15 Guests
5 Bedrooms
7 Bathrooms
Meals Available
Pure Veg
Great View
Pure Veg
Great For Kids
Ideal For Large Groups
Lawn
Bar
Games
Karaoke
Wi-Fi
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PANCHGANI · MAHARASHTRA
The Ark by Stay Ananta — A five-bedroom hillside villa in Panchgani, set in a quiet, secluded pocket right on the edge of a cliff, where the view opens out across the Sahyadri ranges to the Krishna river below. Inside, earthy tones, natural textures and thoughtfully curated interiors create a sense of warmth and grounded elegance. Step outdoors and a beautifully maintained 2000 sq ft lawn awaits, dotted with sit-outs, a hammock and loungers that suit long conversations or quiet reflection. The villa also knows how to keep spirits high: the lounge comes with a bar counter, a pool table, table tennis, board games and a karaoke setup that promises laughter-filled evenings, while barbecue sessions turn meals into shared celebrations and the bonfire adds a soft glow to nights spent under the stars. The Ark is also a fully pure-vegetarian home, something guests travelling with elders have singled out in their reviews.
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Villa Amenities
Private Lawn
Bar Counter
Pool Table
Karaoke
Bonfire
High Speed Wi-Fi
AC
Pure Veg Kitchen
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King BedEnsuiteBalcony
- King-size bed with AC, Wi-Fi, a single mattress and a wardrobe.
- Ensuite bathroom and attached balcony.
King BedEnsuiteBalcony
- King-size bed with AC, Wi-Fi, a single mattress and a wardrobe.
- Ensuite bathroom and attached balcony.
King BedEnsuiteBalcony
- King-size bed with AC, Wi-Fi, a single mattress and a wardrobe.
- Ensuite bathroom and attached balcony.
King BedEnsuiteBalcony
- King-size bed with AC, Wi-Fi, a single mattress and a wardrobe.
- Ensuite bathroom and attached balcony.
King BedEnsuiteBalcony
- King-size bed with AC, Wi-Fi, a single mattress and a wardrobe.
- Ensuite bathroom and attached balcony.
5 Attached2 Common1 Bathtub
- 5 attached bathrooms and 2 common bathrooms.
- All bathrooms have geysers, towels and basic toiletries.
- One bathroom features a bathtub.
HeaterPatioSound System
- Ground floor living room with Wi-Fi, a heater and a patio.
- Sound system for music through the day.
- Separate dining area alongside.
TVHeaterPatioSound System
- Second living room on the lower ground floor.
- Wi-Fi, TV, heater, patio and sound system.
- Comes with its own dining area.
Bar CounterPool TableTable TennisKaraoke
- Lounge area with its own bar counter.
- Board and indoor games including a pool table and table tennis.
- Karaoke setup for singing and grooving to the beats.
Pure VegReheating Only
- Guests may use the kitchen for reheating purposes only.
- Equipped with all essentials, crockery and cutlery.
- Consumption of non-vegetarian food is not allowed.
2000 sq ftSeats 10HammockLoungers
- A 2000 sq ft private lawn wrapping the villa.
- Seats up to 10 people at any given time.
- Open garden with sit-out space, a hammock and loungers.
Location & Nearby
Best Time to Visit
October to February is the most pleasant window in Panchgani, with cool, clear days and crisp evenings made for the lawn, the hammock and a bonfire. Monsoon from June to September turns the five hills lush and misty, and late August into September is when the Kaas Plateau bursts into bloom just a couple of hours away. Summers from March to May stay comfortable at this altitude, which is exactly why the town was discovered as a summer resort in the first place — and the AC bedrooms and shaded patios keep the warmest afternoons easy.
Nearby Attractions
Sydney Point1.7 km · ~5 min drive
A hilltop viewpoint overlooking the Krishna valley and the Dhom Dam, and the closest sunset spot to the villa.
Table Land3.3 km · ~10 min drive
Asia’s second-largest mountain plateau — a vast carpet of grass with horse rides, caves and sweeping views on every side.
Parsi Point5.3 km · ~15 min drive
A scenic lookout on the Panchgani–Mahabaleshwar road, famous for its view of the Krishna valley at sunrise.
Rajpuri Caves9.2 km · ~25 min drive
Ancient rock-cut caves surrounded by natural water tanks, associated with the Kartikeya temple and a quiet local pilgrimage site.
Mapro Garden9.5 km · ~25 min drive
The region’s best-known strawberry garden and food park, with fresh produce, chocolate, and a restaurant the whole family enjoys.
Kaas Plateau~45 km · ~1 hr 30 min drive
A UNESCO World Heritage site known as the Valley of Flowers, carpeted in rare wildflowers from late August to September.
How to Reach
- Nearest Airport: Pune International Airport — 112 km (~3 hrs drive)
- Nearest Railway: Satara Railway Station — 51 km (~1 hr 30 min drive)
- By Road from Pune: ~100 km via NH4 and the Wai–Panchgani road (~2 hrs 30 min)
- By Road from Mumbai: ~245 km via the Mumbai–Pune Expressway and NH4 (~5 hrs)
- Nearest Bus Stand: Panchgani Bus Stand — 2 km
- Nearest Market: Panchgani Market — 2 km (~5 min drive)
- Accessibility: The road leading up to the villa is concrete and cars can drive right to the entrance
- Parking: Comfortable parking for up to 4 cars within the villa premises
Guest Reviews
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Parth Choudhary
4 months ago
★★★★★
Had an amazing stay at this property. Booked it for my parents’ anniversary and birthday celebration for close family members. Lavish, extravagant villa with all rooms and the common area facing the lake and mountains. At the same time there is a games room with a pool table and foosball for the kids. Hospitality by Kishore and Rohini was unmatched. Kudos to Amber from Stay Ananta who helped in shortlisting this stay. Additionally the chef we sourced through the property, Jabir, was very good — every dish was a culinary delight. One highlight was this property being 100% pure veg. Gave my parents great peace of mind. They could enjoy entire meals which they refuse at the best 5 stars as well.
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Nupur Jain
6 months ago
★★★★★
What a beautiful property, it couldn’t have been more serene than this. The place felt like heaven, placed right on the edge of the cliff, where you get an uninterrupted view of the mountains and the Krishna river right beneath your toes. The food was just lip-smacking, and loads of entertainment options. It’s a massive villa, with equally massive bedrooms. The Stay Ananta team was very warm and welcoming, and took the utmost care for our comfort. High five to the place!
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Gaurav Thorave
1 month ago
★★★★★
The property has a beautiful ambience and is well-maintained. The villa is spacious and comfortable, and offers a pleasant stay experience for guests. The overall setup and amenities are good, and the property is suitable for families and groups. The cleanliness and upkeep are satisfactory. The caretaker service was also very good and the caretaker was helpful and supportive. We love it and we will definitely come back again.
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