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Shimla
Himachal Pradesh
Tucked away in Longwood near Bharari Road, Silver Oak Bed and Breakfast is a homestay-style property in Shimla that genuinely welcomes dogs — no extra charge, no fuss at the gate. Your dog can roam the lawn and verandah off-leash, and pet food is available on-site, which removes one item from your packing list. Each room comes with mountain views through the window, and the host Madan has been running this place since 2014 with a reputation for being easy to reach and easy to deal with.
✓ Confirmed by the property
The property has confirmed that pets are allowed at no extra charge, with a limit of one pet per booking. Dogs are welcome to roam the grounds off-leash — though they are not permitted on the beds or inside the restaurant area. Pet food is available on-site, and there are resident animals at the property, so factor that in if your dog is reactive.
What Works Well for Dog Parents
The lawn and verandah give your dog actual space to decompress after a long drive up to Shimla — this isn't just a corridor and a parking lot. Off-leash roaming is explicitly permitted on the grounds, which is less common in hill-station stays than you'd expect. The property is near Himalayan Bird Park (about 9.6 km away) and Chadwick Falls (11.3 km), both of which are worth scouting for dog walks, though you'd need to check local rules on-site. The host is present and responsive — replies within 6 hours — which matters when you're travelling with a dog and have last-minute questions.
Know Before You Go
The one-pet limit is firm, so if you're travelling with more than one dog, this may not be the right fit. Pets are not allowed on the bed or in the restaurant — meals are served from a fixed menu in the dining area, so plan to feed your dog before or after your own mealtimes to keep things smooth. There are resident pets on the property, so a first-meeting moment at the gate is likely — keep your dog leashed for the initial introduction even though off-leash roaming is otherwise permitted. Outside food is allowed if you've brought your dog's regular food from home, which is always the better call.
The Stay Itself
Rooms have attached bathrooms, mountain-view windows, heaters, flat-screen TVs, and blackout curtains — solid basics for a Shimla hill stay. A shared kitchen with refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and induction stove is available for reheating (no full cooking), which is handy for warming up your dog's food. The terrace with a seating area is a good spot to unwind with your dog at dusk as the Shimla valley lights up. Power backup and housekeeping are included.
Getting There: The property is approximately 11 km from Shimla Railway Station and 19.4 km from Shimla Airport. It is located on Bharari Road, Longwood, near Hotel Radisson — Silver Oaks, Lower Bharari Rd, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171001.
