Holiday rentals with lake access in Ladakh Division

If you want to experience your first snow, begin with Bhaderwah and choose Colonel Kuldeep Singh as host. It is worth every penny. We were a group of 5 (2 males and 3 females) visiting Udhampur for a wedding. I pinged Kuldeep for a place to stay at Bhaderwah. "Bhaderwah is safe for girls and you'll get to see snow" was his first response. He offered a two-day itinerary from pickup at Udhampur to drop at Jammu Airport. We were accompanied by his buddy Mr. Balbir Singh, and his wife, Ms. Romi. Colonel never treated us like tourists, I got a peek of a traveler's life. We had home cooked meals from chef Romi. We visited Jai Ghati, a white heaven. Not many know Bhaderwah is a tourist spot, so we had the snow to ourselves. Kuldeep is passionate about promoting tourism in Bhaderwah. He introduced us to the locals. We went on a morning trek at Chhuna. Visited Guldanda to see the view of snow capped mountains. But it was crowded and windy. We left and Balbir was driving like a pro on icy roads.

I had a great stay at this place with my mom and sister. The pricing is reasonable, and the location is incredibly peaceful, offering breathtaking views. While it may seem a bit away from the market, it’s actually just a 10-minute drive, so you get the best of both worlds—serenity and convenience. That said, it’s important to set the right expectations before booking. Since this is Kashmir, some things might not align with typical expectations, but rest assured, the host and caretaker are exceptional. They were always available and went above and beyond to assist us at any hour. Overall, I highly recommend this place. I would stay here again without hesitation. The views, the tranquility, and the hospitality make it a fantastic choice—just keep an open mind about the regional differences, and you’ll have a wonderful experience.

Suraj is a superhost and nice person. He is very friendly and took care of all our arrangements. Morning pahadon wala maggi was also superb. The view of Sissu lake and Sissu waterfall is just stunning. Comfortable budgeted stay if you are looking for stay in Sissu.