We're In Love With These Gorgeous And Peaceful Cottages In Vengurla, Just Off North Goa

Maachli is a peaceful and unadulterated farm stay bang in the middle of nowhere in Vengurla, perfect for a quick getaway. It’s situated on a peaceful plantation and is run by the Samant family who started this place.

Towards the North of Goa stands Vengurla in the Sindhurgh district in Maharashtra. You can either go there by road which is at least a nine hour journey, or take a flight to Goa and drive down to Vengurla.

Maachli is smack in the middle of a plantation that is being taken care of by the Samant family, who’ve made sure to not cut down any trees in the area. In fact, the cottages are eco-friendly, wooden and go well the overall ambience of the nature and greenery surrounding them. The whole concept of getting away at Maachli is to be one with nature. They offer simple yet beautiful village-type huts for their guests surrounded by lush coconut, banana and spice plantation. The cottages all have balconies and offer basic facilities.

They’re so particular about serving their concept to the guests, even the food is well thought out. The food is served on banana leaves, and earthen pots are used to cook and serve. The vegetables are organic and grown on the plantation itself, cooked on the choola {mud-stove} to really bring out the flavour.

To get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, and get some quality time by yourself. Since the farmhouse is on a plantation, you will be surrounded by greenery, calmness and even a stream that runs through the farm.

For INR 5,900 for a double occupancy per night that includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and tea {twice a day}, this serene plantation stay is for anyone who’s looking to switch off from their busy lives, amidst nature.

For the nature loving souls looking to getaway from the city for a wholesome experience, Maachli serves the purpose. A lot of activities are planned as well if you’d like to get involved. Pick from taking a guided tour of the village society “Avaath” with its Konkani style houses, their Friday bazaar, take to farming at the plantation or visit the nearby temples and beaches.

For more information and booking, go here.

We suggest taking your own car as it will get easier for you to roam around the area.