“There is nothing like a newborn baby to renew your spirit and to buttress your resolve to make the world a better place” Babies bring along lots of joy, happy feelings, and endless charm. You feel elated as you become proud parents of a little angel. You often find it hard to string the right words to describe them and show the joys of parenting.
Escape with your little source of perpetual wonders. Make the most of your getaway and celebrate parenthood. These amazing villas by SaffronStays are just right for you and your ray of sunshine.
Enveloped with lush greenery, SaffronStays Kamal Farms, a 4-Bedroom villa is absolutely worthwhile for celebrating your parenthood. An air of serenity settles over you as soon as you enter the property. You’ll also be greeted by the sound of flowing river.
Feel this immense wave of happiness as your baby takes his/her first step and dances all the way into your heart. With views of the verdant green mountains, experience nature at it’s finest and share the joys of parenthood with loved ones.
Cozy rustic cottages ideal for for a digital-free weekend, SaffronStays Mango Huts is just a few hours away from Mumbai. Surrounded by acres and acres of mango trees, this home is carefully designed to let guests experience life in the idyllic countryside.
So come along with your pocket full of mischief and have a weekend full of fun and frolic as you celebrate your parenthood!
A contemporary home with all the modern comforts, SaffronStays Beyond pays homage to mother nature with the green surroundings. This home offers open air bathrooms, indoor plants as well as an earthy decor.
Experience serenity along with your little miracle that never ceases to be miraculous. Enjoy every precious moment of your parenthood as you go butterfly counting and stargazing at this refuge.
Enjoy a Greek styled getaway at the artistically crafted SaffronStays Casa Blanca: a home away from home. Watch your baby take their first steps and fill the house with rainbows, sparkles and cackles.
Spacious enough, bring along your big family to have a relaxing and fun filled getaway. Watch as everyone takes their turn for an adorable moment with your baby.
Located between Pune and Panchgani, this is a getaway bounded by greenery. This home gives you a chance to explore the wilderness with your little one.
Soak in the warmth of the sunlight. Fill your Instagram feed with pictures of your precious gift crawling along the lush green lawns.
A perfect destination for experiencing the joys of parenthood: SaffronStays Girijyot awaits your presence!
Celebrate your parenthood now and book your villas: www.saffronstays.com For further details, contact us: book@saffronstays.com | +91 8424040040
Monsoons are round the corner. Enjoy a cup of hot tea lounging atop a hill station. Take a stroll among trees in a light drizzle, or simply relax and enjoy the beautiful weather. SaffronStays presents you some monsoon getaway options; in and around Maharashtra.
Perched on a hillside, this earthy home provides a view of the expansive Mulshi lake. This 5-bedroom home is made out of all natural materials. One can take a dip in the lake. Savour the lip-smacking food and unwind in the serenity, the surroundings provide.
This home boasts of an outdoor Jacuzzi and an amazing view of a bubbling river. And the best part? Its practically 2 hours away from Mumbai! This 2.5 bedroom house is an amalgamation of modern and traditional architecture. Furnished with all modern amenities, this villa gives a homely vibe to the guests.
Perched on a cliff edge, this home looks over the expanse of the valley in Panchgani. Watch the sun dip low in the horizon. Smell the petrichor and a splash of light drizzle on your face. One can go strawberry or gooseberry picking. Guests can also see beautiful view of the Nagewadi Dam waters from the open deck built at the house.
The ambience of a colonial cottage, SaffronStays Calamondinn Bunglow, Ooty is a 6000 square feet heritage bungalow set amidst a coffee plantation. Sit back and relax with a book. Take a walk among the plantations, or just spend time with your loved one. As this home borders the Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, guests have a lot of flora and fauna to explore around the home.
Located in one of the very well known destinations for a monsoon getaway, SaffronStays Milton Abbott Estate transports guests to another world with its heritage charm. This home has 4 gorgeous suites where guests experience the regal charm of the colonial era. Sit around a bonfire and savour this monsoon weather with your family and friends.
So what are you waiting for? Come, explore these beautiful villas and enjoy monsoon rains to the fullest!
In need of some mental recharge? Then it is time to pack up your bags and set off for a quick getaway to waterfront villas. As there is nothing like jaw-dropping views, scrumptious food and tranquil settings, to cure the blues.
Don’t know where to find one? SaffronStays is here to solve your dilemma and brings you the wonderful waterfront villas for your quick getaway! Luxuriate in the privacy, savour the serenity, gorge on delicious meals and get inspired by the magnificent views.
Here’s a list of six waterfront villas for your quick getaway to unwind!
Perched on a cliff, SaffronStays Villa 270°,offers stunning views of the Arabian sea from all sides. It has five stunning cottages which can be booked individually. This villa has a rustic setting, designed using the stone age style. This quaint homestay with a lovely garden and a man made pond, offers the perfect chance to relax. So, enjoy gorging on delicious Konkani seafood delicacies while the panoramic views keep you company.
