A member
of the Elgin Heritage Group of Hotels at Kalimpong, District Darjeeling
in the Himalayas. The Silver Oaks symbolizes an era gone by.
Lounging in the landscaped gardens in a riot of colours all year round,
one is treated to a magnificent view. When the sky is clear, the imposing
peaks of the Kanchenjunga range can be spotted past the rolling blue
green hills, the bottom of one's frame of vision ablaze with blooming
petunias and asters , the serrated violet edges of iris, iridescent
butterflies fitting through multi-coloured azalias, drooping geraniums,
proud orchids, lavender camilias…it is heaven on earth. The bracing
mountain air adds to the flavours of Darjeeling tea that you sip, sitting
in one of the quaint gazebos that dot the sloping gardens of The Silver
Oaks.
The Silver Oaks is a legend and was built in 1930. Once the family home
of a leading British Jute Magnate, Mr./Mrs. John Mason lived in Kalimpong
for over 40 years. They loved Kalimpong and their dedicated contribution
is prevalent. They left a landmark........ The Silver Oaks Today.
The property moved on to Mr. Frederick Desraj, a prominent architect
of Old Kalimpong, one of the land marks being the old Teesta Bridge.
Finally The Silver Oaks was acquired by the The Elgin Heritage Hotels
of the Himalayas. The restoration work took five years to complete.
Water colours and lithographs by old masters adorn the walls. Period
furniture offer comfort as well as add to the old world opulence of
the interiors.
ACCOMMODATION
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The Silver Oaks is a reminiscent of the British Raj. The chamber
maids in frilled checked Aprons, the hot water bags in your bed,
the bed tea served with tea cozies & coockies. The teak and oak
floor boards take you back into a by gone era. The furniture is
all period.
Antic Wall Hangings and Lithographs are prominent features. All
the bed rooms are bright and sunny with a magnificent view of
the Mountains and landscaped gardens. All the amenities of luxury
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BAR : The
Oak Bar welcomes you in the evening. A perfect corner to unwind.
A well stocked bar and a large choice of cocktails and a list
of snacks on order. The decor is period and the atmosphere soothing.
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DINING
: Service
is highly personalized and available round the clock. Room service
is provided. The Silver Oaks High Tea with cakes and cookies
is served in the tea lounge or in the garden. The Silver Restaurant
is multi cuisine and can seat one hundred guests. Candle light
dinners and the glow of the old fire places and the piano playing
for you would make a memorable evening.
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HOTEL SERVICES & FACILITIES : |
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FACILITIES
AND SERVICES
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Modern conveniences have been subtly merged with the old world
charm of the hotels in The Elgin Group. Changes have been necessitated
in adding these modern amenities in our Heritage properties.
However, all efforts have been made to blend in preserving the
look and feel of yore.
Common
Amenities :
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Attached private bath with showers.
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Running hot and cold water - 24 hrs.
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Telephone with International dialing and Net-connectivity .
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Colour television with satellite channels.
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Multi-channel music in public areas.
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Round the clock room service .
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Laundry and dry cleaning service .
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Currency exchange .
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Safe deposit lockers .
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Baby sitting arrangements.
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Travel desk .
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Doctor on call.
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Car parking area.
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Banquet and conference facilities .
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Communication : fax and e-mail.
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