Daisy Cottage at Mashobra's Private Heritage

Out of sight in a cluster of pines and oaks, the town of Mashobra was the first choice of British officials and their families who wanted proximity to, as well as privacy from Shimla. A right turn from the Mashobra bazaar takes you to this beautiful property, the property of writer Khushwant Singh's brother Gurbax Singh, where the Merchant - Ivory film The Jewel in the Crown was shot! Attached to an old colonial home dated back to 1879, this is a beautiful homestay surrounded by apple and cherry orchards. With a backdrop of the Deodar forest,the cottages are equipped with a kitchen, hot and cold running water, and all the luxuries of a homestay. Overlooking the Shimla hills, with an uninterrupted view of the setting sun, is the perfect homestay in Mashobra The place is away from all the noise and the traffic and the bustle, amidst gardens that have many flowers and trees. As you drive up to it, you’ll see a fancy gate on the right, from which you have to enter, park your vehicle and then take a beautiful walk through the apple and cherry blossom trees up to the main area. The cottage on the right of the palaces is a sight to die for. This studio room on the ground floor has double beds along with a sofa cum bed. A bathroom is attached to the room, where you can take a hot shower before sitting on the balcony and reading a book or having a hot cup of tea. Little things here, like the trendy yet vintage wooden flooring the room has, the balcony that has a captivating view of the mountains, and the interior of this tranquil palace scream Himachal and truly make you vibe with the hills and be one with nature. This particular studio cottage room on the ground floor will accommodate three guests. (Two adults and one child) Guests have access to the entire cottage and the outdoor space The caretaker will be at the property to cater to all your needs. Our team will be available via phone calls or messages to assist you during your stay. Standing tall 7770 ft above sea level, with the weather getting extremely chilly at 6 degrees at night and getting sunny enough at 30 degrees during the day; Mashobra enjoys a bracing climate throughout the year. There isn't much to do in Mashobra except ogle at various bungalows one after another and wishing you could spend the rest of your life there. Try the mushroom pickle at Col Grover outlet on main road, fresh fruit, ice cream and juices at Shivalik Fruit Products run by Mrs. Jain not forgetting to pick up jams, pickles and squashes, especially the strawberry jam. Bandochy, the summer retreat of actress Waheeda Rehman, has the prettiest garden in the area. A drive to Craignano, another picnic spot, is a lovely drive through pine wooded trees. If you head to the Mashobra Forest Sanctuary you will enjoy the breath-taking view of the magnificent mountains and endless pine forests. There are numerous orchards which are laden with fruits in season time. It's a perfect spot for entire family enjoyment. When in Mashobra, stroll over to have a look at pretty old houses, soak in deodar forests and go for long walks or drive. You can't find a better place to go to which is so easily approachable, enjoyable and affordable in all respects. How to get there- By air: The nearest airport to Mashobra is located at Shimla. The rest of the 12.7 km distance from Shimla to Mashobra can be covered by road in less than 45 minutes. By train: The nearest railway station to Mashobra is the Shimla Railway Station. One can get down at the station and cover the rest of the distance to Mashobra by road. By road: Mashobra is well connected to essentially all major cities of India by road. One can embark on a fun road trip to Mashobra from cities like Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Amritsar, Bangalore, Leh, & Mumbai. Time taken from Delhi to Mashobra: Approx. 10 hours Distance from Delhi to Mashobra: 370 Km Recommended route: SH 13 This home has been set up with a lot of love and care. We kindly request you to treat it the same. Please switch off all appliances, taps, lights, etc when not in use. Do not smoke inside the house. Outside guests aren't allowed without prior permission.