Beyond the 4 Walls: Vacation Homes Always Have a Story to Tell

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While vacation homes for rent may appear to be the same, there is more to them than meets the eye. They always have a tale to tell, from trips filled with thrilling outdoor activities and rustic living to relaxing retreats. Check out these many sorts of private luxury villas that provide the ideal setting for your holiday story.


Country Style Farmhouses


Farmhouses on acres of the lush countryside are ideal for reconnecting with nature. These largely rustic-style villas with spacious rooms are miles away from the hustle and bustle of city life. They allow visitors to enjoy fresh air, beautiful fields, the cold waters of rivers and lakes, and mouth-watering farm-to-table experiences. Families who enjoy nature will appreciate actual farm activities such as sampling guavas and mangoes straight from the trees at SaffronStays Amrai By The River, Pawna or helping to milk the local cows at SaffronStays SanvinaFarm, Karjat.


Quaint Cottages


The charming cottages such as SaffronStays Fourest, Bhimtal and SaffronStays Monarch Manor, Manali provide a lovely blend of comfort and warmth. Imagine enjoying a vacation with home’s conveniences, handmade local cuisine and a dash of the unusual. SaffronStays makes sure you leave here with plenty of tales to share with your loved ones, whether you choose a private villa for a romantic weekend or a cluster of close-by cottages for a fun family trip. These villas are perfect for cosy, seaside getaways with friends or even a fun workation that combines work and pleasure with coworkers.


Contemporary Houses


Modern vacation houses have fashionable interiors and modern aesthetics while feeling comfy and private. The five-star interiors of luxury villas like SaffronStays Glistening Waters & Spa, Nashik or SaffronStays Ahilya Waters By Kosha Villas, Pawna will envelop you in comfort, and the lush surroundings will give you an immersive experience. You may tell your friends that by relaxing in baths, unwinding in plushly cushioned recliners and sipping wine under a gorgeous sunset, you experienced genuine luxury here. These are ideal for romantic getaways for two or small families seeking some adventure, bird viewing and climbing.


Private Estates & Plantations


If you desire larger residences and more room, private estates are your best choice. In homes such as SaffronStays Foresta By The Lake, Kamshet and SaffronStays Mirissa, Socorro, North Goa, you get the neighbourhood in addition to the actual vacation property. Take a moment to picture yourself unwinding at a lakeside resort with orchards, a cricket field and a pool with a view and a clear sky. Or you might choose a home with gorgeous ficus, mango and eucalyptus trees that shade the yard and vibrant seating areas that encourage fantastic bonding moments and memories. Visitors to these villas have a lot to choose from, and every activity, whether a stroll through an orchard or a game of cricket, makes for a memorable holiday tale to share with loved ones.


Heritage Villas


Villas are ones with large properties and plenty of facilities. They can accommodate large groups and are situated away from busy areas. The classic SaffronStays Calamondinn Bungalow, Coorg and SaffronStays Crescent Bay, Palshet offers an old-world charm for those seeking seclusion. You can enjoy local cuisine created with herbs, honey and milk that are all farmed locally while also exploring the nearby coffee plantation and beekeeping facilities!

These villas are not only spacious and well-decorated within but also have amazing views that encourage interaction and stronger relationships. These private multi-bedroom villas are quiet and clean, with settings designed to provide you with the most pleasing vacation experience imaginable!


Each vacation home type evokes a different holiday experience and set of tales; now that you’re familiar with them, you can pick the best match. You can make one of our luxury villas your personal holiday heaven for a few days, with SaffronStays. Book today to ensure some great new memories!

SaffronStays Jaipura Garh- A Royal Heritage Experience

Everybody has dreamed of being a part of royalty and living a royal life. It is time to turn that dream into reality at affordable prices! Welcome to SaffronStays Jaipura Garh. This royal heritage home is built on the land gifted by Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh I of Jaipur to Sardar Singh. The calming experience is experienced because the home being located 40 kms from the hustling bustling city of Jaipur. Furthermore this haveli dates back to two centuries and more. Additionally one can experience the life of a royal in a modern yet traditional style.

