Abbotsford Prasada Bhawan a little nook in the woods that time left unmolested. Even for 145 years. While the rest of the town has marched on and bowed to the dictates of commerce, burgeoning populations and livelihoods, this proud little estate still stands as a sentinel of a bygone era, a relic of simpler, pristine times.
The main Abbotsford House is a four chimney cottage with red roofs and old-fashioned fireplaces. Interiors are a taste full mix of high wooden ceilings; tinned roof and pinewood flooring that give the perfect feel of the classic mountain house. At Abbotsford nature stands in all its pristine and undisturbed glory. A perfect heritage destination for the ardent traveler, come enjoy the house’s history and hospitality in the lap of nature Best hotels in Nainital. The main house has a grand living room, a dining room, a lounge with a library and 5 bedrooms out of which 4 are open for guests. The Heritage property is on 3 acres of private estate which is owned by the Prasada family.
Abbotsford estate has 11 rooms in different blocks on 3 acres of private estate located in a quiet corner of the bustling city of Nainital
ABBOTSFORT HOUSE
Abbotsford is the oldest heritage wing and the suites and luxury rooms and suites are designed in the old architectural fashion full of natural light. Antique and contemporary furniture compliments the contrasting textured walls of the rooms. This is perfect for those who love the old world charm of a quintessential mountain home. The total numbers of rooms are 5 out of which 4 have been opened up for guests; Kings room, Princess Room, Crown Room and Juliet Room. All the rooms are on the first floor other than the crown room which is on the ground floor luxury romantic mountain getaways.
WORDSWORTH COTTAGE
Wordsworth Cottage is 3 room cottages with 2 standard inter-connected rooms, Hill room 1 & 2, on the ground floor and a large luxury Suite, Wordsworth Suite, on the first floor. This is perfect for families with children. All the rooms are independent of each other for those who are looking for just one or two rooms in this block.
APSLEY HOME
Apsley House is the new boutique wing with 4 bedrooms and a private drawing room and two lounges designed on the same lines as the main house Abbotsford. The old world charm of pine wood floors, wooden ceilings, colonial furniture, art and artifacts adorn the design space. The first and second floor have 2 rooms each out of which two are twin bedded and two are double bedded ; Cliffs, Kilbury, Acorn and Cheena.
All rooms are individually heated. Tea/coffee makers, Bathrooms are decorated with colorful Vietri tiles. All have a shower and are scented with the essence of products of Forest Essentials. Wi-Fi access is there in the common area.
Rose hall
The indoor formal dining room which reminds one of an era gone by is open only to the in-house guests.
Caf? Chica
It is the garden caf? at Abbotsford which is open to anyone who wants to visit and enjoy the surroundings and the delicious food off the caf? Chica menu. Quaint surroundings, Comfort food, Alfresco dining with stunning views of the mountains, Caf? Chica is rated as one of the best places to eat in Nainital. Open to walk-ins, the menu offers some delicious bakes and roasts along with some Indian delicacies as well as fresh salads and Pastas amongst other family recipes?Perfect to spend an afternoon with a book in hand and a freshly brewed coffee from the caf?. Caf? also offers an authentic Kumaon meal Abbotsford Prasada Bhawan.
Activities, Experiences & Excursions
Culinary
Abbotsford’s culinary experiences take you on a gastronomical ride through the local Kumauni delicacies to the family recipes from ears while Oudh. Come eat with us under the stars, around a bonfire or deep in the forest for a cookout.
Walks
Abbotsford’s team of naturalists, authors, social workers, take you on these magical walks curated closely to keep you in sync with nature and the wild. Those looking for heritage from the days of the Raj, there are trails that take you to homes of Jim Corbett and the Governor’s house ? a miniature of the Windsor Castle.
Festivals
Abbotsford is a patron for literature, music & Arts in the region. From curating Himalayan Echoes ? The Kumaon Festival of Literature & Arts, music festivals and landscape painting experiences, we take you on a cultural tour of the region heritage hotel in Nainital.
Art
Abbotsford and areas around it are perfect for landscape painting. The scenery changes color and form as the seasons come by?a treat retreat for artists looking for the perfect Rhododendron or the imposing Himalayas.
Sport
Nainital is the summer capital of the North with an imposing lake that was discovered by the English on their may treks to discover the land of the Gods. It is the highest altitude sailing lake in Asia
Birding
Abbotsford is tucked away in the quiet part of Nainital from where the Bird Sentry begins! Walk through the forests and spot the Khaleej Pheasant, barking deer or the leopard if you’re lucky!
Nearby attractions: Pangot, Nainital, Sattal, Bhimtal, Naukuchiyatal
