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60+ & Vaccinated? Celebrate Your Freedom At Elderly-Friendly Homes

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The year 2020 was one of the toughest ones to get through for most people, especially for our senior citizens. The elderly family members have been cocooned indoors, nowhere to go without the feeling of fear and dependency. But the thought of breaking out of that anxiousness and living life again sparks an ineffable joy! The ongoing COVID-19 vaccination drive for people above the age of 60 asserts this positivity. To celebrate this very sense of liberation, SaffronStays brings a never before ‘Summer of 60’ offer for vaccinated people above the age of 60 to take day trips. Our safe and sanitized elderly-friendly homes near Mumbai and Pune are ready to welcome your senior citizens’ group (post vaccinations) and thoroughly experience living again!

For Mr. Gurunath, a 65-year-old from Mumbai, “It feels like a long wait…” Having spent the entire time watching the reruns of TV serials, he can finally catch up with his friends from the senior citizens’ club much better. Staying with his son and daughter-in-law, who both were mostly adjusting to their work from home schedules, Mr. and Mrs. Gurunath were happy to have them around but certainly missed going out. “For this younger generation, time passes quickly because they have their work keeping them occupied. Their phones have become their source of entertainment. I tried to learn using smartphones but there’s no comparison to the in-person communication.” he smiled. On his willingness to travel, he quipped, “Yes, I feel positive (not COVID positive) now. Our club members can finally catch up together.” There’s joy within him!

SaffronStays Casa Manga in Karjat

SaffronStays Casa Manga, Karjat

To tend to such joyousness, safe and sanitized homes, lush green lawns, good quality food, and cordial hospitality is a must. A retreat like this is possible at a private villa near Mumbai like SaffronStays Casa Manga in Karjat. This spacious villa has several spots, indoors as well as outdoor where everyone can just sit together and talk their hearts out or debate like old times! The housekeeping staff can serve fresh veg or non-veg meals as per your preference. 

For elderly couples who live away from their children, the vaccinations feel like a rainbow over dark clouds. “We had to wait for certain days of the month when my daughter Neeru would pay a visit, stay with us for a day or two, stock up on all the things needed and every time she left she’d ask us to come with her, but we refused. Now once we get our doses, we can not only visit her, but I can also go meet my sister and friends,” says Ms Jha from Pune who has registered for the vaccinations next week. “I am going to take a break from home,” she jubilantly declares. 

These sentiments of people above 60 getting to step out without being constantly instructed to, is giving them a much-awaited sense of freedom. But to plan a senior citizens’ getaway, there needs to be a surety of safety beyond exposure to the virus. Choosing safe and private villas near Mumbai or Pune is a great way to ensure there won’t be other people around, plus you will be attentively catered to. Thus, applying the filter of elderly-friendly homes nearby makes fair sense. SaffronStays Constellations Orion in Khandala fits the bill. The 5-bedroom villa has a private elevator, one need not worry about going to the upper floors to enjoy views of the surroundings.

SaffronStays 9 Palms in Alibaug

SaffronStays 9 Palms, Alibaug

Alibaug has become a persuasive spot as a quick getaway near Mumbai, thanks to the RoRo ferry taking only an hour to reach. For elderly members wanting to truly experience the outdoors, beach vibes with a boat ride, getaway to elderly-friendly villas like SaffronStays 9 Palms in Alibaug is ideal. Located just 15 mins away from Mandwa Jetty, this 5-bedroom pool villa home will woo everyone with its lush green surroundings. The joyful reunion of a laughter club can reverberate in the bamboo plantations outdoors. And to be treated to a delectable fish fry and Raigad-style Chicken curry by our in-house chef is another delight!

My grandparents are yet to even enroll in the vaccination process, but on asking them if they’d love to go on a getaway later they said the most precious words, “It would feel like we are living again”. More than us, it is the elderly who have lost out on some of the simple moments – the interactions, the evening breeze, the knitting lessons, the smiles, the essence of living life.
Also Read: Getaway With Grandparents: A Trip Down Memory Lane

Here’s a chance to help them live and love life again. We at SaffronStays wanted to do something special for people who are 60+ years and vaccinated, who are looking forward to their freedom from fear. In this once-in-a-lifetime offer, the day packages start as low as Rs. 1999 onwards (for minimum pax of 12) or a 30% off for overnight stays in our elderly-friendly homes. The main criteria is that all the senior members should be vaccinated. Contact us here to know more about the Summer of 60 Offer!  

