Cottage vacation rentals in South Asia

I am English staying with young family.. 6 of us a laf minute booking. Much to appreciate from RUPUL as a Barrister at the Bar in Kandy/Colombo and country’s high Courts . I’m a forever returning visitor. The sitting room so stylish and crammed with not just law material! The breakfast was excellent and very accommodating for taking 2nd one with is to sight see early. Strongly recommend for large families. As place and tranquility yo self. Peaceful only hearing the nature I thank you and your wife Upil and obliging staff)Muhindera(sp) Loose U.K. family Sri Lankan

We stayed at Aamir’s place in July 2024 when we visited Kashmir for the first time with our families. Aamir, Muneer and Aadil made the entire experience extremely comfortable. The very day we arrived, we were upgraded without asking for it as they saw that my mum in law can’t walk a lot so we were given the rooms close to the entrance. We arrived quite late (around 10pm) because of flight delays and had no idea where we will find food from at this hour but they made sure that we don’t sleep hungry. They prepared a full meal this late in the night and for all days that we stayed there, even if we needed something at 1am in the night, they were all happy to help. The place is beautiful and very nicely maintained. They have a beautiful garden just behind the rooms where we had breakfast and made some core memories. Aamir also recommended some places to visit and helped make transport arrangements. Thank you for the amazing hospitality. This was home away from home.

We had a truly lovely stay, and I must say, Rishi is an exceptional host. He went out of his way to ensure that we were comfortable in every possible way. His suggestions for places to visit, dining, and shopping were always spot-on and reliable. The property itself is stunning and well-maintained, offering a peaceful retreat. If you're looking to unwind and escape the hustle and bustle of the city this is the perfect place to relax. Highly recommended!

Clean and spacious place, at a great location with an amazing view, fully furnished and equipped rooms and kitchen. Easily accessible by road. A perfect escape from the city bustle. Was totally worth the money.

Place is really beautiful! The view is great from the room! Place is very neat and clean ! Location is close to the Mall Road Overall a beautiful place Would totally recommend staying here! Will visit soon again

If there were 1000000 stars , i would give this experience all of it. I have been to Himachal quite a few times and trust me i have been to enough, if you wish to have a stay right in the lap of nature, this is it. The walk to the swarg home, swarg home itself with its attention to detail, the trails around, the cafes, the aptly quiet naggar village are all just INCREDIBLE . Yash ji, Veena ji, Deepu bhaiya , chikki are very warm, very welcoming and make you feel absolutely at home, right from the time they pick you up, till the time they drop you, ufff, there is a lot to learn from them in terms of hospitality. The home cooked food , the birds chirping , the stunning views of the snow capped peaks , the seclusion from the outside world and still being just 15 mins walk away from the pretty main Naggar market makes this the bestessst stay ever. A perfect place to put all your guards down and still be handheld by the mother nature. Can’t wait to come back already♥️

Top Tibba should be on the bucket list of everyone who want a magnificent view, peaceful surroundings, newly built stone cottages & fresh homely cooked meals. The place is just 👌if I had more holidays would have definitely stayed for few more days & as told by Sachin (caretaker) wud have gone to top tibba trek.

Found the place to be homely, peaceful and super serene. Surely will visit again.

Most places claim to be “pet-friendly” but come with a rulebook. Scotty’s House? Truly pet-friendly—with zero stress. If you're a pet parent, this place is a dream. Amit and Caroline (pet parents themselves) have thought of everything—secure fencing, private entry, and total peace of mind while your dogs roam free. Though the hosts live next door, privacy is complete. The house is gorgeous, spotless, and replete with thoughtful touches. A cozy and comfortable bed, a well-stocked kitchen (bread, butter, eggs, coffee, spices—check!), and even a great takeaway recommendation from Amit. That butter chicken? Magic! The lawn’s perfect for zoomies, the Kalote Dam is right there for doggy swims, and the only noise you'll hear is village life drifting by. Amit checked in just enough—not too much, not too little. House rules? Simple: respect the space. We’re just an hour away in Mumbai and have already decided this is our dogs' new happy place. Highly, highly recommend. Can’t wait to be back!

scenic locations or the countryside, are frequently praised for their stunning views.

Leena is an amazing host. It’s one of those places where you’ll get the real Himalayan hospitality. We felt right at home, the food was simply amazing, might have gained a few while I was here. The staff, especially Chandan (since we only interacted with him) is extremely polite and helpful. The space is very cozy, and the views around the place are breathtakingly beautiful. I’ll definitely be back as soon I can.

it was a beautiful stay by the backwaters. very responsive hosts and made us feel very comfortable. they even took care of my dog when we went out for a few hours. The food was also top notch. overall a wonderful experience. Will definitely recommend

Its an extremely beautiful stay! Totally off-beat location! And the host is very warm and welcoming!! The food is amazing too!

