Glen View Heritage Homestay

Forest Hill Road Lower Jakhoo, 171001 Shimla, India – Great location - show map

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Glen View Heritage Homestay

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9.0
Scored 9
Superb
Rated superb
18 reviews
  • Houses
  • Kitchen
  • City view
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony

Located in Shimla, in a historic building, 7.5 km from Victory Tunnel, Glen View Heritage Homestay is a recently renovated villa with a garden and shared lounge. This property offers access to a terrace, table tennis, free private parking and free WiFi. Guests can make use of the outdoor fireplace or the children's playground, or enjoy views of the mountain and city. The units are equipped with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, oven, a kettle, a walk-in shower, a hair dryer and a desk. All units have a private bathroom with free toiletries, while selected rooms include a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave. At the villa complex, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the villa provides a selection of packed lunches. For guests with children, Glen View Heritage Homestay offers an indoor play area. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the accommodation. The Ridge, Shimla is 1.6 km from Glen View Heritage Homestay, while Jakhoo Gondola is 2.3 km away. The nearest airport is Simla, 28 km from the villa, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Games room

Children's playground

Table tennis

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 4:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 5:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 6:
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom :
1 double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.9
Location
8.6
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Priyanka
    India India
    “Amazing experience and the food was really tasty. Overall service was top notch , we would highly recommend everyone”
  • Maz
    Australia Australia
    “I loved the ambience and old world British era of this quaint villa built in 1840. Beautifully presented with lovely timber furniture and tasteful decor. Set in a VIP zone on Jackoo Hill set in the pine trees. We had a fabulous BBQ dinner with a...”
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The property is extremely well located with a scenic twenty minute walk into centralShimla. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. The room and our additional lounge area were both really well maintained and very attractive . The food...”
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Glen View Heritage Homestay Prop Rajan Vohra

Company review score: 9.3Based on 17 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Glen View was built around the mis 1800s, A 160-year-old British Bungalow, the erstwhile residence of JOHN WALSH till 1861, and later that of the Administrator General /viceroy of Bengal till 1906. It is located on the main Jakhoo hill Of Shimla about 5 minutes’ walk from the Ridge/Mall Road. Our immediate neighbours are the CMs Residence and the Raj Bhawan, apart from MLA Bunglows, Hotel Woodville Palace and Radha Swami Satsang. The total Area of the Estate is about 1 Acre. The main house, which was recently renovated, is a single storey Bungalow spread over 10000 Sq Ft. consists of 7 bedrooms with attached baths and dressing rooms, living rooms, Drawing- and-Dining Room, along with Kitchen/Store/Utility areas .

Property information

Shimla's magnificent hills and mystical woods host the heritage homestay of Glen View. This villa houses 6 comfortable, spacious rooms with wooden old-charm interiors, yet all modern luxuries. There are plenty of indoor activities like table tennis, carrom, darts and board games, while you can also enjoy the outdoors with badminton, roller-skating and cycling. The villa's location also allows you to enjoy tourist attractions like Jakhoo Temple, Christ Church, The Ridge and of course, Mall Road.

Neighbourhood information

- This villa is conveniently located in Lower Jakhoo, Forest Hill Road, Shimla. - Guests can opt for activities such as forest walks, or visit the famous Mall Road for shopping. - Some nearby attractions include the Jakhoo Temple, Christ Church and The Ridge. Getting Around &Transportation: The local Mall Road shopping street is located at a distance of 1 km. - Distance from Jubbarhatti Airport is – Approx. 25 km. - Distance from Shimla Interstate Bus Terminus is – Approx. 9 km. - Distance from Shimla Railway Station is – Approx. 6 km. Apart from these convenient routes, the guests can also drive down to the villa, as this property has ample amount of parking space.

Languages spoken

English,Hindi

Property surroundings

Facilities of Glen View Heritage Homestay
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Fold-up bed
  • Electric blankets
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Common areas
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Games room
Food & Drink
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Packed lunches
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Badminton equipment
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Table tennis
Outdoor & View
  • City view
  • Mountain view
  • View
Transport
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Car hire
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Children's playground
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Hindi

House rules
Glen View Heritage Homestay takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of Rs. 5,000 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. That's about £47. This will be collected by PayPal. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via PayPal, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
Rs. 1,500 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressMastercardCash
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Glen View Heritage Homestay in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

As a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

A damage deposit of Rs. 5,000 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by PayPal. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via PayPal, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Glen View Heritage Homestay

  • Glen View Heritage Homestay is 0.7 miles from the centre of Shimla. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Glen View Heritage Homestay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Glen View Heritage Homestay (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

    • 12 guests
    • 2 guests
    • 3 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Glen View Heritage Homestay on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Glen View Heritage Homestay on this page.

  • Check-in at Glen View Heritage Homestay is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Yes, Glen View Heritage Homestay is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Glen View Heritage Homestay (subject to availability). These have:

    • 1 bedroom
    • 6 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Glen View Heritage Homestay offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Games room
    • Table tennis
    • Evening entertainment
    • Bicycle rental
    • Badminton equipment