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 Owl’s Nest 1

Owl’s Nest Penthouse in Heritage Calcutta

An artistic rooftop Cabin at tree level .Totally different from the boxed in spaces called rooms, this is a work of art .Welcome to experience gorgeous Old Calcutta at its Best !

We are on the 5th floor & you have to use stairs . Help with luggage can be provided.
The Room :
This is a lovely rooftop Cabin cradled in nature .Watch sunrise & sunset from the terrace or bed .Soak in the Sun in the terrace amid greenery & flowers & unhindered views .
Walk out of your nest , onto a terrace & an unhindered expanse of greenery ! Enjoy hours of winter sunshine , lounging with a book & coffee.
The room is like a nest in a tree so that you can enjoy a relaxing country experience plum in the core of Classical Old Calcutta ! You will realize why Kolkata is totally different from other cities in India .

Both the Owl’s Nest rooms are unconventional & is designed by T.C from Calcutta Capsule with lots of passion in the tiny house concept .

*The room has been listed as. : #1 Stay option in Kolkata in the December 2019 edition of Lonely Planet , India .
** We have hosted guests from more than 50 countries with 290+ top reviews in our three rooms in the same location.

A strong fast Wifi
Air-conditioned
Attached bath with towels & toiletries.
Water Filter
Hot kettle with Tea & Coffee pouches.

Airport 20 mins at night,30-40 mins during day. Metro Stn : 5min walk. 500 metres. Howrah & Sealdah Stations : 30 mins. A big Indian Bazar is 2 minutes away and shops for eating & buying anything are within 5 minutes. Please look up Shyambazar on Wikipedia. The most attractive part of this listing is its unique location. This is the ‘Real Kolkata’ as many of our guests described it. Walk the alleyways all around us or take a walk to the Ganges for a Ferry ride or just enjoy the aritsan’s village of Kumartuli- you can do it like a local from here.
You are welcome to the adjoining two terraces overlooking the Park and the city . You can share the Fridge with the hosts – available complimentary on request.
  • 1 day gap between every Check-in and previous Check-out.
  • Cleaned and Sanitized

Check in : Any time after 12 noon.
Check out any time before 10 am .
For Late night check-in , Self check-in app will be shared by Mail . The gate lock can be operated through phone & your net connection or after logging onto our Wifi.
Early check in late check out options also available upto 6 hours subject to availability and chargeable.

We are on the 5th Floor and we do not have an elevator in the building like all buildings of the period . However a walk up the stairs will do a lot of good for your heart , other than the gorgeous views you can enjoy : ) Luggage: Help can be provided for carrying up luggage for arrivals between 10 am to 6 pm . Or else, Luggage can be stored in a locker room downstairs for the night & carried upstairs the following day with outside help around 10 am .

 Owl’s Nest 2

Private Sundeck & Cozy Penthouse in Vintage Calcutta 

An unique experience with all modern facilities in Classic Old Kolkata !
This is not a traditional boxed space with no windows , it is more windows than wall! Live amid nature ,watch sunrise & sunset from the bed .

You will enjoy your stay immensely if you appreciate a challenging creative design .
There are two levels of the room with the Lower level having a writing table,storage space and the washroom & the upper level has the bed and the Sundeck and has windows with a unique 270 degree view .
The decor of the room is a mixture of traditional handwoven materials from rural artisans and an open skies design with plenty of natural light and sun. There is a private sundeck & also a mini library. There is lots of space in the adjacent terrace which is frequented by various birds and overlooks the largest park of Calcutta . Walk out of your room onto a green terrace full of flowers & an unhindered expanse of greenery !
All this 5 minutes from a Metro , close to Heritage spots, & 30 mins from the Airport .

The room is was designed by us & built on the tiny house concept .
* We have been listed as #1 among 3 places to stay shortlisted in Kolkata , by Lonely Planet , India . December 2019 edition.

A strong fast Wifi
Air-conditioned
Attached bath with towels & toiletries.
Water Filter
Hot kettle with Tea & Coffee pouches.

