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Homestay is a type of tourism program which effectively allows the tourist Homestay is a type of tourism program which effectively allows the tourists to get rented accommodation from the local area\u2019s family. This program is helpful in two ways since this efficiently provide them a chance to learn the visited area\u2019s language as well have close information about the local lifestyle of the visited place. The hosting party has benefits to earn some extra money by renting their home area. This cross-cultural activity is available in India\u2019s various places but here in this article we are describing five top Homestay in India and are explained with a little description. Just have a quick look at these five top Homestay in India.<\/p>\n\n\n

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\"Alappuzha<\/a>
Nelpura, Alappuzha in Kerala<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Nelpura, Alappuzha in Kerala<\/strong>\u2013 This inheritance Homestay is almost more than 150 years old home and belonged to a Syrian Christian family. The authentic hosts are Chackochan Edayady and his lovely wife Salimma who run a family farm just off the famous river Pampa. So, this Homestay offers not only a pleasant stay with fresh food and a homely environment but also a close encounter with Kerala\u2019s natural exquisite and wonderful beauty. The average rent is\u00a3100. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"spiti<\/a>
Spiti home stay in Himachal Pradesh<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Spiti Homestay in Himachal Pradesh<\/strong>\u2013 Basically this is just not one Homestay but a full whole society, approximately 14 covering around the six villages of the isolated yet gorgeous Pin Valley that is ardently situated against the ice-covered crests of the Himalayas. Just opt for this renowned Homestay for enjoying home cooked Spitian food along with refreshing mountain air, craggy scenery, and the peculiar yak safari and last but not the least the smiling Spitian faces. The average rent includes \u00a335.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"sirohi<\/a>
Sirohi house Old Delhi<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Sirohi House, Old Delhi<\/strong>\u2013 This is a former house of the royal Maharaja of the Sirohi and is situated close to the Civil Lines in Old Delhi. This Homestay is famous for its grand entrance, highly wrought fireplaces, engraved hardwood, splendid chandeliers and remarkable bits of Hindu temple. The hosts serve adequate sit-down meals, tasty barbecues, delicious buffets, canap\u00e9s, commendable picnics, and splendid room service. Along with these, enjoy nature\u2019s beauty with an urban garden. The average rent is \u00a347.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jaipur Homestay<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Mr. Vikram and Paaro Ranawat\u2019s Homestay in Jaipur<\/strong>\u2013 Mr. Ranawat is a retired officer of Indian air force and Mrs. Ranawat is a descendent of the Rajputana nobility. Their home is situated to the west of Jaipur and is a beautiful suburban villa. This Homestay offers antique-modern furnishings, two fine-looking guest bedrooms, a self-sufficient cottage in the garden and a secretive lounge. The average rent is \u00a326.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"capella<\/a>
Capella in Northern Goa<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Capella in Northern Goa<\/strong>\u2013 This Homestay is owned by Jamshed (ex-merchant marine) and Ayesha Madon who was a former journalist. This is kind of a traditional type of home having two spacious and cool guest rooms along with a self-reliant cottage in their garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Homestay is a type of tourism program which effectively allows the tourist Homestay is a type of tourism program which effectively allows the tourists to get rented accommodation from the local area\u2019s family. 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