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4 BHK
Bedrooms
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10
Max Guests
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₹10,000
Pet Security Deposit (Refundable)
Perched on a hilltop in the Smanora Range near Nainital, Uttarakhand, Twin Chalets is a sprawling 4-BHK villa that officially welcomes pets - with a clearly spelled-out policy and a valley-facing lawn that gives your dog room to actually stretch out. At 11.4 km from Kainchi Dham and 11 km from Nainital Lake, this is the kind of mountain escape where mornings arrive misty and evenings wind down around a bonfire, with your dog happily occupying a corner of that manicured lawn.
✓ Confirmed by the property
Twin Chalets is listed as a pet-friendly property on Elivaas. The property has a detailed pet policy covering a refundable security deposit (₹10,000 for 1 pet, ₹15,000 for 2 pets) and a one-time pet sanitation fee collected at check-in. Pets are allowed on the property. Pets are not permitted in the pool.
The Setting
Twin Chalets sits on a hilltop in the Smanora Range, one of the quieter pockets of the Nainital district in Uttarakhand - far enough from the town's weekend crowds to feel genuinely peaceful, close enough to reach the lake in under 20 minutes. The villa's standout feature for travelling pet parents is the valley-facing manicured lawn - open, grassy, and with panoramic hill views that make it an ideal spot for your dog to roam without a leash. Two living rooms with plush sofas, wooden accents, and large glass windows framing the valley complete the indoor picture. The property sleeps up to 10 guests across 4 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms, making it a strong option for multi-family groups or a pack of friends travelling with multiple dogs.
Beyond the lawn, the villa offers a terrace with open seating - another good outdoor space for dogs who enjoy watching the world (and the valley below). The kitchen and dining area flow into the living space, and a chef-on-call is available if you want meals sorted without leaving the property. An entertainment room with board games like chess and ludo rounds out the indoor options for when weather keeps you in.
Pet Policy - What You Need to Know Before You Book
The pet policy here is detailed and worth reading carefully before you arrive. Pets are allowed on the property, but there is a structured fee system. A refundable pet security deposit applies: ₹10,000 for one pet, ₹15,000 for two pets - collected in addition to the standard property security deposit of ₹15,000. A one-time pet sanitation fee is also collected at check-in; for a 4/5BHK property this is ₹3,000. These are confirmed figures from the Elivaas listing.
Pets are not permitted in the pool, and the property enforces this seriously - a care charge of ₹10,000 applies if pets enter the pool. Clean-up responsibility sits with guests. Any damages caused by pets are charged at actuals. The property's own language is warm - "Pets Are Family - And They're Welcome Here" - but the deposit structure means you should budget accordingly before booking.
⚠️ Pool Access - Pets Not Permitted
Pets are explicitly not allowed in the pool. A care charge of ₹10,000 will be levied if this rule is overlooked. The pool is for human guests only. Water access for your dog here means the lawn and surroundings - not the villa pool.
Location and Nearby Attractions
The villa sits 11.4 km from Kainchi Dham (the ashram of Neem Karoli Baba), 11 km from Nainital Lake, and 13.5 km from Bhimtal Lake. For pet parents, this means you're well-positioned for morning drives through Kumaon hill roads with your dog, followed by an afternoon back at the lawn. The Nainital–Bhimtal corridor has several walking trails and quiet roads that suit dogs of most sizes. The villa itself is the likely base for most of your time - especially given the outdoor lawn, terrace, and in-house chef option.
The property rates 4.7 across 34 reviews on Elivaas (MakeMyTrip shows a perfect 5.0), with reviewers consistently calling out the peaceful atmosphere, clean interiors, and attentive staff. Check-in is from 2:00 PM; check-out by 11:00 AM. Late check-out can be requested subject to availability. Note that the cancellation policy is non-refundable - including within 15 days of check-in - so travel insurance or firm plans are advisable when booking with pets.
What We Haven't Confirmed Yet
A few things worth verifying directly with the property before you arrive: whether pets are allowed inside the bedrooms and living spaces (the policy confirms pets are allowed "on the property" but does not explicitly state in-room access); whether there are breed or size restrictions; and the exact sanitation fee structure for this specific unit at the time of your booking, as Elivaas fee tiers can vary. It's also worth confirming whether the lawn is fully fenced - relevant if you're travelling with a dog that tends to wander.