Host - Aunty is responsive, helpful, and chatty. You'll enjoy her company. You can make special requests in food or anything else you might need ;). Location - It's located down the road, there are two paths to take, 1 easier, 1 tougher, both adventurous and beautiful. Hosts (Aunty, her husband and DIL) carry your luggage to and fro. The place is isolated from the road and other stays, and provides a quiet stay experience. Rooms - They are clean and spacious, large washrooms, beautiful balconies that can accommodate 5 people each for the chai-siddu-view chill mornings. When we visited they were still building the tree house but it looked nice. Food - Aunty feeds you home cooked, clean, tasty food - whatever you request. The siddu's are fantastic and the ghee is to die for.

Sachin and Jaypal are best hosts and people you would want to reachout with all suggesstions, and help. This was my 5th visit to their place, and their cottage is very spacious, with friendly staff. I prefer their cottage more is because of their warm hosting and pet-friendly place with spacious lawns. You must try their kitchen menu, with multicuisine options, it is so good. Also thank you for providing me with hot water bags, they really made my bed warm and cozy. Special thanks to Rohit for his active service throughout.

Our stay at Mars was absolutely fantastic. We were looking for a peaceful place to unwind and this was exactly it. Shalini tai’s delicious home cooked meals and the humbleness of Rajesh dada (both caretakers at the place) added bonus points to the stay. The host, Sonal, was always in touch since the time of the booking irrespective of her location. I would absolutely recommend this place if you are looking to refresh yourself. Planning our next visit in the Monsoons😍

I must say we had a wonderful time at the property. We (me and my wife) work and we were looking for some peace and tranquility. We got both, thank you for having nice caretakers at the place too. Overall we have decided to come back again 😀

Ratna’s place truly felt like a home away from home. The view from the balconies was just as amazing as shown in the photos. The bonfire in the courtyard was the cherry on top! It’s a superb staycation spot if you’re around Bhimtal. Ratna made sure we were comfortable, and everything was easy to navigate. We would love to visit again to her beautiful home :)

It is such a warm and cozy place with such a magnificent view. It felt like home away from home. The house staff Sonu and Nishant were very helpful and prompt. Sonuji prepared scrumptious meals. Also Faizanji who lives nearby drove us around Mussorie. He was very accommodating and he guided us well. It was overall a very memorable experience. Im recommending my friends and family to visit and stay here atleast once ! :)

Highly recommended, such a good host and lovey quiet place with beautiful garden

Had a wonderful stay at this Airbnb in Bhimtal! The location was peaceful with stunning lake views, and the property was clean, spacious, and well-equipped. The host was incredibly welcoming and made sure we had everything we needed. Bhimtal is a charming spot to relax and explore. Highly recommend this place for a tranquil retreat!

The accommodation was excellent, making our stay truly enjoyable. The hosts were warm, responsive, and proactive. The food, served based on the menu, was delicious, with our top recommendations being Rara Chicken and Rajma Chawal. They also guided us to nearby attractions, providing clear directions. Additionally, Door Ji assisted us in coordinating with local taxi services, ensuring smooth travel and a hassle-free return. I highly recommend this cottage for a vacation—it’s a perfect choice for families or groups.

We 4 adults and 2 teenagers stayed for 3 nights. Overall great experience. The booking includes the entire property i.e you are not sharing it with any other guests. We'll maintained property with lot of open spaces to sit out with a good valley and mountain view. Has both sunrise view in front and sunset view at back. The property itself is a big plus, however special mention to Neeraj and Manoj, caretakers who stay at the property. The food they cooked and service is excellent. Food is completely sorted. Both are very generous. They arranged barbecue and bonfire on one of the evenings. We even played cricket nearby with local kids. few points to consider though 1. From main road, it takes 15mins to reach, this stretch is under construction. drivable but not great at moment. 2. From parking one has to hike for short distance to reach property. Problem only for those with mobility issues. It's not a steep or long hike. Overall highly recommended. We would love to comeback and visit.

We stayed for 2 days at Malcolm's place, and we really enjoyed it. The place is exactly how it is in pictures, neat and tidy. It was great meeting Malcolm, he guided us well with local transport arrangements and good places to eat nearby. The cottage is surrounded by very well kept garden and is walking distance to the beach which was great. Overall we had a great time.