The Old Monk of Nainital   

A Private Party Pad in the Hills — With Hotel Comfort, Without Hotel Rules

 

Welcome to Rumi’s Mountain Sunset — a premium, Urban Gold Rated property approved by Uttarakhand Tourism and designed to international (Singapore) standards. Tucked between Bhimtal and Naukuchiatal in Bijroli, this stylish hillside escape is your personal getaway for music, bonfires, drinks, and calm — all on your terms.

 

Unlike typical resorts or retreats, this is a grown-up escape — perfect for friend groups, midlife couples, or NCR travellers looking to reconnect, celebrate, or simply chill in style. The nearby forest walking trails help connect with nature.

 

The Space

The property is divided into two distinct zones:

• The Country Manor – A fully furnished, elegant two-bedroom villa

• The Pinewood Chalet – A cozy, wooden suite opening directly into the Skylight Garden: a lush, skylight lit living room filled with greenery and light

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The Outdoors

This is where the magic happens.

• The Starlight Deck – With twin swings, made for stargazing, evening playlists, and monsoon magic

• The Moroccan Deck – A favourite for sundowners and lazy snacks

• The Blue Bamboo Deck, an intimate sit-out with glowing fairy lights

• The Red Ruby Deck for endless walks to the head of our driveway

• The Bamiyan Garden for a tranquil escape to reconnect with nature

• A dedicated Party Hut near the fire-pit for late-night grilling, drinks, guitars, or dancing under the stars

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How You Stay

Bring your gang, your own music, even your own chef — or let our live-in caretaker couple handle the essentials. Oversight comes from the Old Monk of Nainital — the owner who is a self-taught chef, cookbook author, and host who curated the villa’s custom menus and drink selections.

 

Yes, our in-house restaurant, 'The Sunset Table' while focused on Indian food also serves ‘The Greek Plate’ — a unique Greek-inspired menu you won’t find anywhere else in the region.

 

Every stay includes:

• Daily breakfast (veg, vegan, Jain, or non-veg)

• 100 Mbps fibre Wi-Fi

• Housekeeping and power backup

• Aircon and heating

• A well equipped kitchen 

 

Location Perks

Close to everything, yet wrapped in quiet.

• Naukuchiatal Market (and lake) – 7 mins away

• Naukuchiatal Lake -  perfect for water sports, boating, lakeside cafés, and sunsets

• Skybird Paragliding Point – 4 mins away

• Bhimtal Lake – 10 mins away

 

Plus: forest walking trails, valley views, and of course — the famous mountain sunsets.

 

Not a Retreat. A Vibe.

Forget crowded hotels, ashrams and curfews. This is not a retreat — it’s a private pad for real conversations, real music, and real mountain air.

 

Best Seasons to Visit

• Spring & Early Summer: Feb to May

• Monsoons with Music: Mid-July to Sept

• Golden Fall to Pre-Winter: Oct to Nov

 

Watch our promo video here.