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Tucked away in the little village of Masinagudi which is a beautiful place on the foothills of Nilgiris just after the Bandipur Wildlife Sanctuary in Karnataka, India., is Shambala a Swiss style chaleton stilts built with shale and rock from the area. An airy cabin with large open-to-the-jungle windows lets in the serenity of the valley. A cozy accommodation for two with additional space for two more, it is an ideal hideaway. A place to unwind! Alfresco dining on the deck is a magical experience with spectacular views of the forest. Spend the night out on the deck that hug the domicile on either side and let the soothing night time rhythm lull you to sleep. You may actually make friends with some of the nocturnal forest creatures that visit the area.
At Shambala our chef is inconspicuous for a purpose; we value privacy and allow guests to holiday at their own pace. Should the guests have an urge to cook, the kitchen is well stocked with essential pots, pans, cutlery, crockery and the larder is amply supplied with fresh ingredients from fruits and vegetables to condiments. A cookbook with recipes to suit every palate has also been put together. There is also a microwave, an electric kettle and a coffee maker for that morning cuppa! For those who want to be pampered the option of ordering in is always there. Guests will also receive a complimentary bottle of wine.
The more adventurous and sporty will be delighted with the 18 speed All Terrain Firefox bicycles, a night vision torch and reference books on birds and plants of the area, all available on request. The obliging caretaker is always at hand to provide any assistance, be it buying supplies from nearby Ooty to arranging the tribal guide for a trek into the forest.
Every attempt has been made to ease the impact of human habitation on the environment. The eco-friendly philosophy has been maintained consistently in every aspect of the cabin; from the materials used in construction to the organic cotton sheets and assiduous waste management. Though it is easy to succumb to the comfortable embrace of the cabin, the beauty and enigma of the jungle, its creatures and life within entice you to explore its mysteries, making a nature lover out of every guest.
Shambala - beckons for a perfect jungle holiday!
Website: www.shambala.com |
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