Is Driver and/or House-Help accommodation available?

The villa has separate accommodation for upto 2 drivers, chargeable at INR 1000 per day. Meals must be paid for in cash, on site. There is no separate accommodation available for domestic help. They will be charged as an extra guest.

Is there separate accommodation for domestic help?

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

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

Yes, parking is available on the property itself.

Is the villa suitable for a day picnic?

Yes, a day picnic for up to 20 people can be organised. However, overnight accommodation can be arranged for a maximum of 12 individuals only. Guests will be permitted to use the home and its amenities during the duration of their stay. Please call our call centre for specially curated packages for your event/picnic.

Can I reserve your place for special functions such as engagement ceremony, a small wedding ceremony or a birthday party, etc?

Yes, we do allow events/shoots at the villa, subject to Home Owner's approval. 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 may be applied. 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

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

Yes, we do allow events/shoots at the villa, subject to Home Owner's approval. 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 may be applied. 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

Are meals provided onsite?

Tariff is inclusive of only breakfast which will be provided onsite. Lunch/dinner can be ordered in from nearby restaurants. Please note that meals cannot be served or eaten in the bedrooms. Tea/coffee is complimentary only with breakfast. During the rest of the day, tea/coffee will be served at an additional cost, to be paid to the caretaker onsite in cash.

What is the type of cuisine served?

Excluding breakfast, meals are not served onsite. There is a standard breakfast available.

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

Guests are not allowed to access the kitchen. However, should the guests want to order in, the caretaker has food menus for you to order in.

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

No. The cook/caretaker is only available for breakfast.

Is there an adequate drinking water supply? Do we need to carry our own Mineral Water bottles or are these readily available at your villa?

Yes, there are no water supply issues

Is Alcohol allowed? Are there any corkage charges?

Yes, we allow alcohol consumption, within limits.

If it is a self-catering villa, would you be able to arrange for a cook? What kind of cooking facilities are available?

This is not a self-catering villa.

What are the meal charges for children?

Children up to the age of 3 shall not be charged for meals. Children in the age group 3-6 shall be charged Rs 500 per day.

Do you allow loud music?

Playing loud music is permitted during the day and early evenings only. During nights, guests are requested to respect our neighbors and keep the noise levels mild and within the villa.

What are the Check-in & Check-out timings? May I request for late check-outs or an early check-in?

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.

Weâ€™re planning to drive down. Are the roads good? Any specific things we need to know?

The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Expressway is fairly good but guests are advised to check the road and weather conditions before leaving for a road trip.

How do we reach your villa by public transport?

If you're traveling by train, Gholvad and Bordi are the closest stations to our farmhouse. If you're travelling by bus, you should alight at Bhilad instead.

How many extra mattresses can be provided?

Six extra floor mattresses can be provided. Every room has extra bedding for additional people.

What type of beds, mattresses do you have?

Every room has been furnished with a queen sized bed with bed sheets being changed every third day.

Is the Home air-conditioned?

Yes, three of our bedrooms are air-conditioned.

Is there Internet/ 3G/ WiFi connection available onsite?

There is WiFi available. There's also adequate network connectivity, if not 3G then 2G.

Does the villa face frequent power outages? Are there any invertors or gensets to address this issue?

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 inverter 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.

Do you have a problem with mosquitoes? How do you deal with it to make our stay more comfortable?

All of the rooms have been furnished with All-out machines. Guests are advised to shut the windows by 5.30 / 7.30 pm to avoid mosquitoes. If needed, the caretaker has Odomos on site.

Is there a security guard / watchman?

No. The local caretaker and his family take care of security. There are also vigilant dogs on the property.

Are the premises monitored using CCTVs?

No, there are no CCTV cameras installed.

Can stray dogs enter the premises?

Yes, stray dogs can enter the premises on rare occasions. Should this happen, inform the caretaker and he will address the issue.

Our home is located along the coastal road to Gholvad. As you enter Gholvad, simply turn right towards the village. Once you turn, take the next first right. You will hit a small road that will lead you straight to the farmhouse.

Is this home child-friendly?

Yes, our Home is child friendly.

Is this home senior citizen friendly?

Yes, our home is senior citizen friendly. Railing supports have been placed on all the staircases and the bathrooms are furnished with anti-skid floors. There are four bedrooms (two on the ground floor and two on the first floor). The ground floor rooms are easily accessible to senior citizens.

Is the villa wheelchair accessible?

Unfortunately, our home is not wheelchair accessible.

Is the place pet-friendly?

No, this villa is not pet friendly. Please note that there are a few pets present on the property but rest assured, they will not disturb your stay. Pets are not allowed in the pool.

What can we do for fun around the property?

Bordi beach and Gholvad beach are close to the villa. Guests can also wander around the chikoo orchards, admiring vintage Parsi houses. Key tourist spots around the area are Zai (famous for hundreds of fishing boats), the scenic Asvali Dam, the Kalpataru Botanical Gardens at Umergaon, Vrindavan Studios (where the TV epic Ramayana was shot) and a tribal village home to the Warli tribe.

Is there a pool and what's the depth/ length of the pool?

There are no pool facilities at this villa.

Is there a beach close by and is it clean and safe?

With Gholvad being a relatively unexplored beach destination, there are two or three beaches nearby worth visiting. Bordi beach is fairly clean and secluded. Chikla beach is quite close to the villa and Gholvad beach is approximately a 15 minute walk away. While all three beaches are safe, parents are advised to accompany their children.

Are there water bodies nearby (such as a pond/ river/ lake etc)?

There are two beaches nearby. Bordi beach is fairly clean and secluded. Gholvad is approximately a 15 minute walk from the villa. While the beaches are safe, parents are advised to accompany their children.

Book 4 Bedroom Master's Courtyard Villa in Gholvad Town (W.R.), Maharashtra, India

Name: Master's Courtyard - Gholvad, Maharashtra
Address: Gholvad Town (W.R.), Maharashtra, IN
Telephone: +91-8069160000
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