Getaway With Grandparents: A Trip Down Memory Lane

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Growing up in the company of grandparents is a silent blessing. The kind of nurturing a child gets around grandparents is two-fold, as it passes on the foundation of a family even to the parents. But in nuclear family set-ups, this secure bond of love and care keeps thinning. So on occasional reunions, there are always moments that take a trip down memory lane. But how about taking an actual getaway with grandparents and reliving the good old days while thinking of their comfort?

As much as you long for a break from your laptop screens, your grandparents too would love a change of scenery, especially if they live separately. In the last year, elderly people have received bombarding of instructions to not step out and stay safe. They too have had their bouts of panic in days gone by, fearing for their own well-being as well as others. A getaway to a quiet, peaceful place, be it for a weekend, would be a great way to unload all of this stress and replace it with happy memories. 

Painting the Childhood Sceneries

SaffronStays Zen, Igatpuri
SaffronStays Zen, Igatpuri

Remember the typical paintings we made in our childhood of sunrise over mountains with flowing streams, a hut on one side, and a grassy patch on the other. Yes, the one that you proudly tucked and showed your grandparents? SaffronStays Zen in Igatpuri is a 2-bedroom red-brick earthy villa that gives you a similar picture in reality. This perched up property overlooks green lawns with a view of Kadwa lake, greener pastures and mountains in the distance — the same scenery from paper almost coming to life. This earthy vacation home is so welcoming to nature, that tall trees pierce through the ceilings. Relaxing chairs in the verandah could be your grandparents’ favourite spot to soak in the beautiful natural landscape.

Giving Back the Unconditional Love With Pampering

SaffronStays Lattitude by The Lake, Kamshet
SaffronStays Lattitude by The Lake, Kamshet

Grandparents have a demeanor of unconditional love. As we grow up and lead our lives, we learn to look back and realise its value. Now, try to give back, at least, a little of it and enjoy the immense satisfaction it brings. One of the ways to have this emotional connection is to take time out together, pamper and make them feel special. Choose a place that resonates warmth and comfort, especially with respect to elder family members. SaffronStays Lattitude by the Lake in Kamshet is one such place to be. Right across the Andre Lake, it is a picturesque setting to spend some quality time with family. There are lush lawns and plenty of sit-out areas to enjoy the cool evening breeze and share the warmth of heartfelt conversations. The brick stone construction is very welcoming with its rustic feel and thus sparks a homely comfort, especially for the elderly. Pamper them with the best of meals, as our on-site cook can also cater to your grandparents’ demands of their favourite food.

Storytelling Sit Out Sessions

SaffronStays Casa Manga, Karjat

My fondest memories of my grandparents are storytelling sessions at bedtime. When on a getaway, you can bond over these childhood tales and go back in time. We are sure your grandparents will have a lot more other interesting thoughts to share, if you share the curiosity to listen. It could start conversations about their childhood and that’s just the vibe to get started, isn’t it? A getaway with grandparents at SaffronStays Casa Manga in Karjat, is a place where you can have your storytelling sessions by the bonfire, or cheer up the gaming spirit by playing carrom in the gazebo. This 4-bedroom villa just about 2 hours away from Mumbai is perfect for a weekend trip. It has a pool too, so be rest assured about your own rejuvenation.

Build Human Connections

SaffronStays Ekaant in Vikramgad
SaffronStays Ekaant, Vikramgad

The whole idea of taking a getaway with grandparents is to build the connections that could’ve felt strained in the last few months. The daily grind of work routine offers little time to check up on yourself, forget others. Pick a place, which has a little network for the devices, but more for everyone to re-energize on their relations.

SaffronStays Ekaant in Vikramgad spells out what you need – solitude, with family by your side. This 3-bedroom villa is located in lush greenery surroundings, so solace checks-in with you as soon as you enter here. There is enough space outside for the kids to lounge or play around, so the elderly can sit in the verandah and listen to the crackle of the kids heartily laughing. It’s the kind of disturbance they won’t mind. Or hold your grandparents’ hands and take a walk in the complex, building that very human connection we longed for. Don’t forget to check on their smiles.

We hope you realise that as much as the elderly need this getaway, you need it too. Just spending time together, catching up, fighting over ‘cheating’ on the board game, or listening to stories, we really do seek the peace that comes from these simple things. It is about spending time with our grandparents and having conversations that make you feel complete with gratitude for having them in your life.

Elderly-Friendly Villas: The New-Age Grandparenting

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It's time to vacay with your grandparents!

