Question 1

Can I book only one or two rooms, or do I need to book the entire Home?

Accepted Answer

No, you cannot book just one room. You need to book the entire estate (6 rooms)

Question 2

Is Driver and/or House-Help accommodation available?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

Is parking available onsite or nearby?

Accepted Answer

Free parking is available onsite.

Question 4

Is the villa suitable for a day picnic?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

What is the type of cuisine served?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 9

Is there an aquaguard for drinking water supply?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 10

Is Alcohol allowed? Are there any corkage charges?

Accepted Answer

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.