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Saino-The Heritage, Bungalow no.3, Takdah

Takdah / Peshok (NE) · Darjeeling

Takdah Cantt.,P.O.Takdah, Siri Gaon, Hum Tukdah Khasmahal, West Bengal 734222, India

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3.95
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Ranked #294 in Darjeeling· #334 of 1,284 overall

Last scored Sep 12, 2026

Confidence tier: limited How we score

Scored from 29 guest reviews in the last 24 months.Range: Oct 24, 2024 - Sep 2, 2026.How we score

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The Five Pillars

Shelter

medium confidence3.8 / 5
"Guests appreciate the spacious colonial rooms, fireplaces, and historic charm, but multiple reviews cite monsoon dampness, wet carpets on the ground floor, occasional insect issues, and inconsistent linen quality."

Water

low confidence3.8 / 5
"Toilets are reported to be clean, but direct feedback regarding running water pressure and geyser/hot water reliability is scarce in the sample."

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Hearth

medium confidence4.9 / 5
"Hospitality is exceptional; guests consistently praise hosts Mr. and Mrs. Moktan along with staff members Biren and Niran for warm service and delicious, healthy home-cooked meals."

Path

low confidence4.0 / 5
"The property offers on-site parking and a tranquil hill retreat setting, though specific details regarding road conditions and the last-mile approach are minimally discussed."

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View

medium confidence4.7 / 5
"Offers picturesque scenery including surrounding valleys, tea gardens, pine forests, views of a sea of clouds, and a monastery situated just above the property."

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Google rating

4.7

Based on 174 Google reviews

Recent reviews

Google's AI summary · aggregated over all 174 reviews

Visitors say this guest house offers cozy rooms, delicious food, and a peaceful atmosphere with stunning views of the surrounding tea gardens and mountains. They also highlight the charming and serene environment, the helpful staff, and the unique experience of staying in a heritage property.

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Rathin Biswas

Sep 2, 2026

Food and Service are phenomenal- great views even in monsoon. Biren and Niran are great staffers ! Keep up the quality. Will be back.

Logan Nehring

Jul 25, 2026

What a beautiful experience! The hosts and staff were extremely helpful and attentive. The home-cooked food was amazing as well. There is a great view of the surrounding hills and valleys. I highly recommend this place if you are looking for a peaceful mountain retreat from the hustle and bustle.

Mustaque Ahmed

Jul 11, 2026

Excellent location and hospitality Need more cleaning the facilities Lots of insect and bugs in monsoon season

ASH

Jul 9, 2026

Is in a beautiful location but we found a lot of spiders and other insects in the room

Advocate Kuntall Ghoshal

Jun 12, 2026

This is a good stay at Takdha, must stay here for enjoy the nature...!!

Dhrubajyoti Dasgupta

Jun 9, 2026

Beutiful place for stay.

Debakar Sarkhel

Jun 1, 2026

We spent 2 lovely nights at Saino The Heritage Bungalow No. 3 during our North Bengal trip last week. It was a cozy and comfortable stay with a wonderful old British bungalow vibe. The hosts were very welcoming, and the food was delicious. A perfect place to relax and enjoy the heritage charm. Highly recommended! 😊

RUNA DAS BHATTACHARYA

May 24, 2026

Recently we visited the place.Located away from all noise and crowd ,you can enjoy amazing nature around. It is a L shaped building..one wing ( Ground floor) ..rooms are very small and damp..and if it rains even carpet is wet. Linen maintenance is not good at all..we had to change pillows with black marks and old smell. Other wing with bigger rooms are 4 bedroom and owners residence. Staff were very decent and helful Food was good and simple Knowing all facts,if you want to book ..do direct booking With all terms and conditions in writing

Arindam Ghosal

Apr 26, 2026

Great location with parking available. Stayed with my family for 2 days—had an amazing experience. The owner and staff were very warm and welcoming, and even the two dogs added to the charm. Beautifully maintained property with a lovely garden. There’s a monastery just above, and you can enjoy peaceful morning walks in the nearby forest with stunning views from the compound. They have both heritage and newly built rooms—any option is a great choice. Highly recommended!

