The Property
About The Countryside
The Countryside Aharbal is a small, quiet retreat near the thundering Aharbal waterfall in south Kashmir. Surrounded by pine forest and shepherd trails, it is made for travellers who want stillness, forest walks and home-style Kashmiri food.
Facilities
- Restaurant
- Forest Deck
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free Parking
- Bonfire
- Guided Walks
- Room Service
In-room amenities
- Room heater
- 24x7 hot water
- Forest view rooms
- Tea/coffee maker
- Packed lunches
- Local guide on request
Accommodation
Rooms & suites
Every room is serviced daily, with heating in winter and hot water around the clock.
Meal plans
EP
European Plan
Room only
CP
Continental Plan
Room with breakfast
MAP
Modified American Plan
Breakfast and dinner
MAPAI
MAPAI
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Dining
Where you'll eat
Kashmiri, Indian, Continental
Chinar — All Day Dining
Our all-day restaurant serving Kashmiri classics, North Indian favourites and continental comfort food.
7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Traditional Kashmiri
Wazwan Table
A curated wazwan experience — rogan josh, gushtaba, tabak maaz and more, served the traditional way.
7:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Beverages & Snacks
Samovar Kahwa Lounge
Saffron kahwa, noon chai, bakarkhani and warm snacks by the fire.
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Nearby
Things to do around you
Nature
Aharbal Waterfall Trail
Walk the pine trail to the Aharbal waterfall and on to Kungwattan meadow with a local guide.
Wellness
Spa & Wellness Rituals
Kashmiri saffron and walnut oil therapies, steam and massage designed for travellers after long mountain days.
Culture
Village & Craft Walk
Meet papier-mâché artisans, pashmina weavers and village families for an honest look at everyday Kashmir.
Reviews
What guests say
Quiet, green and completely away from the crowds. The waterfall walk with their guide was the highlight.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
- What meal plans do you offer?
- We offer EP (room only), CP (breakfast), MAP (breakfast and dinner) and MAPAI (breakfast, lunch and dinner). Meal plans can be chosen during booking.
- Which property is best for families?
- The Countryside Resorts Pahalgam and The Countryside Resorts & Spa Srinagar are our most family-friendly properties, with family rooms, lawns and kid-friendly menus.
- Which property is closest to the Gulmarg Gondola?
- The Countryside Gulmarg is a few minutes from the Gondola base station and the golf course.
- Do you arrange airport transfers?
- Yes. Transfers from Srinagar International Airport can be arranged for all four properties — just add the request during booking or message us on WhatsApp.
- What is your cancellation policy?
- Standard bookings can be cancelled free of charge up to 7 days before arrival. Offer and festival-period rates may carry different conditions, shown at the time of booking.