Mukteshwar Temple Homestay
Mukteshwar Temple Homestay – Mukteshwar
Nestled in the Kumaon Hills, Mukteshwar is one of the most serene locations in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand. One side of Mukteshwar is covered by dense forest and on the other side provides a swapping view of the Himalayas and its enchanting valley. The snowcapped peaks of Chaukhamba, Neel Kanth, Trishul, Nanda Devi, Nanda Kot, Panchachuli, Annapurna blow your mind on a clear day.
This is probably the oldest and best located homestay in the entire Mukteshwar. It offer an undisrupted view of Himalaya including Chaukhamba, Neel Kanth, Trishul, Nanda Devi, Nanda Kot, Panchachuli, Annapurna. It’s been the home to Pan Singh Pawar who looked after Mr. Jim Corbett and helped him in killing the man eater tigress of Mukteshwar. This more than 100 years old house nestled in Mukteshwar hills is far away from pollution and hustle-bustle of the city life. It has 5 guest rooms; 4 on the ground floor and a 1 on the first floor. All come with attached toilets.
Location: Near PWD Rest House
No. of Rooms: 5, Total Capacity: 12
Classic Room: 4, Superior Room: 1
How To Reach
The nearest railway station is Kathgodam at 60 km and the nearest airport is Pantnagar at 95 km.
Tariff
Classic Room: 1950/-
Superior Room: 2200/-
Extra Person: 700/-
Complimentary: Breakfast
Note: These tariffs do not apply during festivals and holidays
Child Policy
Upto 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
WiFi (Broadband) • Parking • Running Hot Water • Television • Pet Friendly • Toiletries • Barbecue
Food
Kavita cooks delicious Kumaoni and North Indian food. Both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food is available. A hearty breakfast is served every morning including paratha, curd, pickles, sandwich, butter toast. Sipping up the herbal tea while watching the sunset would be an unforgettable experience for you. Don’t forget to try local Dal, Bhatt ki Churkani, Kadi Lobia, Mandua Chapati, Bhang ki Chutney etc.
Activities
Bird Watching • Reading • Star Gazing • Village Walk • Forest Walk • Adventure Sports
Point of Interest
Bhalugaad Falls ( 13km) • Mukteshwar Dham Temple • Chauli Ki Jali • Kapileshwar Temple
Excursions
Bhimtal (41 Km) • Naukuchiatal (44 km) • Sattal (48 km) • Nainital (51 km) • Tallital (49 km) • Almora (41 km) • Reetha Sahib Gurudwara (128 km)
Know your Host
The son of Pan Singh – Jagat Singh and his family are residents of Mukteshwar from centuries. After his father he continued to look after the PWD Guest House till his retirement. Now he with his son Vineet and daughter-in-law Kavita run the homestay to carry forward the legacy of the place. Sit with on a drink to listen stories of his father with Sir Jim Corbett.
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