One of the finest properties which I have stayed in recently in the Himalayas must be the Soednam Zingkha Heritage Farm House in the remote Haa valley in Western Bhutan. My group was on a trek to the Nob Tshona Pata lake and on the way we stopped for a night at Haa.
This beautiful homestay has been carefully restored keeping in mind the ethnic architecture and designs of Bhutan.
It has all the conveniences - temperature controlled heated rooms, abundant hot water in the showers, spotless toilets, excellent wi-fi and cosy rooms with lovely views across the valley.
It is family run with with the son of the house, Penjor, having studied hotel management in India and he has been able to put his management experience to good use in this property.
The meals are to die for and are personalised service with a smile is the hallmark of this heritage home.
I wish there were more such properties across the Himalaya.
Some photographs from my visit are below:
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| View from the farmhouse |
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| The prayer room |
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| The entrance |
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| The courtyard |
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| The drawing room area |
Haa Valley
+975 17170507 / 77170507
szingkha@gmail.com
penjoree@gmail.com
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