Itmenaan Estate, near Binsar (1.5 hours from Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary)
Itmenaan Estate is a fairytale resort in a peaceful rural setting near Binsar in the Kumaon Himalayas. The 10-acre resort includes virgin pine, oak, and rhododendron trees; terraced fields laden with seasonal fruits and vegetables; and to top it all, a small private perennial natural spring. This resort near Binsar offers panoramic views of the Himalayas including the majestic Nanda Devi. The 100-year-old traditional Kumaoni style stone house in the resort has been painstakingly restored. Near to this house there are five independent cottages – 2 Pine cottages and 3 slightly larger Deodar cottages built in traditional style.
Kindly note, the estate is easily accessible by road and we have parking at the property. From the parking, there is a 3-5 minute walk towards the room and cottages.
Rooms at the Resort
Itmenaan estate offers eight tastefully designed rooms in all – we have three rooms in the main structure (one Kafal and two Oak Rooms). There are five standalone cottages – two Pine and three Deodar. All the rooms have been painstakingly built in the local stone architecture style have been painstakingly restored from a 100-year-old traditional Kumaoni stone-style cottage.
Oak & Kafal Rooms
Three rooms have been painstakingly restored from a 100-year-old traditional Kumaoni stone-style cottage.
All rooms offer a day bed by the window and boast excellent views of the valley and the snow-clad Himalayas.
Pine & Deodar Cottages
Pine and Deoadar cottages are stand-alone suites that offer stunning views of the valley and Himalayan peaks. Both offer exclusive outdoor sitting areas. They are ideal for people looking for exclusivity and seclusion.
Deodar cottages are larger than Pine cottages.
Our Bathrooms
The Bathroom construction at the resort near Binsar is a stunning example of traditional local architecture that involves stacking local stones one above the other without using any cementing material in a ‘dry stack’, locally called ‘kori chinai’.
Large bathrooms, with a glass roof to allow sun light to come in, are fitted with all modern fixtures and have running hot and cold water at all times. You can say its arguably one of the best bathrooms in the Himalayas.
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Dining
Meals
At Itmenaan Estate, you are served delicious and well thought out recipes that range from traditional Kumaoni, regular North Indian, to dishes from the Western world.
Lounge
The main lounge at the Estate is centrally located and consists of a cozy dining area with a few books to keep company. A perfect place to just laze around or read a book or just relax with family and friends.
Enjoy wonderful experiences around Itmenaan Estate
Hiking
Adventurers seeking thrill and wanting to explore can go hiking. The route is moderately difficult, and everywhere you look is stunning greenery.
Waterfall Visit
Visiting the small private perennial natural spring nearby can be a way to spend your day off. The freshwater gushing down is a spectacular scenery.
Bird Watching
At Itmenaan Estate, you can constantly hear the lovely beautiful birds chirping and singing. This Kumaon region is home to over 500 bird species.
Village Visit
You get to see a glimpse
of people living in Himalayan villages. The unspoiled remote villages enable you to experience
rural India from close quarters.
Gaze Around
Admire the mesmerizing valleys and Himalayan peaks, enjoy the warmth of the bonfire, and gaze at the countless stars in the nighttime.
Nature Walk
Our walks are accompanied by a walking guide, who will share the local knowledge with you and will assist in mingling with the communities.
Visit Us
- Itmenaan Estate, Village Naugaon, Tehsil Bhanoli, District Almora, Uttarakhand
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- +91-9818705508
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