White Haven Estate is situated at Dharamshala at an elevation of 4500 feet (1500m) above sea level, in the beautiful Kangra valley of Himachal Pradesh, India.

White Haven Estate is surrounded by its Tea gardens and private forests, and commands a breath-taking and panoramic view of the Dhauladhar mountains, 16000 feet (5000m) to the North and Kangra valley to the South.

Original Map of the White Haven Estate
Formerly known as "East Home", the house belonged to Robert Shaw, the great European adventurer and trader, and the first european to enter the Central Asian city of Kashgarh. Robert Shaw and his brother-in-law, John Younghusband, planted the Tea gardens around 1857. The house and the gardens were later sold to Mr. Henry White (who renamed "East Home", "White Haven"), Major Montague and Miss Hugh Frazer. "White Haven" was bought by the family of the present owners, on 11th Feb, 1897, and is now a quality country home hotel.

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Accommodation :

Located in a 250 acre garden, the house has tastefully furnished, well kept large size suites, with TV, phone and refrigerator. FREE accommodation is provided on the premises for accompanying servants, drivers(chauffeurs). Garages as well as spacious open tarmac for safe and secure parking are provided in the premises. Excellent food, quiet and tranquility, disturbed only by the birds, long and private walks in the gardens will make your visit a memorable one.

• The rooms have a mix of natural and artificial lighting providing pleasant and relaxed surroundings.
• All our rooms are well furnished with large spacious beds to make your stay as comfortable as possible.
• After a walk through the tea estates, relax in the library.
• Ample space of the drawing room ensure that there is adequate seating available to entertain your guests.

Around White Haven :

While you establish your base at Dharamshala, the excellent surroundings provide an opportunity to investigate the Himalayas.
The lush green tea gardens adds charm to the unique location of this estate.

Besides having a look at the immediate surroundings, you can also plan your visits to other places of tourist interest located near Dharamshala.

Day trips

Masrer rock-cut temple and Kangra Fort.

Mcleodganj, Dalai Lama's Palace, St. John's church (Lord Elgin's grave) and the Tibetan market.

Norbulingka (Tibetan art and craft center), Gyutoe Monstery of the Kargyu Sect, Head Karmapa and the Chamunda temple.

Treks

One day trek/picnic to Triund 9000 feet (2800m)

Three Day trek to Indrahar Pass 14000 feet (4000m)

Five day trek to Kareri Dal 12000 feet (3500m)

With excellent transportation facilities available, you are guaranteed to enjoy your trip to these places.