In the quiet corner of Pahalgam, nestled between pine trees and paths stretching down to the river Lidder, this luxury retreat, Pine & Peak also showcases an exquisite design that derives inspiration from local, traditional art, including wood carving and Kashmir's intricate tapestry. Perched atop the stunning Rajwas Plateau, the hotel's 66 rooms & suites spreading across a huge green lawn seemed cocooned in pine woods. One can lounge on the lawn's day beds and patio to gaze over the vast expanse of the Pahalgam valley while you're bound to listen to the gurgle of the river down and the relentless swishing of the leaves.
While Pahalgam has a lot to offer, the hotel doesn't fall behind either. As you watch the dawn break from the comfort of your bed or catch the final rays of the sun by the lawn, day time can be as eventful exploring nearby villages, alpine lakes and valleys and other day excursions happily customised by the hotel's concierge team.
Cosy rooms & Suites Open up to Picturesque Views
Each of its 66 rooms come decked in Kashmir tapestry and wooden furniture. The favourite corner is the stunning French window seating which guarantees a lookout to the surrounding and over to snow-capped mountains. The 3 and 4 BHK cottage with the living room is a peek into the Kashmiri vernacular architecture. The stunning embroidery-clad tapestry, carpeted floors, intricately carved wooded ceiling along with several knick-knacks, all speak loud of Kashmir's time tested heritage craft.
The reception area, the lounge spaces, sit outs, the Kashmiri store and three in-house restaurants — each celebrate Kashmiri design aesthetic. That means each corner you explore is interestingly instagrammable.
The Dining Promises Authentic Kashmiri Cuisine
Welcomhotel Pine & Peak by ITC Hotels has gained a reputation of serving the most delectable dishes in aid to the chefs utmost culinary precision. Even non-resident guests come to explore the dining at cafe Lolaab for its Wazwan platter served in traditional silverware and other Kashmiri dishes made from age-old secret family recipes. The menu spans from pan-indian, oriental to continental dishes. Who will not enjoy the alfresco meals under the endless starry sky, on the chilly night? Gulistan, the outdoor dinning makes it even more special with delectable barbecues on fire with an emphasis on the local, seasonal fare. Saahil Tea Lounge exudes a club vibe wherein you can enjoy the afternoon tea with some of your favorite sandwiches and small plates. Insider Tip: Don't ever miss the breakfast buffet.
Other Enriching Experiences For Resident Guests
Trekking & Pony Rides to enjoy the Outdoors
Pahalgam is enclosed by thickly rich pine woods, a beautiful carpet of green meadows, wild flowers and the white blanket of snow on Himalayan peaks. There are high altitude alpine lakes such as lakes, are sheshnag lake, tarsar lake ,marsar lake, Harbhugwan, basmai, Deodsar, tulian lake, Sorus, and some hidden lakes encompassed by high mountains. Welcomhotel Pine & Peak by ITC organises treks to such high altitude glacier lakes and pony rides to the Lidder valley. After all, Pahalgam is all about outdoors and now, you can explore them without evading the luxury living.
Picnic Lunch By The Lidder Or At Betaab Valley
The ride to the Aru valley and Betaab valley is one of the best that you can imagine. The road cut through Overa-Aru Wildlife Sanctuary, a region of densely wooded coniferous forest, a repository of rich bio-diversity. In the summers, between June -July there are designated spots for anglers as trout fishing is common and grows wild in these streams. The hotel arranges for picnic lunch by the Lidder or the Betaab valley for those adventurous outdoorsy kinds who want to enjoy lunch out on the mat by the river.
Soak up the local life
Hike through the villages up on the hills that often unfold the local traditions, art and lifestyle practises of the rural community. You can interact with the locals as a part of the tour that gives an insight into the ways of life in the valley of shepherd.
Hands-on mixology sessions & Outdoor Cooking
You could take private cooking classes with the chef and better they will arrange the cookery class outdoor at the backdrop of mountains. On a holiday you could also learn something new. At Pine and Peak, you have time to discover the world of cocktails and spirits and learn how to balance your own cocktail concoction under the guidance of expert mixologists.
For adventure seekers, outdoor activities like river rafting, cycling, mountain climbing and angling can also be arranged. While the property has in-house spa to rejuvenate the body after the day's activity, you can always ignore them and choose to laze on your private balcony amidst the verdant canopy of the giant pine trees and savour hot cups of Kashmiri Kahwa.
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