6 beautiful villas near Mumbai for a weekend getaway

Santorini Sunsets, Talegaon
With several international travel restrictions in place, a trip abroad might not be the best idea in these times. But within driving distance of Mumbai, you can be transported to Greece’s beautiful island of Santorini at this villa in Talegaon. Designed with classic touches of whitewashed walls with accents of blue, Santorini Sunsets is perfect for a weekend getaway for a slice of Greek life. A private pool with a patio where you can enjoy a sundowner, three bedrooms filled with artefacts reflecting Greece, and bougainvilleas that further enhance this theme are part of the charm. The villa’s rooftop opens up to views of a lake and a dam, and there’s also a trekking path leading up to a hill. Meals, both veg and non-veg are included in the stay package. 

For tariff and bookings, visit saffronstays.com

Chandralok Villas, Lonavala
Nestled in one of Lonavala’s winding bylanes, Chandralok Villas are a set of four boutique properties built adjacent to one another. Designed by architect Farshogar Tangri and managed by Heta Ganatra, this family-run stay offers ample space for family get-togethers as well as for friends to chill together. Each villa features four-and-a-half bedrooms (the half being on a mezzanine floor), a private pool, lawn, living room, and Lilliputian balconies offering a view of the verdant greens. The in-house staff ensures you have a comfortable stay with housekeeping services, a vegetarian fare and other requests just a phone call away. The pet-friendly stay also offers experiences like nature trails, yoga, vintage house spotting and more, on request.

For tariff and bookings, contact Heta on +91 9422305965

Paashaan Villa, Khopoli
Apart from great design, this villa has bragging rights of being featured in the Netflix series ‘The World’s Most Extraordinary Homes’. Not too far away from the city, Paashaan Villa in Khopoli is built by SPASM Design Architects, on a cliff, overlooking the serene landscape of hills and flatlands. It offers four sprawling bedrooms, an infinity pool which can be heated on request, and a huge private lawn. The villa also features courtyards with mango trees where one can set up an elaborate family breakfast or enjoy a night of stargazing. It also has open-to-sky, spa-like bathrooms. Candlelit dinners, yoga sessions, baking classes and spa services are available on request. You can also enjoy wood-fired pizzas, barbecues and vegetarian meals prepared by the staff, however, non-veg food isn’t permitted in this property.

For tariff and bookings, visit vistarooms.com 
 

Villa Shashwat, Alibag
Whether you want to relax and do nothing, or engage in activities and play sports, this villa offers it all. From a pond-like pool, a cricket pitch, a multipurpose court and a game room, there’s something for everyone. Villa Shashwat’s architecture takes its inspiration from the red brick kilns that dot Alibag’s landscape, with a blend of understated elegance and grandeur. It offers five ensuite bedrooms, a large living and dining room, and is surrounded by lush foliage.

For tariff and bookings, visit lohono.com 

Sanvina Farm, Karjat
If you are looking for a villa in the midst of nature, this farmhouse on a 10-acre estate complete with cows, over 2,000 trees and an organic farm where fresh veggies and herbs are grown is for you. The three-bedroom stay is also close to a seasonal river where you can go rafting, or head out for the Kothiligad trek. Experience farm-to-table meals, local Maharashtrian cuisine, and sunrises with birds chirping as you wake up in the midst of nature. The stay also offers rustic experiences like learning to milk a cow, trying your hand at paddy farming and is home to a dog, ducks and geese. During monsoons, the river fills up and the farmhouse is surrounded by lush greenery and waterfalls, making it a perfect retreat to detox amid nature.

For tariff and bookings, visit saffronstays.com 

Geometrica Art Villa, Lonavala
One of the newest properties in Lonavala, Geometrica is also India’s first conceptual art holiday home by Le Sutra Great Escapes. The villa features three bedrooms, a garden, an outdoor bar and a private pool, with a view of the Sahyadris. But the highlight of this property is surely the art on display with a recurring geometric pattern that represents several Indian concepts from vedas, vastu and more. All the paintings, sculptures and installations at Geometrica are works of Indian artists, curated by a special team of experts. The villa also offers hotel-like amenities including a restaurant—Anglo Indian by Out of the Blue, adjacent to the property. Guests can also request for yoga, spa and painting sessions.

For tariff and bookings, contact +91 9820204355