SaffronStays Salt Rim, a 2-bedroom beachfront villa, can accommodate up to 10 guests. With Goan and Portuguese style decor, the wooden decor and earthy tones soothes the tumultuous soul. This is perfect for the ones in need to recharge as there is no inhabitation for half a kilometer. Feel the wind in your hair, the sun on your face and the sand beneath your feet as you make an escape to this heavenly abode.
SaffronStays L’attitude, a lakefront villa, is an incredible 3-bedroom villa which can accommodate up to 9 guests. Built with reclaimed wood, mud and exposed brick it adds a raw charm to the interiors and is a soothing retreat for everyone. Sit on the deck and experience the splendid sunsets and sunrises. The perfectly meshed rustic setting and luxurious interiors offers luxury and comforts to its guests.
SaffronStays Little Paradise, with its own private and secluded beach is perfect for a romantic getaway. It has 3 wooden cabins which can be booked individually and can accommodate up to 9 guests in all. Sink your toes into the water, lounge on the secluded beach or enjoy the amazing ocean breeze from the comfort of a cozy front porch. This is a perfect getaway for the one’s seeking solitude.
Away from the cacophonous crowd, savour the much needed tranquility at SaffronStays River Rock. A 2-bedroom villa, it is pet friendly where you and your furry little friend can frolic all you want. Lounge in the private outdoor jacuzzi or dip your toes in the bubbling river nearby! This brick-and-mortar edifice can accommodate up to 6 guests and is perfect for a rustic rejuvenation.
An earthy home, SaffronStays Fragrant Sun, offers its guests an expansive view of the Mulshi lake. A 4-bedroom home, the rooms can be booked individually and it can accommodate up to 16 guests. It is surrounded by lawns with a bonfire sit-out, gardens, fruit trees, herbs and vegetable patches. Savour the mouth-watering food while the mesmerising views make it hard for you to ever leave!
To book your next stay with SaffronStays, send a mail to book@saffronstays.com with the name of the home in the subject line!
Valentine’s Day is about going that extra mile to pamper your loved one. If you’re still hunting for that perfect gift, we recommend checking out these cozy vacations for two at a gorgeous, private villa just outside of Mumbai. A romantic road trip, a starlit dinner and a bottle of wine… What else could you ask for?
In the romantic spirit of the day, SaffronStays is offering all Valentine couples special room-based packages all week (from 13th to 17th February). From lakefront dinners to heritage stays, there’s definitely something special for everyone!
Experience the luxury of solitude at this luxury lakefront eco-villa
A luxurious earth loving home
Imagine snuggling up to your Valentine as you watch the sun rise over the lake or holding them close as you sit down to a candle-lit dinner in the breezy lakefront verandah. With only the stars to keep you company, this luxurious, earth-friendly villa in Kamshet, just a 2 hours drive from Mumbai. is the ideal Valentine’s escape!
Tariff: INR 15,000 + taxes per couple
Package includes: 1 night stay at a luxury lakefront villa, meals, a bottle of wine & adventure activities with your special someone.
Exclusions: Transfers to/from the nearest airport/railway station
Why not escape the crowded city with your Valentine? Sail away to Alibaug and spend the evening at a luxurious private villa with an absolutely divine swimming pool. From a cozy couples massage to a dreamy candlelit dinner under the stars, treat your Valentine to a night they’ll never forget! Tip – take the speed boat from the Gateway of India and reach 9 Palms in under an hour!
Tariff: INR 10,500 + taxes per couple
Package includes: 1 night stay at a luxury pool villa, bottle of wine & a relaxing couples massage
With spectacular views of the Arabian Sea sunset, this cliff-side villa is the perfect spot to steal away from the city with your loved one. Gaze out onto a starlit ocean, snuggle up over a delicious Konkani meal on the sea-facing deck or spend the evening just listening to the sound of the waves. Quiet and secluded, Nirvana is an idyllic retreat just outside of Mumbai.
Tariff: Starting at INR 8,000 + taxes per couple
Package includes: 1 night stay at a stunning cliffside villa, delicious Konkani meals & a bottle of wine
Exclusions: Transfers to/from the nearest airport/railway station
Deep in the heart of Matheran, discover a beautiful 130-year old Parsi heritage villa, complete with gorgeous wooden antique furniture and the infamous Matheran monkeys. Stepping into this Manor is like taking a step back in time. If you share a love for history or unique experiences with your Valentine, then this is the perfect package for you!
Tariff: INR 6,000 + taxes per couple
Package includes: Stay at a gorgeous Parsi heritage villa & a bottle of wine.
Exclusions: Meals & transfers to/from the nearest airport/railway station
With its own private, secluded beach, Little Paradise – a cozy waterfront villa near Murud – is very aptly named. Sink your toes in the warm water, lounge on the secluded beach or enjoy the amazing ocean breeze with your loved one from the comfort of the cozy front porch. If you’re looking for a peaceful, cozy Valentine, this rustic beachfront cottage is the ideal escape!
Tariff: INR 7,500 + taxes per couple
Package includes: 1 night stay at a gorgeous beachfront cottage, meals, bottle of wine & access to a secluded beach, just 50 steps from the villa.
