Whistling Thrush Cottage, Bhimtal (2bhk)

Everything, from the moment of arrival to our goodbyes, was nothing short of perfect. Col. uncle sent us a list of restaurant recommendations & phone numbers of places that can deliver to our cottage. He also gave us details of things we could do around our stay & in Nainital. We had a minor hiccup regarding complimentary breakfast, as they do not provide this service anymore, but made the exception for us on our first morning cuz I hadn't known otherwise.

There was nothing to not like.

Nestled in the hills and shrouded by the pristine pines, Whistling Thrush is a beautiful respite from reality. You wake up to a beautiful mornings heralded by the whistles of omnipresent birds and can have your morning cuppa sitting on the balcony overlooking nature's best. Sometimes you may find that you are literally in a cloud while sitting on the terrace. The homestay is well equipped with everything needed to make you comfortable. My 5 year old loved collecting all the pine needles strewn around and my 1 year old spent the days exploring bugs and flowers in the garden. The food cooked by Mrs. Ratna was like a warm hug in the cold hills. Even warmer was Col. Chauhan's hospitality. When we arrived before our check in time, they opened not only their hearts but also their home for us, made us so comfortable and guided us for our trip. Also they accommodated an early breakfast.These things go beyond the duties of their business.

Everything was perfect

Cosy cottage and very welcoming hosts. Wonderful place to stay. Thanks for being such great hosts!

Location, Food (Home made), Wonderful Host

It's a self-sufficient two-bedroom cottage with everything you could require on a holiday, including a dog bed! The hosts very kindly left behind treats for the dog too! The food is delicious, and homemade. And Mrs Chauhan sends thoughtful sweet treats with every meal.

The property is on a steep incline and includes climbing stairs, both to reach the cottage and in the cottage too. While all this exercise is welcome for young people, all those stairs aren't the easiest to navigate for older parents.

The location provided gives an amazing view which surpassed all expectations. The host and facilities provided makes it feel like home. Definitely a place for a peaceful weekend.

The Property is Owned and Managed by the Chauhan Family. It has a fabulous view. Mr. Chauhan is a phenomenal host, he is open to access at all hours, Ratna Maam is a fabulous chef, she cooks delicious food and has a curated menu for the guests. There is a house help Manoj who will help you with almost anything. You can do Born fires at night and enjoy drinks and food in the open balcony. Even though Bhimtal is 17-18 kms away from Nainital, this place is not crowded. The Cottage is very close to general stores, restaurants, handloom houses and handicraft. Adventure sports are just 5 kms away from the cottage.

The location of the property and the property in itself is very good. Very cosy feels with the view of Bhimtal town. The owners have taken care of small details in rooms and kitchen, which is very sweet. The kitchen is fully equipped with gas stove, utensils etc. We especially loved that they were equally welcoming towards our pet dog and had kept a surprise treat !