Why Darbar Farmstay Is Uttarakhand’s Most Pet‑Friendly Heritage Stay
- Shokey Malik
- May 9
- 2 min read
Mountains are best explored with four paws padding beside you. Yet most boutique stays still tack on “No Pets Allowed” signs. At Darbar Farmstay, we flipped the script. Our 80‑year‑old Garhwali haveli welcomes wagging tails with the same warmth as two‑legged guests—because family means everyone.
5 Tail‑Wagging Amenities You Won’t Find Elsewhere
Half‑Acre Off‑Leash Garden - Fenced perimeter; dawn‑till‑dusk access. Perfect for zoomies after the Delhi drive.
Paw‑Gourmet Menu- Homemade chicken broth, rice‑pumpkin mash, and hemp‑seed treats baked in‑house.
Vet‑on‑Call & First‑Aid Kit - Partner clinic in Chamba; 24‑hr response within 20 min.
Dog‑Friendly Trails - Three marked loops (1 km, 3 km, 6 km) start at our gate—freshwater streams included.
Pet‑Sitting & Grooming - Need to try the Surkhanda Devi trek? Our handler minds your buddy
A Day in the Life of a Darbar Dog
Time | Activity |
7 AM | Sunrise run in the cedar grove ♦ |
9 AM | Breakfast: chicken‑rice bowl on The Deck patio |
11 AM | Dip at Pali Gaad stream (2 km forest walk) |
2 PM | Post‑play nap in heritage room bay window |
6 PM | Bonfire circle—marshmallows for humans, sweet‑potato chews for pups |
8 PM | Starry‑sky cuddle on lawn lounger |
Pet‑Traveller Packing List
Must‑Bring | Why |
Soft harness | Steep village paths; collar can strain neck |
Paw balm | Rocky trails + winter dryness |
Vaccination copy | Required by local authorities |
Chew toy | Keeps pup calm during longer drives |
Happy Tails: Guest Stories
“Bentley (our beagle) sprinted circles around the walnut tree while we sipped kadak adrak wali chai. Zero leash, zero worries.”— Ridhima, Gurgaon
“The pet menu is Michelin‑level—our indie rescue polished every bowl.”— Dr. Amit, Pune
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From midnight belly rubs to dawn trail runs, Darbar Farmstay treats pets as honoured guests. Next time wanderlust strikes, skip the kennel guilt—pack the leash and head for the hills where furry friends roam free.
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