Where the Aravalli ridge turns green after the rains, this two-bedroom home sits on a quiet slope just beyond the village of Mangar. Grassy hillsides rise right outside the windows, birdsong takes the place of traffic, and the short drive from Delhi or Faridabad ends somewhere that feels properly rural, with the city still close enough for an easy weekend.

Inside, the mood is relaxed and homely. Wooden-panelled ceilings warm the bedrooms and lounge, while white walls and wide windows frame the slope like a living painting. One bedroom pairs a dark wrought-iron bed with navy cushions and a jute rug; the other is softer, with a cream headboard, wooden nightstands and a splash of colourful art. Both invite long lie-ins, with crisp white linen and lamps that glow amber after sunset.