The rustic eco-conscious lodge subtly brings alive the vernacular architecture of the region.  Modelled on village homes from the surrounding areas - sloping baked-earth roofs and simple but ethnic furnishings. The forest has been left to claim its spaces and only a small part has been cleared to set up 14 cottages and 4 rooms in the lodge. 

Paths lead through roughly hewn lanes to your cottages as well as to interesting sit outs for people to sit together chat, colour or play games. The central golghar is where most of the meals are served which extends as a sitting lounge. This is the typical lodge design with the central dining and common spaces with cottages and rooms on the side. The whole vibe is of a forest lodge where the forest, birds and smaller mammals are just outside your door, or by your generous window. Night times are specially exciting in the lodge, lit with oil lamps and candles, it looks like the galaxy has decended from the heavens. 

There are a total of 18 rooms; 8 superior cottages, 6 deluxe cottages and 4 Rooms in the Villa - all of which are equipped with ensuite bathrooms. The rooms of all categories are simplistic with uncluttered spaces and beautiful handloom furnishings. Interesting willdife photographs adorn the walls. Six of the deluxe cottages have a private patio that face the Buffer Zone, the open out through large and wide doors, allowing you to sit on the generous patio, while you can hear birds and critters around you at all times. If you are lucky you may spot a mongoose or a civet, thanks to the wilderness that has been left alone to flourish. 

Dining

The property offers a range of choices - snacks, local cuisine, continental and world cuisine so that all palates are satisfied at all times. From soups to Biryani's there is no shortage of options. A lot of the ingredients are sourced locally, including from the kitchen garden on the lodge. Recently the focus has been more on farm to table experiences which can be seen in the freshly cooled that are served to our guests. The Dining leads into the lounge where there is a wide collection of book, tribal art and tapestries can be seen on the nooks and walls. 

There are a range of specially curated experiences the property has to offer, from village walks to safaris, bird watching to culinary classes, camp fires, outdoor dining,  photography and cultural activities. Jeep Safaris to the national park is usually through the Tala gate, and presently the possibility of seeing the Tiger in the wild. 

The well trained naturlists do not just show you the tiger, they are also able to take you thorough the habitat, while pointing to the indigenous trees and climner explaining their worth to the forest and also thier uses for humans. It is surprising how much we derive from the forest hence conservation at its best is also perservation of ourselves. 

As per the touchstones:

No Single Use Plastic

Safe Garbage Disposal

Water Conservation

Energy Efficiency

Nature and Biological Diversity Conservation

Local Community Engagement

Light Footprint Tourism

Sensitive Destination Discovery

Heritage Preservation

The Human Touch