The Poddar Retreat is operated by a local host family known for warm hospitality and personal attention to guests. The host typically stays on or near the property and is available to help with local guidance, meal services, and basic travel arrangements. Fluent in Hindi and Bengali (and sometimes English), the hosts are approachable and known to assist guests with regional tips, including nature trails, wildlife safari bookings, or nearby tea garden visits. Prior guests have appreciated their respectful, down-to-earth service.

Poddar Retreat is a modest, nature-surrounded riverside homestay located near the Neora River and lush forest zones of the Dooars. The property features non-AC rooms with basic furnishings, ideal for a tranquil getaway in the lap of nature. It offers family-friendly and couple-friendly accommodations with scenic garden or river views, ample open space, and free on-site parking. Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) are available upon request, featuring local and Indian cuisine. While it lacks luxury amenities, its charm lies in simplicity, clean surroundings, and direct access to riverside serenity.

Situated in Neora Majhiali, near Lataguri and Malbazar, the retreat is in a peaceful, semi-rural neighborhood surrounded by forests, riverbeds, tea gardens, and wildlife zones. This is part of the larger Dooars region, known for its biodiversity, Gorumara National Park, and Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary. The area is great for nature walks, bird watching, fishing, and eco-tourism. Shops and restaurants are a few kilometers away, so most visitors rely on in-house meals or bring essentials. It’s serene, off-the-grid, and ideal for disconnecting from city noise.