Enjoy Star Treatment And The Stunning Quietude While Staying At A Homestay In Bhimtal

By Author: Kiran Shah
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Each season, in Uttarakhand, brings out arresting panoramas that attract a colossal tourist gathering at the various destinations of this State. Nainital, Almora, Bhimtal, Dehradun, Mussoorie, Badrinath, Kedarnath, are some of the most visited destinations in Uttarakhand. A mutual understanding (done well in advance), between the visitors and the host, is always recommended for a friendly and memorable stay. While staying at a homestay in Uttarakhand, you will feel like being the part of the clan, welcomed by the villagers to attend their rituals.

Individuals, both of Indian origin and foreigners, visiting Uttarakhand are smitten by the immense beauty of the place. A homestay in Uttarakhand is found lost in the calmness and the serenity of the mountainous region. Nestled at an elevated altitude, these villages are set far apart from the din of the cities and towns. A homestay is surrounded by forests, orchards, farms and friendly villagers.

The pollution free atmosphere of the countryside in Bhimtal attracts many tourists to this destination. Famous for Bhimtal Lake, this ...
... place is a delight for the young couples and the adventure enthusiasts. Homestays in Bhimtal are cottages and colonial bungalows that are renovated to provide sober and comfortable homes for the visitors. Nestled in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, the homestays of Bhimtal are surrounded by forested land, making this place a perfect getaway for the nature lovers.

The host family welcomes their guests with open arm, caring and tending to all their needs. The room is provided to the guests has the required privacy and a well-ventilated space having open balconies or verandas with seating arrangements. Comfortable furniture enhances the cosiness of the room while the attached bathrooms provide 24 hours of cold/hot water supply. The walls are decorated with mounting and paintings that enlighten the visitors about the Kumaon culture. The guests enjoy the comfort of essential amenities like cable TV, DVD, tea/coffee maker, room heater or a cosy fire-place. The host takes great care to keep the room clean with change of bed covers at regular interval.

Enjoy fresh and piping-hot breakfasts and meals with the host family. You can join the family at meals or can have it in your room. The waft of the tasty dishes, cooked in the kitchen, will compel you to ask for an extra helping. Most of the dishes are prepared from the organic vegetables, grown on their own farm, with the right proportion of herbs and spices. You can learn to cook a local dish or give your hosts a live demo how to prepare your favourite dish. The homestays in Bhimtal offer maximum enjoyment, in a homely atmosphere.

Visit the village and meet the villagers, communicate with them and observe their lifestyle. Being a guest of the local family puts you on a pedestal where the locals invite you to attend weddings and cultural events held in the village. In the evenings, feast on the local cuisine while sitting around a fire, listening to the folklores or a music recital.

These homestays are affordable compared to hotels and resorts. No matter where you stay, the flat lazy trails or the zig-zag footpaths (through the woods) offer many alluring landscapes with unspoilt panoramic sweeping views. These homestays act like a magnet for trekkers where you can commence on a long walk with the best guide from the village.
 
Experience the best of Indian hospitality, individual attention and personalised service while staying at a homestay. The hills beckon the visitors to the fragrant flower beds, the variant coloured birds and a challenge to test their stamina.