Tree Of Life Grand Oak Manor, Binsar Hotel

4-star resort inside Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary with Himalayan views

Accommodations & Grounds

Tree of Life Grand Oak Manor in Binsar sits within the Binsar Forest Reserve, a colonial residence once owned by Sir Henry Ramsay. The property has 4 rooms on the first floor and another 7-8 rooms on the ground floor, each with private balconies overlooking mountains. Guests have access to a large lounge with sofas and reading material, a dining room with hill views, and a garden with outdoor furniture and an outdoor fireplace.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves Tibetan, Indian, and Kumaoni cuisine, with requests placed 2-3 hours in advance to ensure freshly prepared meals. Breakfast options include continental, American, buffet, Italian, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and Asian dishes. A daily high tea ritual includes homemade cake and plum jam, while the outdoor casual dining area overlooks the hills.

Activities & Wildlife

Tree Of Life Grand Oak Manor offers cultural walking tours and guided bird-watching sessions led by a naturalist. Guests can trek 4 miles to Zero Point to spot yellow-throated martens, barking deer, and birds, with leopard calls reported in the area. Board games and puzzles are available, and the property operates on solar power with hot water available from 7 PM to 11 AM.

Services & Amenities

Grand Oak Manor Binsar provides room service, car hire, express check-in/check-out, and a tour desk for local arrangements. The hotel has a chapel/shrine on site, a designated smoking area, and 24-hour security with CCTV in common areas. Laundry services, daily housekeeping, and meeting/banquet facilities are available, along with free private parking.

Location & Accessibility

Located 91 mile from Pantnagar Airport, Tree of Life Grand Oak Manor lies 4 miles inside the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary with a 2000 ft rocky track from the sanctuary road. The hotel provides a 4x4 vehicle for guest transport from the sanctuary entrance to the property. Nearby attractions include Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, Almora, and Ramnagar Museum.

• Location: Inside Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, 91 mile from Pantnagar Airport
• Rooms: Colonial residence with 11-12 rooms and mountain-view balconies
• Dining: Tibetan, Indian, and Kumaoni cuisine with daily high tea
• Wellness: Guided bird-watching and hiking tracks with naturalist
• Access: Hotel 4x4 pickup from sanctuary entrance
• Audience: Nature enthusiasts and families with outdoor focus