Reviewed 15 October 2013
tarunjoshi63
Mumbai,India
Imagine acres of remote forest in the hills and a river flowing by. Now imagine a resort in the midst of this setting, styled like a village dwelling and yet offering all modern comforts including high-speed internet. Imagine trekking through a mountain river to reach a remote, virtually inaccessible waterfall into a clear water pool. Now imagine going back to a hot water bath, bar-be-que dinner and a comfortable, well-made bed…. My first impressions of Soulitude by the riverside — where nature and comforts co-exist in total harmony !!!
Right from the time we set foot on a suspension bridge and began a half-an-hour walk to the property, magic began to unfold peaking to a new high as we reached this wonderful resort. The natural beauty simply took our breath away. But this beauty and nature takes a new dimension as the very friendly staff ensures you have the time of your life. We were pampered to amazing food and then to the most memorable trek to the magical Pari-tal — An isolated clear-water pool, embellished by a waterfall. According to local folklore, the apsaras (heavenly fairies) congregate here on full moon night !! As the night fell, the magic of this place was even more enhanced. The pitch dark environment was broken by gentle floor lights and the only thing interfering with the sounds of the mountain river was the orchestra created by the crickets. And I for one didn’t know that the sky had so many stars.
The rooms have all the comforts one can think of and more. And the organic farms are a delight, not just from a gastronomical viewpoint but also from the way they blend in to the natural surroundings. The very friendly manager will ensure you have a great time outdoors and indoors. We were treated to some great food in the rustic outdoor settings and a river swim just about completed the experience.
The only regret however was that we didn’t have enough time. Two days seemed too short. And that’s why we are planning to be back here very soon.
Stayed October 2013,travelled as a couple.