Exclusions: Transfers to/from the nearest airport/railway station
P.S – The villa has a gorgeous outdoor swing that’s ideal for couple selfies!
To book your dream Valentine’s now, email us at book@saffronstays.com.
Tired of the sweltering heat and the daily dust and grime of the city? Desperately look forward to the weekend to let off some steam? Yes, we hear you.
A few weeks ago, we recommended some of our offbeat homestays around Mumbai, and encouraged by the great response we received, we, at SaffronStays have compiled the third edition of the “Weekend Getaways from Mumbai” [For the previous editions, click on Weekend getaways from Mumbai part 1 and Weekend getaways from Mumbai part 2].
#1. Luxury farmhouse in Karjat.
Spread across a verdant expanse of 10 acres, this is an ideal retreat from the busy metropolitan life. There is a basketball court, open lawns to play football, indoor games and a swimming pool surrounded by raw mango trees. The farmhouse has 3 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and opens on three sides, making it cool and breezy. A little away from the house is a shaded trellis where you can feast on a barbecue dinner under the sky and make memories! Exercise your tensed muscles the next morning cycling and riding a dirt bike along the farmland.
Located about 10 kms from Murud, in Agardanda, this beachvilla will take your breath away. Here, the only sound that disturbs the peace is that of the sea waves crashing on the shores, barely 50 meters away. The property has no neighbours, so the stretch of 200-300 meters of beach is almost private. It has 2 units, wooden structures, both with a porch from where one can keep staring into the open Ocean. You will find yourself fixed on the porch the whole day long with a book for company.
Stare into the sea for hours together with a book for company
With two beautiful stretches of well-manicured lawns for your children and pets to play around, this villa in Lonavala is just like your own home. Very quiet and serene, you can sit back and unwind. The interiors are well-decorated and will remind you of antiquities. Guests may prepare their own food in the well-equipped kitchen, but the caretaker will be more than willing to cook food for you. Whats more, this is a pet friendly place. In the evening, sit down with your family on the lawn, play games, have fun and forget about everything else for a while.
Big lawns = fun filled holidays for entire family. Kids can be kids, adults can be kids too
If you’re travelling as a group of friends or with two or more families, then this villa is perfect for bonding and having a jamboree. There is a large lawn in front of the house where you can play football or any other sport, or simply just sit down and chat. Upstairs, there is a proper gym where you can work out, after which those tensed muscles can be eased in the Jacuzzi hot tub. There is also a swimming pool where you can cavort with your friend and family!
Cricket or football? or good old ‘saakhli’ or ‘lagori’? So many choices!!!
This scenic, exotic villa in the quiet village of Zirad in Alibaug is nothing short of a dream home. With a beautiful, well-maintained swimming pool and plush interiors, you are guaranteed a 5-star vacation. Enjoy the evening in the company of your friends and family on the terrace lounging, star-gazing and munching on some scrumptious barbecue. Who doesn’t like barbecue, right?
Book here for a lavish weekend.. Go ahead, pamper yourself
Just 10 minutes away from the Mandwa jetty, this pet-friendly, lovely stone villa is easily accessible. Tastefully decorated with antique furniture and with two outdoor sitting areas, you can breathe in the fresh, unpolluted air, read, eat and enjoy. In the afternoons, either simply laze around or cycle through the tranquil villages and the two nearby ponds and enjoy the peace and calm. The evenings are meant to go to the Awas beach, which is a nice 5-10 minute walk from the house. Play cricket, run around, get soaked and have fun till you get tired!
Beautiful stone architecture and tastefully done interiors
This homestay is close to the Kihim beach and is reminiscent of the peaceful, tension-free village lifestyle. The slow, lazy life in this area helps ease the pressure of the daily city life. The Kihim beach is extensive, clean and unclogged. You can go for early morning runs along the sea. The adventurous can also hire cycles and go for local sight-seeing. Tents can also be hired of you want to sleep under the star-studded, open night sky.
Enjoy peaceful evenings and fun filled days at this homestay
Constructed inside a gated colony with day-long security, this cosy family cottage is a simple, yet comfortable getaway from the city. Just off the highway, it is easy to locate too. A fully furnished home with a beautiful garden embellished with kaleidoscopic flowers, you are assured of finding peace here. The caretaker is jovial and friendly and will gladly take care of your needs and food. In the evening, you can sit in the verandah amidst greenery and forge fond memories with your family.
This villa lies off the highway and is simple to locate. Ideal for a large group, you can soak in the river that flows next to the property, eat, read, walk around, party with your friends and have a jolly time in general. There is an outdoor eating area, where you can enjoy dinner in the company of your close ones under the open, magnificent night sky. You can also indulge in sports in the open space around.
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About the Author:
Aatreya Bhat spends a major part of the day reading, writing and jamming. The rest of the day, he spends explaining his name to others. He loves reading political books and is a big fan of the caped crusader. Skydiving and experiencing a Manchester derby at the Trafford will always top his bucket list.
