The monsoons are finally upon us, and it’s time for the much-awaited outing. Are you wondering about where to spend a long weekend amid rolling hills, steep cliff faces, and gushing waterfalls? Here are some stunning villas in India to make your monsoon escape extra special.
SaffronStays SanvinaFarm, Karjat, is a 2-bedroom pool delicately designed farm-stay on a lush 10-acre estate. This farmhouse boasts an outdoor pool, verandahs and tranquil gardens with plenty of nooks to relax. Surrounded by cascading waterfalls, the villa is a place for those who appreciate quaint, blissful getaways amidst nature. It’s an aesthetically designed home that’s fascinating, especially during the monsoon, when everything around turns to the shade of green. Make acquaintances with a pond full of ducks, the resident cows Laxmi and Saraswati and the little calf, Nandi. Indeed, a good place to travel with kids where you can keep them away from screens! Pick your thrill by riding the ATV ride or go cycling around the valleys and up the mountains, head out for a trek to Kothaligad, or wake up each morning to the symphony of nature.
About 6 km from Bhivpuri Waterfalls, SaffronStays Sohana By The River, Karjat, is a private villa with an outdoor pool, a garden and a shared lounge. This farmhouse in Karjat is a peaceful and intensely green hundred-acre estate built with environmental sustainability. You can hear the peacocks calling at this estate as you breathe in the fresh, early-morning air while sitting on the verandah sipping your favourite beverage. If you wish to step out, you explore the Kondane Caves, and Bhimashankar falls in Karjat or drive down to Matheran too. Or take a dip in the nearby River Pej with your family! As the home is surrounded by lush greenery, it is the perfect place to sit back, relax and bond with your loved ones. Food lovers can gorge on authentic and lip-smackingly delicious homemade cuisine during their stay.
If you are planning to take a long drive to Nashik? You could then choose to stay at SaffronStays Onella, Nashik, a 5-bedroom bohemian-themed private pool villa just 2 km from Sula Vineyards. Located on its sprawling private vineyard, this beautiful home is just a stone’s throw away from the Gangapur dam. The terrace area on the first level of the villa gives you a view of the vineyards and Gangapur dam backwaters. You could take biking trips, tractor tours, or engage in a session to learn about grape farming to make it a complete wine county experience. The lush greenery of the vineyard and the view of the dam add to the beauty of this home in the monsoons.
Tucked away on the bank of the Pinjal river in Wada, Vikramgad, this SaffronStays Vedika, Wada is a heritage architectural marvel with luxurious amenities surrounded by a green food forest. This 4-bedroom estate is lined with lush green forests, making it the ideal destination in the rains. The azure pool is the best spot for you to relax and let go of all things stressful. Pamper your palates with fine gourmet dining, delicious Indian meals, and popular international dishes sitting by the pool in the evenings. The old-world charm of the place will relax your nerves and is an experience in itself. This is one of the best pool villas near Mumbai for a smashing group getaway these monsoons.
SaffronStays Dhyana,Wada, is a 3-bedroom pet-friendly pool villa for rent in Wada. This home is part of a gated society called Greenway Valley and can be booked along with the 2-bedroom SaffronStays Nithyam or 3-bedroom SaffronStays Ekaant. This budget-friendly bungalow is located close to the river. In fact, you can stroll along the Pinjal river that flows in the society too, when you opt to stay here. The gated community offers several monsoon activities such as nature trails, and stroll by the river Gargai, and you could also visit the Nakshatra garden and Flower garden. If you’re travelling with kids, with your young ones, you could visit the Sajan Dam too.
