In pictures: The cosy Kaleege House farmstay in Takdah
Midway between Darjeeling and Kalimpong, this luxury two-bedroom cottage with wi-fi and curated meals, is a little-known gem in the hills
By
Karo Christine Kumar |
Published 19.05.22, 08:18 PM
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The exterior of Kaleege House farmstay, nestled on a hill in Takdah, a quiet former British cantonment near Darjeeling
Photos: Karo Christine Kumar
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A picturesque path leads up to the cottage. Cross passion-fruit vines, peach trees, dalle bushes, hydrangeas (in the monsoons) and vegetable gardens on the way
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The table laid out with a spread from the Kaleege House kitchen – crispy roast chicken with skinned potatoes, homemade bread baked by Mridula, and a cannoli for dessert
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The tastefully done-up living room bathed in morning light. The roof windows also offer a glimpse of forest green, blending the earthy interiors with the outdoors
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The breakfast spread at Kaleege House - fresh fruits, cereal, ham, sausages, bread, jams and spread and eggs as-you-like-it
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A comfortable sofa chair and a wood-fired stove makes up this corner
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A hot toddy on a cool evening stirred up by the gracious hosts Mridula and Prabhdev Singh. Guests are advised to carry their own spirits and medicines
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It’s always spring when Mridula is around! The gracious host of Kaleege House with Bhalu, the rescued Tibetan mastiff
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Mornings in the cottage. Watch the sun rise from the gallery window in a spacious, comfortable bedroom. Kaleege House is named after the kaleege pheasant found in the Himalayan foothills
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Light-filled washrooms are fitted with overhead showers. Even the washrooms offer a glimpse of the forest!
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Catch up on your favourite books, play board games or simply lounge about. You can head out for forest and nature walks, or visit the nearby Rangli-Rangliot tea, Teesta valley or Gielle tea gardens
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Kaleege House offers Wifi in the wilderness. So, catch up on your favourite stories on My Kolkata over a cup of brew! (Call + 91 83450 08283, + 91 85097 41680 for more deets)
