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 would need to book the entire home.

Question 2

Is Driver and/or House-Help accommodation available?

Accepted Answer

No, driver accommodation is not available. No separate accommodation for staff. However, the village right by the railway station has some rooms etc. which the staff can figure out once here. The cost will have to be borne by the drivers.

Question 3

Is parking available onsite or nearby?

Accepted Answer

Free parking is available onsite for up to 4 cars.

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). Please note that the maximum capacity for an overnight stay is 10 people. 

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). Please note that a maximum of 10 people can be accommodated in the villa for an overnight stay. 

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 photoshoot/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

Are meals provided onsite? What are the charges?

Accepted Answer

Meals are provided at an additional charge of Rs 1800 (veg/non-veg) per person, per day and Rs 1000 (veg/non-veg) per person per child per day. We provide delicious home-cooked meals. Seafood and Mutton preparations can be availed at actuals and are subject to availability. Guests are requested to inform the same in advance so that our caretakers can procure the ingredients. 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. Meals can be prepared without ginger, onion, garlic and potatoes for our Jain guests.

Question 7

What is the type of cuisine served?

Accepted Answer

Our in-home cook specialises in local cuisine, Maharashtrian dishes, Chinese cuisine (localised), and biryani. He also makes dessert but they need to be pre-ordered.  You can inform the caretaker in advance about your meal preferences (veg/non-veg), specific dietary requirements, etc.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

No, outside meals are not allowed in the villa. 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 9

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 10

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

Accepted Answer

Yes, we provide mineral water bottles.