At the edge of Dudhwa National Park, this restored 80-year-old hunting lodge channels the romance of India’s old jungle estates without feeling staged or precious. Exposed brick walls, scalloped arches, hand-painted murals and long stone corridors open onto dense greenery filled with banyan, neem and towering palms. The heritage buildings feel cool and expansive, with soaring ceilings, colorful woven rugs, cane settees and softly worn antiques that give the manor an easy, lived-in character. Just beyond the grounds lies one of India’s richest wildlife regions, where tiger territory, elephant corridors and tall grasslands stretch across the Terai landscape.

Guest rooms balance period details with polished comfort. Ornate wallpaper, carved wood furnishings and hand-painted cabinets sit alongside crisp king beds dressed in layered linens and richly textured fabrics. Tall windows pull in garden light while oversized layouts create space to lounge after safari drives. Bathrooms are spacious and refined with walk-in showers, premium bath amenities and generous vanities. Rooms also include air conditioning, Wi-Fi, minibar, safe, bathrobes, coffee and tea facilities and a writing desk. Select accommodations are located within the heritage wing while elevated villas immerse guests deeper into the surrounding forest canopy.

Enjoy Indian and global dishes at the on-site restaurant, including smoky kebabs, slow-cooked curries and warm breads fresh from the tandoor, while Safari Club mixes cocktails and small plates in a lounge inspired by vintage expedition camps. An outdoor pool, shaded courtyards and garden pathways create inviting spaces to gather between wildlife excursions.