To craft contemporary, luxury vacations for discerning travellers. Lohono is derived from the Hawaiian word “lono” which has associations of relaxation, music and peace. To us it means discovering the pleasures of an idyllic escape. We give a deeper meaning to luxury vacations through opulent homes and meaningful experiences.

Resting on a mountainside at 8,500 ft, Avalon offers a surreal and tranquil vacation experience. The home is located in the town of Kanatal, Uttarakhand, with uninterrupted views of the majestic Himalayas. Five beautiful bedrooms allow you to enjoy a comfortable night’s sleep and offer the cosiest corners to curl up in. The rooms on the upper level and the living room on the lower level open out onto large decks where you can spend hours watching the mesmerising landscape while sipping cups of hot chocolate. Stay in and enjoy home-style meals, bonfires, stargazing and more in the serene atmosphere. Head out and explore the many nature trails and hikes, some of which start right from the home. You can even plan excursions to Kaudia Forest, Tehri Dam, Mussoorie, Chamba and Rishikesh. Witness the landscape of Uttarakhand transform with the winter snowfall and come to life as the rhododendrons bloom in spring

Driving distances: • Sunset Point: 3 minutes • Surkanda Devi Temple: 18 minutes • Chamba: 30 minutes • Dhanaulti Adventure Park: 35 minutes • Tehri Dam: 1 hour 8 minutes • Mussoorie: 1 hour 52 minutes • Dehradun Airport: 2 hours 15 minutes