Question 1

Can I book only one or two rooms, or do I need to book the entire Home?

Accepted Answer

No, you cannot book just one room. You would need to book the entire home.

Question 2

Is parking available onsite or nearby?

Accepted Answer

Free parking is available onsite for up to 10 cars.

Question 3

Is the villa suitable for a day picnic?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the home has a lawn area within the premises that could be used for outdoor picnic activities. Vegetarian meals will be provided on-site at an additional charge (per person, per meal). Please note that the maximum capacity for an overnight stay is 20 people. During the day, guests will be allowed to use the washrooms and other amenities at the villa.

Question 4

Can I reserve your place for special functions such as engagement ceremony, a small wedding ceremony or a birthday party, etc?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we do allow events/shoots at the villa, subject to Home Owner's approval. Vegetarian meals can be arranged at an additional cost (per person, per day). Please note that a maximum of 20 people can be accommodated in the villa for an overnight stay. 

Access to the pool will be subject to the home owner's approval. Depending on the event and its requirements, a refundable deposit and additional charges may be applied. Please note that loud music (if needed for your function) will only be permitted during certain hours. Any other permissions required for photoshoot/functions will need to be taken by the guests themselves. 

If you wish to book our home for functions/shoots, please send a message to the host on our website or send us an email at book@saffronstays.com

Question 5

Is Driver and/or House-Help accommodation available?

Accepted Answer

Driver accommodation is available. There is a separate room for maids/ nannies/ guest's service staff as well. We can host up to 4 adults at an additional charge of INR 1000 per person, per day.

Question 6

Are meals provided onsite?

Accepted Answer

Meals are provided at an additional cost. Barbeque is also available, on request, at an additional cost of INR 700 per person, per day.

The culinary experience here is about indulgence and fine living. We present a selection of food that represents the area/ state our chefs belong to and the world you've seen.

You can enjoy gourmet, multi-cuisine breakfast, lunch, high tea and dinner spreads during your stay. Tea/Coffee will be served during breakfast and evening tea time. If you would like tea/coffee at any other time of the day, it can be arranged at an additional charge.

Question 7

What is the type of cuisine served?

Accepted Answer

The culinary experience here is about indulgence and fine living. We present a selection of food that represents the area/ state our chefs belong to and the world you've seen.

You can enjoy gourmet, multi-cuisine breakfast, lunch, high tea and dinner spreads during your stay.

Question 8

Is outside food allowed? Are we allowed to cook ourselves?

Accepted Answer

Guests are not allowed to access the kitchen. However, mothers of infants or small children will have limited access to boil milk or prepare their kids meals.

Question 9

Do you allow us to stock things in your fridge?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can use the common fridge to store food/beverages.

Question 10

Can I pay the caretaker some extra money and request the Cook to prepare fish or mutton dishes for us?

Accepted Answer

No, this is a veg-only villa.

Question 11

Is there an aquaguard for drinking water supply?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is an Aquaguard, that is serviced regularly.

Question 12

Is Alcohol allowed? Are there any corkage charges?

Accepted Answer

Yes, alcohol consumption is permitted within limits. There is ample ice stocked in the fridge.

Snacks and other beverages can be arranged if advance notice is given to the caretaker. This amount will need to be paid to the onsite caretaker in cash, at the end of your stay.

Question 13

What are the meal charges for children?

Accepted Answer

Children up to the age of 3 shall not be charged for meals. Barbeque is available on request at INR 700 per person.

Question 14

Do you allow loud music?

Accepted Answer

Given the location of our home, playing loud music is allowed within limit and during specific time/hours. We have speakers with a USB port onsite, so you could attach your phone, pendrive to the music system.

Guests are requested to respect our neighbors and keep the noise level mild and within the villa.

Question 15

Is smoking / alcohol consumption permitted?

Accepted Answer

Yes, smoking is allowed but strictly not inside the home. If you wish to smoke, please do so outside in the garden/lawn area.

Question 16

What are the Check-in & Check-out timings? May I request for late check-outs or an early check-in?

Accepted Answer

Check-in time at 1 pm and check-out time is 10 am. Please note that check-out timings are strict as we need to ready the rooms for our next booking. Guests are requested to respect the timing of other guests as well. In case you wish to check in a little early or check out a little late, do inform us at the time of booking. Additional charges will be applied. Late check-out charges includes meals (lunch).

Question 17

What formalities are needed during check-in and check-out?

Accepted Answer

As required by law, all adults have to provide their government-approved Photo IDs (that clearly show their residential address) at the time of Check-in. Your co-operation is of utmost importance to us.

Question 18

We're planning to drive down. Are the roads good? Any specific things we need to know?

Accepted Answer

While roads connecting to the property are good, guests are advised to check the road and weather conditions before leaving for a road trip. The road leading to the villa is slightly patchy. 

You can opt for the Ro-Ro service between Mumbai - Mandwa to get to the home.

Question 19

Who manages the villa?

