Glow of a Firefly - Family Homestay
Overview
Discover a Different Side of the Kathmandu Valley Experience authentic Nepali hospitality with a stay in a small, family-run homestay in Kageshwori Manohara Municipality. Your hosts, Dipak and Sunila, warmly welcome you into their home, offering a unique glimpse into daily life beyond the tourist hubs. Located within walking distance of local attractions such as Navatandham (Shree Krishna Pranami Temple), Buddha Stupa, the Pashupatinath Temple complex, and Gothatar Water Fun Park, this is a lively and less-touristy base from which to explore. Amenities: -Twin bedroom with two large mattresses and a private bathroom -Free WiFi -Handwashing facilities and clothesline -Access to the kitchen, lounge and terrace Cost: ~$15 USD per person per night, including bed and breakfast (other meals available as optional extras). Meals feature predominantly vegetarian, home-cooked local cuisine. Make a Difference While You Stay Your visit supports a local charity-run kindergarten, and you're welcome to get involved with the children and the community. Volunteering opportunities include: -Light manual work (gardening, litter picking, simple construction, painting) -Assisting with social media and online presence -Conversing and playing with children in English -Sharing ideas to help develop the kindergarten Come as a guest, leave as a friend—and know your stay is helping the community thrive.
House Rules
Remove your shoes before entering the home. Respect quiet hours after 9:30 PM. No smoking, alcohol, or drug use inside the house. No visitors without prior permission. Participation in meals is welcomed, please inform us in advance if you will not be joining. Please inform us of your plans if you will return late. Support an atmosphere of kindness, honesty, and mutual respect.