Stay and accessibility
From Bombay/ Pune come up till Mahabaleshwar main toll point from there continue straight till where Mahabaleshwar-Panchgani Road ends take a right turn from that junction go straight till The Club Mahabaleshwar junction, take a left from the junction, continue straight till Lodwick point junction, take a right from this junction towards lodwick point. After crossing Sai Valley Resort in 300 m the property gate is on left.
Yes, our Home is child friendly.
There is plenty of space to run around and many indoor activities that will keep your children occupied. The home has instead been stocked with books and board game. 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.
Yes, our home is senior citizen/elderly-friendly.
The home has bedrooms on the ground floor which are easily accessible by seniors. here are about 5-10 steps with railing support leading into the villa.
Upon special request, our caretakers can prepare Low Salt/ Low Spice/ Low Fat/ Low Sugar for senior citizens. These requests should be informed at the time of booking.
No, the home is not wheelchair friendly.
No, this is not a pet-friendly villa.
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).
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.
Food and Beverages
The culinary experience at Xanadu is about indulgence and fine living. We present a selection of food that represents the area/ state our chefs belong to and the world you've seen.
You can enjoy gourmet, multi-cuisine breakfast, lunch, high tea and dinner spreads during your stay.
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. 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.
Yes, there is an Aquaguard that is serviced regularly. If you wish to consume only sealed bottled water, please inform the caretaker of the same and pay him for the actuals on site, in cash.
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.
Meals are included in the tariff. Barbeque is also available, on request, at an additional cost of INR 700 per person, per day.
The culinary experience at Xanadu is about indulgence and fine living. We present a selection of food that represents the area/ state our chefs belong to and the world you've seen.
You can enjoy gourmet, multi-cuisine breakfast, lunch, high tea and dinner spreads during your stay.
Children up to the age of 3 shall not be charged for meals Barbeque is available, on request, at an additional cost of INR 700 per person, per day.
House Rules
Given the location of our home, playing loud music is allowed within the limit and during specific time/hours.
Guests are requested to respect our neighbours 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. 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.
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.
From Bombay/ Pune come up till Mahabaleshwar main toll point from there continue straight till where Mahabaleshwar-Panchgani Road ends take a right turn from that junction go straight till The Club Mahabaleshwar junction, take a left from the junction, continue straight till Lodwick point junction, take a right from this junction towards lodwick point. After crossing Sai Valley Resort in 300 m the property gate is on left.
Where the Mahabaleshwar-Panchgani Road ends take a right turn from that junction go straight till The Club Mahabaleshwar junction, take a left from the junction, continue straight till Lodwick point junction, take a right from this junction towards lodwick point. After crossing Sai Valley Resort in 300 m the property gate is on left.
Accommodation
No, you cannot book just one room. You need to book the entire estate (6 rooms)
Driver accommodation is available. There is a separate room for maids/ nannies/ guest's service staff as well. We can host up to 4 adults at an additional charge of INR 1000 per person, per day.
Free parking is available onsite.
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).
During the day, guests will be allowed to use the washrooms and other amenities at the villa.
Depending on the event, you are allowed to erect a small stage, stall or tent for your event purpose.
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).
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
Room specifics
1 extra mattresses can be arranged per room. Our home has adequate bed sheets, blankets and pillows for extra bedding.
Our bedrooms have lovely king-sized poster beds. All our mattresses have mattress protectors.
Yes, we provide toiletries like towels, soap and shampoo.
Yes, all of our bedrooms are air-conditioned.
There is WiFi available, but only in the main house, not in the outhouse/annexe. There is adequate network connectivity too.
Yes, we have a backup generator in case of rare occasions of power failure. Guests are requested to switch off the ACs during power outages as it consumes more power.
Payments
Bookings for Xanadu Series Homes cannot be cancelled, rescheduled, and are non-refundable. Please have a look at the cancellation policy HERE
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 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
- The home is 5 minutes from Mahableshwar Market. Head to the town centre for shopping, gaming and food.Â
- Venna Lake is 5 minutes away from the home.Â
- You can head to the Mapro Garden that is 25 minutes away.Â
- If you want to venture a little further, you can drive to Panchgani's famous spots.
Venna Lake is 5 minutes away.
No, there is no pool.
Safety
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 stone 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.
Yes. There is a watchman on site.
Yes, there are CCTV cameras installed in the living room, common areas and outside sections. Bedrooms and bathrooms are not monitored.