Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse for couples to spend some time together in a romantic setting. So, why not escape to a luxury homestay away from the city chaos? Homestays@MakeMyTrip has unveiled a list of some of the dreamiest villas, service apartments, hostels, homes and other accommodations set in scenic mountains, pristine beaches and misty jungles.
At these homestays, you can elevate your experience by embracing utmost privacy. You can have the whole place to yourself where you can get the opportunity to express love freely. The secluded homestays sit far from the crowds, in the cradle of nature. They offer the best of amenities for private use. Immerse in complete freedom in whatever way you want, have breakfast by the pool, enjoy bonfire, barbeque sessions and much more. Here is a list of 10 properties you can book with Make My Trip to make your day of love worth cherishing:
1. The Belgadia Palace Baripada, Odisha
The Belgadia Palace, Odisha is a piece of royalty for all those who love history, heritage and elegance. Earlier, it was the residence of the royal family of Mayurbhanj and now has been converted into a boutique homestay. The palace has lavish suites like Dokra Room, Sabai Room and The Crown Suite to let you immerse in heightened luxury.
Where | The Belgadia Palace Ward No. 2, Baripada Town Mayurbhanj, Odisha 757002
Book | Here
2. The Manor Service Apartments, Shimla
Hidden in Shimla’s Auramah Valley, The Manor Service Apartments will give you a feeling of living in the clouds. The manor is built in traditional architecture and sits right in the heart of the mist-clad mountains. The rooms have been given colonial touches and they offer gorgeous mountain views. During winters, the place looks like a white wonderland.
Where | 284, Village Saunthal, PO KIAR KOTI, TIKKAR, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171007 | 16.2 km from city centre
Book | Here
3. Keeth House, Pondicherry
Soak in pastoral charm in Keeth House set in the lush greenery of Auroville in Pondicherry. This brick house with bamboo straw hewn ceilings is built organically from locally sourced materials to promise you an aesthetic stay amid profound tranquillity.
Where | Auroville, Pondicherry | 5.7 km from Puducherry Airport (PNY)
Book | Here
4. Marari Villas- Private Pool Villas At Marari Beach, Alleppey
Alleppey is one of the prettiest cities in India and what can be better than spending some laidback time at a pool villa out here? Marari Villas are set amid a lush forest and come with a private pool. The pristine white sand blanketed Marari Beach is just around 300 metres away from the property.
Where | Vadakethayil House, PO, Pollethai, Kattoor, Alappuzha, Kerala 688522
Book | Here
5. Rose Amer, Jaipur
Rose Amer is a spectacular Rajasthani-style vacation home in a quiet corner of Pink City, Jaipur. The decor of the property, with high ceilings, intricate wall motifs, inlay stone works, chandeliers and thikri mirror arts exude heightened royal charm. The enormous compound is also home to a beautiful swimming pool.
Where | 7, Sawai Pratapsingh Rd, Madrampur, Civil Lines, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302007
Book | Here
6. Divyam From Byloo, Uttarakhand
This homestay is a piece of fairytale lying independently in the Kumaon mountains, inside a dense forest. Nestled at the edge of a cliff, the 5 bedroom villa offers the best of mother nature. The views from here are nothing short of heavenly. Diyvam from Byloo is a cocoon where your soul can meet absolute composure coupled with beauty.
Where | MB Uttarakhand, Divyam Villa Doogani, Village Shyamkhet, 263 132, Bhowali-Ramgarh-Mukteshwar Rd, Bhowali, Uttarakhand 263132
Book | Here
7. Bara Bungalow Gethia, Nainital – A Rosakue Collection
This colonial-style abode in the mountains will give you a feeling of home away from home. It overlooks a sprawling lawn that opens up to the mountain valley. Here, you can take a dip in the pool while treating your eyes on the mountains, read a book by the fireplace and feast on local Kumaoni dishes.
Where | Bara Bungalow House No – 1 Village and P.O – Gethia Chinkuwa, District- Nainital Uttarakhand, India, Nainital
Book | Here
8. Casa Caisua, Goa
Spend your holiday in the rural Goan style at Casa Caisua, a village house set in Anjuna. In proximity to the quaint property, lies the Vagator beach. Live here and breathe in the fresh air, take a stroll through the forest and experience a charm full of peace, far from the plaguy noises.
Where | H.No. 1644, Devul Waddo, Chiwar, Ozran Beach Rd, Anjuna, Goa 403509
Book | Here
9. SaffronStays Sanvina Farm, Karjat
This is a slice of paradise ringed by the postcard-perfect expanses of Karjat. The 3-bedroom villa comprises a pool amid a garden with flowers of different hues and overlooks the misty hills. If absolute calmness is something you crave, this property is the place to be.
Where | XGJ2+997, Dhamni, Maharashtra 410201
Book | Here
10. The Tree House, Delhi
Located right within Delhi, The Tree House is perfect for those who are seeking holiday feels without going far from the city. The quaint treehouse here sits amid towering trees and is equipped with all modern amenities. The romantic lighting at this place makes it a perfect spot for spending quality time with your bae.
Where | South Delhi
Book | Here
