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At Verandah by the Valley, Panchgani
We provide healthy home-cooked meals made from freshly sourced local ingredients. Seafood and Mutton preparations can be availed at actuals and are subject to availability. Timings are 8:00-10:00 AM (Breakfast), 1:00-2:30 PM (Lunch) and 8:30-10:30 PM (Dinner). Guests are requested to inform the same in advance so that our caretakers can procure the ingredients. Breakfast is inclusive in the tariff. Meals are available at Rs 300 (veg) and Rs 400 (chicken) and Rs 500 (mutton) per person, per meal and for children are Rs 300 per child, per meal.Tea/Coffee will be served during breakfast. If you would like tea/coffee at any other time of the day, it can be arranged at an additional charge. Seafood and mutton dishes (subject to availability) can be served at an additional cost which is payable at actuals.
Please Note : Menu for reference only, subject to availability.
Amenities
General
Television
WiFi Broadband
Ensuite Bathroom
Fire Extinguisher
AC in bedrooms only
Food and Drinks
Breakfast included
Meals provided at extra cost
Social
Child friendly
LGBTQ Friendly
Other
Alcohol Allowed
Parking Available
Accommodation For Driver
Towels and Toiletries
Inverter
This place has more rooms, that you can book together.
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FAQs
Stay and accessibility
Verandah by the Valley is very close to Table Land, Parsi Point. Panchgani itself is a 5 hour drive from Mumbai. If you're travelling by public transport, there are direct state transport buses available from Mumbai. The closest railway station is Satara which is approximately 34 kms from Panchgani.
In Panchgani, take a left at Shivaji chowk towards the table land. Then, instead of the next turn towards the tableland, take the 2 nd left towards the village Ghodawali. At Ghodawali, take the road going through the village towards Kaleshwari temple. Take a left at the temple. The dirt road leads directly to the home.
Yes, our Home is child friendly. We have a lot of open space and an organic farm to keep kids occupied. Alternatively, the villa has been stocked with books, board games & playing cards.
Please note that the villa opens out into the entire Panchgani Valley. While we have installed safety railings, guests are requested to be cautious around kids. There is a first aid kit available for minor injuries. Kid-friendly menus (pastas, cornflakes, Bournvita milk, etc) can also be prepared if given advance notice (preferably at the time of booking).
No, the home is not senior citizen friendly as guests have to climb down 15 steps to get from the parking level to the main house. However, the living room, bedrooms, dining area and verandah are all at the same level.
No, this villa is not wheelchair accessible.
No, pets are not allowed in this villa. Please note that there is a pet dog already present on the property. Rest assured, he won't disturb your stay.
Accommodation
Yes, there is separate accommodation with a washroom available for up to 2 assistants (driver/domestic helpers) at an additional charge of Rs. 500 per night. But this is a common area for both, drivers and domestic help. Hence only one of the two can be accommodated. Meals will be charged at Rs. 250 per meal and will need to be paid to the caretaker in cash at the end of your stay. If domestic help is travelling with you, please mention this to our Booking Assistance team.
Yes, there is separate accommodation with a washroom available for up to 2 assistants (driver/ domestic help) at an additional charge of Rs. 500 per night. Meals will be charged at Rs. 250 per meal and will need to be paid to the caretaker in cash at the end of your stay. If drivers are travelling with you, please mention this to our Booking Assistance team.
Yes, parking for up to 2 cars is available onsite.
No, this place is not suitable for a day event or picnic.
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 8 people will 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. Any permissions required for the event will need to be taken by the guests themselves.
If you wish to book our home for a specific event, please send a message to the host on our website or send us an email at book@saffronstays.com
No, this villa does not allow reservations for professional shoots.
Children upto 6 years of age shall not be charged accommodation fees.
Children between 6-11 years shall be charged Rs 750 for accommodation.
Guests can ask the caretaker for extra mattress if need be, and shall have to pay on site itself.
In case you book one room, you get to stay in a tent. If you book two rooms, you get to stay in the main home. You get the entire place if you book all three rooms.
