This winter, leave your heart at these cosy Uttarakhand stays

When was the last time you pampered yourself with an amazingly comfortable and luxurious stay in the hills? Everybody deserves a luxurious home-away-from-home experience. Add the best views and nature as well as local experiences, and you have a holiday to remember for a long time.

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From cosy rooms and old world charms to spending quality time with nature, these stays in the hills of Uttarakhand are to die for.

Located on the tiny hamlet of Chalnichina, between Mukteshwar and Binsar, this Hushstays property is a luxury private retreat. This house made of stone bricks sits cosily at a height of 7000 ft, giving sweeping views of snow-capped Trishul and Nanda Devi peaks and vast multiple terraced fields. This is literally a room with a view.

Tariff: Starts from INR 14,000.

A stay at Grand Oak Manor will take you back in time. This 1856 heritage property will give you a stay with some of the best views of the Binsar valley and of the surrounding forests.The property is just a stone’s throw distance from Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary; peace and quiet is guaranteed.

Tariff: Starts from INR 7665.

Located in the serene setting of Kanatal, Avalon can be your home away from home. This one comes with the option of 2-3-4 bedrooms. Pick this one for the cosiest of rooms you will ever find, and with the best of the views. Large decks allow you to enjoy the starry nights without leaving the comfortable confines.

Tariff: Starts from INR 29,100.

The six-bedroom Wakefield Estate, located in Barlow Ganj, is ultra luxe. Warm fireplace, beautiful backyard and lush garden to laze around, and rooms to let you have a super comfortable stay with all the best of amenities. A great place for family vacation, Wakefield Estate can be a hassle-free holiday in the hills.

Tariff: Starts from INR 97,000.

This one is situated right inside Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary. Gift yourself this nature stay, which comes with a lot of tranquil moments with nature, amazing views and mouth-watering local cuisine. Here, you can even have meals in the forest! Easily one of the most popular stays in the area, Mary Budden Estate doesn’t disappoint when it comes to comfort and tranquillity.

Tariff: Starts from INR 30,000.

La Villa Bethany is one of the best ways to explore Landour's timeless beauty and heritage. This homestay is centrally located, and from here you can get the scenic view of the Doon Valley. La Villa Bethany has made a respectable place for itself when it comes to comfort and eco-friendliness. The homestay runs on solar power, and does an excellent job of rainwater harvesting!

Tariff: Starts from INR 21,000