Accepted Answer

There is a caretaker onsite.

Question 20

Can I reserve your Home for a Film/ Photo/ Advertisement shoot?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we do allow events/shoots at the villa, subject to Home Owner's approval. Meals can be arranged at an additional cost (per person, per day).

Access to the pool will be subject to home owner's approval. Depending on the event and its requirements, a refundable deposit and additional charges may be applied. Please note that loud music (if needed for your function) will only be permitted during certain hours. Any other permissions required for photo shoot/functions will need to be taken by the guests themselves. 

If you wish to book our home for functions/shoots, please send a message to the host on our website or send us an email at book@saffronstays.com

Question 21

Are stag groups allowed to book this home?

Accepted Answer

No. We do not allow bachelor and stag groups to book this home.

Question 22

What is the cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

HERE" > Bookings for X Series Homes cannot be cancelled, rescheduled, and are non-refundable. Please have a look at the cancellation policy <a href="https://www.saffronstays.com/cancellation-policy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE

Question 23

Can I pay 50% now and pay the remaining 50% closer to the date?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, there is no option for part payment. Guests are required to pay 100% of the payment before check-in.

Question 24

Can I redeem any offers while booking this home?

Accepted Answer

No. Members cannot redeem their nights, utilise their privileges, or avail any offers while booking this home.

Question 25

How can I make a payment?

Accepted Answer

Once you have chosen your dates and your booking has been accepted, you will receive a payment link where the payment can be processed.

In case you're unable to make an online payment through the link, you could also deposit the cash in our bank account directly. We also offer other options like PayTM, NEFT/IMPS or UPI.

Question 26

How and when do I pay for the Security Deposit and how and when is it returned to me?

Accepted Answer

A security deposit of Rs. 10,000 per room is to be paid online two days prior to the check-in. If no damages are observed, the deposit will be returned after check-out within 5 business days by NEFT.

Question 27

Do you provide toiletries and bath towels?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we provide toiletries like towels, soap, shampoo, toilet paper, etc.

Question 28

Does the villa face frequent power outages? Are there any invertors or gensets to address this issue?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we have a backup genset in case of power failure. However, please note during power cuts only 1 out of the 2 AC will be functional in each bedroom.

Question 29

How many extra mattresses can be provided?

Accepted Answer

1 extra mattress can be arranged onsite per room. Our home has adequate bed sheets, blankets and pillows for extra bedding.

Question 30

What type of beds, mattresses do you have?

Accepted Answer

Our bedrooms have lovely queen-sized beds. All our mattresses have mattress protectors.

Question 31

Is the Home air-conditioned?

Accepted Answer

Yes, bedrooms are air-conditioned.

Question 32

Is there Internet/ 3G/ WiFi connection available onsite?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the home has a WiFi connection. There is adequate network connectivity.

Question 33

Are the premises monitored using CCTVs?

Accepted Answer

No, there are no CCTV cameras installed in the villa.

Question 34

Is the villa and its surroundings well lit up?

Accepted Answer

The villa is well lit up. There is enough lighting even in the surrounding areas i.e lawns, grounds.

Question 35

Is there a security guard / watchman?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The home has a watchman.

Question 36

Can stray dogs enter the premises?

Accepted Answer

No, the home is within a fenced area. However, should a stray dog enter, inform the caretaker and he will address the issue.

Question 37

Is the property properly fenced? Is there a boundary wall?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our home has a wall surrounding the premises.

Question 38

Is there First-aid kit available at your Home?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we do have a first-aid kid onsite, stocked with Dettol, band-aids and over-the-counter medicines like Metacin, Crocin etc.

Question 39

Is this home child-friendly?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our home is child friendly.

Question 40

Is this home senior citizen friendly?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our home is elderly-friendly.

Question 41

Is the place pet-friendly?

Accepted Answer

No, this home is not pet-friendly.  Pets are not allowed in the pool.

Question 42

Is the villa wheelchair accessible?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our home is wheelchair accessible. There are ramps right up to the home.

Question 43

Is there a beach close by and is it clean and safe?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the beach right in front of our home. The beach is safe and has white sand. The tides are safe, but we recommend you to enjoy the waves from a distance post-sunset. The beach is absolutely private, with no intruders. The beach is not accessible after 10 PM.

Question 44

Is there a pool?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is a private pool. Pool timings are between 8 am to 10 pm. As there is no lifeguard on hand, guests are advised to be cautious (especially around kids) and to refrain from swimming late at night. Our pool is available for poolside parties. However, we recommend keeping alcohol, food and glass bottles away from the pool to avoid accidents.

Question 45

What can we do for fun around the property?

Accepted Answer

- Host sundowners or poolside celebrations for your friends and family.
- The home is close to several famous attractions of Alibaug. You can visit places like Mandwa beach (10 minutes), Awas beach (15 minutes), Karmarkar Museum of Sculpture (5 minutes) and much more!

Question 46

Are there water bodies nearby?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the home is right on Mandwa beach!

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