This inspiring place offers not just comfortable, atmospheric accommodation, solar-power back-up and great food, but also spiritual nourishment and lots of insights into local culture. The owners, a philosophical adventure sportsman and a former national archery champion, are the ultimate Spiti enthusiasts (see www.himalayanshepherd.co for more). It's advisable to book ahead.
They also have a small shop specialising in local Spiti crafts, including yak-wool shawls and rugs and yak-hair ropes.