  

Restored with great love and care, this 6 bedroom home offers guests a true Rajasthani royal experience. The ancestral artefacts in every corner of the house shed light on the home’s rich lineage.  Hand painted Rajasthani traditional artwork adorns each door of the home. A well stocked library is also present for knowledge hungry guests.  Guests can indulge in activities like pottery making workshop, traditional Rajasthani folk dance, camel cart rides, bird watching, cook along sessions etc. The in-house lac bangle stall ensures you take a piece of Jaipuri culture back home with you. In addition to these, guests can go up on the rooftops and star gaze in the night sky while a life sized chessboard installation keeps the young and old busy. To conclude the end of a fun day, savour lip smacking Rajasthani delicacies served in the house.

So leave your worries behind and come spend some time with your loved ones. Jaipur Garh is waiting for you!

Check out the home here: SaffronStays Jaipura Garh
Max occupancy: 24 guests

Top 10 Estate Homes You Must Visit!

Talking about heritage charm and vintage love, they have a sense of art intrigued. What if we told you that you can still live amidst these fancy aesthetic places? Yes, our Estate Homes let you be that happy kid enjoying his/her time in their happy space. Read on to know more:

SaffronStays Kurinji Estate, Kodaikanal

A stunning brick-and-stone cottage that’s not only built on a 20th Century estate, but is also reminiscent of the colonial times, SaffronStays Kurinji Estate welcomes you. Enjoy utmost privacy in this hand-built machan which is surrounded by a 9-acre forest and offers impeccable hospitality. Ooty of the 10 estate homes, this ones is where time freezes while you can create unforgettable memories.

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SaffronStays Milton Abbott Estate, Ooty

Out of all the estate homes, this one is the oldest on our network. In a fast forward moving world, having a home that transports guests back to the 19th century is surely a blessing. When almost in shambles, SaffronStays Milton Abbott Estate in Ooty has been restored to its original beauty by our founder, Tejas Parulekar herself. One can not only stroll through the woods to enjoying the charm of the home but also feast over authentic Tamilian/ Sri Lankan cuisine, one can never be disappointed here.

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SaffronStays Nandanvan Estate, Tamil Nadu

A countryside villa in Kodaikanal, SaffronStays Nandanvan Estate with lush farmlands and a well-manicured lawn awaits you. Carved out of a deserted forest, this Estate home in Tamil Nadu now has 100% organic plantations on the same land. Not only the coffee plantations but the expansive library also is the highlight of the home. This can be your next family getaway

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SaffronStays Ivory Cottages, Hassan

SaffronStays Ivory Cottages, has a legacy of 125 years and can also be traced back to the Colonial Era. Belonging to one of the pioneers of coffee plantation, Col. Crawford, this estate home is now set with fully trained hospitality staff to welcome you. At this home, you can bond with your loved ones  in the warmth of the indoor fireplace or in the clubhouse as well which is in the home’s premises. Why wait, book this homestay in Karnataka now.

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SaffronStays Kaapi Cottage, Chikmagalur

SaffronStays Kaapi Cottage is the perfect homestay for your getaway in South India. This Estate home is set on a 45 ACRE coffee plantation. Not only does it have more than 170 species of birds around but also numerous treks and trails to explore, wildlife sanctuary and waterfall too. Enjoy your own solitude as you sip on a steaming cup of coffee and admire the charming view of the surroundings.

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SaffronStays Calamondinn Bungalow, Coorg

An 1890’s colonial home, SaffronStays Calamondinn Bungalow sitting amidst the green hills of Coorg is where where you can pick and brew your own morning cuppa from its own coffee plantations. Also, you can explore the surroundings on a walking trail or learn more about bees or beekeeping through a demonstrative session hosted by the owner himself. This estate home in Coorg, with courteous hospitality offers home-cooked meals to make your stay an unforgettable one.

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SaffronStays Elgin Hall, Dalhousie

If you’re a hill-happy person, this estate home in Dalhousie is surely for you. SaffronStays Elgin Hall is all about rich aesthetics which takes you back to the regal era. Get comfortable in the seating area that offers beautiful views to relish your cup of chai. This 100 year huge stone structure is one of the 10 estate homes that makes it the perfect destination for a peaceful family vacation.

