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10 Villas in Mahabaleshwar For Your Next Road Trip With Friends

10th November 202220th March 2025Posted in SaffronStays DiariesTagged family holidays, homestay, Mahabaleshwar, places to visit in mahabaleshwar, pocket friendly villas, pocket-friendly, saffronstays, scenic holiday homes, scenic views, villas near Mumbai, Weekend getaways, weekend trips

Located in the picturesque Western Ghats, Mahabaleshwar is a lovely hill station known for its pleasant weather, lush-green valleys, and verdant hills. Because of its strawberry plantations, various rivers, gorgeous hills, and cascades, this magnificent hill station is nothing short of a paradise. It has also been a popular pilgrimage site due to the presence of various sacred temples as well as the fact that the Krishna river originates from here. With the pleasant atmosphere and scenic surrounding, SaffronStays offers you a selection of affordable villas in Mahabaleshwar that are ideal for staying and spending a memorable vacation with family and friends. Known for warm hospitality and top notch services, here are some of the best pocket-friendly villas in Mahabaleshwar and nearby places.

SaffronStays Horizon 360°, Mahabaleshwar

SaffronStays Horizon is a 5 bedroom pet-friendly villa located in Mahabaleshwar with an infinite view of the distant hills. This lovely private villa is surrounded by greenery making it a perfect place to relax while enjoying the cool breeze. It features a lovely garden filled with colorful flowers which is the best place to enjoy a meal with family and friends. Bedrooms are very well equipped with old Parsi style beds and finely carved wooden cupboards to ensure complete comfort of guests.

SaffronStays Verandah by the Valley, Panchgani

SaffronStays Verandah by the valley is a lovely 3 bedroom private villa that overlooks the stunning Panchgani valley. The beautiful sunset in the evening and clouds rising from the verandah gives this place a cosy and relaxing vibe. The gorgeous rooms and inverlochy-tiled verandah are very well equipped and contain antique wooden furniture. The chef in the villa will prepare authentic Maharashtrian style meals from freshly picked vegetables. Enjoy these meals in the private gazebo while unobstructed views of the natural beauty all around keep you company.

SaffronStays Red Brick House, Panchgani

Lovely and gorgeous place for a holiday, SaffronStays Red Brick house is a perfect blend of old world charm and modern style facilities. This beautiful home is the perfect place to spend relaxing time with kids and old folks, while leaving behind the hustle and bustle of daily life. It has an orchard and a lovely spacious lawn making them the perfect places to enjoy the picnic. Equipped with indoor games, an outdoor swing and a spacious terrace, you’ll find plenty of spots to indulge in fun activities with family and friends.

SaffronStays Casa Tranquil, Panchgani

Surrounded by the pleasant valleys of Panchgani, SaffronStays Casa Tranquil is a 4 bedroom pet-friendly villa with a unique and lovely vibe. The veg-only villa features a swimming pool which gives the opportunity to indulge in pool games with family and friends. For the entertainment of kids, there is a play area having few swings, slides and see-saw. There is a large open area which is the best place to enjoy a bonfire along with some games and music. Venna lake and Panchgani market are just 15 minutes away from the pool villa.

SaffronStays Redfields By Venna River, Mahabaleshwar

SaffronStays Redfields By Venna River is a contemporary 3 bedroom villa that overlooks the stunning mountains and the strawberry farms. This private villa is beautifully designed with natural wood and pleasant colour tones, and has a spacious verandah. Make some fantastic memories in the games area by playing carrom, chess, and other board games. Enjoy a farm-to-table experience with delicious meals and authentic Marathi thali prepared from freshly picked vegetables grown locally in the villa premises.

SaffronStays Niramay, Velhe

SaffronStays Niramay is a 3 bedroom pool villa which is an excellent place to spend a lovely holiday in the midst of nature. The villa has a lovely ambience due to the beautiful forest views on one side and stunning valley views on the other. Spread over 6 acres of land, this private villa near Pune has an influence of Wada style of architecture. It is equipped with top notch amenities to ensure a relaxing stay and a pleasant vacation. Try your hand at vegetable picking, relish farm-to-fork meals in the gazebo or simply enjoy your evenings in the spacious verandah…the home leaves you spoilt for choice!

