Vintage 4-bedroom homestay in Shillong, Meghalaya
4.7· 91 stays
Things to do nearby.
Ward's Lake sits in the center of town, a nineteenth-century horseshoe-shaped water body bordered by wooden footbridges, paddle boats, and rhododendron walking paths. Early morning visits avoid the central town traffic.
Don Bosco Museum of Indigenous Cultures occupies seven storeys in Mawlai, displaying galleries dedicated to the indigenous heritage, crafts, and attire of Northeast India.
Elephant Falls cascades down three distinct rock tiers roughly 12 km south of the property along the Cherrapunji road, accessible via paved stone steps.
Shillong Peak stands at 1,965 metres above sea level, offering wide vantage points across the surrounding valley on cloudless mornings.
Lady Hydari Park sits 1 km from Police Bazar, offering a short city walk among pine trees and flower beds.
Laitlum Canyons sits 25 km east on a high grassy ridge where the terrain drops precipitously into deep gorges. Windcheaters are recommended due to heavy ridge winds.
Mawphlang Sacred Grove lies 25 km southwest of Shillong. Local Khasi guides walk guests through the ancient protected forest, sharing local botanical rules and tribal history.
Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians stands near the city heart, built in 1936 with tall Gothic arches and stained-glass panels set against pine trees.
Getting there.
Shillong Airport at Umroi sits 30 km from the house. Flights connect mostly through Kolkata and depend heavily on local mountain weather.
Guwahati Airport sits 100 km away and acts as the main transit airport for the region. The drive along National Highway 6 takes around three hours by pre-arranged car or regional taxi.
Guwahati Railway Station is the nearest rail connection, located 100 km away. Shared taxis and direct private vehicles run regularly between the station and Shillong.
Police Bazar serves as the core transit hub in town, where shared taxis and local Sumos gather to transport travelers across neighborhoods and surrounding districts.
Umiam Lake sits 17 km north along the Guwahati road, offering a natural stopping point for reservoir views on the drive into town.
Cherrapunji, also known as Sohra, sits 53 km south and takes about two hours by road, serving as the launch point for waterfall hikes and limestone cave exploration.
Dawki lies 95 km south along the Bangladesh border, famous for clear river waters where longboats float over visible pebble beds during winter months.
Best time to visit.
October through April offers clear skies, dry trails, and crisp air across the Khasi Hills. Daytime sun keeps walks pleasant while temperatures drop sharply after sunset.
June through September brings the Khasi monsoon. Heavy rains fill local waterfalls and turn the valley bright green, though sudden downpours can interrupt outdoor road trips.
