Are you one of those who is always on a lookout for a weekend getaway? How about starting the New Year 2020 travel by visiting Darjeeling? Darjeeling is famous for two things – tea and mountains. The city is blessed with many tea gardens that export it to different parts of the world. But there’s another hidden gem in the city- The Singtom Tea Estate & Resort, which is the world’s oldest tea estate resort! This stunning property offers panoramic views of the hills and picturesque sunsets. Here’s all you need to know about this gorgeous place!
History Behind This Stunning Estate
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Built way back in 1862 by the Chirimar family, Singtom Tea Estate & Resort is the world’s oldest tea estate resort and is located in one of the most famous travel destinations in the country- Darjeeling. Even before the bungalow was made, tea gardens have been there as a part of Steinthal Tea Estate. Initially, the estate was started by Joachim Stoelke, a German priest, in 1854. Also, it was the first of the tea plantations that took place in Darjeeling. From 1854, the estate ownership was given to the Chirimar family, one of India’s oldest tea planting families.
Situated merely 20 kilometres from the Darjeeling town, Singtom Tea Estate spans across 1,600 acres of a tea plantation with River Rungneet and Mount Kanchenjunga at the doorstep. The average height of the estate is about 4500 ft. Tea factory and resort, both are located inside the garden. This estate is at a higher altitude, produces a beautiful quality of Darjeeling Tea – black, green and white.
About The Property And Accommodation
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It’s an old British styled estate bungalow in the middle of a beautiful garden. You can catch the picturesque view of 60 Himalayan peaks and enjoy nature at its best. It boasts of 4 luxurious suites offering gorgeous views of the hills and tea gardens. Each of the room of the estate is more than 500 sq ft in size and has subtle Victorian influences in the furniture coupled with the modern amenities. Their dining area is laid out with old school wooden furniture, exudes vintage vibes that add to the ambience.
Activities To Look Forward
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Is tea your thing? Then you can opt for tea plucking and tea tasting tours, which will take you amidst lush valleys and gardens. You can explore the estate and also do various activities around like 360 Point Picnic, Teesta River Picnic, Bubble Massage Jacuzzi, Tea Factory Tour, Tea Tasting Tour, Tea Plucking Tour, Trekking Tour and Darjeeling Sightseeing.
It’s a 24 minutes drive from the Darjeeling town. This gorgeous looking Singtom Tea Estate & Resort is something which will unwind all your stress. Plan a weekend getaway here with your family and friends and start your New Year by staying at this property!
Where: Singtam Tea Garden, Darjeeling, West Bengal
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