SaffronStays Glasshouse, Panchgani

Situated on one of the finest hill stations, SaffronStays The Glasshouse is a charming couple-friendly villa equipped with cosy furnishing and French style windows. The cosy atmosphere of the villa makes it ideal for enjoying special intimate celebrations or occasions as well as spending relaxing time with your loved ones. It has a modern interior and exterior design, as well as great amenities. The large outdoor area is ideal for enjoying games with your partner!

SaffronStays Avabodha, Panchgani

SaffronStays Avabodha is a 3 bedroom eco-friendly villa perfect for spending a memorable holiday with your loved ones. It offers beautiful views of two rivers, which will calm you the moment you set your eyes on it. The chef on-site will pamper you with some of the best farm to table dishes by preparing some delicious Maharashtrian meals. If you love being outside under the open sky, the lawns are the best place to relax or simply huddle up over a bonfire!

SaffronStays Sky Abode, Panchgani

Overlooking the breathtaking views of Panchgani valley, SaffronStays Sky Abode is a 7 bedroom party villa surrounded by lush greenery. The outdoor barbeque area and a large spacious lawn is perfect for having a memorable picnic with loved ones. Enjoy games like carrom and table tennis at the villa’s gaming area. It will definitely be worthwhile to visit the nearby attractions such as Parsi Point, Sydney Point, and the Bhilar Waterfall.

Panchgani is definitely one of the best places to visit and explore while admiring the lovely nature from up close. It is the perfect place to enjoy your holiday while leaving behind the hustle and bustle of daily life. If you are planning to visit the strawberry capital, book some of the best pocket friendly villas by SaffronStays, which will provide you with an unmatched service experience along with some of the best facilities.

Hills, Beaches, or Pools: Make The Most of Easter Long Weekend

26th March 2021Posted in SaffronStays DiariesTagged Easter Long Weekend, Long weekend, long weekend getaway, long weekend getaways, long weekend trips, long weekends 2021, Maharashtra Holidays, places to visit in mahabaleshwar, pool villa in lonavala, Pool Villas, pool villas around Mumbai, Pool Villas for groups, Pool Villas near Mumbai, Private Pool, private villas, private villas near Mumbai, villa in panchgani, Villas in Lonavala

Everybody needs a vacation right now. Back-to-back day-offs fuel a greater urge to go on long weekend getaways. If you are bummed about missing out on the Holi weekend with no plans, don’t worry, there’s another one right after. Good Friday (April 2) to Easter Sunday (April 4) is the upcoming long weekend you can start planning for. Nowadays, holidays have to be planned more carefully considering all safety and social distancing norms. Escaping to private villas is an ideal choice as it guarantees the whole place to yourself, well-catered services, and taking care of your needs. So where could you step out for a safe getaway on this oncoming long weekend?

Cool Down at The Hill Stations Near Mumbai and Pune

SaffronStays Valley's Edge, Panchgani — SaffronStays Valley’s Edge, Panchgani

It is rare to not think of Khandala-Lonavala when looking at hill stations near Mumbai and Pune. A less than 2-hour drive is a relative escape from the sultry weather of these cities. There are several private villas in Lonavala where you could plan your stay and have a safe long weekend.

Include your pets in this long weekend getaway plan. You could head with your fur buddies to SaffronStays Stella Aurora, a private pool villa in Lonavala. This pet-friendly private villa near Mumbai and Pune has bright and airy interiors, giving everyone a refreshing change. There is enough space for your pets to run around too.

Other popular hill stations, nearer to Pune are Panchgani and Mahabaleshwar. A drive through the widespread western Ghats will transport one to a much cooler ambiance with panoramic views on the sides. Usually, tourists are frequented during the strawberry season, which makes a perfect destination for a relaxed long weekend.

One can add a colonial feel to their holiday at SaffronStays Dulwich Terrace, a private bungalow in Panchgani. This 4-bedroom red and white-tiled home beautifully blends old-style architecture with modern living. The terrace will be your favorite spot for the gorgeous sunset views as you sip your chai/coffee.

