賓薩爾野生動物保護區生命之樹大橡樹莊園酒店的評價

End of March drove upto Binsar and stayed inside the Wild Life Sanctuary at Tree of Life Grand Oak Manor. The approach is a little difficult but once you reach the property, you thank yourself for having the belief in Incredible India's Great bounty of Natural beauty in all its serenity. The Property is an old British Bungalow run by a private hotel chain and now with majority stake taken over by a reputed Indian Hotel Chain. The property sits atop the hill, with a 360 degree open view. On the south side you see the rolling hills of Uttarakhand while on the Northern side you await the screen to be lifted to expose the Great Himalayan ranges snow covered and shining in resplendent glory. It's a comfort, heritage property with a unique unparalleled location. Don't expect luxury, but do expect Heritage. With the acquisition of majority stake by a reputed luxury hotel chain, I do believe that improvements and upkeep of the place will come about in due course of time. The property exudes Old world charm at every step you take inside its premises. It has only a few rooms, but all the rooms are very large and well appointed with modern creature comforts . It has an excellent lounge with sofas and reading material and a lovely dining room with a view of the hills and woods beyond the glass windows. The Staff are extremely courteous and helpful. Food at the restaurant although a tad too pricey, is very tasty and served with great care by the staff. And finally the View is what will definitely take your breath away, every time you let your vision free amongst the nature all around. The lush green Tree covers, the Blue skies, the snow clad mountain ranges and the peace and quietness of the place really gets to your mind and makes you feel good. Thanks Grand Oak Manor team. You really made it all the more worth the while with your warmth and courtesy

A property worthy of a 5* rating just got downgraded by me because of the HORRENDOUS approach road! Because it is within the Binsar Bird sanctuary, as it is the sanctuary road from the gate to the 'Simba' cafe is bad - then , though they send their own 4X4 jeep to transport you up, the road for the last 600 Mts. is like a rocky stream-bed! guaranteed to displace a spinal disc or two. The property itself is beautiful, the old home of a lord-sahib, and perched atop a great location. Rooms are spread over two floors, the dining area being on the upper floor. there are sit-outs and balconies eerywhere, and the grounds offer beautiful views as well. The hotel has access to the Binsar bird and national parks as well. It is now probably going to be taken over by the Taj (Seleqtions) group, and is already upto 'Taj standards' as far as the rooms, their build and upkeep - as well as the dining facilities go. The staff show impeccable hospitality, are well trained and knowledgeable. The 'kitchen' knows its stuff, especially about Pahadi/Kumaoni food. The views are great - even though the star of Binsar , NandaDevi, is hidden. Sunrises and sunsets are spectacular, and worth taking 'time-off' for!

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.

weather was surprisingly good in April and the ambience around & of the Manor was perfect to pair with. Food was hygienic and tasty. definitely recommend. Rooms are clean and properly maintained. helpful staff. Better to take cars with 4by4 tires if taking own car.

Great place to stay! Book it if you want a peaceful stay, away from the city! For food, vegetarian options are much better than the non-veg!

This property has a warm ambience and a mellow feel that belongs to days gone by. It's a semi Heritage property with memorabilia from the days of British Raj. An excellent and courteous team of staff members looks after you so well. Food was excellent The tranquility and views may you wish you could extend your stay for some more days .

The staff is courteous. Location is definitely awe-amazing. Always a delight to be here.

Property is excellent. Food and service is very good. Only drawback is approach

Great hospitality! Amazing staff that hosted us. Food was really nice, we had amazing dining experience

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.

Overall excellent stay. The hospitality was really good. The property is beautiful and very tastefully done - retaining the vintage charm. The stay offers an excellent sunset and sunrise view. The last 600 m of the road is pretty bad and the hotel provides free pick up and drop in their 4x4 vehicle. The last 3 kms in the national park is slightly bad too and would need a car with good clearance - however the property is in constant touch and provides guidance and support as needed. Overall a great stay and would love to go again.

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