Britisher, Major Swetenham, built the Cloud End Bungalow in 1838 for his beautiful mountain bride. Her father, a local 'Zamindar', had gifted the estate to him as dowry. It is a total lifestyle change. If there is the opportunity to indulge in pastimes such as horse safaris, trekking and other adventure activities. The resort harvests rainwater, uses solar and wind power, to meets its needs, besides having a regular power connection. You can gaze at the 250 kilometers long panoramic view of Himalayan snow peaks, wonder at the sparkling beauty of the Doon Valley at night, and visit the Jwala Devi temple or the 'Benog' mountain quail wildlife sanctuary, even take a peek at the neighboring Estate of the legendary George Everest.
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