The Whispers

Imagine relaxing on your deck and looking out into the breathtaking mountain views of Nanda Devi Snow covered mountains.

What would you give to reach out of your window and pluck an apple or a pear from the tree next to your cottage or go hiking to spot the indigenous birds and wildlife with your kids?

Visualize sitting under the night sky with an outdoor fireplace warming your heart and a cuppa tea warming your soul.

Imagine gazing up at night lying on your lawn watching the night lit with millions of distant stars and galaxies that appear ever so bright away from the reflective light of the cities.

"Whispers" by Chalet offers all of this and much more. It consists of a pair of two cottages with a blend of both vernacular and contemporary architectural styles interwoven to give the estate a unique yet timeless appeal. Nestled into a hillside between pine and oak trees, apple orchards and green fields and with a breathtaking view of the snow covered Nanda Devi range and the twinkling lights of Almora along the horizon, "Whispers" is part painters imagination and part artists fantasy.

The Cottages

Getting away from the hot and scorching Delhi either over a long weekend or for a longer break is now within reach. As the summer temperatures cross 40 C, the cool climate of the Kumaon Mountains provides an accessible and inviting retreat. About 300 Kms from Delhi, Chalet Estates is proud to offer our exclusive cottages "Whispers" nestled in the Kumaon ranges in a close proximity to historic Mukteshwar and the vast and preserved campus of the Indian Veterinary Research Institute.

Cottage A - Juniper

The entrance deck leads into a large front garden fringed by a thick grove of pine trees. The upper level has the living areas and open kitchen wrapped around a front deck with gorgeous views of the valley below. A wooden staircase leads to the lower level bedrooms, each of which leads out onto a terrace and garden. A special feature of the cottage is a cozy attic poised above the dining area that overlooks both the front deck and majestic view. The wooden floors, beams and fireplaces, and the flowing internal spaces create an inspiring space to retreat from the world.

Cottage B - Orchard

The entrance deck of Cottage B flows into a linear living area that opens out into a rear garden with beautiful valley and mountain views. The sculptural wooden staircase ascends to the upper level bedrooms past a cozy passage with a built in seat to read and relax in. The study on the lower level is a breathtaking space that has the open views of a sunroom and connects to the rear garden.

Another feature is the suspended fireplace between the living and dining spaces that evokes traditional bukharis. Stone and wood clad feature walls, pine floors and large picture windows with sweeping views of the mountains create a restful, inspiring home that will be a pleasure to return to.

Room Tariffs
  • Orchard whole cottage - accommodates 5 people - 15000 INR (Plus GST) per night.
  • Extra bed and extra person - 2000 INR per person.
  • Access to common area includes large drawing area and dining area with hanging chimney, fireplace, kitchen, open patio with a view, open garden in the front, open garden at the side and a sunroom cum study.
  • Juniper entire cottage : accommodates 5 people - 15000 INR (Plus GST) per night.
  • Extra bed and extra person - 2000 INR per person.
  • Access to the common room includes a cosy family room with a stone cladded fireplace, dining room attached to a large open balcony with a view. A stairs from the dining room leads up to an attic which has a spectacular view of the valley. The bedrooms open up to your own private garden where tea can be served. The front garden which is surrounded by trees and flowers of the season.
  • Fireplace can be lit up on request with an extra cost depending on the season.
  • Housekeeping guy will be assigned to the cottage for the cleaning and housekeeping who will serve the guests staying. If the guests need meals to be cooked, we will be happy to provide a cook for 500 INR per day who will assist you in getting your groceries and customising your meals. The basic utensils and supply will be provided to the guests complementary.
  • Orchard and Juniper both cottage - accommodates 10 people - 28000 INR (Plus GST) per night.