Rose Cottage
Hartola, Near Ramgarh.

Rose Cottage is perched on top of a valley at over 7300 feet. It offers breath-taking views of the snow-covered Himalayan Mountains, such as the mesmerizing Nanda Devi, India's 2nd highest peak and the imposing Trishul peak. Nestled amidst fruit orchards, Rose Cottage overlooks forests and rolling hills. It is perfect for a family holiday, a romantic getaway or to soak in nature, unwind and simply relax. Children are sure to love it too

Off the beaten track, yet extremely well connected, Rose Cottage is a cosy boutique hotel though we prefer to call it a homestay in the picturesque village of Hartola in Uttarakhand. It is 340 kilometers from New Delhi. You can drive up in about 8 hours. The drive from Nainital is only 50 kilometers, and from Mukteshwar, only thirty kilometers. Both these are truly wonderful drives that cross forests, rivulets, and some picturesque areas like Ramgarh. The last ten kms from Nathuakhan village to Hartola is through a thick alpine forest called Kala Pathar with fragrant Deodars and Oak trees.

Accommodation : Living Space Rose Cottage has been designed lovingly by its owners to be in harmony with the undulating landscape of its location. As a result, both the ground as well as the first are distinct units with their own gardens, verandahs and open spaces. The short path from the main gate to the 1st floor entrance, is wide with a gentle gradient through apple trees and flowering shrubs. In season, you can pluck an organic snack right off the tree.

As you enter Rose Cottage the living spaces are welcoming. The wooden floors, vaulted ceiling of natural pine, and the wonderful fire place are the owners' interpretation of the elements of a traditional home, but with greater comfort. The living space opens into a wooden verandah. Here, the views simply take your breath away.

Every single room is bathed in natural light with full sized windows overlooking the orchards, verdant valleys and snow covered peaks. At night you can gaze at millions of stars or simply spend time looking at the twinkling lights of Ranikhet or Almora in the valley below. On colder nights the fireplace in the living room with its vaulted 25-foot ceiling is an ideal place to spend time with family and friends or simply curl on a sofa and read a good book.

The entire place including the three spacious bedrooms (Delux) one on the first floor and two on the ground (these two rooms have the option of being interconnected there is also a small kitchenette for the exclusive use of guests), all the living spaces are bathed in natural light with full sized windows overlooking the orchards, verdant valleys and snow covered peaks. All the rooms also come equipped with a coffee/tea electric kettle.

Eating Inside or out - whatever the season, even a simple meal is a delight. The kitchen is beautifully equipped for any special needs that you may have, the dining table by the entrance is great for summer and winter meals and the garden and verandahs delightful for late breakfasts or lunch.

The meals include American breakfast while the lunch and dinner fare comprise home cooked Indian fare with some simple non-Indian dishes.

Services • Perfect for a romantic getaway or family holidays • Off the beaten track yet very well connected • 8 HOURS from NEW DELHI, 50 km form Nanital • Snow covered mountain views when the weather is clear • Cab pick up from Kathgodam/ Haldwani • Option for renting the entire cottage with all three rooms • Fabulous location lovely walks • Good wholesome food with unlimited coffee and tea • Fire place in the living room • Lots of books • Family friendly