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SaffronStays Thanedhar Estate, Himachal Pradesh

A Northern home, apple picking and history…does it not intrigue you to book your next family getaway in the North? Set on a hilltop, SaffronStays Thanedhar Estate has a legacy of 100 years and also belongs to the family having a close connection to Samuel (Satyanand) Stokes, the man responsible for introducing apple cultivation in India. Not only does this estate home open out to beautiful views of the valley but is also cosy and homely. To experience this homestay in the north, book now.

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SaffronStays Parsi Manor, Matheran

This home in Matheran, SaffronStays Parsi Manor will let you step back in time. Keeping up with its regal charm, the 130-year old villa is your go-to vacation home, if you fancy antiques. You cannot miss out on the authentic Parsi Cuisine in this Estate home. With close proximity to Mumbai and Pune, this home makes it a perfect getaway for you and your family.

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SaffronStays MJ Estate, Panvel

A home that not only features hydroponic farming and pisciculture but also Vegetable and strawberry farming in the premises in one of the many Estate homes on our network. With not just a pool but also huge lawns and a badminton court, SaffronStays MJ Esate in Panvel is the  perfect home for your next quick weekend getaway near Mumbai.

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You’ve been looking for a unique estate home to vacay at, we gave you 10. So, book now. We assure you with a hasslefree stay and a memorable vacay!

A Charming Country Cottage In Ooty

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This 1860’s-built colonial cottage In Ooty will transport you to the countryside of England.

Have you ever dreamed of living in a cosy and exotic home? One that reminds you of the “cottage in the woods” from The Grimm Brothers’ Fairytales. A home that would get eyes glued, jaws dropping, and hearts freezing for a little moment. One with a perfect location, throwing up glorious views of tea plantations and hills on all sides. This home is right here in the hillocks of Ooty!

SaffronStays Milton Abbott’s layout resonates an authentic, cosy English cottage true to Ooty. Let’s take a tour of this charming space!

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The English Connection

Back in 1819, when the British ruled India, they ordered John Sullivan, the Collector of Coimbatore, to investigate “the fabulous tales concerning the Blue Mountains.” They forged their way through the many hills in an attempt to escape the heat and humidity and lounge in the cool weather whenever they could. Soon, Ooty became speckled with colonial bungalows, exotic fruit and vegetable farms, churches, roads and railway tracks in the hills. Thus, the seeds of a hill station were planted. By 1827, Ooty became the official summer capital of the Madras Presidency and remains to be one of South India’s most favoured getaways.

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Eye for Design

160 years have gone by and this place still has the same old charm, grace, and magic that continues to hold all its dwellers in complete thrall. Sloping roofs, pastel colour, and fine details pretty much define this immaculately presented colonial estate that has been refurbished into a quaint home-stay. The crisp white walls grow out from the manicured lawns into an abode so large it has more windows than a casual glance can count. The property comprises of 4 gorgeous suites, a living space with a fireplace and a dining hall. The furniture is a combination of handpicked vintage pieces and curated works of art graciously sprinkled over the wooden flooring.

The house has been designed by the British in such a way that in spite of heavy rains, there is no leakage anywhere and the teak wood floors stay perennially cool. Isn’t it surprising? Well, architects, these days have a lot to learn from our ancestors.

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Natural influences from the daisies, evergreens, orange and green plants, among others match the colour palette of the home.

The property, run by a Sri Lankan couple, dishes out delicious South-Indian food with vegetables plucked from their garden.

Trek in the scenic environs of the estate or go for long walks to the Ooty Golf Course. Picnic in the hills or spend your evenings gazing into the starry abyss. The cosy nooks within the home are perfect for curling up with a fat novel and a fine cup of chai. Daily bonfires make this one extra special.

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The slow soothing pace of SaffronStays Milton Abbott will transport you into a world of its own.

For bookings call us at +91-8424040040 or drop us an email: book@saffronstays.com.

 

SaffronStays Invites You On A Date With History

Time stands still when you step in through the doors of our painstakingly restored heritage homes.

