Tamarind Trails, Lonavala: A 4-Bedroom Hill Villa With a Private Pool, a Sports Turf and Zero Rush
Tamarind Trails is a four-bedroom StayVista villa in Waksai, Lonavala, Maharashtra, sleeping up to 12 guests with a private outdoor pool, a sports turf, a dedicated workstation and mountain views on every side. It sits 7.8 km from Karla Caves, 8 km from Lonavala Railway Station and 62 km from Pune Airport, with rates starting at ₹28,860 per night plus taxes for all four rooms. It carries a 5/5 rating across 15 guest reviews, which makes it one of the better-reviewed mid-size villas in the Lonavala belt.
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Quick Info Table
| Property | Tamarind Trails, Waksai, Lonavala, Maharashtra |
| Capacity | Up to 12 guests |
| Configuration | 4 bedrooms (all queen-sized beds), 4 bathrooms |
| Starting rate | ₹28,860 per night + taxes (all 4 rooms) |
| Guest rating | 5/5 across 15 reviews — “Guest Favourite” |
| Standout features | Private outdoor pool, sports turf, workstation, board games, bonfire |
| Check-in / Check-out | 2 PM / 2 PM |
| Nearest airport | Pune International Airport — 62 km |
| Nearest railway station | Lonavala Railway Station — 8 km |
| Nearest bus stand | Lonavala Bus Stand — 7 km |
| Nearest market | Waksai Market — 2 km |
| Best time to visit | June to September for monsoon greenery; October to February for clear-sky treks |
| Ideal duration | 2 nights (a standard Friday-to-Sunday weekend) |
| Closest attraction | Karla Caves — 7.8 km |
What Is Tamarind Trails, and Who Is It Actually For?
Tamarind Trails is a four-bedroom villa in Waksai, on the quieter Lonavala side away from the main market strip, built around an outdoor swimming pool and a sports turf. It sleeps 12 across four queen bedrooms and works best for a group that wants the day to move slowly — long swims, a turf match before dinner, board games after — rather than a group that plans to be out sightseeing from 8 AM to 8 PM.
That distinction matters when you are choosing between villas in Lonavala. Plenty of properties in this belt are built for volume: eight to ten bedrooms, a banquet lawn, a DJ setup. Tamarind Trails is not that. It is a mid-size home with a residential feel, a workstation tucked into a corner, and a caretaker on site rather than a full events team. Two families travelling together, a group of eight to twelve friends, or a small work-from-anywhere crew will get the most out of it.
We would recommend it for:
- Two families with kids. StayVista tags this property as strong for both View and Kids, and the pool-plus-turf combination gives children somewhere to burn energy without leaving the gate.
- Friend groups of 8–12. Four queen rooms split cleanly, and the turf turns into the evening’s entertainment.
- Remote-work weeks. The dedicated workstation and Wi-Fi make a Monday-to-Thursday stay realistic, which is when Lonavala rates are lowest and the roads are empty.
- Milestone birthdays and quiet anniversaries. A bonfire can be arranged for ₹1,000, which is the whole evening plan sorted.
It is a weaker fit if you are planning a loud, late party. This is a home in a residential pocket, and StayVista’s Lonavala properties generally hold to a music curfew — confirm the exact house rules for this villa with the host before you commit.
Inside Tamarind Trails: A Room-by-Room Walkthrough
The bedrooms
All four bedrooms have queen-sized beds, air conditioning, Wi-Fi and an additional single mattress, which is how the villa gets from eight adults to a comfortable twelve.
| Bedroom | Floor | Bathroom | Balcony |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedroom 1 | Ground floor | Ensuite | — |
| Bedroom 2 | First floor | Shared | Yes |
| Bedroom 3 | First floor | Ensuite | Yes |
| Bedroom 4 | First floor | Ensuite | Yes |
The ground-floor bedroom is the one to claim if anyone in your group has knee trouble or you are travelling with grandparents — it is the only room that does not involve stairs. The three first-floor rooms come with attached balconies, and those balconies are the reason to book this villa in the monsoon: you get the valley view without stepping into the rain.
Bathrooms total four — three attached and one common washroom. All of them have geysers, towels and basic toiletries, which is standard across StayVista homes but worth confirming if you are travelling in December, when Lonavala mornings drop into the low teens.
The pool
The outdoor swimming pool is the centre of the property and the single most-mentioned feature in the villa’s description. It sits open to the hills, so you are swimming with a view rather than inside a compound wall. Pool timings, dimensions and depth are not published on the listing — if you are travelling with young swimmers, ask the host for the depth and the access hours before you book.
The sports turf
A sports turf on a four-bedroom villa is unusual in Lonavala, and it is the feature that separates Tamarind Trails from the dozens of pool-only villas in the same price band. It is available at ₹1,000, so budget for it as an add-on rather than assuming it is included. For a group of ten, that is ₹100 a head for an entire evening of football or cricket — comfortably the best-value line item on the bill.
The workstation and indoor spaces
There is a dedicated workstation, which is a deliberate design choice rather than a desk shoved into a bedroom. Combined with Wi-Fi, AC, a TV and a music system, it makes the villa viable for a working week rather than only a weekend. Indoor and outdoor games and board games are stocked for the evenings, and there is a music system for the poolside hours.
The kitchen
This is the one thing to plan around. The kitchen is accessible for reheating only — you cannot cook your own meals here. That is standard across a large share of StayVista’s Lonavala portfolio, and it is why the meal packages matter.
