A gorgeous home in the forest

The Umri homestay is located off the beaten track in the secluded forested hills of Uttarakhand. There are no other homes in the vicinity, no honking cars and no pollution. Here, there’s only birdsong to herald you, walking trails all around, four well-appointed rooms designed to envelop you in their warmth, and an attentive staff of three happy to cater to your needs. Come to The Umri if you like nature, books, wholesome meals, and an ambience of tranquillity.

Accommodation

Whole House

The Umri is a fully-staffed, two-storied homestay set amid pine forests and the solitude of nature. It has four bedrooms and sleeps eight adults. There are living and dining rooms on the ground as well as the first floor, and two spacious bedrooms each on both levels. The ground floor deck as well as the first floor balcony offer stunning views of the surrounding hills and forests and the bluest of skies. The rooms as well as their attached bathrooms are equipped with best-in-class amenities and facilities.

The Luxe Life Apartment

The gorgeous ground floor apartment sleeps four adults. It contains a spacious living room, dining room, kitchenette and two large, comfortable bedrooms with attached bathrooms. The apartment opens on to the deck and offers magnificent views of verdant forests and misty mountains. Filled with interesting art, knick-knacks that tell stories and packed bookshelves, Luxe Life invites you to curl up on one of the many comfy sofas or king-sized beds and get lost in a book or reverie or just take a nap.

The True Blue Room

An airy, well-appointed room on the first floor of The Umri. Its three windows give you panoramic views of the forests and mountains in the distance. The room contains a comfortable king-sized bed with matching bedside tables, a bookshelf packed with fiction and non-fiction books, a cosy armchair and a large writing table with an old green banker’s lamp. The room has a spacious bathroom attached.

The Sunshine Room

A cheerful, sunlit room on the first floor of The Umri. It contains a vintage king-sized bed, bedside tables, a dresser and a fat armchair that tempts you to sink into it, and never get up. There are large wardrobes for all your possessions and an attached bathroom with all the mod cons.

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Dining Area

  • Breakfast is served between 8 am and 10 am.
  • Lunch is served between 12.30 pm and 2.30 pm.
  • Dinner is served from 7.30 to 10 pm

Breakfast in included in the tariff; a la carte menu available for all other meals. Since this is a remote area, ingredients can sometimes be difficult to procure. It’s best to inform the chef a day in advance if you want something special cooked.

facilities

Free Wifi

Free Parking

Fresh Bed Linen

Fresh Bath Linen

Electric Kettles

Air Conditioner

Portable Heater

Electric Blankets

TV and Music System

A la Carte Menu

Free Toiletries

Hair Dryer

Fire Extinguisher

Board Games

Events Organisation

Testimonials

The Umri is a magical experience. We were looking for a modern place in a site of solitude not too far from Delhi, and we found it there. We spent the mornings trekking and visiting Corbett and the rest of the days lounging on the sofa and looking out at the mist floating among the hills. The very sight brought peace to the body and soul. The rooms are spacious and beautifully done up; and the cook is excellent. Will definitely revisit.

Ashvini Patil

Lawyer, Bengaluru

The Umri is my new favourite getaway from NCR. The rooms are lovely, the service is wonderful and unobtrusive and every meal is delicious. The book shelves are stacked with plenty of good books to read including lots of crime novels, my personal favorite. The place is so cosy; I don’t feel like stepping out even for a walk.

Mishti Bose

Entrepreneur, New Delhi

This is the best place for weekend getaways. The location is secluded and filled with immense peace. The natural surroundings are beautiful and green. The three staff members are helpful, warm and polite, and make every effort to make one’s stay wonderful. The food tastes delicious and can be customised to one’s needs. I have been here twice already and plan to come back many more times in the future. The Umri is a must visit!

Tushar Dahiya

Lawyer, New Delhi

Things to Do

Alfresco Lunch

Barbecue

Trekking

Village Visit

Corbett Park Safari

Bhulla Lake Boating

St. John's Church Visit

Tarkeshwar Dham Mandir

Santoshi Mata Temple

Bonfire

House Rules

  • Check in: 2 pm onwards
  • Check out: Up to 12 noon
  • Please inform The Umri in advance of your expected time of arrival
  • Guests are required to show government-approved photo identification while check-in
  • Quiet hours: 10 pm to 7 am
  • No smoking indoors
  • No pets
  • No baby cots
  • Extra mattress can be provided subject to availability. They are not included in the room tariff, and will have to be paid for separately Children above 12 will be charged as adults

The Region

LOCATION

Umari Khal, from where The Umri takes its name, is a small village located in Lansdowne tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. The total geographical area of the village is 15.29 hectares.

OUR ADDRESS

The Umri Lansdowne Umari Khal village Off NH 534
Near GUPS Umarikhal PO Lansdowne District Pauri Garhwal

BY AIR

Jolly Grant Airport at Dehradun is 123 km away from The Umri. You can take a taxi from the airport to the homestay.

BY TRAIN

Kotdwar is the nearest rail station and is about 21 km away from The Umri. You can take a taxi from the station to the homestay.

BY ROAD (FROM KOTWAR)

Take National Highway 534 from Kotdwar to Lansdowne. Watch out for The Umri board after passing the First View of Lansdowne sign. Start climbing up the hill road from the sign. There are signposts all the way to guide you to the homestay. There is free parking on the premises.