Right from pampering you with sweets to storytelling sessions, there’s no love like grandparents’ love. In many cases, they were also the ones looking after you while your parents were away, at work. Think it’s time to revisit all those days with your grandparents? In association with Seniority, here are chances to recreate those memories at our elderly-friendly villas in India.

SaffronStays Elgin Hall, Dalhousie

SaffronStays Elgin Hall, the next getaway in the North for your grandparents.

Remember the Raja-Maharaja ki kahaanis you heard as kids? It’s time to visit one such mahal of sorts. SaffronStays Elgin Hall, a 7-bedroom elderly-friendly home in Dalhousie is a majestic villa, which has a legacy of more than 100 years.

  • Swap roles. Enjoy warm barbeque nights by the outdoor fireplace and narrate stories to your grandparents just like they used to!
  • Outfitted with old cupboards, dressing tables and poster beds, each room here has a vibe of its own due to the colours and decor
  • Feel nothing less than a part of the royal family as you enjoy lordly breakfast served on a wooden cart

SaffronStays Villa Asha, Palampur

SaffronStays Villa Asha, your pet-friendly +elderly-friendly getaway in Himachal Pradesh for you and your grandparents

Have your grandparents dreamt of living in the hills with no one but just their pets for company? This villa in Himachal Pradesh SaffronStays Villa Asha, is not only elderly-friendly but also pet-friendly.

  • 2-bedroom rustic abode, which is a perfect combination of simplicity and splendour
  • The snug dining room is where all family members can relish delicious home-cooked meals
  • Just look to your left (or right) and lose yourself to some mesmerising views

SaffronStays Arwa Farms, Dahanu

SaffronStays Arwa Farms, an eco-friendly villa near Mumbai is the best home for your grandparents to vacay.

Nestled amidst green farms and palm groves, this rustic eco-friendly villa near Mumbai is elderly-friendly. So, if nature has always been a major part of your grandparents’ life, SaffronStays Arwa Farms is the one.

  • Adorned with earthen pots, wooden showpieces, vintage telephones, quirky displays and artefacts, this home exhibits rustic interiors
  • Wake up to birds chirping as the sun rises in glory
  • Your Nana-Nani will never forget the authentic Maharashtrian meals prepared at his home

SaffronStays Alohomora, Goa

SaffronStays Alohomora is your go to villa for your next elderly-friendly getaway in Goa with your grandparents.

Goa trip with friends has always been on everyone’s checklist. Why not take a Goa trip with your grandparents and the entire family? If your grandparents are cooler than thou, SaffronStays Alohomora a 3-bedroom villa near Thalassa, is an ideal getaway.

  • 3-bedroom pool villa with an authentic Goan look built with red laterite stone and capped with red shingles
  • Challenge your grandparents over a game of carom or pick some books from the in-home library
  • Take a walk in the city of beaches or do some touristy things along with your grandparents

SaffronStays Milton Abbott Estate, Ooty

SaffronStays Milton Abbott Estate is the best elderly-friendly villa for your grandparents to reminisce the good old days.

We’re inviting all the sporty senior citizens in the house to this elderly-friendly home set amidst nature! And so, if your grandfather keeps telling you stories about his golf championship days, it’s time you give him a chance to relive those days again. Head to SaffronStays Milton Abbott Estate in Ooty for your next family getaway.

  • This heritage homestay in Ooty was built in the 1860’s
  • The authentic Tamilian/ Sri Lankan cuisine here is one thing you just can’t miss!
  • Bond over a game of golf in the nearby golf course or relax with your grandparents around a bonfire

SaffronStays Maleya Manor, Sakleshpur

Elderly-friendly villa in South India? SaffronStays Maleya Manor it is.

Being movie buffs, have you and your grandparents planned on visiting a movie set someday? What if you could spend your next weekend getaway near Bangalore at one such location. SaffronStays Maleya Manor is where the super-hit Kannada film Mungaru Male, starring Ganesh and Pooja Gandhi in the lead roles, was shot.

  • 3-bedroom elderly-friendly home in Karnataka
  • With Buddhist artefacts, old school chandeliers and a huge swing in the centre of the living area, this home will take you back to simpler times
  • Together with your grandparents, sip on some freshly brewed steaming cup of coffee from the coffee plantation of the home

If you need more options to plan the best getaway with your grandparents, visit https://www.seniority.in/ to avail special offers for you.

World Tourism Day 2019: Explore with SaffronStays

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What are your fondest vacay memories with your family? It could be so many things, right? Visiting your grandparents during summer vacations, going on a road trip to an unheard place or going to a nearby hill station. The beauty of travelling, however, remains the same. It’s all about coming across people and culture that are not the same as yours.

