MLD Home - Heal Farm
4.4 Eco-Rating
Village Tirchakhet, Sattal
4.5 190 Reviews
Highlights
Farmstay
300KMS from Delhi
7 Rooms
15 Pax
Mountain top
Lake views, Mountain Views
Drivable access via 3 km village trail
Workation-friendly
About the Eco Stay & Experience
Welcome to the Forest Farm That Heals — Slowly, Deeply, and Naturally...
Tucked alongside the Sattal Reserve Forest, Heal Farm is not just a farm — it’s a living, breathing forest sanctuary built from the scratch with the intent to heal, share, and reconnect. What began as an experiment in 2012 to regenerate a pine-dominated land into a thriving mixed broadleaf forest has grown into a lush, biodiverse ecosystem with over 12,000 trees, shrubs, and medicinal plants.
Spread across five acres, the farm invites you to leave behind the city’s speed, slow down, detox and embrace a more intentional rhythm. Glass-roofed bathrooms let you bathe under the sky. Composting loos with lake views remind you of nature’s cycle — where nothing is wasted, and everything returns. The Earthy accommodation, Yogashala, Art Room, Sonorium, and Meditation decks are all lovingly designed to dissolve the layers between you and nature.
This carbon-negative forest farm runs on a powerful ethos: regeneration, not consumption. It’s where you wake to birdsong, eat food grown in harmony with the land, and go to bed a little more grounded than when you arrived.
Untouched location. Limited phone network. No room service. No distractions. Just forests that heal and a lifestyle that reminds you what really matters. For those wishing to work from this peaceful sanctuary, our common library offers high-speed Wi-Fi and amazing green views to keep you focused and creative while you work from hills.
Stay Amenities
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Doctor-on-call - More Amenities
Meet your Localdost - Adnan Vahanvaty
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Born into abundance, Adnan Vahanvaty (Adi) chose the wild over wealth — trading comfort for stillness in the Himalayas. From forest bathing to foraging, monkhood to mentorship, his journey is a lesson in mindful living. Over the years, he mastered survival, sound healing, movement, and meditation — guided by nature and surrender. Today, he invites seekers to reconnect with their truest self through simple, powerful practices rooted in nature. If you're reading this, your journey has already begun — and Adnan might just be the Dost you were meant to meet.
Engage in Local Experiences
Sound Healing ₹3500.00/-
Immerse in the healing vibrations of a sound bath amidst the silence of nature - followed by wholesome brunch and soulful conversations with Life Coach Adnan.
Hidden Waterfall Trek ₹1200.00/-
Guided forest trek to a hidden waterfall with healing energy, mineral-rich waters, and tranquil silence, ending with a packed lunch after a refreshing natural shower.
The Farm Story FREE
Embark on a curated, bespoke farm tour to discover how this forest farm was lovingly built on organic practices and nourished by farm-fresh produce.
Forest Bathing FREE
Wander mindfully barefoot, breathing deeply, hugging trees, and allowing the forest’s natural energy to restore your senses and rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit.
Art & Wood Workshop ₹1000.00/-
Create soulful art with master sculptors and painters on a guided journey into woodwork, intention setting, and mindful expression, connecting creativity with inner reflection.
Yoga & Meditation ₹1500.00/-
Ground yourself through mindful movement and breathwork, awakening deep presence and inner awareness while surrounded by the calming serenity and natural beauty of the forest.
Art of Doing Nothing FREE
Surrender to the art of doing nothing where time softens, thoughts drift like clouds, and nature’s quiet embrace gently cradles your soul into stillness.
Sustainable Stewardship
4.4/5 MLD Sustainable Criteria
This property emits 90% less CO2 compared to an average hotel in Nainital. This means If you choose to stay at this Eco-resort over a typical resort in Nainital, you will be saving
0 Trees
0 Buckets Water
0% Less CO2
This is possible because our local dost (Adnan Vahanvaty) has made sure that the property fulfils the following Eco-Sustainable travel criteria:
This property scores 4.4/5 on MylocalDost’s Sustainable Criteria — a reflection of its commitment to conscious living. From supporting local livelihoods to protecting nature, every choice here is creating real, lasting impact. Here’s How:
Supports Local Communities & Cultures
The farm is powered entirely by locals — from 100% local staff to ingredients sourced nearby. By promoting traditional art, offering skill training, and partnering with NGOs, this place uplifts the community, preserves heritage, and ensures the benefits of tourism reach those who call this land home.
Green Environment & Biodiversity Conservation
No trees were cut building the farm — instead, over 6,000 were planted to regenerate an entire forest. With 90% green cover, natural-material construction, organic gardening, and solar lighting, every choice here safeguards wildlife, nurtures biodiversity, and preserves the untouched beauty and peace of the land.
