Joie de Vivre is about more than a bed for the night. Here are the experiences guests come back for, each one easy to add to your stay.
Tell us what you'd like when you book and we'll plan a relaxed or activity-filled itinerary around the weather and the season.
From ₹300 per personA Hatha yoga class with a certified yoga professional, under blue skies and bright sun on the lawn. Or a guided meditation session with Kriya yoga energisation exercises, led by a certified yogi in a quiet, tranquil corner of the house.
Book in advance and pay the yoga expert directly. Yoga is also part of our all-inclusive group retreat.
₹1,500 for a group of 10Walk through green mountains and quiet jungle to the waterfall, where a private picnic is set up and served for your group, with light snacks and drinks included.
Prefer to wander on your own? Stroll down to Aunty Ji's dhaba at Double Daat for chai, or follow the village trails past step dams and terrace farms.
₹500 per personSavour an authentic Kumaoni meal prepared by locals, with dishes like mandua (finger-millet) roti, pahadi dals and seasonal greens, served family-style at the long table.
Naresh cooks Kumaoni and North Indian food at the house with local produce, and breakfast is included with every stay. Ask about afternoon high tea with home-baked cakes and pakoras.
On requestAs the hills turn blue at dusk, a fire is lit in the stone courtyard, with floor cushions, rugs and a grill loaded with paneer and chicken tikka, corn and seasonal vegetables.
When the embers settle, look up: away from city lights, the Kumaon sky fills with stars.
Joyfully curated for guests who want more than a stay. Most need booking in advance, so let us know when you enquire.
Slow mornings, breath and stillness.
A Hatha yoga class with a certified yoga professional, under blue skies and bright sun.
Advance booking · pay the yoga expert directly
Guided meditation with Kriya yoga energisation exercises, led by a certified yogi in a quaint, tranquil setting.
Advance booking · pay the yoga expert directly
A guided hike through green mountains and quiet jungle, followed by breakfast and a spa experience.
Jungle trails, waterfalls and starry skies.
Walk through the jungle to a beautifully curated private picnic by the waterfall, with service, light snacks and drinks.
An open-air evening under the Himalayan sky with professional equipment and an expert.
Visit Kapileshwar at Klasim, a Shiva temple said to be 1,200 years old, on the banks of a river. A scenic, easy-access spot full of history and mythology.
We can help arrange transport
Meet the village, its food and its makers.
Sit behind an electric potter's wheel with an expert and make something with your own hands.
A traditional Kumaoni meal prepared by locals.
An enriching visit that connects you with local life and meaningful social work.
Visit the local Gramya Haat factory to see village produce being made, and paint a canvas.
Explore quaint cafés, walking trails and the colonial charm of the mountains.
We'll help you plan it
Games, books, music and sun, free for in-house guests.
Carrom, darts, board games, outdoor games, and a smart TV with a sound system.
Read, meditate or simply sit in the glass house with the mountains and greenery all around.
Soak up the sun, play music and enjoy the peace of the hills.
We love curating intimate celebrations, with personalised décor, candlelit dinners and custom experiences. Tell us your plans and we'll take care of the rest.
For groups of six or more: your stay, every meal, guided hikes and trails, and daily yoga and meditation. Made for friends, families, wellness circles and small team offsites.
Pick your dates and mention what you'd like to do. We'll handle the rest.
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