A calm riverside retreat by Priti Devi & Yashodhar Singh
\nLocated at the midpoint of the Madhyamaheshwar trek in peaceful Gondar village, River View
\nHomestay is run by husband-and-wife duo Priti Devi and Yashodhar Singh. Noticing a growing
\nnumber of trekkers and pilgrims passing through their area, they opened their home in 2022 to
\noffer clean, cozy, and culturally rich stays. Yashodhar, a tour guide with 5\u20136 years of local hiking
\nexperience, brings his guiding knowledge to the homestay, while Priti welcomes guests with
\ntraditional warmth and homemade meals, showcasing the region’s heritage.<\/p>\n
The homestay offers 4 comfortable rooms designed for a peaceful stay:
\n\u25cf Double beds with fresh linens
\n\u25cf Attached bathrooms with geysers
\n\u25cf Room heaters, kettles, and yoga mats
\n\u25cf A working desk in each room
\n\u25cf River views from the rooms
\n\u25cf Room rates: \u20b91,000\u2013\u20b91,500 per night<\/p>\n
Priti Devi cooks fresh meals using organic vegetables from their kitchen garden and small farm.
\nYou\u2019ll taste traditional Pahadi dishes, wholesome curries, and local cuisine with a variety\u2014for
\ninstance, chowmein, momos, and more\u2014offered with a local twist. Every thali costs \u20b9150,
\nfeaturing organic produce and dairy from their own cattle.<\/p>\n
You won\u2019t just stay\u2014you\u2019ll feel part of the place:
\n\u25cf Assist with harvesting vegetables from their garden
\n\u25cf Join riverside cooking and bonfire evenings
\n\u25cf Birdwatching along the riverbanks
\n\u25cf Outdoor cooking sessions under the open sky
\n\u25cf Quiet yoga sessions with provided mats
\n\u25cf Village walks led by your hosts<\/p>\n
A perfect stop along the trek routes:
\nMadhyamaheshwar Temple Trek
\nYour trek begins from Ransi or Gondar, leading up around 16 km through lush forests, alpine
\nmeadows, and village pathways to the revered Madhyamaheshwar Temple, seated at 3,497 m
\nand offering stunning Himalayan views.
\nKalishila Temple Trail
\nAccessible from nearby Kalimath, this moderate 6\u20138 km trail winds through pine and
\nrhododendron forests to a sacred shrine built atop a black rock, a spiritual site known for its
\nserene energy .
\nMadhuganga Valley
\nThis quiet valley, below Madhyamaheshwar, follows the river to Budha Madhyamaheshwar. It\u2019s
\nperfect for nature walks, framed by clear streams and towering peaks .<\/p>\n
\u25cf A family-run space with warm cultural touches
\n\u25cf Clean, well-equipped rooms with lovely river views
\n\u25cf Homemade, organic meals and a variety of food options
\n\u25cf Living local: farm visits, bonfires, village walks, birdwatching
\n\u25cf Guided trek insights and advice from a local guide
\n\u25cf A perfect midway point for Himalayan treks and spiritual trails<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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