December to February
Snow on the roof, sun on the deck
The orchard sleeps under snow and the air turns glass-clear. Snow is likeliest from late December to February, the peaks are at their sharpest, and the bonfire earns its keep.
Kanatal, Uttarakhand · 2,300 m
A homestay in Kanatal where the mountains whisper and time slows down
A white orchard cottage with the Himalayan snow line on the horizon, food from our own organic garden and a fire lit every evening.
- Entire cottage or rooms
- Book direct with the hosts
- Live calendar, synced with Airbnb
- Apple orchard cottage
- Snow-peak views
- Food from our own garden
- Bonfire evenings
- 4 km to Surkanda Devi
A stay rooted in nature
Nestled in the apple orchards of Kanatal, far from the rush.
Namah Stay Himalayas is a soulful mountain retreat for those seeking peace, connection and the simple joys of nature. Wake to mountain light, wander through the orchard, sip chai as clouds drift across the valley, and gather around a warm fire under the stars.
We are surrounded by apple orchards, walnut trees, kiwi vines and pine forest, with the snow-capped Himalayas in front. Whether you want solitude, family time or simply a break from everyday life, this is the setting for it.
- 2,300 mabove sea level
- 4 kmto Surkanda Devi
- 9 kmto Dhanaulti
- 40 kmto Tehri Lake
From our own farm
In the city you eat what was packed.
Here you eat what was picked.
Most of what reaches a city plate has been processed, packed, chilled and trucked for days. At Namah the food walks a few steps from our own organic garden to the kitchen, and you can taste the difference.
A city plate
- Fruit picked unripe, then weeks in cold storage
- Vegetables that have crossed three states to reach you
- Packets with ingredients you cannot pronounce
- Walnuts and dry fruit from last year's stock
- Dinner in front of a screen, traffic in the background
A plate at Namah
- Apples and pears off the tree outside your window
- Greens and pahadi kakdi pulled from the beds that morning
- Nothing from a factory, cooked the way a home cooks
- Walnuts cracked fresh from our own trees
- Dinner at one table, with the valley for company
The cottage
White walls, bay windows and a deck on every level.
Rooms for two, a lounge for everyone and an attic for the dreamers. Take one room or the whole house.
The Bedrooms
Wooden beds, crisp white linen, panelled walls and a wardrobe for a longer stay.
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The Attic Room
Tucked under the gable, with a wall of glass and its own turfed balcony.
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The Lounge
Sofas along a wall of windows, with room for the whole family to gather.
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The Bay Window Room
A cushioned window seat, a cane table and a tea tray within reach.
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Decks and Verandah
Patterned tile decks on every level, all of them facing the valley.
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Luxury lies in simplicity: the warmth of a shared meal, the fragrance of pine after rain, the glow of a mountain sunrise, and the joy of being together.
Our belief at Namah
Moments from the ridge
Ten seconds at a time, this is what it feels like.
Filmed on a phone from the cottage and the orchard. No filters, no drone, no music.
Experience the simple pleasures
Days with nothing on the schedule, and plenty to do.
Bonfire evenings
A fire under a canopy of stars, with stories, chai and nowhere else to be.
Stargazing
Very little light for miles around. Step out after dinner and look up.
Orchard walks
Apple, walnut, pear and kiwi, with blossom in spring and fruit in autumn.
Birdsong mornings
Bulbuls, thrushes and bright little visitors in the trees before breakfast.
Surkanda Devi darshan
A revered hilltop temple 4 km away, by trek or ropeway.
Snow in winter
Most winters the roof, the railings and the orchard turn white.
Every season
The same horizon, five different paintings.
March and April
Apple blossom and the first warmth
The orchard comes back to life in pink and white. Days are mild, nights are fresh, and the hillside fills with wildflowers and butterflies.
May and June
A cool escape from the plains
While the cities bake, the ridge stays fresh. Green terraces, pine-scented breezes, long evenings on the deck and fruit swelling on the trees.
July to September
Living inside the clouds
Rain turns the valley a deep green, and on some mornings the clouds settle below the cottage like a white sea. The season for ferns, mist and long reads.
October and November
Harvest, and the clearest peaks
After the rains the sky is washed clean. Apples and walnuts come in, the trees turn gold and the whole snow line stands sharp along the horizon.
The neighbours
Wildflowers, butterflies and birds at breakfast.
Every one of these was photographed within a short walk of the cottage.
Easy to reach, hard to leave
Between Dhanaulti and Kanatal, 4 km from Surkanda Devi.
The cottage sits just off the Mussoorie to Chamba road. A temple, a hill station and a lake are all a short drive away.
| From the homestay to | Distance |
|---|---|
| Surkanda Devi Temple | 4 km |
| Kanatal market | 5 km |
| Dhanaulti | 9 km |
| Chamba | 18 km |
| Tehri Lake | 40 km |
| Mussoorie | 43 km |
Questions and answers
Questions guests ask before booking
Where is Namah Stay Himalayas?
Namah Stay Himalayas is a homestay in Kanatal, in the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India. The cottage stands in an apple orchard at about 2,300 metres, just off the Mussoorie to Chamba road, 4 km from Surkanda Devi Temple and 9 km from Dhanaulti.
How far is the homestay from Dehradun, Mussoorie and Delhi?
It is about 43 km from Mussoorie (1.5 to 2 hours), 65 km from Dehradun (2.5 to 3 hours), 80 km from Rishikesh (about 3 hours) and 300 km from Delhi (7 to 8 hours by road). The nearest airport is Jolly Grant in Dehradun, about 88 km away, and the nearest railway station is Dehradun.
When does it snow in Kanatal?
Snow is most likely in Kanatal from late December to February, and January usually sees the heaviest falls. Snow cannot be promised for a particular date, so message us before you travel and we will tell you what the ridge looks like that week.
Does the food really come from your own farm?
Much of it does. Apples, walnuts, kiwi, pears, seasonal vegetables, greens, herbs and wild berries grow in our own organic garden and orchard around the cottage, and what is in season goes on the table. What we do not grow is sourced as locally as we can.
How do I book a stay?
Choose your dates on the booking page, where the calendar shows which nights are free, and send the request. We confirm on WhatsApp with the tariff and payment details. You can also call or WhatsApp +91 97627 26029 directly.
Is the homestay suitable for children and elders?
Yes. There is a play corner with a swing and a slide on the deck, and open orchard to run in. The cottage stands on a hillside, so tell us if anyone in your group prefers fewer stairs and we will suggest the right room.
Come, stay awhile. Breathe deeply.
Let the Himalayas work their magic. Check which dates are free, or simply tell us when you would like to come.