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 Driver and/or House-Help accommodation available?

Accepted Answer

No, driver's accommodation is not available.

Question 3

Is parking available onsite or nearby?

Accepted Answer

Free parking space for 2 cars is available onsite.

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 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 10 people can be accommodated in the villa for an overnight stay. Access to the pool will be subject to homeowner'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 functions will need to be taken by the guests themselves. If you wish to book our home for shoots, please send a message to the host on our website or send us an email at book@saffronstays.com

Question 5

What is the type of cuisine served?

Accepted Answer

We offer simple vegetarian home-cooked meals. There is a standard menu available. You can inform the caretaker in advance about your meal preferences, specific dietary requirements, etc.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

No, outside meals are not allowed. 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 7

Is Alcohol allowed? Are there any corkage charges?

Accepted Answer

Yes, alcohol consumption is permitted within limits.

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 8

What are the meal charges for children?

Accepted Answer

Children  up to the age of 6 shall not be charged for meals.
Children in the age group 6-11 shall be charged Rs 1000 per day.

Question 9

Are meals provided onsite? What are the charges?

Accepted Answer

We provide healthy home-cooked meals prepared using locally sourced fresh ingredients. We recommend trying out our local chef's veg speciality like Paneer Makhanwala, Baingan Bharta, Mixed Veg, Dal Tadka and Bengali vegetable preparations. 

Must try - The succulent Gulab Jamuns and Moong Dal Halwa

Meal Pricing is as follows:
Adults (Veg): Rs 1600 per person, per day
Children: 1000 per person, per day
Meals are taxable and must be paid online while booking.
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 10

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. 

Guests are requested to respect our neighbors and keep the noise level mild and within the villa.