Homestay Maheshwari House- Samthar Offbeat Kalimpong
Formerly Homecalling Homestay
Samether (Samthar) Khasmahal, District Kalimpong, West Bengal 734301.
Formerly Homecalling Homestay
Samether (Samthar) Khasmahal, District Kalimpong, West Bengal 734301.
Samthar Homestay located amidst the natural splendor of hills, a quaint village nestled deep within the wilderness.
The remote village has emerged as a quite destination as presence of sounds and silence of nature attracts travelers. The view of majestic Kanchenjunga and other mountains makes for a perfect holiday spot.
1. **Basic Amenities:**
- Comfortable sleeping arrangements (bed, pillows, blankets)
- Clean Western bathroom facilities (private)
- Fresh linens and towels
- All Rooms with Kunchenjunga View Balcony
2. **Food and Beverage:**
- Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Snacks & Dinner (included in package)
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Snacks and beverages
3. **Entertainment and Connectivity:**
- TV with cable or streaming services
- Books, magazines, or board games
4. **Outdoor Amenities:**
- Garden- Outdoor seating or dining area
- Barbecue facilities
5. **Convenience:**
- Free parking
- First aid kit
6. **Extras:**
- Local guides, maps, and recommendations
- Bikes or other recreational equipment
- Airport or train station pick-up and drop-off
- Cultural experiences or activities (e.g., cooking classes, tours)
Samthar and the nearby areas offer some stunning views of the Teesta River, Kunchanjunga Range, Pambu Dhara, Charkhole View Point, etc.
The natural ambience, the unpoluted nature, the sound and silence of the wilderness, the view of the green forested mountains offer a treat for the eyes.
Start your day with a lovely sight of the sunrise or end your day with a breathtaking sunset. Or you can just sit through out the day enjoying the clouds playing with the day light.
Amazing siightseeing with unexplored wilderness, wild and untamed streams and rivers with rocky stream beds, and wild jungles full of wild plants and birds welcomes you.
The local Sharma famiily always welcomes you with a smile, takng care of your confort, convinience and food, mostly sourced from nearby village farms and poultry.
Enjoy the cofort of home away from home with some amazing views of the mountains. All rooms are warm & cozy with modern attached toilets and hot and cold running water.
Food Served at Samthar homestay are all prepared fresh and produced locally. Though you may not get cusine type food but are always hot and fulfilling.
Are you into trekking or some adventure seeker. We can arrange a guided trekking tour through the wild and mountain trails. Guides are locals who know the surrounding inside out.
We assist you to book all transports like pickup & drop, siightseeing, onwards destinations at resonble costs. You can prebook them while making reservation at Samthar Homestay.
Nestled in wilderness of the mountain countryside, Maheshwari House Samthar is a perfect refuge for tourist looking for peaceful and tranquil ambience. It is a small village of not more than 400 people. Most of the Hindu Bramhins with very religious bent of mind. So donot expeect any extravegance or loud lifestyle. Mostly calm and quiet you can expect only the raw nature and the silence.
Samthar Homestay, Maheshwari house is spead in two units. One is the 4 storey building where the guests are accommodated offering marvellous view of the surroundings. The other unit is a stand alone cottage made of wood, surrounded by a open garden space, where there is the greenhouse and activitie like campfire, evening gettogethers, for the guests are organised.
There are 9 rooms in the building unit, each having access to a balcony. All rooms are cozy and provided with comfortable beds, hot water/tea makers, warm blankets and other basic amenities like sitting chairs, mirrors, a table, TV, etc. Each room has attached western toilets with fitted geysers, providing hot and cold running water 24 hours a day.
Samthar is located in the Kalimpong Hills District. It is about 40 kms from the town of Kalimpong. Samthar is in close vicinity to Pambu Dhara & Charkhole.
Nearest Airport: The closest airport is Bagdogra Airport (IXB), located about 80 km from Kalimpong.
From Bagdogra Airport:
Nearest Railway Station: The nearest major railway station is New Jalpaiguri (NJP), about 77 km from Kalimpong.
From New Jalpaiguri:
By Car From Siliguri:
The most covinient way to travel to Samthar is to book a reserved cab which will take about 2 and half hours from Siliguri. Charges for a 4 seater sedan car is about 3000/- while a eight seater will charge you 3500/-
From Kalimpong to Samthar:
Samthar Homestay offers Stay and Meals as part of standard packages which includes
Bed Tea
Breakfast with Tea/Coffee
Lunch
Evening Snacks with Tea/Coffee
Dinner.
This cost you Rs 1400 per person per day.
For single person occupying a room charges are 2200/- per day.
Additional food llike snacks, extra beverages, bonfire & Bar B Que are separately payable.
Pambu & Charkhole-
Kalimpong-
Lava, Lolegaon (Kafergaon) & Rishop- Lava, Lolegaon (also known as Kafergaon), and Rishop are picturesque destinations in West Bengal, India, known for their serene landscapes and natural beauty. Here are some of the key sightseeing spots in each of these locations:
Lava
Lolegaon (Kafergaon)
Rishop
These destinations are relatively close to each other, allowing visitors to explore multiple spots during a single trip. The combination of serene landscapes, adventure activities, and cultural experiences makes Lava, Lolegaon, and Rishop popular choices for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts.
Yelbong Canyon Adventure-
Up for some adventure Yelbong the only river canyon in North Bengal is the main attraction of this destination. Embark on a River Canyon Trek, through gorges carved out by the Rumti River. With cascading waterfalls and flock of exotic butterflies cross the 2km-long River Canyon River bed, an unique geological feature found nowhere in North Bengal.
The best time to visit Samthar Homestay is Spring (March to May) weather is pleasant and clear with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 25°C. Perfect for sightseeing, visiting the nearby jungles for bird and butterfly watching, and 5°C to 15°C, but offering clear views of the Himalayas, suitable for those who enjoy chilly weather and want to see snow-capped mountains.
Avoid the Monsoon season (June to August) due to heavy rainfall and potential travel disruptions.
If you are just visiting for a relaxing holidays an 2 to 3 nights stay is ideal. If you are more interested the entire area it will take 4 to 5 days for sightseeings, trekking and other activities.
Food served is generally Bengali style with a tinge of Nepali flavour. Food served are made from local produce so donot expect fish in the menu. You can request for Nepali food like Momo, Thukpa, etc. You can also request for the homemade liqour 'Chang' if you want.
Food is not served in the rooms and you have to visit our cozy dinning area as all food can be served hot & fresh.
Checkiin Time at Samthar homestay is at 12 pm and checkout time is 11pm, however in case of availibility we will try to aaccommodate for an early checkin.
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Samthar Bazar, Samthar, Samether Khasmahal, Kalimpong, West Bengal 734301, India
Bhim Sharma - 7908628942/8906762822 Kolkata Booking Office- 9038055530/9830366923
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