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Save Money on these 7 Luxurious Budget-Friendly Villas

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Going on luxury holidays does not necessarily mean you have break the bank. You read that right! You can enjoy your margaritas on loungers by the pool or enjoy a delicious barbecue without leaving a dent in your wallet.

Here are seven budget-friendly luxury villas that offer all the comforts of a five-star hotel, with no extravagant bills. 

1. SaffronStays Minerva, Alibaug

Ideal For: Elegant parties and black tie events with small groups of people. 

As you enter this manor-like private villa in Alibaug, you will be greeted with smooth chequered tiles, a sleek spiral staircase and a terrace with a stunning view of the surrounding hills. Soak in the sea breeze that wafts through this mansion’s airy rooms, all through the day. Take a jump in the pool to ward off the heat or enjoy a quaint picnic on the lawn, the expansive space around the villa is all yours. As dusk falls, head indoors where tasteful furnishings and European paintings on the wall draw up a perfect space for elegant dinners. Glam up, take photos and settle in for a night of revelry!

No. of guests: 8-12

Cost per night weekend: INR 6500 to 8000 per room + tax

Cost per night weekday: INR 6500 per room + tax

Book your dates now: SaffronStays Minerva

2. SaffronStays Casa Manga, Karjat

Ideal For: Casual family get-togethers to bring you closer to nature. 

Take a step away from screens at this budget-friendly luxury villa near Mumbai that sits in the heart of a mango orchard. Among the leafy greens, you can enjoy moments with your family that are difficult to find in the city — from sipping chai in a gazebo, laughter spilling out across the pool, to chatting around a crackling bonfire, roasting marshmallows under a night sky. With a sparkling pool, an abundance of board games and a chef whose masala bhindi is to die for, this villa should be your next destination for making memories.

No. of guests: 8-12

Cost per night weekend: INR 6000 to 7500 per room + tax

Cost per night weekday: INR 4800 per room + tax

Book your dates now: SaffronStays Casa Manga

SaffronStays Nature's Bounty in Nashik

3. SaffronStays Nature’s Bounty, Nashik

Ideal For: Corporate offsites, yoga retreats and picnics with the extended family. 

Welcome to three acres of lush lawns, organic farms and serene hills at a  distance. Get ready to be charmed from the first minute of your stay at this farmhouse-esque private villa in Nashik. The wicker chairs and wooden rafters create a distinct pastoral feel that will soothe your soul. Drink in the beauty of the countryside as you pick guavas from trees and munch on them, trek to the nearby Ramshej Fort and hang out with ducks, rabbits and hens by the pond. This dreamy Nashik getaway allows you to disconnect fully. 

No. of guests: 8-15

Cost per night weekend: INR 5500 to 5714 per room + tax

Cost per night weekday: INR 4000 per room + tax

Book your dates now: SaffronStays Nature’s Bounty

4. SaffronStays Barney, Lonavala

Ideal For: Groups of friends or coworkers looking for a cosy venue with a pool. 

Sometimes all you need is a home away from home, and this lavish Lonavala residence fits the bill. With four cushy bedrooms to laze around in, a splendid pool for the ultimate party, and caretakers to look after your every need, SaffronStays Barney offers the ideal escape. Cool Lonavala winds and a view of the Western Ghats will level up your holiday experience. You, your guests and even your pets will find happy memories and Insta-worthy pictures at this villa’s deluxe property without shelling out a lot of money. 

No. of guests: 8-10

Cost per night weekend: INR 5400 to 6750 per room + tax

Cost per night weekday: INR 4388 per room + tax

Book your dates now: SaffronStays Barney

5. SaffronStays Riverdale, Lavasa

Ideal For: Large groups of people who love scenic views and pool parties. 

Want a lakeside holiday that doesn’t burn a hole in your pocket? Try our budget-friendly luxury villa that sits on the banks of Varasgaon Dam. This holiday home near Mumbai and Pune has a sweeping view of rolling hills that you will fall in love with, and pool overlooking the dam. The home is located 10 minutes away from Lavasa city. The interiors of this villa are artistically decorated with beautiful local paintings from Indonesia. Food lovers can gorge on authentic Maharashtrian feast cooked by the in-house chef.

No. of guests: 10-12

Cost per night weekend: INR 5490 to 7425 per room + tax

Cost per night weekday: INR 4800 per room + tax

Book your dates now: SaffronStays Riverdale

6. SaffronStays Juniper, Lonavala

Ideal For: Large get togethers, corporate events and parties that require elegant venues. 