Airport 20 mins at night,30-40 mins during day. Metro Stn : 5min walk. 500 metres. Howrah & Sealdah Stations : 30 mins. A big Indian Bazar is 2 minutes away and shops for eating & buying anything are within 5 minutes. Please look up Shyambazar on Wikipedia. The most attractive part of this listing is its unique location. This is the ‘Real Kolkata’ as many of our guests described it. Walk the alleyways all around us or take a walk to the Ganges for a Ferry ride or just enjoy the aritsan’s village of Kumartuli- you can do it like a local from here.
You are welcome to the adjoining two terraces overlooking the Park and the city . You can share the Fridge with the hosts – available complimentary on request.
  • 1 day gap between every Check-in and previous Check-out.
  • Cleaned and Sanitized

Check in : Any time after 12 noon.
Check out any time before 10 am .
For Late night check-in , Self check-in app will be shared by Mail . The gate lock can be operated through phone & your net connection or after logging onto our Wifi.
Early check in late check out options also available upto 6 hours subject to availability and chargeable.

We are on the 5th Floor and we do not have an elevator in the building like all buildings of the period . However a walk up the stairs will do a lot of good for your heart , other than the gorgeous views you can enjoy : ) Luggage: Help can be provided for carrying up luggage for arrivals between 10 am to 6 pm . Or else, Luggage can be stored in a locker room downstairs for the night & carried upstairs the following day with outside help around 10 am .

The Sunshine Room

Heritage Kolkata Homestay: The Sunshine Room

Welcome to our 5 generation home, with a breathtaking terrace garden .Sunnny, airy,spotless ,with great views & a five minute walk from the nearest Metro . This is in the core of Charming Old Calcutta which is distinct from other cities & the rest of the city !
A safe stopover for women & family.

The room is a well maintained modern setup with a small changing room/walk-in closet.
It has a comfortable double bed, with a 14 ft window giving a fantastic view of old Calcutta . The room is naturally very Sunny and Airy unlike the suffocating walled in rooms you find in most places.
Half a flight of stairs above, is a beautiful terrace garden with views of Old Calcutta on one side & breathtaking greenery on the other !! It is a place to relax and the swing seats are a special attraction ! The terrace is an oasis of peace away from the bustle of city life .
It is part of an apartment , but has independent access from the main gate to the room.

** We have hosted more than 500 guests from more than 50 countries with 270+ top reviews in our three rooms in the same location.
Lots of options of eating out is available nearby.
The neighbourhood is famous for its street food & Kolkata Sweets-the Rosogolla,Sandesh & Mishti Doi all of which have its roots here.

A strong fast Wifi
Air-conditioned
Attached bath with towels & toiletries.
Water Filter
Hot kettle with Tea & Coffee pouches.

Airport 20 mins at night,30-40 mins during day. Metro Stn : 5min walk. 500 metres. Howrah & Sealdah Stations : 30 mins. A big Indian Bazar is 2 minutes away and shops for eating & buying anything are within 5 minutes. Please look up Shyambazar on Wikipedia. The most attractive part of this listing is its unique location. This is the ‘Real Kolkata’ as many of our guests described it. Walk the alleyways all around us or take a walk to the Ganges for a Ferry ride or just enjoy the aritsan’s village of Kumartuli- you can do it like a local from here.
You are welcome to the adjoining two terraces overlooking the Park and the city . You can share the Fridge with the hosts – available complimentary on request.
  • 1 day gap between every Check-in and previous Check-out.
  • Cleaned and Sanitized

Check in : Any time after 12 noon.
Check out any time before 10 am .
For Late night check-in , Self check-in app will be shared by Mail . The gate lock can be operated through phone & your net connection or after logging onto our Wifi.
Early check in late check out options also available upto 6 hours subject to availability and chargeable.

We are on the 5th Floor and we do not have an elevator in the building like all buildings of the period . However a walk up the stairs will do a lot of good for your heart , other than the gorgeous views you can enjoy : ) Luggage: Help can be provided for carrying up luggage for arrivals between 10 am to 6 pm . Or else, Luggage can be stored in a locker room downstairs for the night & carried upstairs the following day with outside help around 10 am .