Stay and accessibility
1. There are regular buses from Udupi and Mangalore to Hejamady
2. If driving from Mangalore, please take a left turn after the Hejamady toll plaza
Yes, our Home is child friendly.
Yes, our home is senior citizen/elderly friendly.
No, our home isn't wheelchair accessible.
No, this home is not a pet-friendly villa.
Accommodation
Yes, up to 2 drivers/help can be accommodated with our staff in their staff quarters for an additional charge of Rs. 1500 per person, per night. Charges include stay and meals.
Free parking is available onsite.
Yes, the villa is suitable for a day picnic.
Yes, we do allow events at the villa, subject to the Home Owner's approval.
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
No, you cannot book just one room. You would need to book the entire home.
Others
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
There is a caretaker onsite.
No. We do not allow stag groups to book this home.
Room specifics
No extra mattresses are available.
Our bedrooms have lovely queen sized beds. All our mattresses have mattress protectors.
Yes, we provide toiletries like soap, shampoo, toilet paper, towels etc.
Currently, the air-conditioner in the home is not functional.
Yes, wifi is available.
Yes, we have a backup inverter in case of rare occasions of power failure.
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.
Food and Beverages
Meals are available at Rs 1200 (veg) per person, per day and Rs 1400 (non-veg) per person, per day and for children at Rs 600 (veg) per child, per day and Rs 750 (non-veg) per child, per day. Fish and mutton preparations shall be charged extra at actuals which is payable in cash to the caretaker on site. Please inform in advance, to allow our caretaker to procure the same. 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.
We offer simple home cooked meals with a South Indian and Coastal Indian touch. 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, 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. In case you would like the caretaker to cook a special dish, you can pay him for the actuals and cooking, cleaning fee on site, in cash. Please note that this will be subject to availability of ingredients. Guests are requested to inform the same in advance so that our caretakers can procure the ingredients.
Yes, there is a steady water supply. You can use the Aquaguard, tap water or mineral water.
Yes, alcohol consumption is permitted within limits. No corkage charges applicable.
This isn't 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.
All payments for booking the villa, including meals will have to be pre-paid prior to checkin. Security Deposit collected during booking will be returned during check-out or by NEFT within 5 business days after check-out, provided no damages are observed. To avoid inconvenience, we will not be accepting cash onsite for any reasons henceforth.
Please note: The Security Deposit is subject to change depending upon the number of nights and the group size. Please check with your holiday advisor at the time of booking.
The Security Deposit is subject to change depending upon the number of nights and the group size. Please check with your holiday advisor at the time of booking.
Security deposit 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.
No. Members cannot redeem their nights, utilise their privileges, or avail any offers while booking this home.
Things to do
Our home is located near Hejamady beach. One can go for a swim in the ocean. Please contact the caretaker for further details.
No, there is no pool in this property.
Yes, this is a beach villa. Located near Hejamady beach.
Our home is besides Hejamady beach.
House Rules
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.
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. Additional charges will be applied.
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, backyard etc.
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
There is a caretaker present onsite.
No, there are no CCTV cameras installed.
No, stray dogs can't enter the premises. However, should a stray dog enter, inform the caretaker and he will address the issue.
Yes, the villa is well lit up.
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.
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:
- Regular buses from Udupi and Mangalore to Hejamady which can be availed.
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. Guests have to pay Rs 500 per pet, plus extra for meals, if requested.
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.
Yes. There are 3 watchdogs on the premises – German Shepherd, Rottweiler & Great Dane.