The journey of Netukhouse....
"Ne" meaning pilgrimage and "tuk" meaning child, Netukhouse nestled in the heart of Gangtok, is an exemplar of traditional Sikkimmese hospitality. Built in the late fifties, it was the home of Gellong Netuk lama, executive counsellor to the Chogyal, Sir Tashi Namgyal and later his son, Chogyal Palden Thondup Namgyal and one of Sikkim's affluent and prominent politici
ans. The house continues to remain in the family,serving as a home for generations to come. However during the early nineties an old family friend Mr Sherap Thenduf-la better known as the proprietor of the Windamere hotel in Darjeeling, suggested opening up the family home to visitors who wanted to experience Sikkimmese life style. Intrigued by this idea and keen on sharing the rich history the home had to offer, a year later this unconventional suggestion materialized in to " NETUKHOUSE" rightly named after the founder. NETUKHOUSE began with four rooms in the main block and by the end of the late nineties blossomed into the addition of 6 more rooms in a newly annexed wing of the original home. The house is eight sided which is called, Richen Surgay, the depiction of Saltho palri: celestial being of the three buddhas. It has also been blessed by very eminent Rimpoches, who have also been guests in our abode
Coming to the gastronomy: There are few places in Sikkim where you will find the silver palate cookbook next to a jar of freshly picked bamboo shoot. Chumden Namgyal Wife of Pema Namgyal ,of the Shangderpa clan from West Sikkim has been perfecting Himalayan fusion dishes for over 25 years. From Yak to Stinging Nettle to delicately sculpted momo”s,her whole some dishes are nothing short of exquisite. Sourced from her own organic garden and farms Chumden will rarely make an appearance but her gourmand presence is an integral and unforgettable part of the Netukhouse experience. There is an in-house bar called the "DUETSI"
where one can witness the pictures from the yesteryears. local drinks like "Chaang"/ millet beer served in bamboo container with bamboo straw immerses oneself in to a spiritual journey during their stay at Netukhouse .
'ARA' or moonshine on special request can be arranged aswell.
