Spirits Unplugged w/ Outdoor Pool - Villa in Shimla

Nestled away in a quiet nook of the Karyali village; just 2.5 (65 km.) hours away from the main city of Shimla lies this charming abode of Spirits Unplugged. This villa gives you multiple places to unwind - in the living room, study room, deck, or the 1.5-acre lawn. Enjoy a hookah and barbecue session by the bonfire outdoors, or cosy up to the fireplace and heater indoors. Once you're back from a nearby trek, how good does a warm bubbly bath in the tub sound? The artsy, quirky decor is a visual delight, wherever you go - right from the teal walls to the black ceilings.

Spirits Unplugged is special because of its: 
- Location amidst the hills
- Mountain views
- Sprawling lawn with seating arrangements
- Modern decor

We care for your absolute comfort! To that effect, we provide:
- Generator, inverter, Wi-Fi
- Electric kettle, heater
- Iron, torch, wardrobe
- Bathtub, geysers, towels, toiletries
- Medical kit, library
- Secured parking space for up to 3 cars

This is a wheelchair-friendly, and pet-friendly property.

The Space:

BEDROOMS
- There are 4 bedrooms - 2 on the ground floor, 1 on the first floor and 1 on the second floor.
- All bedrooms offer a heater, king-sized bed, electric kettle, Wi-Fi and attached bathrooms.

BATHROOMS
- There are 4 bathrooms - all attached.
- All bathrooms have geysers, towels and basic toiletries.
- A bathtub is offered in one of the bathrooms. 

COMMON AREAS
- There is a spacious living room on the ground floor that provides ample seating arrangements for up to 9 people.
- It offers a variety of amenities including a music system, TV, Wi-Fi, heater and a fireplace.
- The dining area is a part of the living room and offers comfortable seating for up to 4 people.
- There is an expansive 1.5 acre lush green lawn with an attached gazebo, embellished with a variety of outdoor rattan furnishings. It overlooks the serene surrounding hills.
- There is a private swimming pool, perfect for relaxing dip during the day. It is 12x10 ft. in size and 4.5 ft. in depth.
- The deck offers absolutely stunning panoramas of the mountains, making for a perfect unwinding spot.
- Guests can also make the most of the study room, equipped with chic seating arrangements.

KITCHEN
- Guests have access to the kitchen at an additional charge of Rs.2000 per day. Ingredients will be charged as per actuals. A freight cost of Rs.200 will be charged to get non-veg groceries from the market.
- Guests can prepare the meals themselves or ask the caretaker to cook.
- The kitchen is equipped with a microwave, oven, gas stove, water purifier, refrigerator and mixer-grinder.
- Crockery and cutlery are also available.
- Cooking and consumption of non-vegetarian food is allowed.

FOOD
- Breakfast is complimentary.
- All vegetarian meals are priced at Rs.950 per person, per day and Rs. 450 per person, per day for kids. For non-vegetarian meals, the cost of the meat will be charged as per actuals. A freight cost of Rs.200 will be charged to get non-veg groceries from the market.
- In addition, there are charges for the chef of Rs.2000 per day, and ingredients will be charged as per actuals. 

GUEST ACCESS
The guests have access to the entire villa. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, guests will have restricted access to shared amenities.

INTERACTION WITH GUESTS
The host is not present at the property but is always accessible via call or message. A trained and responsible caretaker is present at the property to resolve any concerns and help you have a perfect stay.

STAFF ACCOMMODATION
We can provide driver accommodation at an additional charge of Rs.500 per person, per day, including meals.

ACTIVITIES
Within the property, guests can play indoor games like carrom and cards, or just enjoy a peaceful read. Guests may step out to play badminton or even go for nearby treks and farm visits.

ADDITIONAL COSTS
- Bonfire can be arranged at an additional cost of Rs. 650 per cord of wood. One cord of wood will approximately last for 2 hours.
- The fireplace can be used at an additional cost of Rs. 650 per cord of wood. One cord of wood will approximately last for 2.5 hours.
- Barbecue can be arranged at an additional cost of Rs. 275 per session. The ingredients will be included in the cost of the meal package or guests will have to procure the ingredients themselves if they choose to prepare the meals themselves.
- The pizza oven can be used at an additional cost of Rs. 300 per session. We request you to carry a block of pizza cheese and a bottle of pizza sauce if you wish to enjoy this service.
- 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!
- The location of the villa is a bit secluded.
- There are 2 dogs residing at the property.
- In case of a power outage, the generator can support lights and fans for up to 24 hours. Additionally, the inverter can also support lights and fans for up to 9 hours.
- The caretaker stays at the premises of the same property.
- WiFi, although offered, is subject to network availability at any given time.
-  Mobile networks such as Jio/Airtel work fairly well here.
- During the monsoon season, the house may be prone to common bugs and insects. As a preventive measure, please keep the bedroom doors shut during the stay.
- Please note that this property is situated in a secluded village of Karyali which is 2.5 (65 km.) hours away from the main city of Shimla.

HOUSE RULES
- Loud music is not allowed post 11 PM.
- Guests are earnestly requested to treat the home with care.
- All male groups are not allowed at the property.

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!