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Vara: Unique Wellness Homestay amidst Mountains

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3 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

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Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9186 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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Dehradun, Uttarakhand
  • University of Petroleum and Energy Studies
    7 min drive
  • Nainital Governor's House
    11 min drive
  • Forest Research Institute
    13 min drive
  • Dehradun (DED-Jolly Grant)
    80 min drive

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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..!
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Forest Research Institute. Enjoy features like a water park and breakfast (surcharge). Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast is offered for a fee
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Services include limo or town car service
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 7 minutes by car from University of Petroleum and Energy Studies and 8 minutes from Chetwoode Hall
This vacation home offers its guests a water park. The family-friendly vacation home also features barbecue grills, a garden, and limo service.

Property manager

Vishal Anand

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Kitchen island
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling on site
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Wildlife and game 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

Policies

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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