
Questions
Before you ask.
The things guests ask us most.
Price and booking
How much is it?
Prices are per room for the whole stay, with breakfast, lunch, dinner and taxes included. Two guests sharing a Deluxe Room pay ₹13,800 on The Breather (2 nights), ₹20,100 on Slowing Down (3 nights) and ₹31,500 on The Long Pause (5 nights). The Family Suite for four is ₹24,000, ₹35,400 and ₹55,000. Every price is on the stay pages.
Is there a minimum stay?
Yes, 2 nights. Slowing Down starts at 3 nights and comes with a complimentary bonfire evening. The Long Pause starts at 5 nights and adds a guided walk to the sunset point and a guided farm tour.
How do I book?
Message us on WhatsApp. We answer, send a Razorpay link for the 25% advance, and our team calls to confirm.
Is the price per person or per room?
Per room, for the whole package. It covers the base occupancy of the room, which is 2 guests in a Deluxe Room and 4 in the Family Suite. It is not charged per night or per person. An extra guest pays a set amount once for the whole stay.
Can we just walk in?
No. We take bookings online, through WhatsApp. Same-day bookings are possible if we have a room: message us.
Is a room heater available?
Yes, at ₹750 a night. There is also inverter backup.
What is included in the price?
Your room, breakfast, lunch and dinner, and taxes. An extra guest above the base occupancy pays a set amount for the whole stay, by age, and gets a mattress and bedding. The amounts are on each stay page.
Do I pay everything at booking?
No. A 25% advance confirms your stay, through a Razorpay link. The balance is paid at the stay.
What if we leave early?
If you leave before your booked check-out date, the full booked stay is charged and unused nights are not refunded. In an emergency or if the road is closed, tell us: the owner may waive this.
What do extra guests and children pay?
Extra guests above the base occupancy get a mattress and bedding. Children under 6 are free. Ages 6 to 12 and 13 and above pay a set amount for the whole stay, not per night. An extra adult pays ₹3,900 on The Breather, ₹5,850 on Slowing Down and ₹9,500 on The Long Pause. A child aged 6 to 12 pays ₹2,600, ₹3,750 and ₹6,000.
About the stay
How many rooms are there?
Five: four Deluxe Rooms (210 sq ft) and one Family Suite (320 sq ft).
What does each room have?
A private balcony with mountain views, a private washroom, fresh linen, a TV and solar hot water. A work desk is in two of the four Deluxe Rooms and in the Family Suite; ask for one when you book.
Is there Wi-Fi and mobile signal?
Wi-Fi is free, at 100 Mbps. Jio 5G and Airtel 5G both work on site.
Is it safe for children?
Yes, with supervision near the balconies and terraces.
Who is it for?
Small families and couples who want nature, stillness, organic farm life and culture.
Is there power backup?
Yes, inverter backup.
Is it suitable for older guests?
A vehicle reaches the entrance, so there is no trek to arrive, and our team will help with luggage. There is no lift and the rooms are on the first floor, so guests use stairs. Tell us in advance if you need help.
Are unmarried couples welcome?
Yes. Please carry a valid government photo ID at check-in.
Can our driver or helper stay?
Yes, at no charge. Our dormitory has four beds and a shared washroom. It is not sold to guests, only used for the driver or helper who travels with you.
Are pets allowed?
Yes. One pet per booking, ₹1,000 for the whole stay, tax included. Pets are welcome in your room and in outdoor areas; please keep them out of the restaurant. The pet is fully the owner’s responsibility. We are on a mountaintop surrounded by forest, so wild animals and safety can be an issue. Please tell us before you come.
Is it good for solo travellers?
Yes. We are a small, family-run place with a team that is always around, and there are forest trails to walk alone. Many solo guests like the quiet.
About the food
When is the restaurant open?
8 AM to 9 PM.
Who cooks?
Our kitchen team, led by a professional chef, cooking with produce from our organic farm and milk from our own cows, grass fed around our fields and the mountain, with other ingredients bought in.
What is Pahadi Swaad?
Our flagship Himachali menu: dham, makki ki roti, kheru and slow-cooked home recipes. It is for guests staying with us.
Can local people eat at the restaurant?
Yes. The restaurant serves local people, and they are the steady base of the business.
Can you cook for Jain or special diets?
Yes, Jain meals can be prepared. Tell us when you book, or before you arrive, along with any allergy or diet request, and we will plan for it.
Is there food for young children?
Yes. We can cook simple, mild, home-style food for children. Tell us their preferences when you book.
Is the food vegetarian?
The meals included in your stay are vegetarian. Our menu also has non-vegetarian dishes, which you can add and pay for separately.
Can we eat anywhere nearby?
No. There is no restaurant or shop serving food within 15 km of Ekaant, so whatever you eat will be cooked here. That is why our stays are all inclusive, with breakfast, lunch and dinner.
About the road
Is it in Solan town?
No. The district is Solan, but we are in Badidhar village, in the hills, about 100 km and 3 hours from Chandigarh.
How far is it?
100 km and about 3 hours from Chandigarh, 55 km and about 2 hours from Shimla, 375 km and about 7.5 hours from Delhi.
Is there parking?
Yes, at the property. The last 100 metres can be a little rough.
Is it safe to drive here in the monsoon?
Mountain roads can be affected by rain and low visibility, so check conditions before you set out and drive in daylight. This side of Himachal is not usually hit by floods. We can tell you the road conditions closer to your dates.
What is nearby to see?
The mountain-top is a 5-minute climb, the forest bathing loop is 3 to 4 km, the sunset spot is about 800 m ahead, and Badidhar temple is a walk of 45 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes. Waterfalls are a day trip.
About the weather
When are the views best?
In the monsoon, when rain clears to crystal air.
Does it snow?
Winter brings some snow at this height, as in Shimla.
And in summer?
Summers are mild, with cool nights.
When is the best time to visit?
Any time of year. The peace and fresh air are here all year. Winter brings snowfall, summer is mild, and the monsoon brings clear views and waterfalls.
About Badidhar
Can we play music?
Music, parties and celebration are not banned. Badidhar is a living village and a sacred place, so we ask guests not to break the quiet.