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Vara: Unique Wellness Homestay amidst Mountains

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Terrace/patio
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Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dehradun, Uttarakhand
  • University of Petroleum and Energy Studies
    7 min drive
  • Om Shri Sai Fast Food Centre
    2 min walk
  • ISBT Dehradun
    16 min drive
  • Dehradun (DED-Jolly Grant)
    80 min drive

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About the area

Vikasnagar

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Vikasnagar awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 5.6 km (3.5 mi) from Nainital Governor's House and 5.9 km (3.6 mi) from University of Petroleum and Energy Studies. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, free WiFi and a fireplace. .Home features 3 bathrooms, a balcony and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. Limited housekeeping is available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a water park, limo/town car service and a garden. Plus you'll find barbecues. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Vikasnagar holiday home include Chetwoode Hall and Jaspal Rana Shooting Ranges.

What's nearby

  • University of Petroleum and Energy Studies - 7 min drive
  • Forest Research Institute - 13 min drive
  • Clock Tower - 13 min drive
  • Tapkeshwar Temple - 14 min drive
  • Robber's Cave - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Doiwala Station - 32 min drive
  • Dehradun (DED-Jolly Grant) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zaffran - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Headquarters - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Prem nagar Juice shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Frisco - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bhatia Dhaba - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Vara: Unique Wellness Homestay amidst Mountains

Vara Wellness Homestay:
Escape to the serene and picturesque Vara, your ultimate bread and breakfast homestay in Dehradun-Mussoorie. Nestled amidst the breathtaking mountains and lush greenery, this charming accommodation offers the perfect blend of nature and eco living. Enjoy a cozy stay with personalised hospitality close to the renowned University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES). Personalised Yoga & Meditation sessions are also on offer with a host of other facilities at Vara.
The space
The three bedroom are on the first floor of the property with windows opening to lush green mountain view. Two of them have private balconies and the third one has a cosy bay window overlooking Mussoorie hills as well as a fireplace. Guests can sit and indulge themselves in book reading, bird watching or just enjoying the breathtaking natural beauty visible all around.

All of the bedrooms have spacious private bathroom attached with separate cubicle shower/ bathtub. In addition, there is a study cum library that has 100s of books on diverse subjects to choose from. Guests can also use it as workstation when they need to.

There is a big cafe/ terrace on the same floor with 180 degree of mountain view and has a big fireplace and an open kitchen with all amenities. It is big enough to fit 25 plus guests. Guests can also access the big Yoga hall downstairs when they book a Yoga or Meditation session.

There is a spacious Drawing room, a dining area with seating capacity of 6 people, a big smart TV, a large open kitchen with additional pantry fitted with all modern gadgets and implements including gas stoves and dishwasher. The ground floor facilities and spaces would have to be shared with hosts living on the GF.

There is also a beautiful private 1500 sq. ft. garden outside that is accessible to the guests with seatings to enjoy their stay. There is also a play area for the kids to have their joyful time. Free parking is available on the property too.

Meals can be pre ordered during their stay by guests.
Guest access
Guests have access to all the open spaces including the garden and the play area on the ground floor.
Other things to note
Flowing water and chirping birds are the musicians at Vara. There is a mountain stream flowing just behind the terrace cafe on the first floor and the Yoga hall on the ground floor. The sound of flowing water is your constant companion in Vara. The mountain trees all around are home to 100s of species of birds including varieties of sparrows, parrots, Himalayan woodpeckers, owls, whistling thrush, barbets, asian paradise flycatchers, hornbills; not to forget multi-coloured Robins. It is a bird watcher's paradise. In addition, the cool & calm climes of Vara is an ideal place for book nerds and nature lovers. There are varieties of books to choose from available at the library.
Vara is specially suited for those having interest in Yoga, spirituality, literature etc. as the hosts who themselves are the teachers and practitioners on the subjects, are open for offerings and discussion on the same. Guests can expect to have soulful & literary discussions/sessions in the evenings if they desire so.

There are bound to be lots of takeaways from Vara.

When you leave Vara, you're not the same person that you arrived as..!

Property manager

Vishal Anand

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Meal delivery service
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-out

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Vara: Unique Wellness Homestay amidst Mountains have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Does Vara: Unique Wellness Homestay amidst Mountains have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is Vara: Unique Wellness Homestay amidst Mountains family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a water park, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that Vara: Unique Wellness Homestay amidst Mountains is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Vara: Unique Wellness Homestay amidst Mountains?

No, Vara: Unique Wellness Homestay amidst Mountains does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Are pets allowed at Vara: Unique Wellness Homestay amidst Mountains?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Vara: Unique Wellness Homestay amidst Mountains?

There is a golf course next to Vara: Unique Wellness Homestay amidst Mountains.

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