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About this property

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Historic Setting: Glen View Heritage Homestay in Shimla is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming environment. The property is pet-friendly, welcoming guests with their furry companions. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can enjoy a sun terrace and a beautiful garden, perfect for relaxation. The villa features an outdoor fireplace, providing a cozy atmosphere for evenings. Modern Amenities: The property provides free WiFi, a lounge, and a shared kitchen. Additional facilities include an indoor and outdoor play area, a games room, and a children's playground. Local Attractions: The Ridge is a 19-minute walk away, while Jakhoo Gondola lies 1.4 mi from the villa. Other nearby points of interest include Victory Tunnel (5 mi) and Jakhu Temple (1.5 mi).

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.1)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Vegetarian, Asian

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site

    • Activities:

    • Game room

    • Playground

    • Ping-pong


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Pradeep
    India India
    Food was good, staff behaviour was excellent..... Specially their caretaker Mr. Mahinder and Mr. Suresh.
  • Deepanjan
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    amazing property great views and awesome hospitality , the food was really very nice and healthy.
  • Priyanka
    India India
    Amazing experience and the food was really tasty. Overall service was top notch , we would highly recommend everyone
  • Maz
    Australia Australia
    I loved the ambience and old world British era of this quaint villa built in 1840. Beautifully presented with lovely timber furniture and tasteful decor. Set in a VIP zone on Jackoo Hill set in the pine trees. We had a fabulous BBQ dinner with a...
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property is extremely well located with a scenic twenty minute walk into centralShimla. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. The room and our additional lounge area were both really well maintained and very attractive . The food...
  • Akash
    India India
    The property was amazing and had all the amenities what we could need for. The view was fantastic and the staff was very helpful too.
  • Kathuria
    The location was really beautiful and the property was neat, clean and very well maintained. We loved the food be it's complimentary breakfast or ala-carte. The staff and owner both showed their hospitality and support. I would love to visit again...
  • Alfred
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühl und den Aufenthalt verlängert.

Managed by Glen View Heritage Homestay Prop Rajan Vohra

Company review score: 9.3Based on 15 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Glen View was built around the mis 1800s, A 160-year-old British Bungalow, the erstwhile residence of JOHN WALSH till 1861, and later that of the Administrator General /viceroy of Bengal till 1906. It is located on the main Jakhoo hill Of Shimla about 5 minutes’ walk from the Ridge/Mall Road. Our immediate neighbours are the CMs Residence and the Raj Bhawan, apart from MLA Bunglows, Hotel Woodville Palace and Radha Swami Satsang. The total Area of the Estate is about 1 Acre. The main house, which was recently renovated, is a single storey Bungalow spread over 10000 Sq Ft. consists of 7 bedrooms with attached baths and dressing rooms, living rooms, Drawing- and-Dining Room, along with Kitchen/Store/Utility areas .

Property info

Shimla's magnificent hills and mystical woods host the heritage homestay of Glen View. This villa houses 6 comfortable, spacious rooms with wooden old-charm interiors, yet all modern luxuries. There are plenty of indoor activities like table tennis, carrom, darts and board games, while you can also enjoy the outdoors with badminton, roller-skating and cycling. The villa's location also allows you to enjoy tourist attractions like Jakhoo Temple, Christ Church, The Ridge and of course, Mall Road.

Neighborhood info

- This villa is conveniently located in Lower Jakhoo, Forest Hill Road, Shimla. - Guests can opt for activities such as forest walks, or visit the famous Mall Road for shopping. - Some nearby attractions include the Jakhoo Temple, Christ Church and The Ridge. Getting Around &Transportation: The local Mall Road shopping street is located at a distance of 1 km. - Distance from Jubbarhatti Airport is – Approx. 25 km. - Distance from Shimla Interstate Bus Terminus is – Approx. 9 km. - Distance from Shimla Railway Station is – Approx. 6 km. Apart from these convenient routes, the guests can also drive down to the villa, as this property has ample amount of parking space.

Languages Spoken

English,Hindi

Area info

House rules

Glen View Heritage Homestay takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of Rs. 5,000 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. That's about $56. This will be collected by PayPal. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by PayPal, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 11 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
Rs. 1,500 per person, per night

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Accepted payment methods
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Glen View Heritage Homestay of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

As a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

A damage deposit of Rs. 5,000 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by PayPal. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by PayPal, subject to an inspection of the property.

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