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A sumptuous sanctuary for 13

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Our intimate experiential retreat welcomes discerning guests to indulge in the splendour of the Great Himalayas in the charming village of Letibunga in Mukteshwar. The stay features 1 family suite, 1 triple room, and 2 double rooms, providing a sumptuous sanctuary for up to 13 guests.

Our accommodations are housed in two distinct units, with the first being the Ivy cottage. Named after the elegant English Ivy vines that adorn its gracefully aging walls, this cottage exudes timeless charm. Each room within Ivy features exquisite pine wood interiors, seamlessly blending old-world architectural allure with enduring durability and classic elegance.

The second accommodation unit, a recent addition, showcases two twin rooms named Mrida Twin Suite on the ground floor, complemented by our innovative communal space, Kriti, situated on the top floor.

Mountain & Farm View

Queen Bed

2 adults

17 sqm

Pet friendly (extra charges)

Mountain & Farm View

Queen Bed

2 Guests

17 sqm

Free High-speed WIFI

Pet friendly (extra charges)

Mountain & Farm View

1 king bed, 1 single bunk bed

Up to 3 adults or 2 adults with 2 kids below 5 years

30 sqm

Pet friendly (extra charges)

Mountain & Farm View

1 king bed, 1 single bunk bed

3 Guests

Work Desk​

30 sqm

Pet friendly (extra charges)

Mountain & Farm View

3 King Beds

Up to 6 adults with 3 Kids below 5 years

167 sqm

Pet friendly (extra charges)

Mountain & Farm View

6 Guests

Pet friendly (extra charges)

3 King Beds

Private 360 degree Balcony, Sun/ Moon Deck, Gazebo, & Fire Pit areas

167 sqm

Experience Shoonya

Common Queries Answered

Check-in is anytime after 2 pm. Any request for early check-in will depend on availability and will fetch extra charges.

If you wish to extend your stay, please notify us 24-hours prior.

You can checkout between 8 am and 11 am. Any request to extend the checkout time will depend upon the occupancy on that day and the other guests’ check-in time preferences. Late checkout will fetch extra charges.

Yes, we have a private parking spot, adjacent to the main road. A ~600m (12-15 min) village trail walk takes you to the property. First 100 m are the steepest: We can drop the needful guests in our car until that spot. From there it is ~200 m flat >> 50 m uphill, not very steep >> ~250m flat and down hill. Our team member/s will provide help with heavy luggage/s. We request our guests to extend their helping hands in carrying light items and luggages such as laptop bags, hand bags, bag-packs etc.

Our parking space is non-gated and is adjacent to the main road. Most of the villages/ houses in this region are situated away from the road, making such parking arrangements very common where community members ensure safety and security collectively.

Guests can get parking spots for up to 3 cars under the CCTV surveillance.

  • Kids below 5 years: no charges
  • Kids above 5 years of age will be considered adults

Yes, we are pet friendly. The property offers ample of outer space for pets to run around. Pet owners must keep a watch on their furry ones. Pets are allowed inside the rooms however guests are strictly advised to keep them away from the beds, linens, furnishings meant for guests usage. Any violation will result in a fine of INR 5,000

Stay charges for pets will depend on the stay duration and number of pets. Please contact us to discuss more.

We have a fully functional kitchen and provide meals on a package-basis (check out the food package  section above).

Our in-house cook is available to whip up some delicious home-style meals for you. All meals are prepared using only the freshest of ingredients, sourced from local markets.

  • Kids below 5 years: no charges
  • Kids between 5 and 10 years of age will be charged ₹150 for breakfast, ₹349 per kid for lunch & dinner
  • Kids above 10 years of age will be considered adults

If mountains and nature are your thing, there are plenty you can do to spend time in Letibunga itself:

  • Take an evening walk to the scenic and quiet Letibunga Primary school
  • Visit the Local village temple nestled in Oak (local name: banj) forest
  • Watch Himalayan birds closely while working or chilling in the balcony with the open view in the backdrop.
  • Give a helping hand to the locals in the farm fields and taste the hard work.
  • Take a guided trek through the scenic Letibunga Village to the waterfall down the hill and climb back through the forest. Extra charges apply and vary with different group sizes
  • Go for a picnic to one of the best view points of Letibunga. We will set up the tent for you, and get food items delivered to the picnic site. If the day is right, stay till dusk to see the moon rising while the clouds are painted in dramatic colors on the other side over the Mukteshwar hills. Charges: ₹1,000 exc food for group size of up to 4. Charges will vary with different group sizes
  • Spend the evening in the gazebo area over your favorite beverage. Have some fun time with friends and family playing Board and card games.
  • Have a jamming session or record your own music in our common area- Kriti. We have got an acoustic guitar, ukulele, scarlet audio interface, and a mic.
  • Gather around the fire pit when it gets chilly and enjoy your favorite drinks together with hot snacks. Bonfire charges: ₹2000 (~2 hrs) for the big fireplace (suitable for big groups), ₹1000 (~2 hrs) for the 2 small ones (ask us for videos to know more)
  • Enjoy scrumptious barbecue snacks (Food charges extra and can be selected from the barbecue menu)
  • Find the constellations and see the milky way while the crickets are chirping to break the silence of the night.

Nearby tourist spots:

  • Mukteshwar Mahadev Temple and Chauli ki Jaali @ 8.7 km
  • Bhalugaad waterfall @15km
  • Bhimtal Lake @39 km
  • Nainital Lake @50km
  • Kainchi Dham/ Neem Karoli Baba Ashram @47km

Smoking is allowed in all outer areas. All insides (including the bathroom) are strictly a no smoking zone. The polished wood are highly inflammable. There are no exhausts in any of the rooms to ventilate the air. Cushions and linens are prone to damages caused. Any damages caused due to negligence will attract a recovery fee. Any violation of the smoking policy will attract a fine of INR 5000.

Drinking is allowed in all areas, including the rooms.

The property is at ~7 hours drive from Delhi/Noida, and 9 hours from Lucknow. 

Roads are wide, and remain clear during all seasons. During tourist seasons, sometimes traffic runs slow until Bhimtal. We can arrange for a local taxi if booked a day in advance. Fare to be paid directly to the driver.

Nearest airport: Pantnagar @ 88 km/ ~2.5 hrs

Nearest bus station: Roadways depot Kathgodam @54 km/ ~2 hrs

Nearest railway station: Kathgodam railway station @54 km/ ~2 hrs