Vatsalyam Home Stay

Vatsayalam homestay is a true home away from home. My husband and I were looking for a quiet place to read and work and couldn't have found a better option. It was exactly the way it was shown in the picture. Neat, clean, and cozy. If you want some peace from the city noises, this is a place to stay :). You can also see several beautiful birds while sipping your tea or coffee. The place is around 8 km from the Shimla main town, but it is easily accessible with taxis. There are also buses. The area is residential and safe. Asheesh, the host, was very helpful and answered our requests very promptly. We also had great conversations with Asheesh and his father. They were very respectful of our space. We would definitely like to stay here again.

The room is clean. The host is very warm and helpful. Welcomed us with a breakfast. Suggested us famous places to go. Arranged for Cabs. Even dropped us to nearby temple. And to top it all, a parting gift!

The trip to Shimla is always exciting and if the quality of your accommodation and food is excellent, what more can one ask for ? Our one week’s stay at Vatsalyam residences this June ensured that we had one of the most memorable stay of our life. Situated barely 3 km from the city’s busy hub of Mall Road in the sylvan surroundings of a Cedar forest, the transformation is eclectic to say the least. You suddenly feel one with the nature and at peace. The property is newly built and very well furnished. The view from every room is fulsome and one could gaze for hours at the vast view. Five out of seven famous hills of Shimla can be seen in one sweep of eyes. The big, airy and sunny rooms with modern bathrooms having 24-hour hot water provision, are most comfortable. The crisp, clean linen and towels make you feel secure in a homely environment . The finger lickable food , cooked lovingly by the hostesses, and served in utmost hygienic environment, is a delight. Don’t hesitate to ask for delicately flavoured Dalia (porridge) and stuffed paranthas. Last but not the least - THE Shardas. A wonderful family with perfect amalgamation of what Himachal, its people and culture stands for. Humble to the core and affectionate in nature, they ensure that you feel like part of their extended family. And , of course, UNO - their pet dog. Whether you are a pet lover or hater, you dare not ignore him. I challenge you to try to avoid him and not get won over by his innocent looks and pleading eyes. Mrs R Sharma and Dr S.K. Sharma, New Delhi

I recently had the pleasure of staying at Vatsalyam, a homestay in Shimla, and it was truly an incredible experience. The scenery was absolutely stunning, with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Aseesh and his family, the hosts of the homestay, were incredibly welcoming and helpful, making us feel right at home. The room and kitchen were exceptionally well-maintained and clean, with all the amenities we needed for a comfortable stay. The homestay was located in a sub-urban area, which provided a peaceful and relaxing environment away from the noise of the city center. Aseesh and his family were always available to answer any questions we had and to provide us with recommendations for places to visit in the surrounding area. They were incredibly knowledgeable about the local culture and made us feel like we were a part of the community during our stay. The surrounding area was also very clean and well-maintained, which added to the overall feeling of comfort and relaxation during our stay. Overall, I highly recommend Vatsalyam to anyone looking for a beautiful and peaceful escape in Shimla. Aseesh and his family were wonderful hosts, and the well-maintained and clean room and kitchen made our stay even more enjoyable. We felt right at home and would definitely return in the future. And as an ending note Uno we miss you.

'Vatsalyam' as the name suggests, is the exact feeling one gets after a homely stay in the valleys of Shimla. Not to miss the most fascinating part of the entire stay, it's wide coverage of balcony cum terrace area. The love and respect that we got from the entire Sharda family made us feel at ease and home. The most delicious part it's home-made food was just the cherry on the cake. With so much of perfection and cleanliness it was served with so much of love and care. Uncle, Aunty, Asheeshbhai and Ma'am were perfect hosts of our entire stay. Not to forget the most integral part of the family it's pet UNO... again as the name suggests all the family members are at their best and Number one to serve.

We had a wonderful stay. Located close to Mall Road. The hosts of this Homestay were extremely helpful and friendly. The apartment is spacious and warm. The rooms were well maintained and had stunning views!