Room specifics
Yes, there is separate accommodation with a washroom available for up to 2 drivers at an additional charge of Rs. 500 per night. Meals will be charged at Rs. 250 per meal and will need to be paid to the caretaker in cash at the end of your stay. If drivers are travelling with you, please mention this to our Booking Assistance team.
Each bedroom is furnished with a queen size bed and the bedsheets, pillow covers are changed every third day.
Yes, we provide basic hand wash, soaps, shampoos bath & hand towels for up to 6 people.
Yes, all the bedrooms in our villa are air-conditioned. There is no AC in the tent.
Yes, the home has wi-fi internet.
Please Note:
Panchgani experiences load shedding by MSEB every Tuesday, between 9am - 6pm.
The home is in a rural area of Maharashtra, powered by MSEB. In case of disruption of power due to fluctuation, we have a backup inverter installed. However, this backup power does not support ACs or Geysers, and will also burn out beyond 4 hours of usage. Our homes are environment friendly, and we push our guests to be too. Please use electricity optimally at all times.
The pleasant monsoon and oncoming winter season do not require any extreme cooling appliances. .
Food and Beverages
Breakfast is inclusive in the tariff. Meals are available at Rs 300 (veg) and Rs 400 (chicken) and Rs 500 (mutton) per person, per meal and for children are Rs 300 per child, per meal.
The caretaker can also organize a barbecue on the rooftop terrace. This costs Rs. 500 for 4 people,
with the raw materials being charged at actuals.
Please indicate your meal preferences in advance to allow our caretaker to procure the same.
Meals for kids below 5 years are complimentary. The meal charges are payable in cash to the caretaker at site.
Tea/Coffee will be served during breakfast. 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. There is a standard menu available. Pastas and soups can be prepared, if given advance notice. Additionally, there are barbecue facilities available for both veg/non-veg.
Yes, outside food is allowed. The caretaker will have food menus of nearby restaurants available. Guests are not permitted to use the kitchen. However, mothers of small infants and toddlers will have limited access to boil milk or prepare simple food.
Yes, guests can use the fridge to store food/beverages.
Yes. Please note that this will be subject to availability of ingredients. Payment for actuals, cooking, cleaning etc. will need to be paid to the caretaker in cash at the end of your stay.
Yes, we have a steady water supply. However, guests are requested to use the hot water judicially as we have a Solar water heater with a maximum capacity of 200 liters. During the monsoons, guests are provided with hot water in buckets.
This is not a self-catering villa.
Payments
Security deposit of Rs. 10,000 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.
Things to do
There is a strawberry farm within walking distance from the villa. Additionally, guests could visit Tableland, Parsi Point, Dhom Dam & Kamalgad Fort. The best time to visit is just before sunset. Guests can also visit Horizon Point for Tandem paragliding. For the shoppers, Panchgani market is approximately 3 kms from the villa.
There are no pool facilities available.
There are no beaches close to this property.
The nearest water body is the Nagewadi dam, 11 kms from the property. Lingmala Waterfall is approximately 17.2 kms away, but has flowing water only during monsoon and for a little while after that.
House Rules
Given the location and surroundings of our home, playing loud music is allowed within limits and during specific hours.
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.
Safety
No but this is a fenced property. The local caretaker manages security.
No, there are no CCTV cameras installed.
No, the home is within a fenced area. However, should a stray dog enter, inform the caretaker and he will address the issue.
Yes, the property is properly fenced. However, guests are requested to be cautious as the home is perched on a hill overlooking the valley. Safety railings have been placed, as a precaution.
How to get there
The roads around Panchgani are slightly rough but cars can be driven right up to the property. The last patch of the road is a muddy road which can get slushy during the rains, so guests are advised to use sturdy cars. Guests are advised to check the road and weather conditions before heading out for a road trip.
There are regular state transport and private buses from Mumbai/Pune to Panchgani. Cabs are available from Panchgani bus stop to the property. They charge Rs. 200 for a one-way trip. Please connect the cab driver to the caretaker of the property for accurate directions. The nearest airport is Pune Airport.