If you want to truly soak into the surrounding views, without even having to step out, SaffronStays Valley’s Edge is at your service! An elegant villa opens to an expansive 180-degree view right from its living room. The deliberate glass windows to its strategic location wrap you in the beautiful surroundings throughout.

Relax By The Beachside

Summer season allures to spend time by a beach. For this upcoming long weekend, you can opt for some beachside villas near Alibaug, which open up to uninterrupted views of the horizon.

Imagine expansive views of the ocean on three sides by living on a cliff! You can enjoy this dreamy scene at SaffronStays Villa 270° in Dapoli. These luxury cottages are pet-friendly too. It gets better, as they are equipped with WiFi. So do you really need to be waiting for the long weekend? Sunset views while you work facing the ocean, oh pack your bags already!

If you’ve been planning for a romantic weekend getaway, whisk away your partner to SaffronStays Little Paradise in Murud. These three wooden chalet-like cottages right across the Murud beach can be booked individually. Walk on the beach or enjoy the little white swing in the yard, this cozy home woos for a romantic holiday. A special arrangement for candlelight dinner and barbecue can be done here too.

To experience the elegance of beachside stays, you should pay a visit to SaffronStays La Casa Maestro in Kashid. This 4-bedroom private villa located 5 mins away from Kashid beach has a splash pool on one of its terraces! Contemporary interiors and lush green outdoors, the sound of waves while you dip in the pool, watching the stars, we can only fancy this as a dream come true!

Beat The Heat in Private Pool Villas

A dip in the pool is what we need right now, with the city’s rising temperatures. If hills or the beaches don’t charm you to spend this long weekend, then you can book safe private pool villas around Mumbai and enjoy your own good time, dip by dip!

Plan a reunion of family and friends together to chill at SaffronStays Summertime Oasis in Khopoli. This 9-bedroom farm stay resort with pool, rain dance, lawns, tracks for cycle rides, and a variety of indoor and outdoor games will keep every member happy with so much to do!

Long weekends are a great way to catch up on missed celebrations. If you want to celebrate special intimate occasions then SaffronStays Opal +Jade Villa, a set of twin pool villas in Karjat are an ideal venue. From nature’s retreat to sundowners by the pool, these private villas amuse with a range of activities. Jungle-themed birthday celebrations or hiking upon nearby trails enjoy a fulfilling long weekend getaway.

Hills, beaches, or pools, there are so many places you could go on this upcoming long weekend! Don’t let this weekend be a missed opportunity to make wonderful memories.

An Off-beat Escape To Strawberry Land: Panchgani

26th November 2020Posted in SaffronStays DiariesTagged nature villas near me, pet friendly homestays, pet friendly stays, places to visit in mahabaleshwar, SaffronStays Homestays, things to do in mahabaleshwar, villas in panchgani

While the pandemic continues to compel us to practice all precautions – wear a mask, use a sanitizer, keep distance – there’s nothing stopping us from celebrating life, laughter and our loved ones all over again.

How about an escape to the strawberry land of India? ‘Tis a berry beautiful season in the land of distant mountains, rustic valleys and soothing lakes, Panchgani, the heart of Mahabaleshwar. Scroll ahead to have a quick look at why the strawberry season is an experience you do not want to miss and everything you can do to make it count.

An indulgence of a kind

How often do you get an opportunity to pick your own fruits from a farm? While the city life has its own share of drawbacks the numero uno reason to visit Mahabaleshwar is to gather some offbeat experiences and indulge in a merry time with your loved ones.

The best time to visit Mahabaleshwar is the winter season. Winters in Mahabaleshwar are perfect for strawberries to ripen with absolute deliciousness. The Panchgani Strawberry Festival, as it is rightly termed, celebrates the arrival of these beauties by hosting tourists from across the country and allowing them to actually walk amidst these strawberry farms. A cherry on the top, or should we say, a “strawberry” on top? You can handpick these juicy strawberries, add them to your baskets and eat them right away!

Isn’t this then, an indulgence of a kind?

