A hideout in the Himalayas?

sotumenon · Jul 13th, 2009, 20:23

This does not strictly count as off-beat. But I’ve done a LOT of research online or at least tried to, and Google seems surprisingly reserved on the subject! I can’t seem to find what I’m looking for. I’m looking for somewhere to stay in the mountains for about 10 days at the end of December/beginning of Jan. I’m posting this here in the hope that someone has stayed in a place like this.
1. Preferably a cottage with a porch and an open view of mountains and greenery.
2. The “town”, by which I mean restaurants and cafes within a 20-minute to half-hour walk
3. Internet access not necessary – I will probably find it in a café
4. At least occasional electricity to charge laptop
5. Not too lonely a spot because security shouldn't be a problem
4. The tedious housekeeping stuff needs to be done without me
6. Not too expensive, don’t need luxury but definitely need hot water and a comfortable bed!
7. It could be a homestay with an independent entrance or something on a plantation or a cut-price hill resort

8. As for activities, I will do day treks and much walking, but mostly I will be sitting in some café or the other and writing. Or on the aforementioned porch.

In Chikmaglur, Coorg and the Nilgiris there are several reasonably priced coffee and tea estate stays that meet the requirements, but I’m looking for something in the vicinity of the Himalayas. The place I was researching was Mussorie. Does anyone know?

delhiwala · Jul 14th, 2009, 02:11

Binsar immediately comes to my mind...

You may stay at GMVN-TRH

livinhimalayas · Jul 14th, 2009, 02:55

Uttarkashi the perfect place for a retreat know of a place that would suit you perfectly. End December is off season may be able to get you great discounts. Let me know if you are interested.

sotumenon · Jul 14th, 2009, 04:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by livinhimalayas

Uttarkashi the perfect place for a retreat know of a place that would suit you perfectly. End December is off season may be able to get you great discounts. Let me know if you are interested.

Thank you Livinhimalayas. I'd definitely like to know more!

roopeeman · Jul 14th, 2009, 04:04

Send me a pm. There is one place that takes guests, it's a paradise, but not meant for everyone.

livinhimalayas · Jul 14th, 2009, 10:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by sotumenon

Thank you Livinhimalayas. I'd definitely like to know more!

The place I have in mind is called Kuflon Basics. Situated in a very quiet and beautiful are about half an hour out of Uttarkashi town. They have just built new cottages where you can sit and watch the mountains in relative peace. Broadband Internet cafe in town, food and all else available on demand. Great place for a relaxing holiday. Great walks and treks around the area.

Quote:

Originally Posted by roopeeman

Send me a pm. There is one place that takes guests, it's a paradise, but not meant for everyone.

Sotumenon doesn't have pm facility doesn't have enough posts/vintage for pm's

delhiwala · Jul 14th, 2009, 12:50

Sounds good !

Any contact details ?

Quote:

Originally Posted by livinhimalayas

The place I have in mind is called Kuflon Basics. Situated in a very quiet and beautiful are about half an hour out of Uttarkashi town.

livinhimalayas · Jul 14th, 2009, 12:53

Quote:

Originally Posted by delhiwala

Sounds good !

Any contact details ?

Yeah yo uwant Anil Kuriyal's phone number (he is the owner) or will the website do?
The website is www.kuflonbasics.com. The info on the site is dated he has built cottages this year and they are really really nice.

livinhimalayas · Jul 14th, 2009, 12:59

Quote:

Originally Posted by delhiwala

Sounds good !

Any contact details ?

Yeah you want Anil Kuriyal's phone number (he is the owner) or will the website do?
The website is www.kuflonbasics.com. The info on the site is dated he has built cottages this year and they are really really nice.

sotumenon · Jul 14th, 2009, 14:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by roopeeman

Send me a pm. There is one place that takes guests, it's a paradise, but not meant for everyone.

