Tree of Life Grand Oak Manor Binsar

We were all female group from 6 yr old to 70 yr. From booking till last day we were taken care . We went for another half day trip and hotel staff made sure my mother is taken care of. It's old and beautiful charming hotel and staff makes yr stay memorable. They made sure we are safe and enjoy it. Things to note # Please only come if u r coming for view and peace. # It's not an accessible place and something like time to enter the sanctuary is government orders and so is road maintenance. Reach before the sun sets. # has no power line so everything runs on solar. Don't expect 24/7 hot warm water. There is time on it and frankly it didn't affect us. # food is excellent and they are accommodating # I just hope the owner of the place takes more care of it It's very beautiful and I hope more money is put in to make it more beautiful. # leave yr vehicle below and someone will pick u in their 4x4. Please let them do that. There is no road for 600m. # for people coming with drivers. There is a cafe with commodation just below the hotel. Hotel staff can help to book that place.

Quiet, remote, peaceful, old style Manor House with remnants of British artefacts and service. Very helpful and attentive staff. You can expect a good breakfast of eggs, bread and maybe paranthas. They can make some local kumaoni dishes too. Do try their chilli eggs for snacks.

We stayed here in March 2023 It’s a quaint heritage British time property Access is but tricky The staff is very well trained and courteous Food was amazing The views and location are secluded but quite impressive The do have a huge library and games collection Network can be issued at times

The old house serves as a constant amongst the ever-changing hills, providing a perennial home amid such transformation. Our journey from Delhi to Kathgodam via the Shatabdi train was a delight. The subsequent journey from Kathgodam railway station to the Grand Oak Manor was nothing short of thrilling. Despite encountering a forest fire and a thunderstorm on the day of our arrival, which resulted in prolonged driving for five hours, our family pressed on, aided by a forest ranger and with reassurances from Mr. Rajan. On reaching our destination, we were greeted by Kailash who took us in the I Suzu for bumpy ride of 600 meters toward the Manor. We found ourselves instantly charmed by the warm welcome and generous hospitality. After receiving a warm reception, which included drinks, we were shown to our rooms. We opted for the Mountain View room, which offered a breathtaking depiction of the Nanda Devi mountain range. The Grand Oak Manor is an unforgettable destination lying within the Binsar Forest Reserve in Uttarakhand. This historical colonial residence, once the home of Sir Henry Ramsay, Commissioner of Kumaon, has been restored to embrace its original grandeur. During our three-night stay, we utilized two rooms. In total, there are four rooms on the first floor, strategically situated near the inviting restaurant and sunset lounge. Additionally, there are another seven or eight rooms on the ground floor. Interestingly, the manor operates on solar power. Consequently, hot water supply is only available from 7pm to 11am. Despite this limitation, we understood and respected the constraints associated with this remote location. Even meal requests need to be placed at least two to three hours in advance, to ensure the food is prepared fresh as per our preferences. The cuisine was simple, homely and gastronomically delightful. The daily high tea ritual was always a treat, complete with a homemade cake and delicious plum jam. Our early morning bird-watching sessions, led by an experienced and humble naturalist, Mr. Ram Singh, were informative and entertaining. We were fortunate to spot a plethora of birds and even heard a leopard's call. On the subsequent day, we embarked on an adventurous 6.5 km trek to Zero Point saw yellow-throated marten , barking deer birds, adhering to the adage, no pain, no gain. Every evening, we were provided with a hot bag and hot water in a flask. We were particularly impressed with the well-trained staff, specifically Pankaj, Ganesh, and Kailash who went above and beyond to accommodate my family. Without a doubt, we are looking forward to our next visit.

Absolutely stunning location and property. The staff was very polite and courteous. The food was great.

Located in the middle of nowhere this place is a hidden gem. The location, views, sunrise and sunset views, hiking trails everything is breathtaking! The staff is super courteous and efficient. We felt so well looked after. Highly recommend this place, must visit.