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Thursday, July 5, 2012

Sherpa Alpine Cottage


A place for 'simplicity lovers'

Sherpa Alpine Cottage is a small rustic retreat in the hills of Nagarkot, just 32 kms east of Kathmandu, a mere one hour drive by car. It is a lovely little spot with views down to the Indrawati valley and up the hillsides to the north and east towards the himalayan peaks.

People from Kathmandu pop up for a weekend, for a refreshing change; some tourists stay for many days, even weeks. Guests from other hotels will also stop by and enjoy a cup of coffee, a bottle of beer, or a full meal. Indeed, over the years, the lodge has established itself as one of the favorite place to stay and eat in Nagarkot. You can be sure of a warm welcome at Sherpa Alpine Cottage.



Make no mistake. Nothing fancy. Simple wooden cottages built on terraced hills. Inexpensive and clean. Private and intimate. Ideal for families, friends, romantics, and anyone who enjoys nature, peace and quiet.






We have 3 small individual cottages sited on the lower terrace and 2 guest rooms in the main cottage building. The rooms are basic but well kept and clean. If you are not looking for something fancy, the cottage would be perfectly adequate for a trouble free stay. 








From every sides of the cottage, there are splendid views of the valley, terraced fields, villages and distant mountains.  




















To get an impressive 360ยบ view of the sunrise and the Himalayan peaks, many guests make their way to the lookout tower in the dawn, which is an easy one hour uphill walk to the south of the cottage. If you are not a keen walker, we can help by arranging a jeep or car drive for you.





Alfresco-style restaurant & little thatched huts


Guests taking it easy
Pleasant alfresco-style restaurant, with tables in little thatched huts around a terraced garden that overlooking  the beautiful Indrawati valley.
















 


Our guests spend many wonderful hours on the terrace just enjoying the view and chatting, watch the birds fly, have breakfast, meals or just  read a book. The cottage is blessed with the perfect location for sunshine.




An early morning view from the terrace



Food is something our guests enjoy very much here; home cooked, organic and freshly prepared. We do some of the best local treats in Nagarkot...!






Apple Momos
The bamboo resturant sits 8-10 guests










Our restaurant opens daily from 7am in the morning until all dinners have been served usually by 10 pm 




Enjoy a leisurely dinner in our cosy little restaurant after sunset - or sit outside in the fresh air if you prefer.  Start your day with a delicious breakfast on the terrace, in the warmth of the rising sun. 






Nepalese Dal Baat



Swiss Rosti.....








Check out our menu for a tempting selection of Sherpa, Tibetan, Nepali, Indian, Chinese and Western dishes, and then choose where to eat it - indoors or outdoors, on the upper terrace, or on the lower terrace. 







Our one room simple individual cottages


Sugata Cottage (room3)



Sugata Cottage (room3)
It has a double bed with bathroom and toilet attached. From the bed you have wonderful views across the valley. 


Sugata Cottage bed














Karuna Cottage (room4)

Karuna Cottage bed












Karuna Cottage (room4)
It has twin beds (one double bed and one single bed ) and comes with bathroom and toilet attached. From the bed you have wonderful views across the valley. 






Nirvana Cottage (room5)

Nirvana Cottage bed










Nirvana Cottage (room5)
It has one double bed and a small private balcony facing the sunrise. The toilet is downstairs from the room accessed by a small wooden step ladder. 





The main cottage building features a restaurant inside, a dorm-type room upstairs and a guest room downstairs



Middle room (room2)


The main cottage building



Dorm room (top room)



The Dorm room (top room) is a dorm-style sleeping arrangement for up to 4-6 people with floor beds. It is upstairs from the restaurant accessed by a small indoor step ladder. For toilet and bathing facilities, you use the shared ones outside. 

The Middle room (room2),  or the one below the restaurant comes with one small double bed and a toilet attached. This is a basic room paneled with local bamboo mats.








Rates and Reservations:
Room rates per night are as follows :-
Sugata Cottage (room3) :   1 guest Rs 900           2 guests Rs 1300
Karuna Cottage (room4) :   1 guest Rs1200          2 guests Rs 1500
Nirvana Cottage (room5) :  1 guest Rs 900           2 guests Rs 1300 
Dormitory (top room) :         2 guests Rs 800         extra guest Rs 300
Middle Room (room2) :       1 guest Rs 600           2 guests Rs 800

*10% discount is offered for guests staying 4 days or more. All rates above are given in local currency and does not include breakfast and subject to 10% service tax. Please check with us for rates if you come in group. 

We realize that travel plans change and you may need to cancel your reservation. However, as a small business with a handful of rooms, this can have a big impact on us. In such case, we appreciate an early notification (at least 48 hours in advance).

We also have a lease on a facility 30 meters up the road (just a minute’s walk away) with 5 rooms, again with great views, so, anytime the cottage gets full, there is the option of sleeping there and eating in the cottage. In case you find our accommodation fails to meet your expectations, please let us know, and we may be able to help you find somewhere more suitable for you. 

 

If you'd like to contact us please mail to : sherpacottage@gmail.com 

 OR

For prompt booking call: 
9803220655 (Mob) 
6680015 (Landline)






Direction from Nagarkot Bus Stop
The cottage is 15 minutes walk ahead from Nagarkot Bus Stop



We are easy to find!
Take the left from the bus stop at Nagarkot and follow the paved road between the local tea shops that winds further up through the pine forests to the top. As you arrive at the second intersection, avoid left and keep straight ahead. Now you should be able to see the cottages painted in green and white. We are just minutes away...








We do not promise you luxury. We will give you a simple local experience: comfortable, peaceful, joyful, serene, friendly, and, above all, Nepali.