Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

You can either book one room or the entire home, depending upon the number of people travelling with you. If you would like to book the entire villa, please select the maximum number of rooms possible.

Question 2

Is parking available onsite or nearby?

Accepted Answer

Free parking is available onsite.

Question 3

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. Meals can be arranged at an additional cost (per person, per day). Please note that a maximum of 12 people can be accommodated in the villa for an overnight stay. 

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 functions, please send a message to the host on our website or send us an email at book@saffronstays.com

Question 4

What is the type of cuisine served?

Accepted Answer

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. There is also a facility for barbecues onsite.

Question 5

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 6

Are meals provided onsite? What are the charges?

Accepted Answer

Meals are available at an additional cost of Rs. 500 (veg) per person, per meal and Rs. 600 (non-veg) per person, per meal. Breakfast is included in the tariff. 

Also, fish and mutton preparations shall be charged extra, at actuals which are payable in cash to the caretaker onsite.

Question 7

What are the meal charges for children?

Accepted Answer

Meal charges for children are Rs. 350 (veg) per child, per meal and Rs. 450 (non-veg) per child, per meal. Breakfast is included in the tariff.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

Yes. Fish and mutton preparations shall be charged extra, at actuals which are payable in cash to the caretaker onsite. Please note that this will be subject to availability of ingredients.

Question 9

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 neighbours and keep the noise level mild and within the villa.

Question 10

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. 
Alcohol consumption is permitted within limits. We do not encourage late night revelry or loud music.