Heaven in the Woods Homestay-Rimbik
Heaven in the Woods Homestay – Rimbik
Nestled in Singalila National Park, Rimbick is a small village 56 km from Darjeeling. It is perched on a hill above river Rammam flowing from Sikkim to Bengal and is most popular for those who go to Sandakphu trek or Singalila National Park trek. Resting in the shadows of the majestic Kanchenjunga, it has beautiful landscapes and offers absolute peace and serenity along with mesmerizing sunrise views.
Located amidst Oak and Rhododendron forest, this cozy wooden cottage is located at 10 min walk from Rimbik Bazar with vehicle access right to the homestay. Enjoy a comfortable stay in the lap of nature with a local welcoming family. This double story house has a kitchen and dining area on the ground floor. The first floor has 2 family rooms. Each room has 2 double beds and a single bed and can accommodate 5 people each. There is an attic as well that has comfortable floor mattresses and can accommodate 3-4 people easily. All rooms have balconies that offer mesmerizing mountain and valley views. There are 2 external bathrooms in the cottage. One on the first floor and the other on the ground.
Location: Around 1.5 km from Rimbik Bazar
Number of Rooms – 3 ; Total Capacity – 15
How To Reach
It is 140 kms from Bagdogra airport and 128 kms from NJP railway station.
Tariff
Per Person: 1200 /- (min. 2 person)
Complimentary: Full Board Meal (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, Mor & Even Tea)
Note: These tariffs do not apply during festivals and holidays
Child Policy
Upto 6 years: Complimentary (No Extra Bed)
7-12 years.: 50% (Extra bed provided)
What you pay for a homestay, brings a direct socio-economic benefit to locals. Be proud by not asking for a discount.
Facilities
Parking • Running Hot Water • Open Seating Areas • Pet Friendly • Toiletries • Bonfire • Barbecue • Pick and Drop Service (Paid)
Food
You will get simple home cooked food. Breakfast options include roti, sabji, puri, omlette, chowmin etc. Regular meals include local seasonal vegetables, rice, momo, chowmein, chicken, pork etc. Locally procured organic vegetables are used in kitchen. Both vegetarian and non vegetarian options are available and can be prepared as per your choice.
Activities
Bird Watching • Reading • Star Gazing • Hiking • Village Walk • Forest Walk • Yoga and Meditation • Cycling • Fishing • Adventure Sports • Treks
Local Attractions
Rimbick Bazaar (1.5km) • Jarayo Pokhri Lake (2km) • Dema Garden (5km) • Natural Adventure Destination (4km) • Lodhoma,(13km) • Srikhola (8km)
Excursions
Nezi Monastery (34km) • Singalila National Park (46km) • Pokhribong (52km) • Gombu Rock (53km) • Trek to Darjeeling (56km) • Dhirdham Temple (57km) • Rock Garden Darjeeling (61km) • Tiger Hill (69km) • Kurseong (78km)
Treks: Sandakphu-Gurdum Trek • Bikebhanjan Trek • Singalila National Park Trek
Know your Host
Mingu Sherpa will host you here along with her brother Passang Sherpa and Uncle Pemba Sherpa. They together started this homestay to shelter tourists who are stranded after treks from Sandakphu. It has got popular amongst tourist in no time due to its beautiful location and welcoming hosts. They happily will go an extra mile to make your stay comfortable.
You may like to check more Homestays in West Bengal
