Stay and accessibility
Yes, our Home is child friendly.
There is plenty of space to run around and many indoor activities that will keep your children occupied. Since SaffronStays believes that holidays are about families bonding, we do not have any TV in our Homes. The home has instead been stocked with board games such as Ludo. 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.
No, our home is not wheelchair accessible.
Yes, this is a pet-friendly villa. Pets will be charged at an additional cost of Rs. 500 per pet. A refundable deposit may also be applied. Pets are not allowed on any of the furniture and will be restricted to the verandah area. Pet owners need to carry along food and bedding for their pets.
Accommodation
No, you cannot book just one room. You would need to book the entire home.
Yes, driver accommodation is available. Charges for the same are Rs. 500 per person, per night. This does not include meals. Additional charges for meals to be paid to the caretaker onsite, in cash. Up to 1 can be accommodated.
Free parking for 2 cars is available onsite (in a covered parking area).
Yes, the home has a garden/lawn area 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 30 people.
During the day, guests will be allowed to use the washrooms and other amenities at the villa.
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.
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
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 12 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. 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
There is a caretaker onsite.
No. We do not allow stag groups to book this home.
Room specifics
3 bedrooms have lovely double beds, while the 1 bedroom has a set of twin beds.
Yes, we provide towels, toiletries like soap, shampoo, toilet paper, etc.
Yes, all of our bedrooms are air-conditioned.
Yes, the villa has WiFi connection. There is adequate network connectivity, if not 3G then 2G.
Yes, we have a backup inverter in case of rare occasions of power failure. Guests are requested to switch off the ACs during power outages as it consumes more power.
Food and Beverages
We offer simple home cooked meals as well as multiple international cuisines. There is a standard menu available. You can inform the caretaker in advance about your meal preferences (veg/non-veg), specific dietary requirements, etc.
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.
Yes, the home has a separate fridge that can be used to stock things.
Yes, we have a steady supply of filtered drinking water.
Yes, alcohol consumption is permitted within limits. There are no corkage charges.
Payments
No. Members cannot redeem their nights, utilise their privileges, or avail any offers while booking this home.
Security deposit of Rs. 20,000 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.
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 (such as extra meals, pet charges, etc.) 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.
Things to do
Head to Lonavala market and stock up on some Cooper's Fudge and Maganlal Chikki to carry back home.
Savour some delicious strawberry cream and grilled sandwiches at the Mapro Gardens.
Lonavala's famous tourist spots such as Tiger's Point and Bushi Dam are less than 15 minutes away from the home.
Yes, Bushi Dam is nearby. It is about 15 minutes drive from our home. It is a tourist spot. The water body is safe but guests are advised to be careful around it.
Yes, there is a private pool in the home. 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
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.
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 neighbours and keep the noise level mild and within the villa.
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).
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.
Guests are strictly prohibited from crossing into neighboring properties under any circumstances. We request our guests to respect the privacy and personal space of our neighbours.
Safety
Yes, there are CCTV cameras installed in the outside sections. Private bedrooms and bathrooms are not monitored.
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 wall surrounding the premises.
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 i.e lawns, grounds.
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.
Our home is cool and breezy round the year, so you could visit at anytime.
The best way to reach our home is by a private car/ taxi. If you would like to travel by public transport, the best route would be:
Bus: State Transport buses
Train: Mumbai- Goa Express etc.
Air: The closest airport is Mumbai / Goa.
Yes. Please note that toll charges are subject to change, depending on the authorities and the type of vehicle. Guests are requested to carry sufficient cash to cover the toll charge.
Pets
Yes. Pets are allowed in the bedroom, but not inside the bathroom. Guests must be responsible for their pets and any damage caused to the property shall be deducted from the Security Deposit.
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No, we do not provide food and water bowls for pets.
Pet parents must clean up themselves. Guests are requested to carry their own medication for the pets. No bathing facility for pets is provided for pets in our homes.