Your own jungle cottage.
Magpie Cottage is a private three-bedroom villa nestled on the edge of the Kalagarh Tiger Reserve in Simalsaira, Uttarakhand. Set among sal forests and alongside the Palain river, it's an intimate retreat where the forest begins where the garden ends.
3 Bedrooms
Private & spacious
Sleeps 6–8
Entire villa for you
Pet Friendly
Furry friends welcome
Tiger Reserve
8.6 km to Jim Corbett
Where The Jungle
Meets The River
Grounded in the Wild Heart of Kalagarh
At Corbett's western fringe lies the Kalagarh Tiger Reserve—more secluded and less frequented, yet abundant in sal forests, winding river valleys, and vital wildlife corridors inhabited by elephants, tigers, and a wide array of species. In contrast to Corbett's busier, resort-filled zones, Kalagarh has preserved its rugged, untouched character—a landscape where the forest remains authentic and untamed.
Discover Our Story
Three bedrooms.
Each one a retreat.
Absolutely blissful place ensconced in a veritable green fortress with a gurgling gushing stream for company.
Rajesh Madan
via Airbnb
Six hours from Delhi.
A world away.
Located in Simalsaira, Uttarakhand 246155 — accessible by road from Delhi, Dehradun, and Haridwar. The final stretch is a scenic forest drive.
Stories from
The Jungle
Discover the magic of Magpie Cottage through our curated moments. Follow us for daily inspiration, wildlife sightings, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into life at the retreat.
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Book your stay
Reserve our private villa with stunning wilderness views
Nature experiences
Experience the pristine beauty of the Himalayan foothills
Bonfire Nights
Relax under the stars with our evening bonfire sessions
Escape to Magpie Cottage — where the only notifications are birdsong and the river.