🌲ForestSetting
📍30 kmFrom Rishikesh
🐾FreePet policy
Van Vadi Forest Retreat sits in Dharkot village near Thano, about 30 km out from Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, and roughly 12 km from Jolly Grant Airport. It's a quieter kind of stay for pet parents who'd rather trade the crowded Laxman Jhula lanes for forest air, and it's confirmed as a genuinely pet friendly homestay in Rishikesh with no extra cost for bringing your dog or cat along.
🐾 For pet parents
Pets stay free, no extra charge, and both dogs and cats are welcome here. Dogs of all sizes can stay as long as they're comfortable around other dogs, and there are no breed restrictions confirmed. This was checked directly, our team called the property on 27 August 2026 and Divya Bakshi confirmed the policy on the phone with Ishank, who manages the stay. If you're planning to travel with dogs in the hills, this is the kind of upfront confirmation worth having before you book.
The Stay
Van Vadi is a homestay built around its forest surroundings in Thano, a good option if you're after a pet friendly hill station experience in Uttarakhand without heading deep into Kumaon. Its location, off the main Rishikesh circuit, means fewer crowds and more open space for a dog that needs room to roam a little.
Being 12 km from Jolly Grant Airport also makes it a workable stop if you're flying in with a pet and want to settle somewhere calm before exploring Rishikesh properly. For those road-tripping through Uttarakhand with a dog in the back seat, the 30 km distance from Rishikesh town keeps it close enough for day trips while still feeling removed from the main tourist stretch.
Pet Policy
The pet policy here is straightforward and confirmed directly with the property: pets stay free, no extra charge, applies to both dogs and cats. Dogs of all sizes are accepted, with the one condition being that they get along well with other dogs, since this is a shared homestay environment. There are no breed restrictions confirmed. For specifics like which areas of the property pets can access or whether food and bedding are provided on site, it's best to confirm directly with Ishank at the property when booking.
Why pet parents will love this place
The pet-friendly case for Van Vadi Forest Retreat (Rishikesh)
A confirmed no-extra-charge pet policy with no breed restrictions is rare enough on its own, but pairing that with a forest setting away from Rishikesh's busiest lanes makes Van Vadi a real option for pet parents who want their dog to actually relax on a trip, not just be tolerated.
FAQ
Is there an extra charge for pets at Van Vadi Forest Retreat?
No. Pets stay free, no extra charge, as confirmed directly with the property.
Are there breed restrictions for dogs?
No breed restrictions are confirmed. Dogs of all sizes are welcome as long as they are comfortable around other dogs.
How do I contact the property to book?
You can call +91 8826915266 or check details on the Hush Stays website at hushstays.com/van-vadi-forest-retreat-dehradun-rishikesh.
Nearby
Also pet-friendly in Rishikesh: The Hosteller Rishikesh, Upper Tapovan · The Hosteller Rishikesh, Ganges · The Hosteller Rishikesh, Laxman Jhula
