Smoking friendly holiday rentals in Uttarakhand

Editor's Villa with grand Himalayan view

The personal retreat of NDTV Managing Editor Vishnu Som & family, this elegant hilltop villa nestles amid oak forests with stunning views of the Trishul-Nanda Devi range. It is a piece of heaven with a superb 24/7 caretaker, excellent full-time cook and WiFi. Across 2 floors, 3 bedrooms are ensuite with dressing rooms, bathrooms. The master bedroom is all glass and provides stunning views of the peaks & valleys. The g-floor & 1-floor patios are ideal for reading, leisurely teas & evening drinks

Tathastu Kausani - Heritage Redefined

Tathastu (तथास्तु) is a private cottage located in a quiet and serene environment with majestic Himalayan view and surrounded by Oak trees offering you a calm and rejuvenating stay, It's far from buzzing market with low density of human settlement. It's perfect for those who wants to explore jungle trails, enjoy trekking or even just want to relax and unwind in the lap of nature. Stay at Tathastu if you'r seeking solitude with nature and relishe offbeat locations, far away from crowd & noise

Cottage "La Vie ...in the mountains"

Cottage 'La Vie in the mountains', like it's name, is about "The Life in the mountains!” Here, you can live in sunshine, swim with the clouds and drink that exhilarating mountain air! This hilltop cottage overlooks a tranquil meadow and is close to Birla Girls’ School in Majkhali. It's a beautiful and spacious cottage surrounded by picturesque alpine forests together with the Panchachuli Range to be seen at a distance on clear, cloudless days up in the Himalayas, lend a breathtaking view!

Lal Kothi: Mountain Wrapped home w/ Awadhi Cuisine

Lal Kothi is chef Sameer Sewak & his family's home in countryside Dehradun. It is surrounded table top views of Mussoorie hills, Tons river, Sal forests. Guests get the 2nd floor with a private access. The space includes 2 bedrooms, a kitchen/lounge, 2 terraces & balconies. Included in your stay is a complimentary breakfast. Guests get to order vegetarian & non-vegetarian delicacies for lunch & dinner from the dehradun famous Awadhi cuisine menu designed by Chef Sameer & his mother Swapna.

Hilltop Haven

Located in the beautiful town of Chamba, our place is a marvelous house with 2 elegantly designed bedrooms and a bucket load of facilities. The house caters to families and a group of friends wanting to experience the tranquility and charm of the place. You will have the most breathtaking view of the Himalayas right from your bedroom window which will leave you wanting to stay forever. There will be a caretaker to help you with your cooking, cleaning, and other needs. Breakfast is on us!

Stargaze cosmic vibes

Enjoy the lovely setting of this romantic spot in nature, away from city between jungles with a cosmic view of stars and Dehradun. One can see stars and Dehradun from their bedroom window. Balcony is really mesmerizing when the sun sets. Every sunset brings a new story, a new shade and color to the sky & vibes. Meditating here is something one should not miss with bird watching & wild life exploration. Please note : you have to drive 4 km Off-road to reach here. An off-road destination.

Private farm-stay near Dehradun city centre

We invite you to our small & cosy rustic mountain cabin built on our small farm located at the foothills of dehardun. Enjoy best of both worlds. The cabin is situated near a river surrounded by lush green forests but yet accessible to the city centre in just 15 mins. Perfect for young couples , families with small munchkins and digital nomads. We do not have a chef yet so zomato away or use our fully capable kitchen. Rest leave it on us - stocked pantry and daily housekeeping !

Avocados B&B, Bhimtal: A-shaped Luxury Villa

For 2 adults and two kids. A two- storeyed, A shaped Glass- Wood- And- Stone studio villa amidst an Avocado canopy and a small Kiwi vineyard and quite a few rare flower plants in the premise of our ancestral property. Vinatge setting, a fireplace, a freshwater spring, many ponds, a hammock and the constant chirp of birds to keep you company. Ideal for trekkers, readers, bird wacthers, nature lovers, meditation practitioners or people just looking for a quiet spot in a forest.

Vaadi - Entire Villa near Auli Joshimath

A hand-built mountain home at 2,400m — where the road ends and the Himalayas fill every window. Architect-designed villa with glass walls, wooden interiors, and snow-capped peaks from your bed. Every beam carried up by hand or mule — built the old mountain way. Reached via a 25–30 min uphill trek from the parking point — a proper mountain trail, not a flat walk. Plan accordingly if travelling with seniors or young children. Horses available on request. Its an experience stay.

Stay in a Traditional Kumaoni House in the Hills

This is a getaway like none other. It is a dream - the one you saw on wallpapers and now in AI generated images. The secret hideaway is a 30min walk through dense mixed forest. But once you reach, you'll stay in a property that's exclusive like none other. Set in a peach orchard, this place is situated next to the forest and the walking path that connects one village to another. Behind you would be the forest. In front of you the entire valley and the peaks open up.

Kaplani Cottage. Dhanaulti road, Mussoorie.

Experience a home where the view follows you. This artistic retreat blends comfort with hand-painted soul. Wake up to pine forest vistas and cool mountain air every morning. Whether you’re dining or relaxing in our reading corner, the Doon Valley is your backdrop. Located 5km from Landour with free on-site parking, Kaplani Cottage is designed for couples, friends and families who want a private, spacious kitchen and balcony to soak in the year-round mountain magic.

The Slow House · Chef · Star Deck · Kilbury Forest

A private design-led villa inside Pangot's Kilbury Bird Sanctuary, 45 minutes from Nainital. For those who know what stillness is worth. Vedic lime, Deodar & Pine. Grand aesthetic windows frame the valley as living art. Private Meditation Hall for yoga, breathwork, reading & quiet repose. Alfresco dining. Kumaoni chef. Curated local menus. Staff attend to every comfort. Starlit evenings from Star Deck. Fast Wi-Fi. Paved access. Himalayan silence.