1 Room @ Pine Estate w/ Outdoor Jacuzzi - Villa in Shimla

Located amidst scenic mountains, Pine Estate is a stunning home in the quaint town of Shimla. Featuring elegant interiors with a hint of colonial splashed across the house, this 130-year old heritage property has been a witness to several books written by T P Russell Stracey. With gorgeous lawns that make for ideal breakfast spots, al fresco dining overlooking the surrounding scenery and the attached balconies offering the perfect vantage point, this holiday home should definitely be next on your list!

Pine Cottage Estate is special because of its:
- Feature in Condé Nast Traveller
- Location amidst picturesque scenery 
- Lush lawns 
- Al fresco dining 
- Modern decor 
- Jacuzzi 

We care for your absolute comfort! To that effect, we provide:
- Heater, Wi-Fi
- Wardrobe, hangers, torch
- Geysers, towels, toiletries
- Medical kit, mosquito repellent
- Barbecue kit, bonfire
- Secured parking space for up to 4 cars

The Space:

BEDROOMS
- There is 1 bedroom on the second floor. 
- Heater, Wi-Fi, TV, electric kettle, attached bathroom, personal living area and an attached balcony with a valley view is offered in the room.
- The room has a king-sized bed. 

BATHROOMS
- There is 1 attached bathroom.
- It has a geyser, towels and basic toiletries.

COMMON AREAS
- There is a living room on the first floor. It can seat up to 6 people. 
- It is equipped with Wi-Fi, TV and a heater. 
- The dining area is a part of the living room and it offers comfortable seating for up to 10 people. 
- There are 3 beautiful lawns, each can at least seat up to 12 people. 
- Guests enjoy a relaxing soak in the open-to-air jacuzzi that can seat 4 people. 

KITCHEN
- Guests do not have access to the kitchen. 
- Crockery and cutlery can be provided upon request. 

FOOD
- All meals can be provided in-house on an a la carte basis. 
- Consumption of non-vegetarian food is allowed. 

GUEST ACCESS
The guests have access to their room and common areas, except the kitchen. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, guests may have restricted access to any shared amenities. 

INTERACTION WITH GUESTS
The host is present at the property and is always accessible. A trained and responsible caretaker is present at the property to resolve any concerns and help you have a perfect stay. 

STAFF ACCOMMODATION
We are unable to provide accommodation for your personal staff.

ACTIVITIES
Within the property, guests can carry and play indoor games like cards and ludo. Guests can take a peaceful walk in the lawn and embrace the beauty around or engage in various outdoor games like badminton. They can relish a scrumptious barbecue meal and request for a bonfire to be lit up. 

ADDITIONAL COSTS
- Barbecue kit is available at an additional cost of Rs. 800, per person. Groceries will be charged as per actuals.
 - A bonfire can be arranged at an additional cost of Rs. 1000 per hour, including raw materials.
- Cook is available at an additional cost.
- The jacuzzi can be used at an additional cost of Rs. 2000 for a duration of 2 hours.
- Prices may vary subject to availability and peak season rates.

HOME TRUTHS
While we do promise you a welcoming home and a great stay, here are a few things we’d like to mention so as to ensure there are no unpleasant surprises later!
- There are CCTV cameras that capture the external areas. 
- There is no power backup offered at the property.
- The caretaker stays on the premises of the same property. 
- There is an indoor fireplace in all the rooms, however guests cannot use them. 
- Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi. Network is subject to availability at any given time.
- All mobile networks work fairly well. 

HOUSE RULES
- Loud music is not allowed post 10:30 PM.
- Alcohol consumption is allowed only in designated areas. 
- Smoking is allowed in the exterior areas of the villa only. 
- All-male groups are not allowed. 
- Guests are earnestly requested to treat the home with care.

POLICIES
- The full payment must be made for your booking to be confirmed.
- The number of guests must not exceed the count mentioned at the time of booking.
- Only the guests who have been accounted for are allowed at the villa.
- All guests must be able to share valid ID proofs when asked. This could be at the time of booking, and also upon arrival.
- All foreign nationals must be able to share their passport and visa details prior to their stay.
- Any damage to the property caused by the guest will be charged as per the actual cost of repair or replacement.
- Any illegal activity - including but not limited to prostitution and the use of narcotics - is strictly not permitted.
- Any commercial activity is strictly not permitted.
- A refundable deposit may be collected before check-in. 
- This entire amount is refunded within 5 working days, provided the total number of guests does not increase and the check-out time is adhered to. 
- In case of any delays or other grievances, guests can reach out to guestsupport@stayvista.com for assistance.

We look forward to hosting you soon. As soon as you book, our team will get in touch to help you with any additional information that you may require, and we will be at your service until check-out.

From Team StayVista: Welcome Home!