Open to the skies, surrounded by mountains and endless acres of serene greenery, SaffronStays Cinco Elementos,Panchgani, is a 4-bedroom, private pool villa that redefines monsoon vacation stays. Set across multiple levels, this contemporary abode gives a very homely relaxed vibe, with different spaces for different activities, all connected by a large lawn and vast courtyard filled with trees and shrubs. The villa offers incredible views of the mountain range, with mesmerising sunrises to wake up to. If there’s a home that keeps you, your family and friends busy, this is the one! With an attractive pool to step into or lounge around with a drink, you can watch how everyone is kept merrily occupied. While the kids play on the lawn, the swing and a spot of badminton can keep the elders busy. The scenic view surrounding the property is a sight to behold. A special private road from the villa will take you to the tableland from where you can experience Panchgani and its pristine beauty like never before.
For couples wanting to make the most of the romantic monsoon, SaffronStays The Glasshouse, Panchgani, is your go-to home. A charming glass room with cosy furnishings and french windows. The private home in Panchgani is carefully built with contemporary designs and modern amenities, breaking away from the chaos and hustle with an easygoing, slow-paced lifestyle. The home is your place to be, as it fills you up with warmth and love while the rains keep you indoors. There’s plenty of outdoor space, an orchard and an expansive lawn. You could go on a fruit trail, practise yoga, play table tennis, and enjoy a hot cuppa.
Just a 2-hour drive from Mumbai and Pune is SaffronStays Slate,Lonavala, a 4-bedroom pet-friendly pool bungalow with an outdoor patio, azure pool and breathtaking views of Western Ghats. While Lonavala and Khandala can be visited throughout the year, it is needless to say that the entire area really comes into its own during the lovely monsoons. And this home becomes a perfect choice in the rains! Sip on some adrak chai and enjoy the kanda bhajis in the Lonavala monsoons. Head out for treks and trails to Visapur fort or Lohagad fort, or enjoy the waterfalls in Lonavala while staying at this modern home.
If you’re looking for holiday destinations in Lonavala this monsoon, head straight to SaffronStays Inverlochy. The rains bring this place alive, with flourishing plants and trees covering it in a lush green carpet. And amid these thriving landscapes are streams of water rushing through. If you choose to stay at SaffronStays Inverlochy, this experience is just a stone’s throw away. Take a nature trail, visit the nearby waterfalls, visit the Bhaja caves or trek to Visapur or Lohagad fort.
If you have not visited SaffronStays Nandanvan Estate, Kodaikanal, until now, it should be one option you should surely consider for your monsoon break this year. Engulfed in a 35-acre organic coffee plantation, this 3-bedroom pet-friendly estate was established with the sole objective of enjoying an exceptional cup of coffee with family and friends in the lap of nature. You can enjoy a leisurely trek on the estate or even plan a picnic by the stream. Birdwatchers, keep your binoculars handy and be ready to spot around 30-40 species of birds. You may even spot a herd of elephants, bison or mouse deer as you trek through the woods. The estate has multiple trails around where guests can wander.
Named after its location next to the banks of the River Kaveri, SaffronStays Riverstone, Mysore, is a waterfront abode amidst nature. This 3-bedroom home, in the outskirts of Mysore, with the hustling sound of the river flowing by, is even more gorgeous in the rains. Away from the city’s hustle-bustle, the natural scenic beauty of this home in the rains mesmerises you.
Perched on a hilltop SaffronStays Hillview, Kasauli, is a 5-bedroom stone house that offers the best mountain views. With Gilbert Nature Trail and many more treks and trails in close proximity, this home is a perfect monsoon destination in the hills of the north.
For those who like to head to a home with grandeur and elegance, our newest home in the scenic hills and valleys of Manali, SaffronStays Monarch Manor, Manali, is the perfect choice to make. A 6-bedroom homestay with large acres of lovely green lawns and a majestic home structure will blow your mind. The most remarkable and noticeable aspect of this home is the sheer size of the front door, which is about 24 feet tall and is said to be the tallest main door of any home in Manali. Another noteworthy feature of this gorgeous home is the attic room with a transparent rooftop and a private jacuzzi, making it a perfect spot for couples to travel this monsoon. Water babies can also seek comfort in the many waterfalls around – from the Jogini Falls, Jana Waterfalls or trek up to the Sajla Waterfalls, an absolute monsoon delight.
