Glasshouse Celeste

This home accepts credit card payment only. “Cash & Points Payment” or “Points Payment” is not applicable. Featured in Architectural Digest’s article of 6 villas and hotels in Uttarakhand for a cosy winter break, s Glasshouse Celeste, is an uber-luxe, one-of-its-kind, 3-bedroom pet-friendly glass villa in Ranikhet, near Nainital that offers uninterrupted views of the snow-capped Himalayan peaks is your destination.  Easily accessible by NH 87, and sitting 4.5 hours from Pantnagar Airport, this sustainable home is built around the concept of glass pavilion architecture It is 90% solar-powered and has a 56,000-litre rainwater harvesting reservoir. This eco-friendly glasshouse is perfect for the eco-conscious and responsible travellers and takes the experience of luxury living to a whole new level - 4,500 ft above sea level, to be precise. The home gets its name from the multiple celestial references that dot the estate. From orbs inspired by planets that line the garden walkway, to the 5 Elements sunset point, the telescope and the glass roofs that provide unending views of the galaxy. This uber-luxe private villa in Uttarakhand is a testament to the Home Owners’ vision of a one-of-a-kind holiday home near Delhi.  A brisk walk on a lit-up stone pathway across the verdant lawns takes you to the bungalow. A short flight of stairs leads you to the living room dotted with remarkable artefacts like an antique catana and a propeller, an epoxy dining table and a sunken seating. There are 3 bedrooms with cantilevered beds and ensuite bathrooms. The room on the left offers the best sunrise view in the area, and the two rooms on the right are blessed with a spectacular sunset view. This home tops the bucket list as a gram-worthy villa for your feed. The rooms boast floor-to-ceiling glass windows, while the decadent bathrooms have hand-crafted marble bathtubs with radiant skylights. A bubble bath under a star-lit sky… it’s luxury within your reach. The terrace offers 360° views of the Kumaon hills, often laced with snow. Find yourself captivated by the beauty of the Greater Himalayas that can be seen from the verandahs. Our courteous staff can set up a romantic moonlit dinner or a celebratory sundowner here (on request). You can also indulge in lip-smacking meals, along with delicious tandoori preparations hand-crafted by our professional chef at the valley-view pergola in the lush garden. A glass steam room on the lawns, an elegant fountain setting, and a deck that offers the best sunset views in the Himalayas - it’s luxury with a dash of glamour. And if you’re looking for something more, explore a yoga session in the serene garden, challenge your gang to a game of snooker, bring out the archer in you, laze on the swing, pick farm-fresh veggies from the organic garden or visit the Ramganga river for an early morning trek. Forget about Wi-Fi and meetings, make a trip here to truly disconnect from city life.