Vatican Serenity, Borvav: Resort in Gir Somnath With Space for a Group
Vatican Serenity is a 10BHK resort in Borvav, Gir Somnath. Rates, capacity, amenities and the house rules worth reading before you book.
Borvav is one of the pockets we list properties in around Gir Somnath. Vatican Serenity is a 10BHK resort there, and this is what the listing actually says once you get past the photographs.
What it costs
- Weekday: ₹7,905
- Weekend: ₹7,905
- Per additional person: none listed
The weekday and weekend rates are effectively the same, which is unusual. It removes the single biggest saving available on most properties — so there is no reason not to take the Saturday.
With no per-person charge listed, the headline rate is closer to the real total than it is on most properties — which makes this materially cheaper for a large group than the number first suggests.
At a glance
| Property | Vatican Serenity (BMF-R096) |
| Where | Borvav, Gir Somnath |
| Type | Resort · 10 BHK |
| Guests — overnight | 50 |
| Guests — day | 50 |
| Weekday rate | ₹7,905 |
| Weekend rate | ₹7,905 |
| Check-in | 11:00 AM |
Reading the capacity
Vatican Serenity lists 50 by day and 50 overnight — figures that are close together, which usually means a property built as a stay rather than as a function venue. With 10 bedrooms across 50 guests, most of a full group has a bed rather than a mattress, which is the practical advantage of a property shaped this way. The trade-off is that the limit is a hard number. A venue property will absorb ten extra people for a daytime function; this one will not, and several properties state that only the headcount confirmed at booking may be on site. So confirm the final number before you book rather than after, and check the per-person charge for anyone above the included figure.
What you actually get
The listing itemises it, which is a good sign in itself — owners write this out when guests actually ask. Swimming Pool with Scenic Forest View. Kids’ Play Area for Fun & Enjoyment. Lush Green Garden with Relaxing Ambience. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included. Air-Conditioned Bedroom with Village Feel. Peaceful Forest Surroundings with Occasional Wildlife Views. Room by room, the detail goes further than most listings: Bed Room lists 2 Double bed, Air Conditioner, Tv, Wardrobe, Washroom, Wifi. Everything above is on the page before you pay, which is the part that makes a property like this decidable rather than a gamble.
The area
People come here for the lion safari, not for a weekend — so it is resorts with rooms and food included rather than farmhouses you book whole. Borvav is reached via the Talala–Sasan road, and the last stretch is worth checking with the property directly if you are driving something low or arriving after dark. That is a question owners answer honestly, because a guest stuck on a bad road is their problem too. If the group wants something beyond the property, the usual additions from here are the Kesar mango orchards around Talala, the Somnath temple, Gir National Park. On timing: the park closes mid-June to mid-October; October to March is the season, December to February the peak.
No middleman
The chat on each listing goes to the owner or their caretaker. That removes the layer that causes most of the friction in this category — the broker who is not on site, does not know the property well and is not the person you will meet on the day.
It also means you can settle the awkward questions in writing, in the same thread as the booking, which is worth more than any verbal assurance when the person handing you the keys turns out to be someone else.
The rules worth reading
Permitted: pets, outside food, smoking, bachelor groups.
Not permitted: non-vegetarian food, non-vegetarian cooking, alcohol.
These vary property by property, and two places on the same road frequently take opposite positions. The ones that most often change a decision are alcohol, whether outside food is allowed, and whether you may use the kitchen — the last two being separate permissions rather than one.
From the owner's own house rules: Non-Veg Food Strictly Not Allowed. Valid Government ID Proof Required at Check-in. Late Checkout Will Incur Additional Charges.
Who it suits
A group of up to 50 staying over. With the two capacity figures close together, this is a stay property rather than a function venue, and it works best booked as one. Worth flagging: there is no private pool listed here. In this category that is unusual enough to be the first thing to check against your group's expectations. Where it is the wrong booking: a large daytime function. The capacity is a hard limit rather than a generous one, and a venue-shaped property will take twice the people for a similar rate.
