Green-roofed cottages and the Dhar Cottages gate below misty pine-covered hills

A quiet home in the pine forest

Family cottages tucked into the hills, where the evenings are for bonfires and the mornings belong to the birds.

Welcome to Dhar

Slow days, far from the traffic

Dhar Cottages is a sanctuary of unrivalled bliss, a peaceful haven where only the sounds of nature break the silence: the wake-up song of the resident Whistling Thrush, the sharp call of a Barking Deer in the distance. Dhar is home to a large variety of flora and fauna, and has always attracted bird-watchers, butterfly collectors, nature lovers, writers and city-dwellers seeking to renew their spirits.

As you step inside, you'll find the interiors spacious and thoughtfully designed, with a spectrum of modern amenities and rustic elegance.

Cosy lawns, fields and a jungle walk make for leisurely morning and evening strolls, offering a space where time slows down and you can savour the fresh air and the natural beauty that surrounds you. Whether you're seeking quiet moments of contemplation or joyous outdoor gatherings with loved ones, this serene oasis provides the ideal backdrop.

For entertainment, indoor and outdoor games and visits to the farm, village and temple promise hours of fun for guests of all ages, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to your stay.

Forest settingDeep in the pine woods
Wild neighboursBarking deer, birds and butterflies
For familiesSafe, quiet, child-friendly

Two-storey white cottage with a green roof and balcony, set on a grassy slope

Dhar's green-roofed cottages among pine trees on a Himalayan hillside

Where you'll stay

Five cottages in the forest

Balcony rooms with forest views, a treehouse, and a pet-friendly cottage with its own lawn.

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Things to do

Days at Dhar

Guests sitting around a crackling bonfire at night under tall trees — **Bonfire evenings**Stories and warm drinks around the fire

Skewers of vegetables grilling over glowing coals — **Barbecue nights**Grilled under the open sky

A grassy forest trail winding through green trees — **Forest walks**Trails right from the gate

Children playing badminton on the garden lawn — **Garden games**Wide lawns for the kids

A pomegranate ripening on a tree branch — **Orchard fruit**Pomegranates, grapes and pears in season

Rocky hilltop looking out over forested ridges and cliffs — **Bhurshing**Hilltop views across the ridges

A sacred tree draped in saffron cloth at the Hanuman temple — **Hanuman Mandir**A peaceful temple in the forest

Hikers with backpacks climbing a sunlit trail through pine forest — **Trekking**Pine forest trails to explore

Our neighbours

Birds and wildlife

The forest around Dhar is full of birdlife, so bring binoculars. Here are a few of the birds that visit our trees.

Red-billed blue magpie perched on a pine trunk — Red-billed blue magpie

White paradise flycatcher with long tail streamers among leaves — Indian paradise flycatcher

Green parakeet eating fruit on a branch against blue sky — Parakeet in the pear tree

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Getting here

Village Dhar, Dharampur

Village Dhar, Anji Matla, Dharampur,
District Solan, Himachal Pradesh 173209

From DharampurJust 7 km away: a pleasant 20-minute drive through the woods. The last 2 km is an unmetalled forest road, jungle-safari style.
Chandigarh Airport54 km. The nearest airport.
DelhiAbout 300 km by road.

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Clouds over forested Himalayan ridges seen from beside a cottage