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Secluded Lake View Retreat: Serene Escape

Shillong· 4.3 · 39 stays

“The rooms are clean and comfortable, perfect for a relaxing getaway. The food was excellent, one guest raved. The staff is known for being extremely helpful and courteous. Enjoy the peaceful ambiance and unwind in this tranquil spot.”

9 bedroomsSleeps 189 beds9 bathsHouseWifiHot Water

A look around

What's here

The house is known for its clean and spacious rooms. Guests often comment on the "breathtaking views" from the balcony, offering a perfect spot to relax and soak in the natural beauty of the area. One guest mentioned the "crispy sliced pork was out of this world." Here are some quotes from previous guests: "The rooms are clean & spacious, and the view from the balcony is breath-taking." "We really loved every bit of our stay... and would love to come back again soon." "The staff were also very helpful."

What guests wrote

4.3· 39 stays

“this property is a gem of place near Umiam Lake. It is located towards the end of the series of resorts on the west bank of Umiam, hence not too well known till now. We stayed there over the weekend as a group of 17 lads on a get-together trip and we had booked all of the 8 rooms available. We had booked the rooms long before, and were alarmed with the recen...”

deba43

“Such a wonderful experience in this property. It's a very quiet n peaceful place to enjoy your lazy holidays. Food is also good. Staffs are very polite n helpful. We went there in December, so could not enjoy the swimming pool due to feezing water. Just do remember to place your order well ahead of time, because they took time to deliver. Also look for the c...”

Daisy Dewri

“Had a wonderful weekend stay at this property Lake View, Umbir with friends. The serene location and breathtaking views made the experience truly refreshing. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the food was excellent. What stood out the most was the extremely helpful staff and courteous management. Looking forward to visiting again.”

Bhaskar J. Das

“We had a wonderful stay at this place. Perfect place to relax. The staff were also very helpful.”

Aswin Narayanan

Where you are

Shillong.

The Meghalaya state capital — pine-covered ridges, waterfalls and a colonial hill-station core, and the gateway to the Khasi Hills.

Best time

Oct–Apr; Sep–Nov for clear post-monsoon skies

Nearest airport

Guwahati (GAU), ~100 km; Shillong (SHL) at Umroi, ~30 km, limited flights

Nearby

Elephant Falls · Shillong Peak · Umiam Lake

Approximate location · exact address shared after booking

Around the stay

Things to do nearby.

The house is ideally situated for exploring the best of the Khasi & Jaintia Hills.

Living root bridges: Explore the unique living root bridges of Nongriat, including the famous double-decker (3,500-step descent).
Mawsmai & Krem Phyllut caves: Discover the ancient Mawsmai and Krem Phyllut caves in the Cherrapunji area.
Umngot river at Dawki: Experience the glass-clear waters of the Umngot river at Dawki (January-March).
Mawlynnong & Riwai sky walk: Visit Mawlynnong, Asia's cleanest village, and the Riwai sky walk.
Nohkalikai falls: Witness the majestic Nohkalikai Falls (340m), India's tallest plunge waterfall.

Logistics

Getting there.

Nearest airports: Shillong (SHL) — Umroi (30km), Guwahati (GAU) (100km, 3-hour drive from Shillong).
Nearest railhead: Guwahati (100km).
Road hubs: Shillong (0km), Cherrapunji (Sohra) (53km, 2-hour drive), Dawki (95km).

Seasons

Best time to visit.

The best time to visit is during the dry season, from October to April. The monsoon season (June-September) brings heavy rainfall (10,000mm+), which can lead to some cave closures and limited accessibility, but the lush green scenery during this period is unmatched.

Before you book

The fine print, written plainly.

Frequently asked

The questions travellers ask.

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