Question 1

Is drivers' accommodation available?

Accepted Answer

There is no separate accommodation available for drivers.

Question 2

Is there separate accommodation for domestic help?

Accepted Answer

There is no separate accommodation available for domestic help. They will be charged as an extra guest.

Question 3

Is parking available onsite or nearby? Is it chargeable or free?

Accepted Answer

Yes, free parking is available onsite. There is also a public car park nearby.

Question 4

Is the villa suitable for a day picnic?

Accepted Answer

No, our villa is not suitable for outdoor events. However, we could host up to 20 guests for an indoor gathering. Meals can be provided onsite at an additional charge. Please note that the villa has a maximum capacity of 9 people for an overnight stay.

Question 5

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. Meals will be charged at an additional cost. Please note that a maximum of 9 people can be accommodated in the villa for an overnight stay. 

Depending on the event, a refundable deposit and special charges may be applied. Please note that loud music 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 6

Can I reserve your Home for a few weeks for a Film or a Photo or an Advertisement shoot?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we do allow events/shoots at the villa. Meals will be charged at an additional cost. Please note that a maximum of 9 people can be accommodated in the villa for an overnight stay. 

Depending on the event, a refundable deposit and special charges may be applied. Please note that loud music 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 7

Are meals provided onsite?

Accepted Answer

Meals will be provided onsite at an additional cost (per person, per meal).  There is a standard menu available. Guests are requested to inform the caretaker in advance about their meal preferences. Please note that meals will be served in the dining room.

Question 8

What is the type of cuisine served?

Accepted Answer

We offer simple home cooked meals. For breakfast we offer upma /idli /dosa /eggs+toast along with tea/coffee/juice. For lunch and dinner, we offer Indian fare including chapatis, dal, rice, vegetables /chicken /fish /mutton /seafood. If informed in advance, the caretaker can also prepare pastas and soups.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

We do not allow guests to cook their own meals at this villa. Should you decide to order-in or step out for meals, the caretaker will be available to help you with the menus of nearby restaurants. 

Mothers of infants or small children will be allowed access to the kitchen to boil milk or prepare simple meals.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

We do not allow guests to cook their own meals at this villa. Should you decide to order-in or step out for meals, the caretaker will be available to help you with the menus of nearby restaurants. 

Mothers of infants or small children will be allowed access to the kitchen to boil milk or prepare simple meals.