Green Lodge Farmstay by Highland Monk (Shimla)

Green Lodge Farmstay by Highland Monk sits on the Ghillu Estate in Panthaghati, on the quieter countryside edge of Shimla - away from the mall road chaos and well into the hills. It's a working farmstay with a huge lawn, fresh mountain air, and food made from locally sourced organic ingredients. For pet parents who want a proper escape rather than a hotel room, this one ticks the right boxes.

The Space for Your Dog

The property's standout feature for travelling with dogs is the large lawn - open green space where your dog can decompress after a long drive up to Shimla. The countryside setting means fewer crowds and more room to breathe, which is exactly what you want after the mountain road. The host and caretaker both greet guests on arrival, so you're not fumbling for keys with a restless dog in the car. Ample parking is available, and EV charging is also on offer.

What to Expect as a Pet Parent

Carry all your pet supplies from home - dog food, bowls, waste bags, and any bedding your dog prefers. Pet food is not sold or provided at the property. Resident animals live on the farmstay, so do a quick read of how your dog reacts to that before booking. The no-bed and no-kitchen restriction is standard for most farm properties, and the rest of the space is accessible. Food served to guests uses organic ingredients from local farms, and the hosts are described as hands-on and hospitable - useful when you need local tips on where to walk your dog nearby.

Getting There

The farmstay is located at Ghillu Estate, near Beolia, Panthaghati, Shimla - Himachal Pradesh 171013. Check-in is at 12:30 PM and check-out at 12:00 PM. Panthaghati is roughly 7–8 km from Shimla town, accessible by road. A local shuttle is listed as available. For directions, call the property directly at 098052 88929 before arrival - mountain addresses can be tricky to pin precisely.