How it compares nearby
- White Wood Gir in Talala — 10BHK for 50 by day, from ₹8,370 on a weekday.
- Prashiv Stay in Sasan — 5BHK for 30 by day, from ₹23,250 on a weekday.
Compare the totals for your actual headcount rather than the headline rates. At group sizes above twenty the per-person charge routinely reorders the ranking.
Comparing what Gir Somnath offers
| Property | Where | Sleeps / by day | From (weekday) | Pool |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vatican Serenity | Borvav | 50 / 50 | ₹7,905 | Common |
| White Wood Gir | Talala | 50 / 50 | ₹8,370 | Common |
| Prashiv Stay | Sasan | 30 / 30 | ₹23,250 | Common |
Work the total out for your actual headcount before comparing these. Above roughly twenty guests the per-person charge reorders the list more often than not.
Before you book
Whatever the listing says, five questions in one message will settle the rest. Owners field these constantly and reply quickly. — What time does music have to stop? Most properties in residential pockets enforce a 10:00 PM cut-off and they mean it. — What usually goes wrong at bookings here? The single most useful question available to you, and almost nobody asks it. — How much is the deposit and is it cash on arrival? It comes back, but somebody has to be carrying it. — Is outside food allowed, and separately, can we use the kitchen? Two different permissions, and plenty of properties grant one and not the other. — Can we get in early to set up? This runs into the preparation time between bookings, which on many properties is around two hours. Get the answers in the booking thread rather than on a call. The person who replies in September may not be the person handing you the keys in November.
The day-picnic problem
The single most common booking in this category is a group of thirty arriving at eleven and leaving at six. No nightly-rate platform sells that. On Airbnb you would be booking a night you do not want, for a guest count that does not fit, at a property whose lawn capacity is invisible.
Being able to search on the day-time limit, pick a half or full day, and see the extra-person charge before paying is the difference between finding the right property and scrolling past it.
When to book it
For this market the season runs as follows: the park closes mid-June to mid-October; October to March is the season, December to February the peak. For an ordinary weekend, three to four weeks is comfortable. For anything attached to a festival or a long weekend, six to eight. The next date likely to affect availability here is Chhath Puja on Sunday 15 November 2026, so if your plans fall near it, book ahead of the rush rather than into it. And if the dates can move at all, take a weekday. In this category that is worth between a quarter and half the rate, which is more than switching to a cheaper property usually achieves.
Where to book it
Everything described here is on the BookMyFarm app and the website — farmhouses, private villas, resorts and weekend homes across the country, searchable by city and by area in Gir Somnath.
It is worth saying why people end up using it as an Airbnb alternative rather than as a supplement. Nightly-rate platforms cannot sell you a half day or a full day, cannot show a day-time guest limit that differs from the sleeping capacity, and cannot put you in a chat with the owner before you pay. All three of those are the normal way this category works.
Where to look
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Frequently asked questions
Can we organize small gatherings or events at the villa?+
Yes, small family gatherings are allowed, but prior permission is required.
How far is the property from Gir Safari Park?+
The property is just 10 km from the Gir Safari entry point.
Are meals included in the booking price?+
Yes, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all included in the package.
Is this farmhouse or villa fully private or will it be shared with other guests?+
When you book Vatican Serenity in Borvav, the entire property is reserved exclusively for your group. You will not have to share the space with other guests.
What does Vatican Serenity cost?+
The slot rate is ₹7,905 on a weekday and ₹7,905 at the weekend.
How many properties are there in Gir Somnath?+
We currently list 3 in and around Gir Somnath, 2 of which have a separate children's pool.
When is the best time to book near Gir Somnath?+
The park closes mid-June to mid-October; October to March is the season, December to February the peak. If your dates can move at all, a weekday booking saves between a quarter and half the rate, which is more than switching to a cheaper property usually achieves.
Can I book for the day without staying the night?+
Yes. Most properties sell a half day and a full day as well as an overnight, and the day slot is what a birthday or a family lunch usually needs. It is also why the day-time guest limit is often several times the sleeping capacity.