7 Monkey Hills Resort, Mulshi, Maharashtra

The Hospitality Group, Spicy Mango has a 4 star resort named 7 Monkey Hills in Mulshi Village, Pune District in the state of Maharashtra. The Resort is multi storeyed and built at an incline on a hill that is 400 feet higher than the neighbouring hill station of Lonavala. The building is unique with amazing uphill architecture with beautiful lawns and private swimming pools attached to each of their 6 Valley View Rooms. The rooms are spacious, the decor classy and each room has an 180 ° view of the hills and valleys via glass walls and spacious balconies.  A stay here gives one a feeling of being one with nature, with all seasons right at one's doorstep, be it the clouds, the rains or the fog. The food is delicious and the ambience magical that provides a perfect break to relax and unwind in luxury right in the midst of beautiful nature although all modern facilities are available for the guests utmost comfort.

Here are more details of the same. 

Distance from Lonavala - 26 km

Distance from Pune - 33 km

Accommodation Details and *Tariff - Weekdays / Weekends 

1. Valley View Rooms With Private Swimming Pool

Rooms - 6

Bed - Twin Beds 

Tariff - ₹ 8000 and ₹ 10,000

2. Garden View Rooms

Rooms - 2

Bed - Twin Bed

Tariff - ₹ 4000 and ₹ 5000

3. Family Room

Rooms - 1

Beds - 7 Single Beds 

Tariff - ₹ 8000 and ₹ 10,000

Check In - 1:00 p.m. onwards

Check Out - Till 11:00 a.m. 

Dining @ Kimaya Restaurant - Indian, Chinese, Continental, Local Cuisine

Room Facilities - AC,Hangers, Chair, Dining Area, Drinks - additional charge, Pillows, Geyser/Water Heater, Blanket, Western Toilet Seat, Toiletries, Slippers, Towels, Blackout Curtains, Sofa, Flooring, Cushions,, Sound Proofing, Safety, Glasses, TV, Terrace, Toilet Paper, Hot & Cold Water, Shower, Sanitizers, Ceiling Fan, Ensuite Bathroom / Common Bay, Dustbins

Common Amenities

Room Service, Housekeeping, BBQ Grill, Paid Pick Up and Drop Off, In-house Dining, Parking, CCTV, 24/7 Security, Luggage Storage, Luggage Assistance, Electrical Sockets, Doctor on Call, First Aid Services, Caretaker,  Pool/ Beach towels,  Bonfire, Cycling, Indoor Games, Sitout Area, Picnic area, Game Room, Phone Network, Bonfire Pit,  Lawn, Reception, Balcony/Terrace, Fire Extinguishers, Seating Area, Outdoor Furniture, Conference Room, Printer, Business Centre, Banquet, Photocopying, Smoking in Designated Areas, Alcohol Consumption Allowed

Events 

Pre Wedding Shoots

Kids Getaways

Pre - Wedding and Wedding Functions

Birthday Celebrations

Girls Getaways

Corporate Sessions and Conferences

Anniversary Celebrations

Bike Rider's Trips

Nature Walks

Bird Watching

Forest Stay

Themed Dinners 

Party and Banquet Halls 

Destination Events 

Contact Information

Call @ +91 9075757585

Email Address -

7monkeyhills57@gmail.com

Address

7 Monkey Hills

Plot No. 14, 

Survey No. 593, 

Girivan Project, 

Gulmohar Path, 

Kolvan Village

Mulshi, Pune - 412108, 

Maharashtra, India

Note - Tariff is subject to change without prior notice by the management.

Taxes not included

Images - Provided by the management via whatsapp 

Districts of Maharashtra, Satara

Satara District, Maharashtra

Area - 10,480 sq.km

Population - 3,003,741 as per 2011 Census

Population rank in India - 122 out of 640

Capital - Satara

Administrative Division - Pune

Talukas - 11

Villages - 205

Languages Spoken - Marathi, Hindi, English

Geographical Borders -

North - Pune 

South - Sangli

East - Solapur

West - Ratnagiri

North - West - Ratnagiri

Sahyadri Ranges - Running North to the South along the districts Western Edge.

Water Sources - River Bhima, River Krishna, River Nira, River Krishna and its tributaries

Forest - Timber and Firewood

How to Reach -

Nearest Airport - 

Lohegaon Airport, Pune about 123 km away.

Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Airport, Mumbai, at a distance of 264 km.

Railways - Satara lies on the Pune - Miraj line and is well connected to many of the major cities in India

Roadways - Pune - Satara, Mumbai - Satara buses run daily; both Private and Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation ( MSRTC ). It is connected by roadways to major towns and cities in the State. 

USP - First ever Residential Military School for boys was established here.

Historical Significance - The Pandava princes spent a part of their exile in Wai, that was then called Viratnagari. 

