Stay and accessibility
The best way to reach our home is by a private car/ taxi. Our home is five minutes away from the Mandwa Jetty via auto or car. Once you take the road from the Mandwa Jetty, go straight until you see Countryside Inn. Take a right from there.
Yes, our Home is child friendly. There is plenty of space to run around, a pool and board games that will keep your children occupied.
There is also a basic first-aid kit, stocked with Dettol, band-aids, etc., for minor injuries. Parents are advised to be cautious when allowing kids to run around.
Yes, our home is senior citizen friendly. The home has 3 bedrooms on the ground floor with a small set of steps that can be comfortably climbed. The 4th room is on the first floor. All the bedrooms have private bathrooms, again easy to access at night without any supervision.
No, our home is not wheelchair accessible.
No, this is not a pet-friendly villa.
Accommodation
No, you cannot book just one room. You would need to book the entire home.
Up to 4 domestic helps can be accommodated at an additional charge of Rs. 1000 per person, per day. This includes accommodation and meals. No driver accommodation is available at the villa. Only meals are provided at Rs. 500.
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). Please note that a maximum of 14 people can be accommodated in the villa for an overnight stay.
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.
Yes, the home has a garden and a pool within the premises that could be used for outdoor picnic activities. 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 14 people.
During the day, guests will be allowed to use the washrooms and other amenities at the villa.
Free parking is available onsite.
Others
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). Please note that a maximum of 14 people can be accommodated in the villa for an overnight stay.
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.
There is a caretaker onsite.
No. We do not allow stag groups to book this home.
Room specifics
All our bedrooms have king size beds. All our mattresses have mattress protectors.
Yes, WiFi is available. There is adequate network connectivity, if not 3G then 2G.
Yes, we have a backup genset in case of rare occasions of power failure. Guests are requested to switch off the ACs during power outages as it consumes more power.
Yes, we provide toiletries like soap, shampoo, toilet paper, and towels.
Yes, all of our bedrooms are air-conditioned.
2 air beds, 3 extra mattresses and an Ikea sofa cum bed can be arranged onsite. Our home has adequate bed sheets, blankets and pillows for extra bedding.
Food and Beverages
We offer simple home cooked meals. There is a standard menu available. You can inform the caretaker in advance about your meal preferences (veg/non-veg), specific dietary requirements, etc.
Yes, you can use the fridge to store food/beverages.
Yes, we have a steady supply of filtered drinking water.
Yes, alcohol consumption is permitted within limits. There are no corkage charges.
Outside food is not allowed in the villa. Guests can access the kitchen at an additional charge of Rs. 2500 per day. Guests need to procure ingredients on their own.
Fish and mutton dishes (subject to availability) can be served at an additional cost, which is payable at actuals.
Meals are provided onsite. Meals will be charged at an additional cost.
Meals will be charged at Rs. 1,500 (Non Veg) and Rs. 1,300 (Veg) per night for an adult.
Tea/Coffee will be served during breakfast and afternoon tea time. If you would like tea/coffee during the day, this will be arranged at an additional charge.
Meals for children under 6-12 years will be charged Rs. 750 (Non Veg) and Rs. 650 (Veg) per night per child.
No, this is not a self-catered villa.
Things to do
1. This luxury villa in Alibaug has a number of board games and other games such as Carrom Board, Badminton, Ludo, Scrabble, Chess, UNO, Rummy Counters and Cards that will ensure you bond with your family offline.Â
2. The home has the perfect blend for happy celebrations - space, easy to navigate, privacy and good vibes!Â
3. Feel the ocean breeze caress your skin at Mandwa Beach, which is 5 minutes from the home.
Yes the Mandwa beach is within walking distance. The tides are safe, but we recommend you to enjoy the waves from a distance post sunset.
The Mandwa beach is situated at a driving distance of five minutes and a walking distance of 10 minutes from the home.
Yes, there is a private pool within the complex. Pool timings are between 8 am to 10 pm. The water is chlorinated. 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.
House Rules
Given the location of our home, playing loud music is allowed within limit and during specific time/hours. Guests are requested to respect our neighbors and keep the noise level mild and within the villa.
Yes, smoking is allowed. Alcohol consumption is permitted within limits. We do not encourage late night revelry or loud music.
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.
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.
Safety
No, there are no CCTVs installed as of now.
No, the home is within a fenced area. However, should a stray dog enter, inform the caretaker and he will address the issue.
Yes, our home has a gated enclosure.
Yes, we do have a first-aid kid onsite, stocked with Dettol, band-aids and over-the-counter medicines like Metacin, Crocin etc.
The villa is well lit up. There is enough lighting even in the surrounding areas.
The home is located within a gated complex.
Payments
A Guest is entitled to a refund of 75% if he/she cancels the confirmed booking upto 15 days before the Date of Check-In (before 1 PM). A Guest is entitled to a refund of 50% if he/she cancels the confirmed booking upto 7 days before the Date of Check-In (before 1 PM) If the Guest cancels within 7 days of the Date of Check-In, he/she is entitled to no refund.
Unfortunately, there is no option for part payment. Guests are required to pay 100% of the payment before check-in.
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.
All additional payments will have to be paid to the caretaker onsite in cash at the end of your stay.
In special circumstances, we do accept these payments through PayTM.
Security deposit is to be paid two days prior to check-in. If no damages are observed, the deposit will be returned during check-out itself or by NEFT within 5 business days after check-out.
How to get there
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 home is approximately a 4 hour drive from Mumbai. Alternatively, one could catch a bus or train to reach the station nearest to the ferry from Mumbai (CSMT). Get down at Mandwa jetty. The home is at a 5-minute distance. Follow the road from Mandwa jetty and take a right once you reach Countryside Inn.