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Cherrapunji· 4.6 · 195 stays
“A homestay in Cherrapunji, Meghalaya, with views that stretch across rolling hills. Sister Lyndem, the host, is known for her kindness. Guests rave about the clean rooms and the helpful staff. "This place truly felt like home," one guest said, thanks to the warmth and care. You'll find a clean kitchen and the food is good.”
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What's here
This Cherrapunji homestay, in the heart of the Khasi & Jaintia Hills, offers a peaceful retreat. The rooms are described as "spacious, well maintained, and had all the necessary facilities." Guests wake to "the morning view from the room," a panorama of rolling hills and a reservoir. The host, Lyndem, and the staff are known for their friendliness and helpfulness.
The rooms come with a hot water kettle, dairy creamers, bottle of water and Nescafe sachets. The host is known for guiding guests with local roads.
Here are some guest impressions:
"This place is truly special and very close to my heart, not only because of its beautiful location, but because of the kindness and care of the people who run it."
"The host is very gracious, friendly helpful and humble."
"We had also requested for extra quilt due to the cold nights during December and host provided us without any hesitation."
What guests wrote
4.6· 195 stays
Job George
Anju R S
Amisha Singh
Kaustav Biswas
Sayantan Pyne
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Around the stay
Things to do nearby.
The homestay is well-placed for exploring the wonders of the Khasi & Jaintia Hills.
- Living root bridges: The famous Nongriat double-decker bridge is a hike away, with a 3,500-step descent.
- Caves: Explore Mawsmai & Krem Phyllut caves, both in the Cherrapunji area.
- Umngot river: Visit the glass-clear waters of the Umngot river at Dawki (January-March).
- Mawlynnong: Discover Asia's cleanest village and the Riwai sky walk.
- Nohkalikai falls: Witness the power of Nohkalikai falls, India's tallest plunge waterfall (340m).
Logistics
Getting there.
The nearest airport is Shillong (SHL) at Umroi, 30km away, with limited flights, mostly via Kolkata. Guwahati (GAU) is the standard arrival airport, 100km away from Shillong, a 3-hour drive. The nearest major railhead is also Guwahati, 100km away. Shillong, the state capital, is the road hub for exploring the region. Cherrapunji (Sohra) is 53km from Shillong, a 2-hour drive. Dawki is 95km from Shillong.
Seasons
Best time to visit.
The best time to visit is from October to April. The monsoon season (June-September) brings heavy rainfall (10,000mm+), which may lead to some cave closures, but the landscape is at its greenest during this time.
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