The district of Satara has a few of the most popular tourist attractions in the state of Maharashtra. Ranging from the most popular hill station of Mahabaleshwar that attracts thousands of tourists all year round to the town of Satara which definitely doesn't lack in its own unique charm and places that are sure to please the tourists.

Nestled in the Sahyadri ranges, with some of the most beautiful landscape ranging from high mountains, elevated plateaus to river banks of the mighty Krishna, Koyna, Bhima along with their many tributaries, Satara district is blessed with pleasing weather, quaint towns and villages in its many mountains and valleys, lush green fields, the massive Koyna dam, rich flora and fauna and many well known and loved tourist towns and hill stations. Its picturesque locales are a sight to behold. This makes Satara district very high up on the tourism itinerary.

The most popular places here being -

Mahabaleshwar, Panchgani, Koregaon, Tapola, Karad, Pratapgad, Wai. 

Here is a list of some of the Must-Visit places for the tourists. 

1. Koyna Dam, Koynanagar

2. Sangam Manali Temple

3. Baramatichi Vihir,Satara city

4. Char Bhinti

5. Yamai Devi Sakhargadnivasini Temple, Kinhai Village

6. Ajinkyatara Fort, Satara city

7. Jarandeshwar

8. Sajjangarh Fort,Satara city 

9. Mayani Bird Sanctuary

10. Sri Uttara Chidambaram Nataraja Mandir, Satara 

11. Yawateshwar Temple, Yawateshwar Village

12. Dholya Ganpati Temple, Wai

13. Siddhanth Temple, Mhaswad

14. Shri Shivaji Maharaj Museum, Satara city

15. Thoseghar Waterfall

16. Kaas Valley

17. Shri Bhavani Museum, Aundh

18. Janki Agro Tourism, Bargaon

19. Koteshwar Mandir

20. Karad hills, Karad

21. Vasota Fort, Jawli

22. Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Cricket Stadium, Karad

23. Lord Kartikeya Temple

24. Solashi Shani Dev Temple

25. Nandgiri Ancient Shri Parshwanath Digambar Jain Temple, Nandgiri Fort, Satara

26. Chalkewadi Windmill Farms

27. Shri Bhrahma Chaitanya Gondavalekar Maharaj, Pandharpur Road, Satara

*Trivia - Satara name is derived from Marathi word for the number 17 ( सत्रा ) due to the district having a total of seventeen towers, gates and walls

The River Krishna is one of the three most sacred rivers in the Southern part of India with its origin near the high mountains of Mahabaleshwar.  

Picture source - mapsofindia

The Blue Bella Resort, Mulshi, Maharashtra

The Blue Bella Resort in the village of Mulshi, State of Maharashtra is a unique Glamping ( Glamour + Camping) in the sense that they have taken the base concept of Tipi tents and elevated it to the next level. Tipi tents are native to American Indians and The Mariam Webster dictionary defines it as " a conical tent usually consisting of skins and used especially by American Indians of the Great Plains". 

Basically the resort has only 6 tents but they are the last word in uber style, decor, ambience and luxury. They have glamorised the concept of Camping by providing all modern and comfortable facilities along with an experience in totally natural forest surroundings with not one but five waterfalls in its vicinity. Each Tipi tent is adorned with luxurious double beds, thick soft carpets, ceiling hangings like Dream Catchers, variety of glass lantern and cane lamps, creepers running around and bright colourful decor. The beauty of the tents is to be seen to be believed.

Alongside, various activities are planned for the full family to enjoy together. The food is delicious, the staff helpful and friendly that makes for a truly memorable stay.

Here are more details regarding the same. 

Distance From 

Pune International Airport - 60.5 km

Lonavala Hill Station 

Accommodations and Tariff per Couple per Night - Weekdays / Weekends 

1. Royal Blue Moon Tipi - ₹ 6,500 / ₹ 9,000

2. The Royal Red Moon - ₹ 6,500 / ₹ 9000

3. Wild Tents, 4 - ₹ 5,500 / ₹ 10,000

4. Each Child ( 10 + years ) - ₹ 1200 / ₹ 1500

5. Meals are included 

6. Group bookings are also available

The Tariff is subject to change at the discretion of the management depending on factors like Season, Long Weekends, Public Holidays etc

Meals include Evening snacks, Barbeque, Dinner, Morning Breakfast and Tea / Coffee

Amenities and Facilities

Mountain view, Lake view, Landmark view, Books, DVDs, Music for children, Board games / puzzles, Indoor play area, Private entrance, Laptop safe box, Outdoor furniture, BBQ facilities, Bonfire, Restaurant, Wake Up Service, Bottled Water, Washroom, Shower, Bathroom for Disabled, Pets allowed, Baggage Storage, Garden Area, Free Parking , Safe-deposit box, Wake-up service, Non-smoking rooms, Fan, Entire unit located on ground floor, Family rooms, Private Check-In / Check-Out

Check In - 4.00 pm 

Check Out - 11.00 am 

Unique Feature - There is provision for E - Bikes at ₹ 499 / Hour. One can go riding to the nearby Lake, Mountains and Ghats. 

