A pause between the clouds—rooted in history, embraced by nature.

Accessed only on foot or horseback, Nine Furlongs is deliberately off the beaten path. Surrounded by oak, cedar, and rhododendron groves, and with spellbinding views of the snow-draped Nanda Devi range, this is a place to disconnect, breathe deep, and experience the Kumaon of another time—slow, poetic, and unfiltered.

LOCATION:

• Distance from Kathgodam Railway Station: ~75 km (approx. 3.5-hour drive + 20-min forest hike)

• Setting: Remote ridge above Mukteshwar, accessible by forest trail or pony ride

• Surroundings: Himalayan peaks, 120 acres of private forest, walking trails, and bird-filled silence

ACCOMMODATION:

• Nine Furlongs houses a select number of suites and rooms within its lovingly restored stone manor and annex cottages, each combining old-world charm with quiet luxury.

• Heritage Suites: Featuring original wooden beams, antique furniture, fireplaces, and sweeping mountain views

• Forest View Rooms: Tucked into the cedar grove, with large windows, cozy interiors, and thoughtful simplicity

• Writer’s Retreat Room: Intimate and soulful, with vintage décor and inspiring vistas ideal for long creative days

• All rooms include handcrafted bedding, vintage touches, ensuite bathrooms with brass fittings, and an aura of Himalayan gentleness.

DINING EXPERIENCES:

• The Dining Room – Wood-fired, slow-cooked meals crafted from local and organic produce, served in a sunlit heritage space or under the stars

• Garden-to-Table Cuisine – Fresh seasonal menus including Kumaoni, Anglo-Indian, and hearty mountain fare

• Picnic Lunches – Curated meals in the forest or on the cliff-edge view deck with thermoses, camp chairs, and quiet conversations

• Bonfire Evenings – Local brews, spiced dinners, and starlit gatherings by the crackle of cedarwood flames

EXPERIENCES & ACTIVITIES:

• Forest Walks – Meandering trails through deodar and rhododendron groves with breathtaking Himalayan lookouts

• Birdwatching – Spot over 250 species including Himalayan monals, woodpeckers, and laughing thrushes

• Heritage Evenings – Tales of British explorers and local folklore by candlelight in the drawing room

• Wellness in the Wild – Yoga, guided breathwork, or simply forest bathing in silence

• Winter Magic – Snow-draped pines, glowing hearths, mulled wine, and warm quilts—every corner whispering comfort

• Creative Retreats – Ideal for writers, musicians, and photographers seeking uninterrupted inspiration in nature