Ayurkutir Villa - Villa in Lonavala

A sprawling property equipped with ample amenities, Ayurkutir Villa is the epitome of a relaxing retreat. An effortless blend of tastefully done interiors sprinkled with paintings and artefacts, this villa is a mix of luxe yet serene. This ayurvedic health resort offers treatments such as Shirodhara, Panchkarma, along with beautifully landscaped lawns ideal for sports, various indoor games and various open spaces for you to kick back and relax.

Ayurkutir Villa is special because of its:
- Convenient location
- Modern decor
- Spa rooms and gym
- Rain dance area
- Surreal jacuzzi
- Multi-activity hall with projector and speakers
- Traditional meals
- Lush lawn with a gazebo

We care for your absolute comfort! To that effect, we provide:
- Generator, inverter, AC, heater, Wi-Fi
- Wardrobe, hangers
- Iron, torch 
- Geysers, towels, toiletries
- Medical kit, mosquito repellent
- Gym
- Secured parking space for up to 3 cars

The Space:

BEDROOMS
- There are 9 bedrooms - all on the first floor. 
- AC, Wi-Fi, TV, king-sized beds and attached bathrooms are offered in all rooms.
- 5 rooms have 3 attached balconies with garden/city view. 4 rooms share 2 interconnected balconies, 1 room has a private balcony.

BATHROOMS
- There are 15 bathrooms in the villa - 9 attached, 2 powder rooms, 2 attached with the spa rooms, 1 attached with the tent room and 1 attached with the gym.
- All attached bathrooms have geysers, towels and basic toiletries.

COMMON AREAS
- The living room is on the ground floor. It offers seating for up to 13 people.
- It is equipped with a wired music system, Wi-Fi, heater and CCTV cameras.
- The dining area is a part of the living room and offers comfortable seating for up to 12 people.
- There is a beautiful 5,000 sq. ft lawn with a gazebo. It is adorned with small planters and flowers and can seat up to 15 people at any given time.
- A tent room with seating arrangements and an attached bathroom is also on the ground floor.
- There is a private glass plunge pool on the first floor. It is 12x15 ft. in size and 3 ft. in depth. Only 6 people will be allowed in the pool, at a time.
- There are 2 spa rooms on the ground floor for the guests to relax and unwind.
- There is a common rain dance area.
- When looking for some rejuvenation, guests can also indulge in a relaxing jacuzzi evening.
- For all the fitness freaks, there is a gym on the ground floor.
- There is a common room on the second floor equipped with a table, clap box, projector and speakers. It can be used for meetings, parties, events, yoga and meditation.

KITCHEN
- Guests may use the kitchen to prepare their own meals at an additional cost.
- It is equipped with a water dispenser, crockery, and cutlery.

FOOD
- All meals can be provided at an additional cost.
- Guests can also choose to order in at an additional cost.
- Barbecue can be availed at an additional charge.
- Meals with fish will be available as per the availability.
- Please note that if the meal packages are availed, a 100% advance payment is required at least 24 hours prior to your check-in.
- If guests order from nearby restaurants, an additional cleaning fee of Rs. 1000 will be levied.
- Consumption of non-vegetarian food is allowed.
- Please note that outside cooks, caterers, and tiffin services are strictly not allowed.
- Please note that guests cannot bring their own cooks to prepare their own meals.

GUEST ACCESS
The guests have access to the entire villa except for the kitchen. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, guests may have restricted access to any shared amenities.

INTERACTION WITH GUESTS
The host may be present at the property during the weekends, however guests will have their own privacy. 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 splash away at the plunge pool or play indoor games like carrom, foosball and pool. Guests can take a peaceful walk in the sprawling lawn and embrace its beauty, dance away in the rain shower area or simply unwind in the tent room. They can also host parties, events or meetings in the common room and play the tabla and the clap box. For those who do not skip their workouts, the gym is at your disposal. After your workout, prepare yourself a relaxing jacuzzi session and lose yourself in tranquillity. For those who are looking to let loose can indulge in Shirodhara, Panchkarma and the spa services can be availed for the ultimate holiday experience.

ADDITIONAL COSTS
- Spa services can be availed at an additional cost. 
- Guests can also choose to order in, however, a utensil cleaning charge of Rs 1000 per day applies for groups of more than 6 guests.
- Guests may use the kitchen to prepare their own meals for an additional Rs 6000 per night, including the gas cylinder.
- The heated jacuzzi is available for Rs 1000 per hour and is applicable for stays with 6 guests or fewer.
- Gun shooting game can be availed at an additional cost. 
- Treatments like Shirodhara and Panchkarma can be availed at an additional cost. 
- Prices may vary subject to availability and peak season rates.
- An additional mattress for children below 5 years of age can be provided at an additional cost of Rs. 1500 per day.
- A bonfire setup can be arranged at an extra cost of Rs. 3000 per session.

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!
- Though the host is not always present, you may find them at the property during the weekends. 
- There are CCTV cameras that capture the external areas, passages and the living room. 
- In case of a power outage, the generator can support all the appliances for up to 24 hours and the inverter can support lights and fans for 6 hours. 
- The caretaker stays on the premises of the same property. 
- Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi. Network is subject to availability at any given time.
- Mobile networks such as Airtel and Vi work fairly well here.
- Please note that outside cooks, caterers, and tiffin services are strictly not allowed.
- Please note that guests cannot hire or bring any outside vendor for any events at the property.

HOUSE RULES
- Loud music is not allowed post 10 PM.
- All-male groups are not allowed. 
- Alcohol consumption is allowed indoors.  
- Smoking is allowed outside the premises of the villa only. 
- Guests are requested to not spit inside the property. 
- Food is not allowed in the garden, near the pool, spa, jacuzzi, gym or the rain dance area.
- Only guests above 14 years of age will be allowed to play snooker. Guests are requested to keep the equipment in place after playing. 
- Children should be supervised while they are in or around the pool. 
- One must wear swimming attire and shower before entering the pool. 
- Guests are earnestly requested to treat the home with care.
- Please note that outside cooks, caterers, and tiffin services are strictly not allowed.
- Please note that guests cannot hire or bring any outside vendor for any events at the property.
- At a time only 6 people will be allowed in the Jacuzzi for 1 hour. The subsequent session will be only after 3 hours.
- Guests have complimentary access to the jacuzzi for 3 hours, per day. After which, Rs. 500 will be charged for each additional hour.

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 will be collected by the caretaker/ StayVista representative at check-in and returned at check-out, provided there are no damages or missing items.
- This entire amount is refunded within five 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!