Panchgani, MaharashtraAbout the Home
FAQs
What is the USP of the villa?
A quaint, 2-bedroom private villa with the finest views of the panchgani valley, an inverlochy tiled verandah, and cosy interiors.
What is this home Ideal For?
Intimate family celebrations, weekend trips with friends, getaway for 2-3 couples.
Meals
Jain, Veg and Non-Veg meals are available at additional cost.
Click here to view meal plans and pricing.
Spotlight
What it feels like staying at Verandah by the Valley, Panchgani
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- The warm hospitality by our caretakers is sure to win hearts.
- Santosh and Madhuri will whip up authentic Maharashtrian-style meals and help you with some strawberry-picking in season.
- There are no CCTVs installed at the home.
- The home is properly fenced. As the home is perched on a hill overlooking the valley, safety railings, too, have been placed as a precaution.
Things to know before booking
Check-In and Check-Out:
- Check-In Time : 1 PM
- Check-Out Time : 10 AM
- Given the increased need for safety, hygiene and sanitization required at the villa, and for the safety of our guests and staff we cannot allow any early check-ins or late check-outs. The check-in and check-out timings mentioned online and in your confirmation email need to be followed.
House Rules:
- Outside food is not allowed in the villa.
- Guests are not allowed to access the kitchen except for infants with prior permission.
- Guests cannot invite other guests and day visitors during their stay.
- Bachelor groups & stag parties are not allowed.
- We do not encourage parties and late-night revelry. Loud music is not permitted beyond 10 pm.
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted only within limits.
- Illegal activities including but not limited to carrying/consuming drugs/narcotics and carrying firearms/weapons are prohibited on the property. Management reserves the right to report any such activities to local authorities.
- Guests are prohibited from smoking and setting up hookahs in the rooms/villa/lawns.
- The pool (if present) is unguarded. There is no lifeguard on site. Children in the pool must be accompanied by adults at all times.
- Guests are requested to take care of all personal valuables. Management is not responsible for loss, theft or damage to any items.
- As required by law, every guest above 18 years must carry government-approved photo ID proof, that shows address. We accept only Aadhar Cards, Driving Licenses and Passports.
- Inappropriate behaviour or violation of any of the above House Rules will invite a polite refusal to accept a Booking. If already checked in, Management reserves the right to ask guests to leave.
- Tea/Coffee will be served during breakfast. If you would like tea/coffee at any other time of the day, it can be arranged at an additional charge.
- No crackers or colours are permitted in this home.
About the Property:
- Guests have to climb down 15 steps to get from the parking level to the main house.
- Guests need to pay a cleaning fee of Rs. 500 per day for the villa onsite.
- The last patch of the road condition is not good, hence guests are advised to travel in sturdy cars.
- Estate Layout:
2 Bedroom Villa (Can host up to 6 guests)
1 Treehouse (Can host up to 3 guests. Tent is to be booked separately) - Panchgani experiences load shedding by MSEB every Tuesday, between 9 am - 6 pm, we have an inverter which burns out beyond 2 hours of usage.
- Since the road leading to the property is rough, it is advised to the guests to travel in a SUV car with ground clearance.
About the Locality:
- There is a strawberry farm within walking distance from the villa.
- A 20 mins trail will lead you to a clearing that offers gorgeous unobstructed views of the entire Panchgani valley.
- The home is located close to Table Land, Parsi Point, Dhom Dam & Kamalgad Fort. The best time to visit these places is just before sunset. In the mood for Tandem paragliding? Visit Horizon Point, which is near the home. If you want to go shopping, the Panchgani market is approximately 3 kms from the villa.
- The nearest water body is the Nagewadi dam, 11 kms from the property.
- Visit the centuries-old Kaleshwari temple, which stands sentinel at the corner of the dirt path leading to the bungalow. (Psst… This is the last habitation on the road, save for some caves said to date back to the days of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj)
Cancellation Policy
Sleeping Arrangements
1 x
Double bed
1 x
Double bed
Additional mattresses available
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