Himalayan Tribe |Cave Rooms| in Rishikesh

Natural man made cave home in Shivalik range of Garhwal Himalayas. The replica of ancient living system of rishikesh, which is very rarely seen in the international yoga capital rishikesh these days. A 200 yrs old only home in atta village comes with a single door entrance low height, dark room equipped with 3 single beds and typical indian foldable metal bed with a soft thin hand made cotton filled mattress. Best suited for yogis, sadhaks, wellness, retreat. An Authentic Himalayan homestay. The space Key Features • A Traditional Himalayan Home – Made with stone, mud, and wood, preserving the ancient Himalayan architectural charm while being naturally climate-friendly. • Breathtaking Views – On clear days, witness majestic peaks like Mount Trishul, Nanda Devi, Garhwal, and Mount Dronagiri right from the property. • Nature & Adventure – Experience walking trails, village tours, mild treks, sunrise and sunset hikes, organic farming, and cultural expeditions. • Eco-Conscious Stay – We use natural spring water enriched with minerals, and our home is built for thermal efficiency, requiring no AC or heaters. • Serene & Peaceful Atmosphere – Loud music and parties are strictly not allowed to maintain the sanctity of the space. • Vegetarian, Home-Cooked Meals – Enjoy simple, organic, and yogic meals, prepared with 100% homegrown veggie, spices, condiments and rare wild herbs from Himalayas. locally sourced ingredients (Chargeable: ₹300 per meal per person). • Pet-Friendly – Pets are welcome, but owners must ensure they do not create any mess or damages. Please make sure to get sheets and other necessities for your pet. A small fee of ₹1000 per stay applies. Indoor & Outdoor Spaces Bedroom Layout • Heritage Room – A traditional space with twin beds, comfortably accommodating 2 guests. • Cave Room (Interconnected) – A spacious two-room setup with a single entrance, ideal for up to 5 guests. The first room has 2 single beds, while the second features 1 double bed and 1 single bed. Both rooms reflect the rustic beauty of our eco-friendly home, single door entrance low height, dark room equipped typical Indian foldable metal bed with a soft thin handmade cotton filled mattress and a ground bedding (preferably on indoor room), ensuring a cozy and authentic stay. Cozy Living Room ✔ A welcoming space to unwind after a long trek (10 steps higher than the home.) ✔ Simple, traditional interiors with Himalayan aesthetics Adorned with intricate Uttarakhand Likhai wood carvings, a centuries-old traditional craft that enhances the rustic charm of the interiors ✔ A welcoming space to unwind, offering a perfect blend of heritage aesthetics and natural comfort ✔ No TV – We encourage guests to connect with nature and the serene surroundings Kitchen (Guest Access Allowed) ✔ Traditional, closed-layout kitchen ✔ Available for cooking, with all essentials provided ✔ Non-veg food is strictly not allowed Garden & Outdoor Spaces ✔ A spacious, lush garden with natural seating under fruit trees ✔ Patio setup available ✔ Outdoor dining under the trees (weather permitting) ✔ No swimming pool or jacuzzi – Enjoy nature’s raw beauty instead! ____ Guest access Guest Access Guests have exclusive access to the entire property, including: ✔ Two spacious bedrooms (Standard capacity: 5 and 2 guests) ✔ A cozy living room for relaxation ✔ A traditional closed-layout kitchen for full cooking. ✔ A large garden (5000 sq. ft.) with ample fruit trees and natural seating under the shade ✔ A bonfire area (can be arranged on request) During your stay During Your Stay Your host, Ketan, will be available throughout your stay to assist and connect with you. Guests are welcome to engage in conversations about yoga, the Himalayas, local traditions, culture, and wildlife. If you're interested, you are also welcome to join yoga sessions or participate in guided nature walks. Ketan brings over 13 years of experience in organizing expeditions, spiritual yatras, cultural-philosophy tours, and yoga retreats across the Garhwal Himalayas. He is certified in Outdoor Leadership (twice) and holds a Wilderness First Aid Responder certification from Aerie. Other things to note Home Rules & Important Information • Check-in: 01:00 AM | Check-out: 09:00 AM • No Loud Music, No Parties – This is a peaceful retreat. Respect the silence and the natural environment. • Strictly Vegetarian Property – Non-vegetarian food, alcohol, and smoking indoors are not allowed. Smoking is permitted only in designated outdoor areas. • Pet Policy – Pets are welcome with prior notice. Owners must clean up after their pets and ensure they do not disturb the surroundings. Pet fee: ₹1000 per stay. • Additional Guests – ₹1000 per person per night beyond 5 guests (Max: 7 guests). • Meals – ₹300 per meal per person, traditional Himalayan food prepared fresh on request. Meals are typically served at 11 AM and 6 PM.), please pay meal charges before check out. Its a participatory experience too. ________________________________________ Other Things to