Babua Santra

Dec 28, 2025

Best location, Best food , One of the best property. Great hospitality...

Fazle Ahmed

Oct 3, 2025

Heritage Bungalow No. 3 (A Step Back in Time) ​Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) ​Bungalow No. 3 in Takdah offers an incredibly unique and tranquil heritage stay. This colonial structure, dating back to the British cantonment era (around 1905–1915), perfectly captures the old-world charm that Takdah is famous for. ​The rooms are spacious, featuring high ceilings and traditional colonial decor. We especially appreciated the option of the suite rooms, which come with a cozy fireplace—an absolute necessity during chilly evenings in the hills. The setting is very peaceful, surrounded by serene tea gardens and dense pine forest, truly justifying Takdah’s name (meaning 'mist' or 'fog'). ​The food is delicious and homely, adding to the comfortable experience. While the overall heritage feel and tranquility are five-star, the specific services and modernization sometimes lag slightly compared to newer properties (hence the 4-star rating). ​If you are a history buff or looking for a quiet, secluded, and atmospheric retreat where you can unwind and explore the tea gardens and local villages, Bungalow No. 3 is highly recommended.

Anirban

Sep 13, 2025

I,along with my family stayed at Saino Bungalow No 3 recently, and would say the service and hospitality were truly top-notch — the staff was warm, attentive, and always ready to help. The location is also excellent, offering a peaceful and convenient setting. However, I did feel the room could have been better maintained and didn’t quite match the standard set by the service and surroundings. Overall, a pleasant stay, but I believe there’s room for improvement when it comes to the accommodation itself.

Manoj Kumar Bhowmick

Jul 8, 2025

We recently enjoyed this awesome place for 1 night & 2 days. Frankly speaking,if you like a calm & quite place with some historical feelings then you come here with at least another one family & then just enjoy the nature. Enjoy the calmness of nature. It is not a place to sing a song or to do a dance. Just listen the nature's song & see the nature. Service, owner, hospitality all are so nice. I love you all from my heart ❤️.

Suva Datta

May 21, 2025

We had a truly wonderful stay at this homestay! The place was clean, cozy, and had everything we needed for a comfortable visit. What made our experience even more special was the warm hospitality of the owner Mr & Mrs Moktan .Thank you so much for your kindness, helpful recommendations, and for making us feel right at home. Thank you so much Biren Niren for your service and polite behaviour.We’ll definitely be back and will recommend your place to friends and family. Highly appreciated!

Sudipta Majumder

May 3, 2025

Nice location,, peaceful atmosphere.. I like it.. can't stay there...

Saheli Das

Mar 24, 2025

*5/5 Stars* "I recently traveled with Mystic Travel] to [Daragaon and Takdah], and it was an unforgettable experience! The group's attention to detail, organization, and passion for travel made all the difference. The travel group's commitment to responsible tourism and supporting local communities was impressive. I highly recommend this group to anyone looking for a seamless, enjoyable, and enriching travel experience. Can't wait to join them on another adventure! *Recommendation:* Don't hesitate to book with Mystic travel,You won't regret it."

preetesh_chakraborty

Mar 21, 2025

Beautiful, quant resort tucked away in the misty mountains, surrounded by tea garden and pine forest. A perfect destination to get away from the hustle and bustle of city. Excellent homely food and warm reception by the staffs makes this a truly relaxing experience!

AMIT SUBBA LIMBU

Mar 20, 2025

Nice

SUVANKAR SAHA

Mar 19, 2025

Mr. Anand Moktan & others are very nice persons. Rooms were clean, meals were less spicy but good in taste. Garden is well decorated. Enjoyed a lot. Highly recommend for all age groups. Only one con is that If they provide shampoo and soap that would be complete. Thankyou.

Anish Basu

Jan 16, 2025

This was our 2nd visit in as many years. Place is newly renovated 3 months ago. Location and its ambience is a piece of heaven. Quiet location with birds chirping, mystical hills, sea of clouds just below the homestay and a quaint monastery just above the homestay, makes it a soul soothing experience. When you want to take a stroll, you have accompany of a forest of Pines. Takdah as a place is also far removed from any hustle and is a very laid back himalayan village. Witing about it made me make up my mind to visit it again.

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