Air & Water Quality
Rainwater harvesting, water flow reducers, compost loos, and traditional Hamam bathing honor water as a precious resource. Eco-friendly cleaning, non-toxic pest control, and native mosquito-repelling plants reflect deep respect for nature’s balance and ensure a cleaner, healthier environment for all who live and visit here.
Waste Management
Waste is minimized at the source through reusables, composting, and segregation. Organic waste enriches the farm’s soil through composting, while refillable bottles replace plastic. Every practice ensures that nothing valuable is wasted and that the land remains as pure as the day it was found.
Temperature & Energy Management
With no charging points in rooms, solar lamps and fans light the way. Skylights, bay windows, and mud-stone walls keep spaces naturally cool and bright. Every detail—from passive design to minimal artificial lighting—reduces energy consumption and keeps guests attuned to the rhythms of nature.
Travel & Transportation
Shared cabs and nearby public transport reduce carbon footprints. Guests are welcome to offset emissions by planting a sapling on-site. The farm’s layout invites exploration on foot or through short hikes, eliminating vehicle use and preserving the air and serenity of this fragile location.
Food & Guest Experience
From barefoot forest walks and refreshing waterfall dips to yoga, sound healing, and organic meals, guests slow down, reconnect, and live in harmony with nature. Every meal celebrates local, seasonal produce, while every activity brings deeper connection to the land, culture, and mindful living.
Education on Sustainable Living
The very concept of Heal Farm is centered on learning by living. From back-to-basics design to mindful hosting, every element teaches sustainability naturally. Guests leave not only inspired but equipped—carrying home at least one practice they’ve experienced here to integrate into their daily lives.
Location
Things to Note
Private Transport: If you're driving from Delhi/NCR or nearby cities, take the route via Haldwani–Kathgodam–Bhimtal–Bhowali. We're around 30 kms from Kathgodam. Use the Google Maps link for accurate directions and keep in touch with our team once you cross Kathgodam, we will guide you with directions. The entire drive from Delhi takes around 7 hours.
Public Transport:
- Train: Take a train to Kathgodam, the last railway station in the region, well connected from Delhi and other major cities. You also get early morning Shatabdi from Delhi to Kathgodam. From here, the farm is a 30-km scenic drive away. You can pre-book a taxi or we can help arrange a trusted local driver.
- Bus: Overnight AC buses and Volvo coaches from Delhi to Haldwani are available. From the drop-off point, taxis or shared cabs to Bhowali and onward to Tirchakhet can be hired.
- Flight: The nearest airport is Pantnagar, approximately 70 km away. Taxis are available from the airport, or we can coordinate one for a seamless pickup.
- Farm Accessibility: The farm is located 3 kms inside Trichakhet village, off the main Bhowali road. The final stretch is a narrow village road, so prior mountain driving experience is recommended. However, if needed, our team will be happy to assist you with directions or driving you down to the farm.
- Close-to-Nature Living: This is a forest ecosystem. You might spot bugs or other natural guests — please don’t store food in your room to invite these guests inside. In case you witness any, do inform our team, we will relocate it back to nature.
- Detached Loos & Baths: Composting toilets and baths are placed apart from rooms. A fair bit of walking is involved, not ideal for those with mobility issues.
- Meals: Our meals follow a wholesome Satvik diet, thoughtfully curated to support a gentle detox experience. If you have any allergies or dietary preferences, please inform us at the time of booking.
- Set Meal Times (Full Board): Meals are served in the dining hall. There’s no room service to preserve the spirit of shared living. Here are the timings:
- Breakfast: 9:00 – 10:00 AM
- Lunch: 1:00 – 2:00 PM
- Dinner: 6:00 – 7:00 PM
- Tea/Coffee: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Substance-Free Zone: Alcohol, smoking, or recreational substances are not allowed. This space is designed to support a deep, detoxifying reset.
- Mind the Terrain: Uneven trails and forest paths are part of the charm. Please bring comfortable shoes and a sense of adventure.
- Experience Access: Guests can access the common room, creative spaces, Yogashala, budding food forest, and will be guided to the Sonorium for sound healing.
- Off-the-Grid: As part of our sustainable living, rooms run on solar energy with rechargeable lamps and fans, please place them in sunlight, and charge phones in the library.
- Drinking water: Potable natural spring water in steel dispensers—do not drink from taps.
- 30 days before the arrival: Full refund.
- 15-30 Days before the arrival: 50% cancellation charges of the total cost.
- 7-15 Days before the arrival: 75% cancellation charges of the total cost.
- 0-7 Days: 100% cancellation charges.
Essential Services:
- ATMs, Chemist, Grocery, Departmental stores, Bike rentals - 4 kms
- Hospital - 10 kms
Places to Visit:
- Kainchi Dham - 10 kms
- Bhimtal - 11 kms
- Naukuchital - 15 kms
- Nainital - 17 kms
- Mukteshwar - 40 kms
- Kasar Devi - 60 kms
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