Stay and accessibility
Little Paradise is located in Agardanda, a small coastal village located 9 kilometers south of Murud. If travelling from Mumbai, take the RoRo or ferry to reach Mandwa jetty. Take Alibag - Revas Rd to Alibag - Ramraj - Roha Rd for 18 kms. Continue on Alibag - Ramraj - Roha Rd. Take Alibag-Revadanda Rd and Revdanda - Murud Rd to Agardanda Jetty Rd in Haphijkhar. Take a slight right at St Stand Agardanda onto Agardanda Jetty Rd - the villa will be to your right.
The home is approximately a four and a half hour drive from Mumbai. If you aren't taking the ferry, and driving down instead, the Pali route is recommended. From Pali, head to NH66 for approx 51 kms. Turn right onto Tala - Murud Rd to Agardanda Jetty Rd in Haphijkhar and continue for 16 kms. Turn left at St Stand Agardanda onto Agardanda Jetty Rd - the villa will be to your right.
If you're travelling by train, you will need to get down at Roha or Panvel from where you can take a bus to Murud. Alternatively, State Transport buses operate from Mumbai Central to Murud's Durbar Road.
Yes, our home is child friendly. There is lots of open space for children to run around. The villa is located close to a secluded beach which is easily accessible. While we don't have WiFi, the villa has been stocked with books and board games like Monopoly, Scrabble etc. First-aid kits has been placed in the villa for minor injuries. Kid-friendly menus (cornflakes, Bournvita milk, hot milk etc) can be prepared if given advance notice (preferably at the time of booking). Mothers of infants and small children will be allowed access to the kitchen to boil milk or prepare simple meals.
Yes, this villa is senior citizen friendly. There are limited steps leading up to the villa and down to the beach. All rooms are on the ground floor and the bedrooms have private bathrooms attached which are easy to access at night without any supervision. Upon special request, our caretakers can prepare Low Salt/ Low Spice/ Low Fat/ Low Sugar meals for senior citizens. In case of a medical emergency, the caretaker has the numbers for a doctor-on-call / ambulance-on-call.
No, this villa is not wheelchair accessible.
Yes, this is a pet-friendly villa. Yes. We have provisions for pets in all 3 cottages. There are 2 pet dogs already present on the premises. Rest assured, they have been inoculated. If you wish to carry along your pet, please note that a refundable deposit of Rs. 3000 will be applied. Every pet will be charged at Rs. 500. 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. In the event that guests cannot carry their own pet food, pet food can be arranged and payment for the actuals will need to be done at the property itself.
Room specifics
One extra mattress per bedroom and 4 extra floor mattresses can be provided with bedding. Please note that all mattresses will be laid out on the floor.
Every bedroom has a queen-size bed and the bedsheets are changed every third day.
Yes, toiletries and towels are provided. Towels are replaced every alternate day.
All the bedrooms are air-conditioned. In the event of a power failure, a backup diesel generator is capable of supporting these air-conditioners.
Yes, WiFi is available. There is also adequate network connectivity, if not 3G then 2G.
The home is in a rural area of Maharashtra, powered by MSEB. In case of disruption of power due to fluctuation, we have a backup generator installed. However, this backup power does not support ACs or Geysers, and will also burn out beyond 4 hours of usage. Our homes are environment-friendly, and we push our guests to be too. Please use electricity optimally at all times. The pleasant monsoon and oncoming winter season do not require any extreme cooling appliances.
Yes. The caretaker fumigates the entire property every evening. Guests are requested to keep their doors and windows shut in the evening between 5.30 pm - 7.30 pm and to carry along Odomos with them. If needed, the caretaker will provide mosquito repellent coils.
Food and Beverages
Home-cooked meals will be available. All meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner) can be availed at the home for INR 1200 per person, per day. Guests opting for Non-Vegetarian meals, should specify so, at the time of booking. Fish and mutton preparations shall be charged extra, at actuals which is payable in cash to the caretaker onsite. Please inform in advance, to allow our caretaker to procure the same. Meals will be served in the common area outside the cottages. Tea / Coffee will be served in the morning during breakfast and in the evening. Meal timings will be as follows: Breakfast (8.30 am - 10. 30 am), Lunch (1.00 pm - 3.00 pm) & Dinner (8.30 pm to 10.00 pm). Fish and mutton preparations shall be charged extra, at actuals which is payable in cash to the caretaker onsite. Please inform in advance, to allow our caretaker to procure the same.