Places To Explore include -

1. Palase Waterfall

2. Mulshi Lake

3. Tamhini Ghat

4. Devkund Waterfall

5. Kundalika Valley

6. Andharban Dark Forest 

Nearby Tourist Attractions 

1. Lavasa 

2. Fort Kailasgad

Events and Celebrations

1. Weddings and Anniversaries

2. Birthday Parties

3. Valentine's Day

4. Holi

5. Musical Nights and Dances

6. On request celebrations 

General Cancellation Policy 

1. No penalty on cancelling two days prior to the booking date.

2. Penalty on informing within two days prior to the booking date.

3. Policy subject to change at the discretion of the management. 

   
   
   

Contact Information -

Address 

Village Palase,

Next to Atmantan Wellness centre, 

Mulshi, District Pune, 

Maharashtra- 412108

Contact Number - + 91 93076 38450

Instagram Account - @theblue_bella

Bookings - Via Direct messages on Instagram and / or Phone 

Images - Instagram Account and guest Disha Tharwal ( Via Google )

Chateau Windsor Villa, Lonavala, Maharashtra

Owned and Managed by the Pink Villa group, Chateau Windsor Villa,  Lonavala in the state of Maharashtra is one of their premium, high - end, luxurious properties that lives up to its namesake Windsor in terms of architectural design, beauty, construction, facilities, ambience, elegance and grandeur. The villa is huge, the living room palatial, the ceiling high at 40 feet with glittering chandeliers. The curving staircase leading up to the half balcony looks straight out of the royal fairy tales. The decor is elegant in its sheer simplicity and beauty. The colour combination of the furnishings  is soothing on the eyes yet the ultimate in comfort and style. The villa is sure to provide the guests a stay to remember and reminisce for a long time to come. Goes without saying that the cool and pleasant weather and the surrounding natural beauty of the hill - station, Lonavala adds to the memorable experience. 

Here are more details about the villa  -

Accommodation and Other Amenities 

1. 6 BHK Villa

2. Huge living room with a 40 feet high palatial ceiling

3. Grandiose Curving Stairs 

4. AC in all Bedrooms 

5. Attached Washrooms 

6. Jacuzzi in one of the en-suite 

7. Huge Indoor pool

8. Spacious attached balconies with patio chairs and tables 

9. Fully equipped kitchen cooking utensils, microwave, gas, water purifier etc

10. Variety of Indoor games such as carrom, table tennis, pool table etc.

11. Elegant furnishings 

12. Lawns - 2, with outdoor seating arrangements

13. Cabana 

14. Bonfire and Barbeque available at additional charges 

15. Caretaker and Cook available

16. CCTV security 

    
    
    

Tariff as per 20 guests / Day 

Weekdays ( Monday to Thursday ) - ₹ 40,000

Weekends ( Friday and Sunday ) - ₹ 50,000

Saturdays - ₹ 1,20,000

Extra Guest - ₹ 2,000 / Day 

Maximum guests - 30 

Meals - ₹ 1200 /- Per Person Per Day 

Barbeque - 

• Veg ₹1500 / Kg 

• Non Veg - ₹ 2000 / Kg 

Meal timings:

Breakfast : 8:30 am-10:30 am

Lunch : 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Hi Tea : 5:00 pm - 6.00 pm

Barbeque & Dinner - 8:00 pm - 10.00 pm

General Terms and Conditions

1. ID proof to be provided

2. 50 % advance payment, Cash or Online 

3. Remaining 50 % at the time of checking in. Only CASH

4. Pool timings - 6.00 am to 10.00 pm

5. Check In - 1.00 pm

6. Check Out - 11.00 am

7. Refundable deposit to be paid in cash in case of damage etc to the property 

8.  Dining allowed only in the dining area

9. Kitchen can be used for making tea / coffee / light cooking

10. Pets allowed at the villa but not in the swimming pool, beds and couches etc

11. Music allowed only till 9.00 pm

12. Bachelor / Stag parties not permitted

13. Accidents and any untoward incidents on the property are not the liability of the owner / management. 

14. Illegal activities are strictly prohibited. 

    
    
    

Contact Information 

Address 

Q96R+XW6, 

Chateau Windsor, 

Behind Fariyas Hotel, 

Lonavla, Maharashtra

Number - + 91 91369 21160

Email Address - sakshibarola@gmail.com

Booking - Via email, whatsapp or through partner travel agencies. 

Note - 

Pink Villa has a number of high - end, luxury rentals in many tourist places all over India. They cater to the upper range of tourists looking for an experience on par with their lifestyle. 

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Images - Via whatsapp