Writers Hill, Renuka Lake

Secluded deep in the mountains of Himachal Pradesh is one of the state’s best kept secrets… Writershill. The location is an hour’s drive from Nahan and 20 kms from Renuka Lake. The area offers auto touring, biking, cultural and historic sites, camping, hiking, and wildlife. You can also catch glimpses of village life where land, tradition and a slower pace are venerated even today.

Writershill has quiet, creative spaces perfect for getting away anytime of the year. You can either remain cocooned in our self-contained, stylish yet informal cottages with a backdrop of spectacular views or you can explore an area rich in forest trails, river treks, wildlife and ragged mountains.

There’s much more on offer than just comfort and privacy. Be inspired to compose music, string together some words or just pick up the paintbrush. For authors who demand solitude with convenience, Writershill is the place to be.

At Writershill your comfort is a priority with the little luxuries that will make you want to pamper and indulge yourself. You breakfast under a canopy of trees with the gurgling sounds of River Jalal while dinner is a leisurely affair around a bonfire and a sky full of stars.

Writers Hill features four large well appointed cottages with the following amenities.

Coffee and Tea in the room

Air-conditioning

Heating

Hot and Cold water

Television

DVD Player

Ironing Board

A large library of books and DVDs

Organic, healthy food

Picnic by the river

Trek to Churdhar

Camping facilities

Cooking Classes (local cuisine)

Indoor Games

Badholia Temple Waterfall: A mere km away from Writershill, this waterfall forms the backdrop for the local temple. During the monsoon, the waterfall swells and its roar can be heard for miles around. If you visit the temple and ring the bell, don’t be surprised if within minutes an army of monkeys clamber out of the rocks and wait for Prasad. The temple is a favourite talisman for truck and bus drivers who always make an offering.

The Jalal River Bed: Another 5 kms ahead of the waterfall, towards the town of Dadahu, across the bridge, a path goes down to the river bed strewn with big and small rocks. In and around these rocks, flows the Jalal river. During summer, river waters are cool and refreshing but come rains and it can be frighteningly deep.The river can widen to almost 30 feet and rise to 10 feet.

During winter, it’s the perfect picnic spot. Sitting on chairs on the river bed with the water flowing just a hand-shake away; steaming, hot food laid on the table…it’s a moment that would be remembered by all.

Renuka Lake: It’s one of the most religious places in Himachal Pradesh. Apart from the temples, the lake is the biggest attraction. Packed with fish that swim to the shores to eat wheat dough thrown in by the visitors, the lake is also a wonderful place for boating. Pick up a boat and pedal away a couple of hours, relaxed by the greenery around.

Renuka Zoo: Built around the lake, the best way to explore the zoo/national park is to take a three km walk. You will walk with the lake on one side and the animals on the other. Deers, bears, leopards and the big attraction lions and lionesses. The lions are getting on in age but they are quite a sight. If you are looking to shed some weight, this walk will do you good.

The listed tariff for the cottages that are available is as follows:

My Name is Red (Super Luxury) –                      Rs 5500 per night for two adults

No Orchids for Miss Blandish (Luxury Cottage) – Rs 5000 per night for two adults

One Step Behind(Honeymoon Cottage)            – Rs 4500 per night for two adults

The above tariff includes three meals – breakfast, lunch, dinner and a complimentary welcome drink.

Our Terms and Conditions are as follows:

50% deposit upfront. Conditions apply.

Check in is at 12 PM and check out at 10:00 AM

All beverages including mineral water to be charged on extras.

For children aged 7 and above the tariff is Rs 1,000 per night.

In case of driver, the charges are 750 per night inclusive all 3 meals.

Extra occupancy 1500 INR per adult per night including all 3 meals

Extra meals are charged at 300 INR (Veg) & 350 INR (Non Veg). Only applicable for certain packages.

Cancellation Policy:

Full refund if cancellation is done 5 days prior to the arrival date.

10% deduction of total booking amount if cancellation done in less than 5 days from the arrival date.