Roopeeman, I can't seem to be able to PM you... I don't know if it's because I'm a new member and are not yet allowed some privileges? Would you mail me? shilo70 AT hotmail

sotumenon · Jul 14th, 2009, 14:30

Thank you all! I will check out both Binsar and Kuflon Basics, which sounds rather like a mattress

rajered · Jul 14th, 2009, 17:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by sotumenon

Roopeeman, I can't seem to be able to PM you... I don't know if it's because I'm a new member and are not yet allowed some privileges? Would you mail me? shilo70 AT hotmail

For you to be able to PM you should have posted atleast 10 times.

ed_laughton · Jul 15th, 2009, 18:33

If you are looking for accommodation in the Himalayas then check out Sitla Estate near Mukteshwar, its a bit more than you might want to spend but its off season so a deal could be done and in terms of food and location its the best we have stayed at.

livinhimalayas · Jul 16th, 2009, 11:05

Here are a few pictures of Kuflon Basics

brishti · Jul 16th, 2009, 13:28

kuflon [wish they'd change the name ] basics looks wondrous livinhimalayas.
their web site is really well done - information hierarchy is A1.
compliment the whomsoever on it

:brishti

Jul 13th, 2009, 20:23	#1
sotumenon Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 12	A hideout in the Himalayas? This does not strictly count as off-beat. But I’ve done a LOT of research online or at least tried to, and Google seems surprisingly reserved on the subject! I can’t seem to find what I’m looking for. I’m looking for somewhere to stay in the mountains for about 10 days at the end of December/beginning of Jan. I’m posting this here in the hope that someone has stayed in a place like this. 1. Preferably a cottage with a porch and an open view of mountains and greenery. 2. The “town”, by which I mean restaurants and cafes within a 20-minute to half-hour walk 3. Internet access not necessary – I will probably find it in a café 4. At least occasional electricity to charge laptop 5. Not too lonely a spot because security shouldn't be a problem 4. The tedious housekeeping stuff needs to be done without me 6. Not too expensive, don’t need luxury but definitely need hot water and a comfortable bed! 7. It could be a homestay with an independent entrance or something on a plantation or a cut-price hill resort 8. As for activities, I will do day treks and much walking, but mostly I will be sitting in some café or the other and writing. Or on the aforementioned porch. In Chikmaglur, Coorg and the Nilgiris there are several reasonably priced coffee and tea estate stays that meet the requirements, but I’m looking for something in the vicinity of the Himalayas. The place I was researching was Mussorie. Does anyone know?

Jul 14th, 2009, 02:11	#2
delhiwala IM what IM Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Indeyah ! Posts: 4,817	Binsar immediately comes to my mind... You may stay at GMVN-TRH __________________ Travel only with thy equals or thy betters; if there are none, travel alone. - The Dhammapada

Jul 14th, 2009, 02:55	#3
livinhimalayas still learning Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Abode of Snow Posts: 3,337	Uttarkashi the perfect place for a retreat know of a place that would suit you perfectly. End December is off season may be able to get you great discounts. Let me know if you are interested. __________________ He that would live in peace and at ease must not speak all he knows or all he sees. - Benjamin Franklin

Jul 14th, 2009, 04:04	#5
roopeeman Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Hottingen Posts: 177	Send me a pm. There is one place that takes guests, it's a paradise, but not meant for everyone. __________________ I believe in incarnation

Jul 16th, 2009, 11:05	#14
livinhimalayas still learning Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Abode of Snow Posts: 3,337	Here are a few pictures of Kuflon Basics Attached Thumbnails

Jul 14th, 2009, 14:30	#11
sotumenon Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 12	Thank you all! I will check out both Binsar and Kuflon Basics, which sounds rather like a mattress

Jul 15th, 2009, 18:33	#13
ed_laughton Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Posts: 7	If you are looking for accommodation in the Himalayas then check out Sitla Estate near Mukteshwar, its a bit more than you might want to spend but its off season so a deal could be done and in terms of food and location its the best we have stayed at.

Jul 16th, 2009, 13:28	#15
brishti disMember Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: india Posts: 3,687	kuflon [wish they'd change the name ] basics looks wondrous livinhimalayas. their web site is really well done - information hierarchy is A1. compliment the whomsoever on it :brishti

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