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Secluded Lake View Retreat: Serene Escape

Shillong· 4.5 · 15 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

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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

4.5· 15 stays

“Absolutely the Best Place to Stay in Shillong! Our experience here was nothing short of amazing. The owner and caretaker were incredibly warm, attentive, and genuinely cared about our comfort and enjoyment throughout the stay. The location is perfect — just a short walk from Police Bazaar, making it super convenient for shopping, food, and exploring the ci...”

Kuralarasan K

“Serene lodge is the best lodge in shilong" My personal experience' I have been 2time's and I will stay at this guest house every time I go in the future. My answer is the best guest house🫡”

Pinku Das

“It was a lovely experience with good atmosphere, lovely staff and clean rooms. I am definitely on for my next stay for sure.”

Santanu Paul

“Mind-blowing behaviour kindlesness specially Ishan awsm boys”

Najibul Xang

“Good place for Home stay, prefered for kitchen like our own.”

SHADAP C

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

General area shown · 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.

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