Where the Hills Breathe

Meraki is a Greek word meaning to do something with soul, with absolute devotion. This mountain home near Mukteshwar lives up to its name. Perched in the village of Satoli, it is surrounded by pine forests and orchards, with the entire Kumaon Himalayan range visible from its terrace — Nanda Devi, Trisul, Panchachuli, all of them, all at once.

The pace here is set by the sun and the seasons. Apple blossoms in spring. Fireflies in summer. The first frost in November. The house is warm, the food is local, and the walks begin right from your door. There are no resort amenities — just the mountains doing what they do best.