The definition of travel and tourism has changed over the years. The industry is not only limited to traveling for pleasure but also includes the business of attracting, accommodating, and entertaining tourists.

September being the Tourism Month, the United Nations’ (UN) celebrates World Tourism Day on September 27 every year. This day aims to increase the social, cultural, political and economic tourism awareness among the international community

The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is responsible for the promotion of responsible, sustainable and universally accessible tourism. This year, the UNWTO chose India as the host country to celebrate World Tourism Day and its theme is ‘Tourism and Jobs: A Better Future For All’. In the last few years, offbeat vacationing has taken a front seat. So, newer business modules, job opportunities and different style of vacationing have become common.

With its focus on renting out private vacation homes, SaffronStays is one such leader in this category. With 130+ private and hassle-free stays around India, it caters to the 5 A’s of tourism. Let’s take a look…


1. Accommodation:

From 2 to 20, there’s something for everyone at a he SaffronStays home. Much like the aim of World Tourism Day, we want our guests to explore and grow through means of travel. If you want a home for couples, we have SaffronStays Un Bel Di, SaffronStays Beyond and others. For larger groups, SaffronStays Raanwaara and Aranya Vilaas, SaffronStays Dhyana, Nithyam and Ekaant are also suitable. If your pet is your extended family, there are several pet-friendly villas too, SaffronStays Villa 270° being a case in point.


2. Accessibility: 

So talking about the aim of world tourism day, SaffronStays started off with a few villas in the home state, Maharashtra- SaffronStays Parsi Manor, SaffronStays 9 Palms, SaffronStays Little Paradise and a few more to now expanding to the hills with SaffronStays Tridiva, SaffronStays Amayaah Tara and Palash plus a few more and the backwaters of our country with SaffronStays Kurinji Estate, SaffronStays Southern Seascapes and others. We want to cater to the needs and requirements of all our guests in India. Being a part of the digital world, we are trying to get to a fully digitalised system. One can book a home via our website or through the different Online Travel Agents.

3. Activities:

While on a vacation, most of us want to relax and rejuvenate. And so we have villas with enough and more amenities. SaffronStays Casa Manga and SaffronStays Alohomora for instance are just right for your next pool vacay. If you are looking at beach homes near Mumbai, there’s SaffronStays Salt Rim and SaffronStays Chirebandi. If the hills and valleys are calling you, head to SaffronStays Hillside Chalet and SaffronStays Verandah by the Valley In addition to the scenic views and the many-things-to-do, our homes have indoor games, too. Not just this, there are several out-of-the-box activities, too. For instance, did you know that At SaffronStays Calamondinn Bungalow, the owner himself organises baking master classes? Or that you could get a beekeeping demonstration there? Sounds fun, no? Several villas also offer treks and trails within their premises.


4. Amenities:

Talking about Amenities, SaffronStays includes a variety of them that’s in line with the motto of World Tourism Day. Not only do we have elderly friendly homes with elevators – SaffronStays Constellations Aquila, Orion and Cassiopeia – but also homes that have fireplaces: SaffronStays Jagheri Bagh and SaffronStays Kaapi Cottage besides others. If you love what you cook, you can cook for yourself in a few self-catered villas namely SaffronStays Ivory Cottagesand Saffronstays Calvin and Hobbes. But of course, one of our specialties is home-cooked food. Relish authentic meals at SaffronStays Parnakuti, SaffronStays Vedanta and others. Each home is unique with its own characteristics. And we are open to exploring and adding to our set of amenities. Do you have any suggestions to share with us this World Tourism Day?


5. Attractions:

Vacation homes must have an inbuilt vibe as well as a sense of aesthetics. We have homes with unique characteristics like the traditional Maharashtrian style decor at Saffronstays Bungalow 2259 and Goan architecture at SaffronStays Casa Eventor. Not to forget the traditional South Indian home, SaffronStays Coconut Grove or Spanish-style built of SaffronStays La Casa Maestro. We also strive to unearth homes that are surrounded by nature. These include activities like apple picking in the north India at SaffronStays Thanedhar Estate, visiting coffee plantations in the south at SaffronStays Kaapi Cottage or SaffronStays Nandanvan Estate or the treks and trails in Maharashtra around SaffronStays Avabodha and others.
With a sense of exploring more to witness the 5 A’s this World Tourism Day, let’s head for a quick weekend getaway already?


Visit our website https://www.saffronstays.com/ to know more. Call  ( +91) 22 6811 0811 for reservation and inquiries. You can also write to us at book@saffronstays.com.