Vintage Villa-Mahabaleshwar

Vintage Villa-Mahabaleshwar

Just around 120kms from Pune and 230km from Mumbai, Mahabaleshwar is highly frequented hill station in the Western Ghats. It is a pinnacle of greenery, boasting one of the only evergreen forests in the world. With lush hills, valleys and view points like Lodwick Point, Arthur’s Seat and Babington Point, all of which offer spectacular views, Mahabaleshwar is an ideal destination for a cool break.

Surrounded by lush greenery, this well-maintained, Parsi-owned heritage bungalow is unique and tastefully done. There is one bedroom with attached bathroom on the ground floor along with the living room, kitchen, dining room and a powder room. And in just a few flights of stairs, there are 3 rooms – one master bedroom with an attached bathroom and 2 other rooms with a shared bathroom. The interiors are antique and well kept with all modern facilities that you can think of. The open spaces are abundant with birds and natural beauty. There is a nice collection of books if you just want to crash and read. Serene surroundings for your morning and evening walks, well-trained friendly staff and delicious meals served piping hot; the home has it all that is required for a perfect vacation. 

Location: 850 mts from Wilson point
No. of Rooms: 4 ; Total Capacity: 10 (including kids)

How to Reach

There is no airport or railway station in Mahabaleshwar, but it is easily accessible by road. The nearest airport is Pune Airport (125 kilometers away), which has frequent flights from all major cities. Satara (60 km) is the nearest railway station, and it is well connected by rail to major towns such as Satara, Kolhapur, Pune, and Mumbai. Cabs are easily available from airport and railway station.

Tariff

Entire Place: 21000/- (upto 6 ppl)
Extra Person: 2500/- 
Complimentary: Tea/Coffee & Breakfast

Note: This tariff does not apply during festivals and holidays. Also they take minimum 2 days booking on weekends (Friday and Saturday) and in the month of May.

Child Policy
Up to 6 years: Complimentary (no extra bed)
7-12 years.: 50% (with extra bed)

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

Facilities

Internet • Parking • Running Hot Water • Open Seating Areas • Pet Friendly • Toiletries • Library • Bonfire • Pick and Drop Service (Paid)

Food

You will be treated to homely food, balanced in taste and served piping hot from the in house kitchen. Both vegetarian and non vegetarian food is served. The cook specializes in Parsi dishes like Dhansakh, akuri, lasoon ghosht, pithla-bhakrisali chicken, and dhan dar patio. You can also try Maharashtrian cuisine like pitla bhakti, mutton/ chicken suka, fish fry, prawns masala etc. 

Activities

Bird Watching • Reading • Star Gazing • Hiking • Forest Walk • Adventure Sports

Local Attractions

Wilson Point (850mtr) • Sunrise point (1km) • Mahabaleshwar Hill Station (3km) • Dhobi Waterfall (4.3km) • Venna Lake Boating (4.7km) • Lodwick Point (5km) • Lingmala Waterfall Point (7km) • Mahabaleshwar Temple (7.6km) • Krishnabai Mandir (7.8km) • Elphinstone Point (12km) • Mapro Garden (12km) • Elephants Head Point (13.5km) • Arthur Seat (14.5km) 

Excursions

Pratapgad Fort (22km) • Satara (54km) • Mahad (62km) • Pune (119km) • Raigad (129km) • Khopoli (179km) 

Know Your Host

Ayesha Ghandy, who has been in the hospitality industry for over 15 years is the owner of the place. This is her family home that she has renovated with great care. Ayesha is very supportive and always available on the call to assist her guests. Her team is warm and do their best to make you stay as comfortable as possible.

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