Amenities at Tamarind Trails
| Amenity | Included / Chargeable |
|---|---|
| Private outdoor pool | Included |
| Sports turf | ₹1,000 |
| Bonfire | ₹1,000 |
| Balcony / terrace | Included |
| Indoor & outdoor games | Included |
| Board games | Included |
| Wi-Fi | Included |
| Air conditioning | Included |
| Workstation | Included |
| Music system / speaker | Included |
| TV | Included |
| Refrigerator | Included |
| Iron | Included |
| CCTV (external areas) | Included |
| Caretaker on site | Included |
Suggested Itineraries From Tamarind Trails
One-day plan (arriving early)
- 8 AM — Leave for Karla Caves (7.8 km). Beat the crowd and the heat.
- 10.30 AM — Drive on to Bhaja Caves (11 km further). Same road, no backtracking.
- 1 PM — Return to the villa for lunch and a long pool session.
- 5 PM — Sports turf match.
- 7.30 PM — Bonfire, board games, dinner delivered to the villa.
Two-day weekend (the standard trip)
Day 1 — Arrival and settle in Check in at 2 PM. Spend the afternoon at the pool. Turf at 5.30 PM once the sun is off it. Bonfire after dinner. Nothing else. The point of this villa is that Day 1 has no plan.
Day 2 — The Malavli circuit Out by 7.30 AM for Lohagad Fort, back for a late lunch, pool through the afternoon, and Lonavala market on the way to dinner. Check out at 2 PM on Day 3, which is unusually generous — most Lonavala villas push you out by 11 AM.
Three-day stay (or a work-from-anywhere week)
Add a full day for either Della Adventure Park (if the group skews young) or Bedse Caves plus a Pawna Lake sunset (if it skews quiet). If you are working from the villa, use the workstation Monday to Thursday and save the sightseeing for Friday — Lonavala’s attractions are a completely different experience without weekend crowds.
Best Time to Visit Lonavala
| Season | Months | What it’s like |
|---|---|---|
| Monsoon | June to September | The reason Lonavala exists. Waterfalls run, forts turn green, visibility drops. Mid-June to early July is the sweet spot — rain has arrived, trails are not yet waterlogged, and crowds are thinner than peak July. |
| Winter | October to February | Clear skies, long views, comfortable trekking. Best for Della, Pawna camping and photography. |
| Summer | March to May | Hot by Lonavala standards but noticeably cooler than Mumbai or Pune. This is when a private pool stops being a nice-to-have. Lowest rates of the year. |
For Tamarind Trails specifically, the pool argues for a summer or post-monsoon booking, while the balconies and mountain views argue for monsoon. If you want both, target late September — the rain is easing, the hills are still green, and the pool is usable.
How to Reach Tamarind Trails
From Mumbai (approx. 85–90 km): Take the Mumbai–Pune Expressway to the Lonavala exit — 2 to 3 hours depending on traffic. From the exit, continue towards Waksai; the villa is 2 km from Waksai Market.
From Pune (approx. 65 km): Old Mumbai–Pune Highway or the Expressway; 1.5 to 2 hours.
By train: Lonavala Railway Station is 8 km from the villa and is a scheduled stop on the Mumbai–Pune line, including on the Deccan Queen and Pragati Express. Local taxis and autos are available at the station.
By air: Pune International Airport is 62 km away — roughly 1.5 to 2 hours by road. Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport is approximately 105 km, or 2.5 to 3 hours.
By bus: Lonavala Bus Stand is 7 km from the villa, served by MSRTC and private operators from both Mumbai and Pune.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tamarind Trails accommodates up to 12 guests across four bedrooms, each with a queen-sized bed and an additional single mattress. All four rooms are booked together as a single unit.
Yes. Tamarind Trails has a private outdoor swimming pool with mountain views, included in the villa tariff at no extra charge. Pool access hours and depth are not published on the listing, so confirm these with the host if you are travelling with young children.
Lonavala Railway Station is 8 km from the villa, roughly a 20-minute drive. Lonavala Bus Stand is 7 km away and Waksai Market is 2 km away.
Check-in is at 2 PM and check-out is also at 2 PM, giving you a full 24-hour cycle. Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability at an additional fee.
No. The kitchen is accessible for reheating only. Meal packages with veg and mix menus are delivered to the property on a per person, per day basis, and Jain meals are available on request. You must confirm your meal preference at least 48 hours before check-in.
No. The sports turf is a chargeable add-on at ₹1,000, as is the bonfire at ₹1,000. Indoor and outdoor games, board games, Wi-Fi, AC and the workstation are included.
Karla Caves is the closest major attraction at 7.8 km, followed by Kune Falls at 11.7 km. Tiger Point, Visapur Fort and Bhaja Caves are all between 18 and 19 km away.
Mid-June to early July offers the best monsoon experience with fewer crowds than peak July. October to February suits trekking and clear views. March to May brings the lowest rates and is when a private pool matters most.
Tamarind Trails is not the flashiest villa in Lonavala, and it is not trying to be. What it offers is a specific and slightly rare combination: a mid-size home with a private pool, a sports turf, a real workstation and a genuinely quiet Waksai address, 20 minutes from Karla Caves and eight kilometres from the station. Its 5/5 rating across 15 reviews suggests the execution matches the description, which in this price band is not a given.
Book it for a group of eight to twelve that wants the villa itself to be most of the holiday, add the turf and the bonfire, lock in your meal preference 48 hours ahead, and plan exactly one cluster of sightseeing per day. That is the version of this trip that works.
