ABOUT
Rockvilla is a quaint stone cottage nestled in a thicket of deodar, pine and oak at the Jabarkhet Estate. Designed by the owners Vipul and Shibani Jain, this idyllic property offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas and the Doon Valley, making it a great place of rejuvenation for the outdoorsy souls as well as for those who seek warm, indoor stays. The tastefully done interiors are curated by Baaya and the home is managed by La Villa Bethany. There are also free cuddles thrown in by the resident dogs for the visiting pet lovers!
THE VILLA
The property has three bedrooms and a common living cum dining and kitchen space. It also has a large terrace and sundeck. Each bedroom is ambient, large and spacious with attached extravagant bathrooms - having a flavour of its own. The Gond Room reflecting the art of the tribals of Madhya Pradesh, the Blue Pottery Room showcases artisanal work from Western India and the Mosaic Room features curated art from various parts of India. The cottage can accommodate between 6 - 10 people and is perfect for a family getaway or an adventurous escape with friends.
GALLERY
FACILITIES
Live Kitchen
Relish local Garhwali specialties or a continental three-course meal curated by our seasoned resident chef
Central Heating System
Stay warm and toasty with our heating system and wooden flooring, even while it snows outside
Security
Our villa is equipped with cctv cameras and on-site staff 24x7 – and of course, our very special guards, Rocky and Sheru
Pop-Up Store
Baaya pop-up featuring an exclusive range of homeware and collectibles crafted by authentic Indian master artisans
Coming Soon
WiFi and Entertainment
Entertain yourself with unlimited high speed WiFi connection and an integrated satellite and internet TV
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Unique Luxury Experiences
Our staff can help better your stay with experiences like barbeques, stargazing or meditation amidst the deodar trees
Jabarkhet Nature Reserve is a short, scenic walk from Rockvilla, a vast private reserve flourishing on 110-acres of lush green forests. Co-founded by the Jains and an expert environmentalist, the reserve houses over a hundred species of birds as well as wildlife such as deers, the Himalayan goral, yellow-throated pine martens, black bears, wild boars and jungle cats. It also has well-marked trails that you can walk on, either by yourself or along with our trained guides.
THINGS TO DO
Nature Walks
Wander through the lush evergreen forests and explore a whole new landscape with an award-winning naturalist
Bird Watching
Tune in to new sounds and whistles as you discover rare species of birds with a team of photographers and professional birders from Jabarkhet Nature Reserve
Trekking and Excursions
Enjoy a day trek through the mountain trails to Kolti, a pristine Himalayan village
Heritage Walks
Walk to Landour and Lal Tibba, experience Mussoorie as it was during the British era, and have a bun omelette at Char Dukaan
Folklore Explorations
Explore Pari Tibba - also known as Hill of the Fairies as mentioned by Ruskin Bond in his books - a haven of solitude and stories of old
Temple Tours
Travel down Tehri Road to climb the famous Surkanda Devi temple, and then further to Dhanaulti, set amidst towering Deodar trees