India is home to some of the most characteristic historical monuments and homes. In fact, if history and heritage were a currency, we would be the richest country in the world. SaffronStays has several ancient homes, estates and even forts with restored grandeur in its kitty that stand a class apart. Consider staying at any of our 7 heritage homes across India on your next holiday. Their charm and character will leave you feeling overwhelmed…

SaffronStays Kurinji Estate, Kodaikanal

SaffronStays Kurinji Estate in Kodaikanal is an intriguing amalgamation of an echo of years gone by with a modern twist. The stunning antiques lend the heritage property a ‘living with history’ vibe. Wreathed in hedges and vines, this picturesque 1930’s built Thanjavur-styled stone cottage looks like something straight out of a fairytale. One can spend hours in admiration of the age-old craftsmanship and the efforts done to protect a slice of heritage.SaffronStays Kurinji Estate, Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu, Private Getaways, Heritage Homes Across India, Home-stays, Vacation Homes, Vintage Villas

SaffronStays Milton Abbott, Ooty

Miles away from the grime and noise of urban living is an untouched summer retreat built in the mid-1860’s. Inspired by the glorious manors of a colonial era, SaffronStays Milton Abbott is a sophisticated and luxurious retreat that reflects the magical merging of inspiration and architecture. Every room has luxury infused in every corner. The timber floors and high ceilings have been skilfully designed to remind you of the English countryside.SaffronStays Milton Abbott, Ooty, Tamil Nadu, Private Getaways, Heritage Homes Across India, Home-stays, Vacation Homes, Vintage Villas

SaffronStays Jaipura Garh, Jaipur

Among the most quintessential heritage homes across India is SaffronStays Jaipura Garh. Once the erstwhile home of the Jagir of Jaipura, this enchanting 18th-century Fort-House-turned-heritage-haveli has been tastefully re-built by keeping the natural state of the property intact. It is handsomely located amidst fields of gold in the village of Jaipura, around 40 km away from the city of Jaipur. Aesthetically-pleasing interiors, courteous staff, and regal hospitality make a stay at this 200-year-old palace a trip to remember. Inside, the hallways echo with whispers of history and there are stories weaved in every painting, photo frame, chandelier, and silverware.

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SaffronStays Calamondinn Bungalow, Coorg

At the far end of a long gravel driveway in the southernmost part of the “Scotland of India”, SaffronStays Calamondinn Bungalow sits amidst nascent coffee plantations and a pocket of light, semi-woodland. At the height of its sumptuousness, it used to be the jewel of the land in the late 19th century. But even now, its pertinence and grandeur have endured. The house is indeed Elizabethan, with intricate, wooden framed mirrors decking the walls, ornate chandeliers, a gramophone, grandfather clock and oil paintings of men and women in tunics and ruffs.SaffronStays Calamondinn Bungalow, Coorg, Karnataka, Private Getaways, Heritage Homes Across India, Home-stays, Vacation Homes, Vintage Villas

SaffronStays Ananta, Kamshet

Tucked away on a bountiful 3-acre estate, SaffronStays Ananta will remind you of the simple, warm homes that were shown in yesteryear’s black and white movies. The white exterior walls, red shingle roof, and the courtyard are reminiscent of a traditional Wada home. Decorated in muted tones and simple decor, SaffronStays Ananta retains a classic aura. The 3-bedroom farmhouse is nothing less than a treasure trove of an era gone by.SaffronStays Ananta, Kamshet, Maharashtra, Private Getaways, Heritage Homes Across India, Home-stays, Vacation Homes, Vintage Villas

SaffronStays Parsi Manor, Matheran

SaffronStays Parsi Manor is a traditional 19th-century colonial bungalow that once belonged to an erstwhile Parsi family from the hill stations of Matheran. With the recent restoration, the current owner has preserved a rich legacy for perpetuity. This 130-year old Parsi-owned bungalow with its priceless curios, vintage honeycomb tiles, and earthy decor emanates an old world charm. The 4-bedroom heritage bungalow reflects a strong Parsi cultural influence.

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For bookings call us on +91 84240 40040 or email us at book@saffronstays.com