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Cave house, Hampi

Kardigudda, Hampi

A quiet house in a green valley

The stay

Tucked among giant boulders and forested hills near Hampi, Karnataka, this rustic farmstay offers simple, cave-style rooms that blend into the rocky landscape. The surroundings may look barren at first, with enormous boulders scattered across the hills, but the farm itself is dotted with trees that create a lovely play of sunlight and shadows. Birds chirp through the day, and if you keep the noise down, you might hear peacocks calling from nearby.

The hilltop is the perfect spot to watch the sunset, followed by a quiet evening around the bonfire under a star-filled sky. There’s no pressure to do anything here. Spend time in silence, meditate, pick up that book, or finally make space for painting or writing. It’s the kind of place where you can put your screen aside and simply enjoy being present.

A spare room looking into green

Around & experiences

  • Sunset from the Terrace

    Climb a few steps past the boulders, settle in with a cup of tea, and watch the sun slowly dip below the horizon.

  • The Megalithic Hirebenakal Dolmens

    Hirebenakal Dolmens is an Iron Age (800–200 BCE) site featuring over 1,000 ancient stone structures and rock art. Discover a rare 2.2-metre stone boulder that produces musical tones when struck. Spread across a granite hillock, the site features over 1,000 ancient stone structures, including distinctive dolmens.

  • Hampi

    Explore the iconic Virupaksha Temple and Vittala Temple, with its famous stone chariot, the grand temple complexes, intricately carved pillars, ancient marketplaces and royal ruins scattered across a surreal boulder-strewn landscape.
    The stay is 30km from the monuments of Hampi with one hr drive. Be prepared to start early.

  • Bird watching

    Explore the farm and surrounding landscape with a guided birdwatching walk. Spot local birds and listen to their calls along the way..

  • Stargazing

    Look up at the night sky away from the city lights. A telescope can be arranged to bring stars and celestial wonders a little closer..

  • Campfire

    Gather around a cosy campfire as the evening settles in. Enjoy the warmth, quiet conversations and the sounds of nature

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Food

The food is home cooked vegetarian fare, with local favourites like jowar bhakri, prepared and served with warmth. There are no restaurants nearby.

Good to know

  • Getting there

    By train you can reach Koppal, Hospet or Hubli. By flight nearest airport is Hubli. Transport will be arranged to reach farmstay from airport/train station. If you drive, farmstay is 19kms away from SH 130/SH 63.

  • Walks & steps

    The homestay is on a hillside, with around 300 steps from the road. Dont worry about luggage, porters will be arranged.
    The climb can be tiresome but if you take good 2-3 breaks, sit and enjoy the streams, the dense forestation, the cold soothing wind, this becomes a freshing activity in itself.

  • Connectivity

    Mobile network is very weak, not reliable. WiFi is available at the property.

Inclusions & exclusions

What's included

  • Stay for the selected dates
  • Transportation from/to the airport/railway station
  • Breakfast and Dinner
  • Lunch if confirmed at booking

Not included

  • Guided or specially arranged activities are excluded but can be arranged as optional add-ons

Before booking

  • Confirm meal plans, extra-person charges, cancellation terms and activity costs.
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