Affordable Gowdahalli Forest Homestay: Experience the Best of Sakleshpur

Gowdahalli Forest Homestay

Location: Mudigere, Sakleshpur

Nestled among the stunning coffee estates of Sakleshpur, the Gowdahalli Forest Homestay is a serene—even sometimes, exhilarating—retreat. Near Mudigere, this homestay marries the natural beauty of the Western Ghats with interiors as restful as any resort. And it accomplishes that on a budget, which is why it's a top recommendation for anyone considering a homestay in Sakleshpur.

About the Homestay

Gowdahalli Forest Homestay rests in the coffee estate of Gowdhalli, between the towns of Mudigere and Sakleshpur, and at an elevation of approximately 4,000 feet. Nestled in the hill range of Chikmagalur and Sakleshpur, this homestay boasts some of the most breathtaking and pristine scenery in the Western Ghats—land that is unmarred by development.

Amenities

Accommodation

The homestay's two private cottages each contain two rooms. Designed to accommodate five people per room, the spaces come with attached washrooms. And while the nearby paddy fields and coffee plantations hold the undivided attention of the splendid rooms, they are not the only reason to recommend a stay in the cottages.

Meals

• Beverages to welcome you when you get there.
• Breakfast.
• Lunch.
• Snacks.
• Dinner.

We serve each of these in a traditional Malnad style, featuring both vegetarian and non-vegetarian preparations.

Activities and facilities

• Campfire: Enjoy an evening beneath the stars beside a flickering campfire.
• Car Parking: All of your vehicles will fit here with space to spare.
• Indoor Pastimes: Play Carrom, Chess, and Cards—simple or elaborate, time-consuming or constitutional.
• Outdoor Sports: Get muddy in the mud volleyball pit. Engage in a duel of wits while playing Shuttle.
• Take a whack at the national pastime in our cricket field, or do some other sport during your stay.
• Coffee Estate Walk: Enjoy a self-guided walk through our coffee estate.
• Stream Swimming: We have a shallow section of river for your enjoyment.
• Bird Watching/Birding: You can tour our area with a naturalist or by yourself.
• Hill Trekking: We will take you on a guided trek to Shishila Gudda and other nearby cliffs.
• Archery and Target Shooting: We have a range.

Price

The cost of the homestay is Rs. 2000 per person per day, which includes all the amenities and activities listed.

Places to Visit

Beautifully positioned, the homestay is conveniently close to many popular destinations. These include:

• Bettada Bhairaveshwara Temple (8 kilometers)
• Pandavara Gudda (9 kilometers)
• Magajahalli Falls, 9 kilometers.
• Nanya Bhairaweshwara Temple (9 kilometers)
• Etthina Buja/Shishila Gudda : 9 kilometers
• Kalabhairaveshwara Temple (13 kilometers)
• Devaramane View Point, 13 kilometers.
• Jenukallu Gudda/Peak: 14 kilometers.
• Manjarabad Fort (32 kilometers)
• Belur Chennakeshava Temple - 39 kilometers
• Yagachi Water Adventure Sports (46 kilometers)

How to Reach

Gowdahalli Forest Homestay is situated near all principal urban centers, including Bangalore, Mysore, and Mangalore. The following are the approximate distances from the homestay to those cities:

• Mudigere: 15 kms
• Sakleshpur: 30 km
• Chikmagalur: 45 kms
• Mangalore: 125 kms
• Mysore: 190 kms
• Bangalore: 250 kms

Booking Procedure

To confirm your booking, an advance payment of 50% is required. Before transferring this amount, please call or email to check on the availability of the accommodation. Once assured that the accommodation is available, it will be blocked for your use, and you'll receive confirmation via email.

Gowdahalli Forest Homestay offers the perfect mix of comfort and adventure, set within truly stunning natural beauty. Its location in the Western Ghats is tough to beat, and the vibe here is so homely that you'll forget you're just a few hours into what is sure to be your adventure in the Sakleshpur region of Karnataka.