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Living Root Bridges House, 4 BR, Meghalaya

Mawsynram· 4.8 · 154 stays

“A quiet home in Mawsynram, set among the green hills of Meghalaya. Four bedrooms, four baths. A place for up to eight guests to find some peace, away from the city. The house is simple, spacious, and equipped for a slow stay. From here, explore the caves, falls, and living root bridges that make the Khasi Hills famous. "A lot of greenery and peace here," as one guest put it.”

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A look around

What's here

The drive ends in the quiet of Mawsynram, one of the wettest places on earth. The home is a simple, single-storey building with a small lawn and a covered veranda where you can sit and watch the clouds roll in. It is, as one guest wrote, a place "away from the City hustle bustle, a serene & beautiful property perfectly situated in between lush nature." Inside, the home is big, spacious, and uncluttered. Four bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, provide a simple and clean base for up to eight people. Some rooms are straightforward, with wooden bed frames and light from the windows. Others are larger, with low-slung beds, wood-panelled ceilings, and sliding glass doors that open onto a small balcony. It's a place for a slow-paced trip, a base for a family or a group of friends exploring the Khasi Hills. It’s a place for those who, like a past guest, are simply looking for "a lot of greenery and peace here."

What guests wrote

4.8· 154 stays

“Rooms - super spacious, clean and comfy. Matress was super soft and needed after a long travel. Bathrooms we're clean and hot water geyser was available all the time. Service - Daniel and Mou were the incharge of everything and you'll feel at home with them. Food was super delicious and you won't miss home food. They'll cook with love. Ambience - We visited ...”

Vijay Rathore

“We stayed at KIVA Homestay, Nongstoin last week with our son and elderly parents, and it truly felt like a home away from home. The owner’s warmth, kindness, and child-friendly nature made our stay incredibly comfortable. They were equally caring towards our elderly parents, which meant a lot to us. The food was simple, homely, and delicious—cooked with so m...”

Gitima Bhattacharya

“The owner is warm welcoming and very supportive. The food is tasty and home cooked. Breakfasts are especially good and provide us in complementary basis. The location is a little bit aside from the hoche poche of the city. So best for those who want a little isolation from the crowd. It looks like they are upgrading the space gradually. In coming days th...”

D J MAZUMDAR

“We stayed here for a night and omg the rooms are amazing. The service here is topnotch. Extremely delicious and comforting homely food. Staff here is so polite and warm. You will want to stay here only just for the kind of hospitality you get. Absolute must stay. Super clean rooms with all amenities. If you come to Nongstoin, this is the only place you shoul...”

Suman iyer

“A recommendable homestay located in the lap of West Khasi Hills in Nongstoin Town. Rooms are very clean. Food was very delicious and they even arranged Jain Food. They even arranged early morning breakfast before their schedule. Hospitality of the people was the best part. It truly justifies the term Homestay 🏠 giving the feeling of Home.”

Sanghamitra Chakraborty

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

Seven Sisters Falls · Mawsmai Caves · Nongriat root bridges

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Around the stay

Things to do nearby.

The Khasi & Jaintia Hills are a landscape of deep gorges, living architecture, and underground rivers. Mawsynram is a good starting point for some of its most well-known sights.

The living root bridges are a worth seeing. The most famous, the double-decker bridge in Nongriat, is a challenging but rewarding trek involving a descent of over 3,500 steps. It’s a full-day trip.

This region is cave country. The Mawsmai and Krem Phyllut caves near Cherrapunji (Sohra) offer a glimpse into the limestone formations underground. Mawsmai is well-lit and accessible for most visitors, while others require a guide and a bit more adventure.

Nohkalikai Falls, India's tallest plunge waterfall, is a powerful sight, especially during or just after the monsoon. It's located near Cherrapunji, about a two-hour drive away.

The village of Mawlynnong, once named Asia's cleanest village, is a unique community-led initiative. Nearby, the Riwai sky walk offers views over the plains of Bangladesh from a bamboo platform.

Further afield is the Umngot river at Dawki, on the border with Bangladesh. Between January and March, the water runs so clear it looks like boats are floating on air.

Logistics

Getting there.

The home is located in Mawsynram, in Meghalaya's East Khasi Hills district.

By Air: The nearest major airport is Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati (GAU), about 160 km away. The drive from Guwahati to Mawsynram takes 5-6 hours. A smaller airport is at Shillong (SHL), about 60 km away, with limited flights, mostly from Kolkata.

By Rail: The nearest major railway station is in Guwahati, which is well-connected to the rest of India. There is no rail network in Meghalaya. From the station, you can hire a taxi for the journey to Mawsynram.

By Road: Mawsynram is connected by road to Shillong (60 km) and Cherrapunji (80 km). Shillong is the main hub for hiring taxis to explore the region.

Seasons

Best time to visit.

The best time to visit for clear skies and pleasant weather is from October to April. This is the ideal season for trekking to the root bridges and exploring caves.

The monsoon, from June to September, is a different experience altogether. Mawsynram receives over 10,000mm of rain, transforming the landscape into an intensely green, mist-covered world. While some caves and trails may close due to the water levels, the waterfalls are at their most spectacular.

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