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Forest Trek Lodge, Kumaon Hills View, UK

Mukteshwar· 4.4 · 68 stays

“A hilltop home near Pangot, a 45-minute drive from Nainital. The last 800 meters are on foot, a steep forest trail that leads you here. This is a place to truly disconnect - no network, no television. Just a simple one-bedroom space with a king bed, a balcony, and a wide-open view of the Kumaon hills. For those who find their quiet on a challenging path.”

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A look around

What's here

The road ends, and the final 800 meters are yours to walk. A steep, unpaved trail winds up through the oak forest, away from the sounds of traffic, until you arrive at this stone and wood home. The garden is full of potted plants and flowering bushes, set against bright blue window frames. The home is a simple, one-bedroom space designed for two. Inside, the room is paneled with wood, with a king-sized bed and an attached bathroom. There is a small balcony for sitting out with the mountain view. This is a place built for quiet and disconnection. As one guest puts it, the home "Provides a perfect setting to disconnect from the world. No network, No TV, just the nature." The property is surrounded by trees, and you can often hear birdsong in the mornings. There are also resident dogs who live here. Another guest noted, "Beautiful trees and plants can be found on the property and you can always spot birds around yourself. There are two lovely dogs at the property who will be with you throughout your stay." Guests have access to a kitchen to prepare their own meals.

What guests wrote

4.4· 68 stays

“Nice and quaint place located on hill top offering 360 degree view of hills, awesome homely food, generous host and courteous staff. Provides a perfect setting to disconnect from the world. No network, No TV, just the nature. Spotted a few birds too. We had a 3 night stay and it was most refreshing. Would love to come back. The access to the place is through...”

payal jain

“They don't just cater to the needs of their customers but also the environment. Beautiful trees and plants can be found on the property and you can always spot birds around yourself. Great location just makes it even better. Staff are really friendly and the food is good too. There are two lovely dogs at the property who will be with you throughout your stay...”

Akshay Tyagi

“Its my father's friend property located 45 mins away from Nainital. Located at this property pangot. It's a beautiful property which has breathtaking view after 2 km of trek from the parking spot. Everything is top notch about Bobby uncles property from food to view and not to forget the quick service and food. Kuddos to this property for making my 26th birt...”

Arjun Samant

Around the stay

Things to do nearby.

The home is a good point from which to explore the Kumaon region. Nainital, with its lake and markets, is about 17km away. For day trips, you can drive to the Jim Corbett National Park, entering from the Ramnagar gate. The park is open from October to June and is one of India's foremost tiger reserves. Further afield is Mukteshwar, home to a 350-year-old Shiva temple and Chauli Ki Jali, a cliff edge with sweeping views of the Himalayan range.

Logistics

Getting there.

The home is located in the Kumaon region of the Western Himalaya.

By Air: The nearest airport is Pantnagar (PGH), which serves the Kumaon region. From the airport, you can hire a taxi for the drive towards Pangot.

By Rail: The closest major railhead is in Kathgodam. Taxis are available at the station for the journey uphill to the Nainital area.

By Road: The property is a 45-minute drive (about 17km) from the main hub of Nainital. The final 800 meters to the home are not motorable and must be covered on foot via a steep forest trail.

Seasons

Best time to visit.

The Kumaon hills are accessible year-round, but different seasons offer different experiences. The clearest skies and most pleasant weather are from March to June and again after the monsoon, from September to November. The monsoon months of July and August see heavy rain, which can cause landslides and make the walking trail to the home slippery and prone to leeches. The high-altitude winter months, from December to February, can bring snow.

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