bonfire for you. The food is basic but decent, and they're happy to customize options.
As Vidhanth Chettri observes, "This isn’t your typical resort — it’s a peaceful retreat where you can truly connect with nature."
What guests wrote
4.3· 142 stays
“This space is breathtaking — truly an escape in nature! It is just 8 minutes drive or Scooty ride from the main road, and brings you right to the heart of peace. There are many walking paths and spots by the river to dip your feet.
The huts were basic but clean, do not expect luxury but given the remote location I was quite impressed. Geyser worked well, he...”
Kim Hancock
“The location is the main USP of this stay. You will LOVE this place if you are looking for a safe, offbeat retreat, right in the lap of nature. However, if you are staying here during the winter, come equipped with warm clothes / thermals / sleeping bags. The staff is very attentive and accommodating to all your requests, but the cabins are slightly under-eq...”
Adrija Das
“Great place, away from everyone, very serene, brother sixthson escape made it sure, we were comfortable, from bonfire, to food, to rooms and everything, he was very helpful, food was great. Location and room were lovely. But to visitors who are visiting- just one thing, dont make place dirty.”
Dr. Ashish Yadav
“A Tranquil Escape into Nature
This isn’t your typical resort — it’s a peaceful retreat where you can truly connect with nature. The surroundings are absolutely serene, making it a perfect getaway for those looking to unwind and disconnect. While the overall experience was refreshing, there’s room for improvement in the room furnishings and food quality. With...”
Vidhanth Chettri
“Indeed it was a great experience staying in this property. The view is just amazing. Service is superb. We got everything we asked for in just a few minutes. If you want to enjoy a calm and serene stay away from the hustle and bustle of the city, just go for it. The sound of the water is just a cherry on the top. Highly recommended.”
Kunwali Das
Around the stay
Things to do nearby.
This homestay is perfectly positioned for exploring the best of Meghalaya:
Living root bridges: Explore the famous Nongriat double-decker bridge, with its 3,500-step descent.
Mawsmai & Krem Phyllut caves: Discover the wonders of the caves near Cherrapunji.
Umngot river: Visit the glass-clear Umngot river at Dawki (best January-March).
Mawlynnong & Riwai: See Asia's cleanest village and the Riwai sky walk.
Nearest airport: Shillong (SHL) — Umroi (30km), or Guwahati (GAU) (100km, 3-hour drive from Shillong).
Nearest railhead: Guwahati (100km).
Road hubs: Shillong (the state capital, hub for Cherrapunji, Dawki, Mawlynnong); Cherrapunji (Sohra) (53km, 2-hour drive); Dawki (95km).
Seasons
Best time to visit.
The best time to visit the Khasi Hills is during the dry season, from October to April. The monsoon season (June-September) brings heavy rainfall (10,000mm+), which can close some caves and make travel challenging, but the landscape is lush and unmatched.