We offer simple, home-cooked Maharashtrian meals.
Yes, outside food is allowed. While guests are not allowed to cook, mothers of infants or small children will be allowed limited use to boil milk or prepare small meals for the kids.
Children up to the age of 6 shall not be charged for meals. Children in the age group 6-11 shall be charged Rs 600 per day.
Yes, you can use the common fridge to store food/beverages. In case there are other guests on site, please adjust and use the common fridge accordingly.
Yes. Please note that this is subject to availability as well as will need to be requested in advance and will have to be paid at actuals. Fish and mutton preparations shall be charged extra, at actuals which is payable in cash to the caretaker onsite. Please inform in advance, to allow our caretaker to procure the same.
Yes, there is a steady water supply and drinking water is filtered using AquaGuard. Mineral water is available upon request at an additional charge.
Yes, alcohol consumption is permitted within limits. There is ample ice stocked in the fridge. 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.
This is not a self-catering villa.
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 (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.
Security deposit of Rs 2000 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.
Things to do
There is a secluded beach right outside the villa. Alternatively, guests can visit the Murud - Janjira fort (30 minutes away) or indulge in water sports at Murud beach (around 9 kms away). Various activities can be arranged for guests of SaffronStays Little Paradise with prior notice include - Candlelight dinner can be arranged for Rs 800 per couple. Bonfire and Barbecue can be arranged for Rs 800 per couple. Movie Screenings on a 120-inch projector screen can be arranged for Rs 1000. Private sailboats to visit Janjira can be arranged. The charges for the same are according to the seasonal rates.
There are no pool facilities at this villa.
The home is by a beach. There is some construction work happening around the beach, however, a separate path has been created to access it.
Aside from the beach, there are no water bodies close to this villa.
House Rules
No, loud music is not permitted. Guests are requested to consider the comfort of the other guests on the premises. Should you wish to play mild music, you are requested to carry along your own portable speakers.
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.
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.
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.
No. Guests will only be able to access common areas on the property such as the living room and garden. 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 neighbors.
Safety
No, the caretaker manages security.
No, there are no CCTV cameras installed.
No, the home is within a fenced area. However, should a stray dog enter, inform the caretaker and he will address the issue.
Yes, the property is fenced on all sides.
Yes, we do have a first-aid kid onsite, stocked with Dettol, band-aids and over-the-counter medicines like Metacin, Crocin etc.
How to get there
Yes, the property is accessible by car. However, please note that the road gets quite bumpy after one exits the Mumbai - Pune Expressway. Alternately, guests could take the Khopoli exit, crossing Adlabs Imagica and heading towards the village of Roha. Our villa is located close to Dighi Port, Agardanda.
If you would like to travel by train, you can get down at Panvel where you can catch a bus or hail a taxi. Panvel is roughly 76km from Murud. Alternatively, one can catch the ferry to Madwa Jetty from where a local taxi can be hired to reach the property. The ferry is a 45-minute journey.
Others
There is a caretaker onsite.
Yes, we do allow shoots at the villa, subject to Home Owner's approval. 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
No. We do not allow stag groups to book this home.
Pets
Yes. Guests have to pay Rs 500 per pet, plus extra for meals, if requested.
Yes. There are 2 dogs on the property and they have been inoculated.
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.
Accommodation
A single domestic help or domestic help can be accommodated in the caretaker's cottage. While accommodation is free, meals will be charged at Rs. 900 per day. If there is more than one, the second will be charged as an additional guest.
Parking for up to 4 cars is available on the premises.
Yes, a day picnic can be organized for a maximum of 10 people. Please note that this villa is best enjoyed in the evening. We have a lawn that can be used to erect a small stage or for camping. During the day, guests will be allowed to use the washrooms and other facilities. Meals can be provided at an additional cost of Rs.900 (per head, per day).
Yes, we do allow events at the villa, subject to Home Owner's approval.
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