Come to visit one of the oldest tea plantations in and around the hills of Darjeeling, East India. Ging Tea House offers the luxuries of a hotel while maintaining the warmth and comfort of a home.
The tea estate is a thirty minute scenic drive from Darjeeling and a three hours drive from Siliguri.
The uninterrupted stretch of 600 hectares at 3000 feet above sea level, the gardens promises a unique and memorable tea experience.
Spoil yourself with the luxurious bed teas, take a walk along the picturesque greenery and soak in the sunrise at Tiger Hill.
Escape the hustle- bustle of ordinary city life to unwind and reconnect with nature.
THE TEA HOUSE
Built in 1864, legend has it that The Tea House was one of the first colonial tea planter’s bungalows made in the region.
The house which has been tastefully restored keeping its colonial heritage intact, is admirably classic in style.
This historic house is surrounded by beautiful well maintained private gardens.
Inside, the tranquility and atmosphere of a family home are all still intact.
The rooms are royal, with old wooden flooring and exposed rafters on the high ceiling, complete with period furniture and drapes.
Each suite comes with equally spacious bathrooms replete with all modern amenities. A front desk is open and staffed 24 hours a day; so you are well attended to at all times.
Step out into the gardens to relax in the gazebo or lounge on the sun deck, sipping morning tea in the company of the birds while gazing at the majestic Himalayan mountains.
The location enjoys beautiful panoramic views and ample privacy.
In the evening, gather around the ancient stone fireplace in the library with a glass of wine to listen to stories of life in the hills or try your hand at the antique piano.
SUSTAINIBILITY
As one of the largest producers of Darjeeling tea, Ging Tea Estate, alongside its other sister gardens have been pioneers in introducing organic practices to the tea industry.
It is a 100% bio-organic garden, making its tea free from harmful chemicals under the strict guidance of IMO and Naturland certifications.
Apart from making world class tea, the hotel's team don't forget the primary responsibility towards both the soil and the people who reap it.
Preserving the eco system is one of the foremost drives and the locals of the estate have shown the beauty of coexisting with the wild flora and fauna. With more than 60% of the estate left uncultivated, the mountain wildlife has not been disturbed.
Ging Tea House has 6 differently styled suites in the property.
The following comforts and luxuries are common to all of them:
All rooms are equipped with hair-dryers, toiletries, room heaters and extra blankets to keep you warm.
The expanse of the space and the Country Spool Poster Bed both add to the grandeur of the room; the vintage feel will take you back to the relaxed pace of a country living.
Teal furnishings in floral prints and panelling across the rooms add to its warmth; soft velvet adorning the accent arm chair with foot stool invites you to complete that book you've been wanting to finish next to a crackling fire as company.
Writing desk, antique cane chair and hand-drawn bird prints adorning the walls make the setting cosy.
The spacious bathroom is fitted with modern amenities including a walk-in rain shower to keep you comfortable.
The only room in the house with twin single beds, it has been decorated with timeless and beautiful peony print furnishings.
Sheer pink curtains, and wall panellings across the room will make you nostalgic for sweet, summertime love.
An antique British cupboard and wing-back chair in soft coral add to the romantic charm of the room.
Decorated with Butah Persian Prints, the Blue Lady room has an antique king bed and empress cupboard from back in the day; a large dresser, writing desk and chair complete the regal look.
It also boasts of a large day bed and expansive windows that open onto the private gardens and the Himalayan Ranges thereafter.
In the evenings, cosy up with wine and jazz music around the fireplace in your very private room.
Done up in antique white and Ming yellow, this room has the feel of a summer cottage.
Parquet flooring and an antique Calcutta bed with soft poster drapes, makes it the cosiest of all rooms.
Slip in the wing-back chair to enjoy the cosy evenings with your favourite read.
Decorated with warm colour furnishings of fuchsia and red, the classic colonial bed with empress cupboard remind you of the "British Raj" with intricately carved headboard, multitude of spindles and turned legs.
Rosewood dressing table, study and cane chair add to the charm of the room.
Though the most special feature is the day bed with sprawling windows that let you enjoy the heavenly mist of the mountains while you sip on fresh Ging tea.
The most spacious of all rooms in the house, the room has luxurious four poster drapes adorning the classic Bengal Bed made from Burma Teak; the eclectic mix of old romance with a twist of fresh lime green and blue colours, bring alive the furnishings.
Slip into the classic wing-back chair around the fireplace while watching your favorite movie or lounge by the window in the additional queen bed in the room.
This room can more appropriately be called a family room because it can easily accommodate a couple with two kids.
The spacious dining room is a place for long lunches, 3 course evening meals, great conversations and good wine; weather permitting (and it usually does) the hotel's team sets the breakfast on the open deck which looks over the rolling tea fields.
Menus are made from fresh, seasonal produce and the hotel's team tryes to give you the own little farm-to-fork experience with the chef picking vegetables from the organic kitchen garden.
Discover the 1400 acres tea estate at your own pace with many activities to choose from - tea plucking to long hikes to picnics.
Located at only half an hour’s drive from Ging Tea Estate, Darjeeling Town set against the Khangchendzonga makes the perfect day trip.
Received as a gift by the Britishers from the Raja of Sikkim, Darjeeling was both a strategic location for them in the Himalayas and their favorite summer retreat.
Start the day early watching the sunrise at Tiger Hill over the mighty Kanchenjunga (India’s highest peak).
It will for sure leave you in awe of the Himalayas and its magnanimity.
Take a ride on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway better known as the "Toy Train" which passes through regions of sheer beauty including the engineering marvel - Batasia Loop.
Stop by at the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute to be inspired by Tenzing Norgay or visit the Lloyd Botanical Gardens.
In the afternoon, lounge around in Mall Road, full with small shops and charming cafes including the famous Keventer’s.
Relax and enjoy evenings with drinks, warm fire and funny company.
Located at only half an hour's drive from Ging Tea Estate, Darjeeling Town set against the Khangchendzonga makes the perfect day trip.
This is open all day. Reminiscent of the old British days, with green leather sofas and bar stools, it is also home to an open fire, LCD TV and a little library. This is a place to enjoy after a long day.
The tea house has a long lobby with huge openings that enjoy the views of the private gardens. This is an ideal setting for those who love to sit and read , enjoy a cup of tea or while away the hours.
With more than 60% of the tea estate left as natural forests, walking trails are the best way to discover untouched nature filled with wild flowers, abundant birdlife, small villages and the sweet rhythm of Nepalese life.
A trip to the tea estate will be incomplete without learning the secrets of the famous Darjeeling cuppa!
GING TEA HOUSE
Lebong ValleyDarjeeling-734105West BengalIndia