SaffronStays Juniper is a sprawling villa with tasteful furnishings that is perfect for large gatherings. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly luxury villa to charm your hosts, this stylish house is just what you need as it features classy tiles, vibrant wallpapers and quirky decor pieces that give each room a unique feel. Don’t miss out on the balcony and its amazing views of the city — it’s a great spot for a group selfie!

No. of guests: 6-24

Cost per night weekend: INR 6800 to 8500 per room + tax

Cost per night weekday: INR 5525 per room + tax

Book your dates now: SaffronStays Juniper

7. SaffronStays Roselle, Malavli

Ideal For: Intimate getaways with friends and family in a quiet but serene location. 

This pool bungalow wraps guests in a warm and homely vibe, offering the privacy and freedom to be oneself that one doesn’t often find elsewhere. Your days will feel easy and your nights endless as you float in the pool all day or indulge in exciting board games with the fam. All hints of stress will disappear with the first bite of every meal —  an authentic, homemade Maharashtrian delicacy. Outside, soft grassy lawns and a plethora of bright flowers will make a refreshing change from office walls and phone screens. 

No. of guests: 6-10

Cost per night weekend: INR 5400 to 6750 per room + tax

Cost per night weekday: INR 4388 per room + tax

Book your dates now: SaffronStays Roselle

It’s time for you to choose relaxation and comfort without worrying about the purse strings. These budget-friendly luxury villas are waiting for you — doors wide open, plush beds made, and swimming pools ready to be jumped in. So get booking now!

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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.

SaffronStaysXEzy Mov: Travel With Dignity

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Picture this: Lush tress all around, rivers brimming with water, birds flitting around against a dramatic sky and the pitter-patter of raindrops against your car’s window. Reminiscent of a road trip with your family, is it not? With the monsoons, a sense of wanderlust is imminent. The urge to travel to exotic locales, try mouth-watering cuisines and cherish every moment spent together with your family, even if it’s just over one weekend, can be overwhelming. Yet, instead of acting upon those urges and heading out for a getaway, we delay the plan for another time. And the main reason, more often than not, is a senior family member who, due to mobility constraints does not wish to burden himself/ herself, or the family members during that long journey.

To break these very shackles, Ezy Mov, India’s premier wheelchair accessible cab company was conceived. Founded by Rrajesh Patil, Romeo Ravva, and Bennet D’Cunha in 2015, Ezy Mov had only one objective in mind: To ensure a dignified mode of transport for all those with limited mobility through a technically advanced fleet of cabs fitted with world class equipment like hydraulic lifts and wheelchair restraint systems driven by a team of professional and courteous drivers. Much like Ezy Mov, other platforms like Enable Travel and ENAT ensure a comfortable and honourable travel experience for individuals with access hindrances.

Reclaiming Freedom

Having one’s independency and freedom snatched away is a difficult obstacle to overcome. By accepting accessible transport, travellers both young and old can head out to their favourite spots, stress-free. Be it permanent or temporary, respite from being someone’s responsibility is empowering in its own stance. Ezy Mov’s vehicles ensure that a patient or traveller reaches his/ her destination sans any external help.

Gratitude for the Teachings

We are always trying to honour the toils and troubles our parents went through to raise us. A vacation away from the noise and din is something any senior citizen would appreciate. A number of SaffronStays homes have been designed to ease access for those who may face ascent or descent complications. A holiday package, gifted to your dear ones would be the ideal form of gratitude, wouldn’t it? After all, we too promote inclusive holidays where the entire family bonds!

Here are some of the homes SaffronStays recommends for those with mobility restrictions:

SaffronStays L’attitude, Kamshet

When rest and relaxation is on your mind, SaffronStays L’attitude is the place to be at. Nestled in the hills of Kamshet, Maharashtra, this uber-luxurious home has been designed with comfort of accessibility as the highest priority. With no steps at the entrance of the home, open access to the balcony overlooking a gorgeous lake, and two bedrooms on the ground floor, L’attitude is a must visit. This monsoon, head over with your family and friends for an inclusive vacation, and enjoy the 108 lush trees around the property in all their grandeur.

Accessibility Quotient: 10/10

SaffronStays Little Paradise, Murud

Save the 2 steps to get into the home at SaffronStays Little Paradise, the beachfront cottages are a perfect getaway. With a manicured lawn, pathway to the beach, and a tranquil porch, everyone can now enjoy a stay by the sea.

