| Glenburn Estate |
|
...a world of fine traditions Started by a Scottish tea company in 1860, Glenburn has now passed into the hands of one of India’s pioneering tea planting families – The Prakashes, who have over the years come to be known as the “Chaiwala family” – which literally means “tea planters”. The story of the Chaiwala family began over a hundred years ago, and is closely entwined with that of tea plantations in India. Today, the third and fourth generation Prakash family, carry almost a century of tea knowledge in their inheritance, and invite you to visit Glenburn. ….and spectacular scenery….. Glenburn – a name that literally describes what this 1,600 acre estate is – a river valley. With breathtaking views of the Kanchenjunga Mountain Range, Glenburn stretches from an elevation of 3,700 feet, all the way down to the sandy banks of the two snow-fed Himalayan rivers that meander through it – The Rungeet and The Rung Dung. Apart from the sprawling tea fields, Glenburn has forests that are a bird watcher and hiker’s paradise. Across the river lie the forests and villages of the old royal kingdom of Sikkim, which you can access via a hanging bridge.
And to complete your Glenburn Experience, learn about the fascinating process of tea making. From bush to factory - and into your tea cup at a tasting session, discover what goes into making a fine Darjeeling tea.
The Burra Bungalow With it’s regal turn of the century four-poster bed, made of Spanish mahogany, The Planters’ Suite takes you back in time to the days of the East India Company and other voyages of discovery. Let the old maps and prints, and oriental figures in the Toile de Jouy furnishings, transport you back to those grand old days, while you relax in front of a crackling fire in the privacy of your room. For a breath of fresh air, step right out into the garden through your private verandah and sit-out that looks out across the Simbong Valley towards the hills of the old royal kingdom of Sikkim. The annexed sit-out also has an extra bed, and separate access to the bathroom of the main bedroom, ensuring a bit of privacy for a third person sharing this suite.   As perhaps given away by its name, The Rose Suite was created as an ode to the purity and timeless beauty of the rose. The unusual shape of this room creates an adjoining chamber offering a third person sharing the suite complete privacy. The roses creep their way onto the furniture, the drapery, the paintings, and the exquisitely embroidered bed sheets. The suite also has a connecting sit-out, with splendid views of the garden on three sides and direct access to the main verandah of the house. A soft mountain breeze ensures the fragrance of the rose creepers adorning this side of the house, waft in through the windows that run along an entire side of the suite. Located in the northern wing of the house, The Kanchenjunga Suite overlooks the magnificent mountain range it is named after. With its cool blue and white Toile de Jouy furnishings, and canopied king-size bed, this is the perfect place to enjoy the peace and tranquil beauty that Glenburn is famous for. A Victorian teak queen-size bed offers accommodation for a third, and an adjoining annex with a panorama of windows covering the length of two entire walls, adds another bed to this ideal family suite. A soft muslin trail of butterflies dresses the canopied bed in The Simbong Butterfly Room , overlooking the Simbong Tea Division of Glenburn. Facing the eastern hills of Sikkim, one can wake up to a spectacular sunrise, and step right out into a private sit-out and garden. Delicate etchings of wisteria drape the wardrobe, intricately tiled roses adorn the fire-place, and birds and honey bees float across the furnishings, adding to the charm of this cosy little double room. Sit down to Breakfast and Lunch either in the bright and sunny Morning Room at one end of The Front Verandah, in The Front Garden or at The Garden Pavilion, each of these venues offering dramatic views of Mount Kanchenjunga. Depending on your plans for the day, we can also organise a picnic-style meal, anywhere on the estate, or by the River Rungeet or River Rung Dung. Barbeques can also be organised down by the rivers or at The Garden Pavilion of the Burra Bungalow. Dinner is usually served as a sit-down meal in the candle-lit intimacy of The Dining Room , along with your hosts and any other guests in residence.
This tour can be ideally done in combination with Sikkim, Bhutan and the eastern part of India. Please ask us for details, we will make you an expert program / offer. How to reach Glenburn Glenburn can be reached from the airport at Bagdogra. There are daily flights from Delhi and Kolkata. By road Glenburn can be reached from Bhutan, eastern Nepal and Darjeeling. We will assist you with the flight, transport bookings, please contact us for details.
Rates and Services
Not included:
Organiser: The Luxury Trains, Zürich-Flughafen/Switzerland. Terms and conditions of the organiser are applicable. * conversion in local currency at prevailing rates at moment of booking.
|