Note ✔ Alcohol strictly prohibited. ✔ Insects specially spiders are common in natural environment and mud houses. We don't have poisonous spiders. If you find any in your room and you are scared, just let us know and we ll take it out. ✔ From july till September end, one of the wall is completely damp and it will dry up slowly. Please keep this in mind. ✔ Separate Indian and western toilet facility only. No showers. Only bucket bathing. ✔ Please bring your own water bottle for drinking and essentials like towel, soap, toothpaste with brush. Toilet papers are strictly prohibited. We provide bed sheets, pillows with covers, blankets. ✔ Caretaker Services: Self-managed by the owner, available for assistance when required ✔ Parking: Private parking space available ✔ Power Backup: Limited – Please note that power supply in the mountains can be unpredictable but we have installed some solar powered outdoor lights. ✔ Mobile Network: Airtel & Jio work best, but connectivity depends on weather conditions ✔ Water Source: Natural Himalayan spring water, mineral-rich and fresh Nearby Attractions • Rishikesh (30-40 mins drive) – Famous for Lakshman Jhula, Triveni Ghat, Beatles Ashram, and adventure sports like river rafting • Neelkanth Mahadev Temple – A revered Shiva temple in the middle of the forest • Rajaji National Park – Perfect for wildlife lovers, with opportunities to spot elephants, leopards, and deer • Local Villages & Organic Farms – Experience authentic Himalayan village life, meet the locals, and learn about traditional farming Location & Accessibility Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun Nearest Railway Station: Rishikesh Railway Station Road Access: Accessible, but monsoon landslides may temporarily close roads Transport & Rentals: Public transport is available; rental bikes can be hired from Rishikesh main city Nearby Attractions & Activities: • Trekking & Hiking – Explore scenic Himalayan trails • Sunrise & Sunset Points – Witness magical views • Village & Heritage Tours – Immerse in local culture • Yoga & Spiritual Retreats – Ideal for rejuvenation • Haridwar & Rishikesh – Famous spiritual and adventure destinations nearby --------------------------------- You have to provide your valid government id for guest entry, as per government norms. Food charges payable to the host, 300rs per meal per person (if you think its more please let us know, we can talk on it), please pay meal charges before check out. Its a participatory experience. So we ll cook, clean dishes and water plants together. We eat twice a day, usual timings are 10 am -12 noon (homegrown dal and local rice)and 5-7 pm (homegrown/seasonal vegetable and homegrown finger millet chapati). We use 100% homegrown spices, condiments and rare wild herbs from himalayas. Yogic food only. Please let us know your eating habits. Late dinner is not possible or confirm with the host or co host. In case host is not available because of emergency, a co host ll be here to assist you. Please note that we dont have power backup system but we have installed some solar powered outdoor lights. Use water responsibly. For saving water, we have reduced the water pressure of tap and faucet. If you have any interest in yoga, meditation, trekking, forest walk, nature, living or you would like to contribute, please feel free to let the host know as soon as possible. Please bring your own water bottle for drinking. Please bring your essentials like towel, soap, toothpaste with brush. Toilet papers are strictly prohibited. We provide bed sheets, pillows with covers, blankets. Never waste food. While cooking, please maintain cleanliness on LPG stove and kitchen area. We appreciate if one could participate in kitchen gardening, cleaning dishes, cooking, dusting in room and other daily activities. For morning yoga session, please let us know a night before. 60 to 120 min. The session ll cover the topics like what is yoga?, origin of yoga, foundation of yoga, asanas, relaxation, pranayama, mantra, meditation, philosophy. Let us know about your food or pollen allergic conditions, if any. People intrested in knowing more about yatra, yoga retreats, spiritual tours, culture tours, philosophy tours or geogrophical/historical tours in garhwal himalayas, please contact the host. Most of the seating during your stay ll be on a ground mattress in the spaces like kitchen, common living room, dining. Separate Indian and western toilet facility only. No showers. Only bucket bathing. We eat organically grown traditional home food which is simple, not spicy. Using traditional himalayan spices and condiments. Host usually eats twice a day, please let him know about your eating habits. Kitchen is available for use throughout your stay. We dont have any sign boards. For exact location, please contact host. Kukreti general store is the nearest landmark visible on map, from here take uphill route on right, personal 300 mtr unpaved road to reach dedicated parking space. home is 100mtr walk from here. Check in time is 11 am to 4 pm. Check out time is 10 am.