The Red Stone Homestay-Ratnagiri

The Red Stone Homestay- Ratnagiri

Ratnagiri is a port city on the Arabian sea coast in Maharashtra. With its majestic Sahyadri range, virginal white beaches, cascading waterfalls, hot water springs, palm groves and the most famous, Alphonso mangoes it is a travelers delight. This beautiful homestay is located in a small Konkan village in Kotawade with Ratnagiri on one side at 18 kms and Ganapatipule on one side at 12 kms. The homestay is ideal for anyone seeking a serene getaway with all the necessary amenities and beautiful surroundings. Aare Ware Beach is just around 6km from here. There are mango, jack fruit, cashew and jamun trees in the surroundings. The location is well connected to most of tourist places within Ratnagiri. 

This red stone house has 1 room on the ground floor and 2 rooms on the first floor all with attach bathrooms. There is a huge living area and a terrace which can be used to do Barbeque. They have also installed a 15kw EV charger which is available 24 hours. Explore stunning beaches nearby, visit temples and indulge in Alphonso mangoes. Whether you seek relaxation or cultural exploration, this home stay has it all.

Location: 650 meters from Mahalakshmi Mandir Kotawade.
No. of Rooms: 3, Total Capacity: 15

How to Reach

Ratnagiri  has its own airport and railway station which is connected by major cities like Mumbai, Pune and Kolhapur. Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak Ratnagiri airport is located at 17km and nearest railway station is 21km from the homestay. Bus service is available from Mumbai, Pune and Satara. 

Tariff

Classic Room: 2750/-
Extra Person: 750/-
Entire Place: 12500/- (upto 15 people)
Complimentary: Breakfast  

Note: These tariffs do not apply during festivals and holidays

Child Policy
Upto 6 years: Complimentary (No Extra Bed)
7-12 years.: 50% (Extra bed provided)

What you pay for a homestay, brings a direct socio-economic benefit to locals. Be proud by not asking for a discount.

Facilities

Wi-fi • Parking • Open Seating Areas • Air Condition • Pet Friendly • Toiletries • Bonfire • Barbecue • EV charging station • 7×24 video Surveillance • Concierge • Pick and Drop Service (Paid)

Food

You can enjoy authentic Konkan food here. Breakfast options are poha, amboli, upma, sabudana khichdi, urad wada etc. Lip-smacking vegetarian meals and seafood is served as per the guest choice. You must try solkadhi, crab masala and cashew curry and delicacies like Solkadhi and Modaks. 

Activities

Bird Watching • Reading • Star Gazing • Hiking • Village Walk • Forest Walk • Yoga 

Local Attractions

Kajirbhati & Aare Ware Beach (6km) • Kalbadevi Beach (8km) • Ganpatipule Ganesh Temple & Beach (13km) • Mandavi Beach (16km) • Ratnadurg Fort (18km) • Shri Devi Bhagwati Temple (18km) • Thiba Point/Palace (18km) • Bhatye Beach (18km) 

Excursions

Jai Vinayak Temple (28km) • Jaigad Fort (32km) • Ambaghat (77km) • Chiplun (81km) • Pune (288km) • Mumbai (336km) 

Know Your Host

Meenal and Gaurav Joshi, the owners of this lovely place are based in Pune and visit here regularly. Meenal is a traveler, homemaker and a foodie. She likes to spend time with her guests and goes beyond to ensure their comfort when she is around. Else you will be taken care of by the care taker, who is equally passionate to provide you the best of the services. 

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