Yangsum Farm is tucked away far from crowds, in idyllic countryside with a backdrop of the Khangchendzonga group of peaks and the skyline of the Singelila Range. It is located in West Sikkim, NE India, two kms from the small bazaar village of Rinchenpong at an altitude of 1500 metres (four hours drive from Bagdogra airport). Sikkim is just slightly bigger than the area of Delhi, but its size belies its richness of culture, customs, heritage, flora and fauna.
The heritage farmhouse was built in 1833 and remodeled in 1966. It is run by Thendup Tashi, Dorjee Laden, and Pema Chiki, of the Tsechu Tharpa family. They manage the 44 acre mountain farm which consists of open mixed forest of pine, Himalayan alder, schima, chestnut, magnolia, rhododendrons, cherry and others.
They also grow cardamom, avocados, oranges, bananas, pears, apricots, and mangoes. Cultivated agriculture yields maize, paddy, millet, potatoes, ginger, turmeric, and sweet potatoes. In addition to these, seasonal vegetables such as cauliflower, cabbage, tomatoes and peas are also grown. The farm is fully organic.
Accommodation consists of spacious and well furnished double bedrooms, with ensuite bathrooms. All have western style toilets and showers.Rooms- 5 double rooms,with attached bathroom,western style,Geyser fitted in each rooms,with balcony,lawn,ensuite,well furnished,view of the mountain range from the balcony. The house has electricity, and hot and cold running water.
Food- Home cooked food,both veg and non-veg,Darjeeling and Sikkim tea,with snacks,fresh organic vegitables from the garden cooked.
Programmes- visit of the farm,nature walk,village walk,bird watching,enjoy the mountain range,visit local monastries,local market,a day trip to Pemayangtse monastry,Khepochari lake,Rabdestenshe ruins,Pelling,Yuksom,Gangtok.
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