Accessibility Quotient: 8/10

SaffronStays Bliss, Mulshi Road

With 2 bedrooms, a home theatre and a pool all on the ground floor, SaffronStays Bliss can be the place your family and friends head out to next. Close to Pune city, Bliss, Bhugaon proves for soothing weekday visits too. So close to the metros, accessible by all, and equipped with amenities. Need we say more?

Accessibility Quotient: 8/10

SaffronStays 9 Palms, Alibaug

How often have your parents’ Bridge-playing buddies made a plan to head out of the city for a vacation? Gift them that perfect holiday at SaffronStays 9 Palms, Alibaug and help them cherish unforgettable memories. Home-cooked meals, vast lawns and a pool to while away a lazy afternoon is what we all crave for, don’t we?

Accessibility Quotient: 7/10

Book your holiday now: www.saffronstays.com | book@saffronstays.com

Which travel quote best describes why you travel?

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The best thing about travel is the feeling you get just before you take a holiday. And if you are a serious traveler, we are sure you’re fed up of trying to motivate & explain the non vacationers about the joys of travel. And in such, a travel quote best verbalizes your interest in exploring new places. We have handpicked few such inspiring quotes that answer the most common questions: ‘Why do you travel?’ Or ‘Why travel makes you happy?’ 

01. “I want to hang a map of the world in my house, and then I’m gonna put pins into all the locations that I’ve traveled to. But first I’m gonna have to travel to the top two corners of the map, so it won’t fall down.” –Mitch Hedberg

What could be a better place to pin your map the first than the Princess of Hill stations, Kodaikanal in Tamil Nadu.
What could be a better place to pin your map the first than the Princess of Hill stations, Kodaikanal in Tamil Nadu.

02. “I never travel without my diary. One should always have something sensational to read on the train.” –Oscar Wilde

Imagine sitting by this window at Inner Temple in North Goa and reading your favorite book for hours!
Imagine sitting by this window at Inner Temple in North Goa and reading your favorite book for hours!

03. “To my mind, the greatest reward and luxury of travel is to be able to experience everyday things as if for the first time, to be in a position in which almost nothing is so familiar it is taken for granted.” – Bill Bryson

Experience a home away from home at Parsi Manor in Matheran
Experience a home away from home at Parsi Manor in Matheran

04. “I am not the same, having seen the moon shine on the other side of the world.” – Mary Anne Radmacher

Nothing could be better for sky gazing than Saltrim, a private beach villa in Alibaug
Nothing could be better for sky gazing than Saltrim, a private beach villa in Alibaug

05. “Wandering re-establishes the original harmony which once existed between man and the universe.” –Anatole France

At Little Paradise in Murud you'd want to be in sync with the nature!
At Little Paradise in Murud you’d want to be in sync with the nature!

06. “There was nowhere to go but everywhere, so just keep on rolling under the stars.” – Jack Kerouac

A beautiful bungalow literally on the edge of a valley in Panchgani
A beautiful bungalow literally on the edge of a valley in Panchgani

07.  “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do.” – Mark Twain

Trust us, you will be disappointed if you do not visit Bordi-Gholvad, a destination that is rich in Parsi culture & heritage.
Trust us, you will be disappointed if you do not visit Bordi-Gholvad, a destination that is rich in Parsi culture & heritage.

08.  “The traveler sees what he sees, the tourist sees what he has come to see.” – G.K. Chesterton

If you believe that sometimes simple is the new beautiful, than you must visit Mango Huts at Pali, Khopoli near Imagica
If you believe that sometimes simple is the new beautiful, then you must visit Mango Huts at Pali, Khopoli near Imagica

09. “A mind that is stretched by a new experience can never go back to its old dimensions.” – Oliver Wendell Holmes

Experience another level of luxury at Glasshouse, a gorgeous pool villa near Mulshi in Pune
Experience another level of luxury at Glasshouse, a gorgeous pool villa near Mulshi in Pune

10. “Half the fun of travel is the aesthetic of lostness.” – Ray Bradbury

Nirvana in Dapoli is the optimism of the endless horizon and blue skies ahead!
Nirvana in Dapoli is the optimism of the endless horizon and blue skies ahead!

All the above quotes prove that we’re all somewhere connected by a love for travel, no? If you still haven’t found a quote that best justifies why travel makes you happy, please share the quote in comments below.