Green Valley Homestay, Shaleen-Manali
Green Valley Homestay, Shaleen – Manali
Shaleen is a serene village located at a distance of just about 6 kms from Manali, Himachal Pradesh. It is one of the most beautiful and peaceful villages in Himachal and is surrounded by deodar, apple orchards, oak trees and spectacular snow clad mountains. Not very far from Manali yet away from all the touristy crowds, this homestay is ideal for a few days break from the mundane city life.
A nice hike of 150 mtr through the forest will take you to this traditional Kathkuni village homestay that promises a perfect hideout in the lap of nature. The house has three spacious duplex rooms that can easily accommodate a group of 15 people. If you are up for some adventure, the host also has tents that can be pitched in the lawn. Wake up to the chirping birds, have hearty breakfast cooked with love by the host family, go on a short trek exploring hidden nature trails and have lunch picnic, come back to the mesmerizing sunset and have a good peaceful sleep in the lap of nature. This place is perfect for adventurous nature lovers, couples looking for romantic hideout, solo travelers looking for a safe place to crash, and for families wanted to spend some quality time together!
Location: 5 min walking from Shandilya Rishi, Shaleen Village
No. of Rooms: 3-Total Capacity: 15; Tent: 5-6 (2 person tent)
How to Reach
Shaleen is located 6 km from Manali and easily accessible by road. Bhuntar is the nearest airport located at a distance of 51 km. There are Volvo buses as well that ply between Delhi and Manali quite frequently.
Tariff
Classic Room: 2500/-
Extra Person: 1000/-
Complimentary: Breakfast
Note: This tariff does not apply during festivals and holidays.
Child Policy
Up to 6 years: Complimentary (no extra bed)
7-12 years.: 50% (with extra bed)
What you pay for a homestay, brings a direct socio-economic benefit to locals. Be proud by not asking for a discount.
Facilities
Internet • Parking • Air Conditioning • Television • Electric Kettle • Running Hot Water • Open Seating Areas • Pet Friendly • Toiletries • Library • Bonfire • Barbecue • Pick and Drop Service (Paid)
Food
They serve homemade food to guests. Enjoy the traditional pahadi meals that the host family cooks for their guests with so much love. You must try Traditional Red Rice and Local Rajma. The meals are prepared using farm fresh organic vegetables. You can actually taste the purity of Honey, milk and ghee served with the meals. And you can also enjoy crunchy garden fresh seasonal fruits. Non-vegetarian meals can be prepared on pre order.
Activities
Bird Watching • Reading • Star Gazing • Hiking • Forest Walk • Yoga and Meditation • Cycling • Fishing • Adventure Sports
Local Attractions
Baror Parsha Waterfall (3.5km) • Mall Road (8km) • Hadimba Devi Temple (10km) • Arjun Goofa (11km) • Vashisht Temple (12km) • Manu Temple (12km) • Manali Wildlife Sanctuary (12km) • Nehru Kund (13km) • Jogini Falls (13km) • Sajal Waterfall (19km) • Solang Valley (20km) • Solang Ropeway Cable Car (21km)
Excursions
Naggar (21km) • Atal Tunnel (37km) • Rahala Waterfalls (36km) • Bhrigu lake (26km) • Naggar Castle (19km) • Gauri Shankar Temple (18km) • Rohtang Pass (44km) • Sissu Lake (47km) • Kasol (74km) • Gurudwara Sahib Manikaran (78km) • Chandrakhani Pass (80km)
Know Your Host
Ved Prakash, your host here is a native of this area and is familiar with the surrounding areas. Apart from managing homestays, he does farming and also drives a taxi. Hospitality is in the culture of these pahadis for centuries so he perfectly knows how to make guests feel comfortable and at home!
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