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.
When you enter the gates of Abbotsford, Prasada Bhawan, Nainital, you’ll know what we mean. When you step into the house, your heart might skip back a century even as your brain chides you for being silly. With the charming setting of a 19th century period drama all around, you can’t help but slowly seep into a character from that age.
21st century Nainital is bustling, frenzied and noisy. And yet Abbotsford has been standing for a century and a half, exuding the same old world warmth, charm and elegance. Right from when it was built in 1876 by an Englishman called John Hope Simpson, Esquire of the Indian Civil Service in the erstwhile United Province of Agra and Oudh, through 1903 when it was taken over by the Prasada, till now, when the fourth generation of the family have re-imagined the place as an exquisite boutique destination.
Awaiting you at the original Abbotsford House, the quaint Wordsworth Cottage and the newly opened Apsley House are beautifully appointed rooms and suites, impeccable service, the best culinary experience in Nainital, utterly rewarding heritage walks, treks and birding tours curated by experts, a slice of grassroots Uttarakhand – it’s life, art and culture and above all, the goose-bumpy feeling of reliving history luxury mountain getaways near Delhi.
Give yourself a break, and experience the real Nainital in a way only a select few can best 5 star hotel in Nainital.
We welcome you to “Abbotsford, Prasada Bhawan, Nainital”.
Sing me a song, Of a land o’er the yon, where time, shrouded in mist, whispers, here I might belong.
A 145 year old Heritage home; The Sentinel of Nainital
House & History
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.
Dining Experiences
Rose hall, the indoor formal dining room which reminds one of an era gone by is open only to the inhouse guests. Café Chica is the garden café at Abbotsford which is open to anyone who wants to visit and enjoy the surroundings and the delicious food off the café Chica menu.
Café Chica
Quaint surroundings, Comfort food, Alfresco dining with stunning views of the mountains, Café 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 café. If you are group who wants to book in advance the café also offers an authentic Kumaon meal Abbotsford Prasada Bhawan.
Additional features
Garden Café : Café Chica
Outdoor spaces with sit outs
Lounges in the main Abbotsford house and the new boutique wing Apsley house
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
Abbotsford 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 number 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 cottage 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, Kils bury, Acorn and Cheena luxury resorts in Nainital.
Experiences
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 best 5 star hotel in Nainital.
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 Luxury Hotels in Nainital.
Birding
Abbotsford is tucked away in the quiet part of Nainital from where the Bird Sentry begins! Walk through he forests and spot the Khaleej Pheasant, barking deer or the leopard if you’re lucky!
Location
Nearest Railway Stn – Kathgodam ,35 Kms, 50 min drive
Nearest Airport -Pantnagar ,71 Kms , 2 hrs drive
Nainital Mall Road, 2 Kms, 15 min walk
Corbett National Park , 60 Kms, 1.5 hrs drive
Delhi Airport- 300 Kms, 6.5 hrs drive
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An Outstanding Charming Heritage property
I don’t post reviews often, but I feel it would be unfair not to review one of the most surreal experiences I have had, that left me mesmerized and spellbound. I chanced upon Abbotsford as the booking was done by my Brother-in-law for the long 2nd October holiday, and boy was I glad. Abbotsford Prasada Bhawan Family home stay Nainital
Splendid and Charming English lodge – Only for ones with exclusive taste and class
“We are a family of 3, and stayed at Wordsworth Suite from 13th – 16th June.
To start from the beginning, we were expecting this lodge to be like any other cottage/ hotel. However, it beats all our expectations
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