Stay and accessibility
From Pune airport take Bengaluru - Mumbai Highway. Get on the Tata Power Plant road. Turn left onto Tata Power Plant road. Pass by Velvet County Resort & Spa, Lonavala - Khandala on the right. Continue straight, you will reach the villa in 5 minutes.
Yes, our home is child-friendly. There is plenty of space to run around and many indoor activities that will keep your children occupied. Did we mention the pool for hours of endless fun?
Yes, our home is senior citizen friendly. The home has 2 bedrooms on the ground floor which are easily accessible by seniors. Both rooms have private attached bathrooms. Large lawns and large verandahs are perfect for guests of all ages to run and play or lounge and chat
No, our home is not wheelchair accessible. There are 3-4 steps to the ground floor of the villa.
No, this is not a pet-friendly villa.
Accommodation
No, you cannot book just one room. You would need to book the entire home.
Driver accommodation is available for 2 people at an additional charge of Rs. 500 excluding meals.
Free parking is available onsite for upto 4 cars.
Yes, the home has a garden/lawn area within the premises that could be used for outdoor picnic activities.
Yes, we do allow small events/ photo shoots at the villa, subject to 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
Others
Yes, we do allow small events/ photo shoots at the villa, subject to 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
There is a caretaker and cook onsite to handle housekeeping, and serve fresh, home cooked meals
Room specifics
4 extra mattresses can be arranged at the villa. Our home has adequate bed sheets, blankets and pillows for extra bedding.
Our bedrooms have queen-sized/double beds.
Yes, we provide toiletries like soap, shampoo, toilet paper, towels, pool towels etc.
Yes, all of our bedrooms are air-conditioned.
There is WiFi available. There's also adequate network connectivity, if not 3G then 2G.
Yes, we have a backup genset in case of power failure. Diesel for its operation will be charged as per actuals.
Food and Beverages
Guests are allowed to access the kitchenette on the 1st floor at an additional service charge of Rs. 600. Outside food is not allowed.
Yes, you can use the fridge in the kitchen to store food/beverages.
Yes, there is an Aquaguard for a steady, clean water supply.
Yes, alcohol consumption is permitted within limits. There is ice stocked in the fridge. For extra ice required, guests may need to pay charges to procure ice from outside.
Meals are provided onsite at extra cost. For your convenience, please pre-book your meals.
Please be mindful of the meal timings, so that our staff has adequate time to prepare.
Tea/Coffee will be served during breakfast and afternoon tea time. If you would like tea/coffee during the day, this will be arranged at an additional charge.
We offer simple, freshly 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.
We also serve BBQ at extra charge of Rs.500 per head.
Fish is normally not easily available in Khandala. Mutton could be arranged , but charged extra at cost. Please do inform the caretaker in advance to make necessary arrangements.
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.
Meals have to be pre-booked for your convenience. Other items procured extra, like extra ice, mutton, or cold drinks etc have to settled at the site in cash.
A security deposit of Rs. 15000 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.
Alternatively, at some villas, we have a facility to block credit card at check-in. Please check with our care team on this before check-in
Things to do
The property is a retreat in itself. Our guests love to spend time lounging in the sun on the lawns in mornings; long afternoon siestas for the tired souls followed by a swim in the pool, walk in the estate; and finally evenings are reserved for board games and long conversations.
Yes, there is a private pool at the villa. It is 4.5 feet in depth
House Rules
Given the location of our home, guests are requested not to play loud music but rather enjoy the quiet and peace of the estate.
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. 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.
No. Guests will only be able to access common areas on the property such as the living room, garden, private pool (if any), etc.
Guests are strictly prohibited from crossing into neighbouring properties under any circumstances. We request our guests to respect the privacy and personal space of our neighbours.
Safety
There is a watchman at the Home.
Yes, our home has a stone wall surrounding the premises.
Yes, we do have a first-aid kit onsite.
The villa is well lit up. There is enough lighting even in the surrounding areas i.e lawns, grounds.
Yes, there are CCTV cameras installed at the entrance, in the balcony and in the verandah.
No, the home is within a fenced area. However, should a stray dog enter, inform the caretaker and he will address the issue.
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.
If you are travelling by train you can take an auto to the property. If you are coming by bus, the nearest bus stop is the Lonavala bus stop.