(Wish to disconnect with the outer world and connect with your true self? Check these 5 vacation homes that offer no WiFi and are not sorry about it!)

Good nutrition during the pandemic

The pandemic has compelled us to focus on our health, diet and nutrition intake now more than ever. Did you know that strawberries are a great source of Vitamin C? The fresher they are, the more they metabolize and hence, more is the nutritional value.

So, if those Vitamin C tablets recommended to boost your immunity during COVID-19 times are boring you out, get yourself loads of these freshly plucked strawberries from these natural farms and eliminate allied worries such as adulteration, poor sanitization, and low quality.

Going #VocalForLocal

And while you’re casually strolling amid these farms, examining strawberries and adding them to your basket while your little one narrates to you episodes of Strawberry Shortcake, you are generously supporting the local farmers of Mahabaleshwar that have worked so hard to produce this yield of juicy strawberries. Thereby, you also support the newly established idea of going #VocalForLocal.

You’d be mistaken if you were to assume that only local varieties of strawberries are to be found here. Have a quick chat with some of these farmers or volunteers of this festival and you’ll be surprised to know that these lands also support Sweet Charlie varieties of California, Camarosa, Winter Dawn, Rania and Nabila – the most notable varieties of strawberries cultivated across Mahabaleshwar.

So many other places to visit!

While strawberries remain the centre of attraction during winters, there are a number of other places to visit in Mahabaleshwar that will make your heart happy and relax your mind.

Picturesque lakes: Row your boats, click pictures and feel the lake breeze caress your skin at Lake Venna and Lake Shivsagar.
Heritage forts: Trek your way up and above and delve into the rich history of Maharashtra a little more with Pratapgarh Fort, Kamalgad Fort and Rajgad fort.
Satisfy your hunger pangs: Visit the stunning Mapro Garden and try various strawberry delicacies namely Strawberry Chocolate Pizza, Chocoberrywitch, etc. after a fun-filled session of strawberry picking.
Explore, explore and explore: Tour across various points such as the Wilson Point, Mumbai Point, Arthur’s Seat, Elphinstone Point, etc. and splurge at the town bazaar.

(Even your pet deserves a break! Check out these pet-friendly stays near Mumbai and Pune.)

Bonding with your loved ones, and SaffronStays

Give the notion of bonding with your loved ones over a trip a whole new meaning with SaffronStays. To sprinkle the magic of togetherness, love and warmth over your trip, we have homes that will make you want to traverse down the memory lane even after you’ve left Mahabaleshwar. That being said, take a look at these private, cosy and comfortable SaffronStays villas in Panchgani that you can book as you plan your trip to Mahabaleshwar.

SaffronStays Red Brick House:

A 4-bedroom rustic home boastful of its amalgamation of old school English vibes and the finest amenities. Features a terrace, a verandah, a huge lawn with an orchard and is in close proximity to the Mapro Garden, the Panchgani Market, the Venna Lake, Table Land and a strawberry farm.

SaffronStays Valley’s Edge

A 3-bedroom villa overlooking breathtaking views of the serene Panchgani Valley. Hosts its guests with warm, rustic vibes and a large outdoor space. Is situated at a short distance from various tourist points, Table Land, Venna Lake, etc.

SaffronStays Verandah By The Valley

A 2-bedroom hilltop home with antique wooden furniture and a dreamy verandah. Overlooks the majestic Panchgani valley and is located close to the Table Land, Kamalgad Fort, Horizon Point and Dhom Dam.

SaffronStays Verandah By The Valley (Tent)

One of the best nature villas near Mumbai, it is ideal for couples seeking a holiday in the quiet in the lap of nature.

SaffronStays Nitant

A 3-bedroom pool valley with minimal decor blends gazing at the Panchgani Valley. Features a large deck, organic garden along with the balcony of your dreams. Is located close to the Cheese Factory, Table Land and various points of Mahabaleshwar.

Are you as intrigued with Mahabaleshwar right now as we are? If yes, book your stay in luxury villas in Panchgani from SaffronStays right away and give us the opportunity to host you with wonderful experiences and the magic of togetherness.

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