Villas & Farmhouses in Lonavala – Private Pool Stays near Mumbai & Pune
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BookMyFarm lists 29 villas and farmhouses in Lonavala across 18 areas, from ₹4,000 on weekdays for the whole property (typically ₹8,800); 28 have a private pool. Browse by type: private pool villas in Lonavala, farmhouse on rent in Lonavala with prices and weekend homes in Lonavala.
Lonavala is a villa town: almost every property here is a private villa with its own pool, which is why people searching for a farmhouse in Lonavala usually end up in a pool villa. The villas sit in three main pockets: Tungarli and Gold Valley above the town towards Khandala, the town itself around Dongargaon, and the quieter valley to the east around Malavli, Karla and Pawna.
Lonavala is Mumbai and Pune's monsoon weekend: from June to September the Sahyadri hills turn green, the waterfalls run and the ghats fill with weekend traffic, so villas book up early.
Villas and farmhouses in Lonavala at a glance
| Listed on BookMyFarm | 29 |
| Areas | 18 |
| By type | 26 villas, 2 farmhouses, 1 weekend home |
| Weekday price, whole property | ₹4,000 to ₹23,600, typically ₹8,800 |
| Weekend price, whole property | typically ₹17,700 |
| Day slot from | ₹7,000 |
| With a private pool | 28 of 29 |
| With a kids' pool | 12 of 29 |
| Largest guest limit | about 45 guests |
| Average guest rating | 4.5 out of 5 (176 reviews) |
Where the villas and farmhouses in Lonavala are
West: Tungarli, Gold Valley and Khandala
The hill pockets between Lonavala and Khandala, with valley views, close to Tiger's Leap, Bhushi Dam and the expressway exit. The closest belt for Mumbai. Listings here: 15, in Tungarli Lake, Gold Valley, New Tungarli, Khandala, Old Khandala, Dukes Nose, Khandoba Temple and Puraniks Sayama.
Town: Dongargaon and around
Villas close to the town, the railway station and the market, handy for guests coming by train. Listings here: 5, in Dongargaon, Khatri Park and Lonavala.
East: Malavli, Karla, Waksai and Pawna
The quieter valley towards the Karla and Bhaja caves, Lohagad and Pawna Lake. The closest belt for Pune. Listings here: 9, in Malavli, Malavali, Waksai, Varsoli, Opp Sheetal Dhabha, Lohgad Fort and Pawna.
Villas and farmhouses in Lonavala by area
| Area | Listed | Types | Weekday from | Private pools | From Mumbai (Dadar) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Valley | 4 | villas | ₹7,700 | 4 | ~92 km |
| Dongargaon | 3 | villas | ₹9,400 | 3 | ~93 km |
| Tungarli Lake | 3 | villas | ₹5,300 | 3 | ~90 km |
| Khandala | 2 | villas | ₹11,400 | 2 | ~88 km |
| Malavali | 2 | villas | ₹6,200 | 2 | ~101 km |
| Malavli | 2 | villas | ₹6,200 | 2 | ~95 km |
| New Tungarli | 2 | villas | ₹7,900 | 2 | ~91 km |
| Dukes Nose | 1 | farmhouses | ₹7,000 | 1 | ~93 km |
| Khandoba Temple | 1 | villas | ₹10,600 | 1 | ~89 km |
| Khatri Park | 1 | villas | ₹7,000 | 1 | ~94 km |
| Lohgad Fort | 1 | villas | ₹8,000 | 1 | ~101 km |
| Lonavala town | 1 | farmhouses | ₹6,200 | 1 | ~100 km |
| Old Khandala | 1 | villas | ₹6,200 | 1 | ~87 km |
| Opp Sheetal Dhabha | 1 | villas | ₹17,600 | 1 | ~95 km |
| Pawna | 1 | villas | ₹15,800 | 1 | ~96 km |
| Puraniks Sayama | 1 | villas | ₹8,800 | 1 | ~91 km |
| Varsoli | 1 | villas | ₹4,000 | 0 | ~92 km |
| Waksai | 1 | villas | ₹8,800 | 1 | ~93 km |
Farmhouse, villa or resort: which should you book in Lonavala?
BookMyFarm lists all three, and the right one depends on who is coming and what you want to do.
- Farmhouse (2 here): the whole property is yours, usually with a lawn, a pool and a sound system; best for groups, parties and day outings. See the farmhouse on rent in Lonavala with prices.
- Villa (26 here): the whole house is yours, more like a holiday home, with bedrooms, a living room and often a private pool; best for families, couples and overnight stays. See the private pool villas in Lonavala.
- Weekend home (1 here): a private house for a relaxed stay. See the weekend homes in Lonavala.
Price list: what a stay in Lonavala costs
| Type | Size | Listed | Weekday from | Typical weekday | Typical weekend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmhouse | 3–4 BHK | 2 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹15,400 |
| Villa | 1–2 BHK | 4 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹8,400 |
| Villa | 3–4 BHK | 17 | ₹6,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹18,000 |
| Villa | 5 BHK or more | 5 | ₹9,400 | ₹10,600 | ₹23,600 |
| Weekend home | 3–4 BHK | 1 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹30,700 |
Weekends cost about 101% more than weekdays for the same property. 2 listings run a cheaper day slot, from about ₹7,000. Farmhouse, villa and weekend-home prices are for the whole property, not per person. The exact price for your dates shows when you select them.
What the listings in Lonavala include
Air-conditioned bedrooms, a kitchen or dining area and parking are standard at most properties. Beyond that, this is how many offer each feature:
- A private swimming pool: 28 of 29
- Parking on the property: 27 of 29
- A sound system: 25 of 29
- A kids' play area: 16 of 29
- A garden or lawn: 15 of 29
- A separate kids' pool: 12 of 29
- An on-site restaurant: 6 of 29
- Indoor games: 5 of 29
- River views: 4 of 29
- A game zone: 3 of 29
Holidays and occasions: the busiest dates for villas and farmhouses in Lonavala
When people book villas and farmhouses in Lonavala depends on the holidays they get. Here is the year at a glance, with what the 29 listings here offer for each plan:
| Holiday | When | What people plan | What the listings here offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monsoon weekends | June to September | The peak season for the ghats: waterfalls, fog and green hills | 5 list river, hill or beach views |
| Ganeshotsav | August or September | Family get-togethers during the ten days of Ganpati | 1 keep the property vegetarian |
| Diwali | October or November | Family breaks during the school Diwali holidays | 7 allow firecrackers, 2 don't |
| Summer holidays | April to early June | Pool days and family stays | 12 with a kids' pool, 21 with a kids' pool or play area |
| Christmas and New Year | 24 December to 1 January | New Year's Eve parties and year-end family breaks; the most-booked nights of the year | 25 with a sound system; night guest limits apply |
| Long weekends | 26 January, 15 August, 2 October and festival weekends | Two- and three-night trips with family or friends | 25 with 3 or more bedrooms |
| Ordinary weekends | Saturdays and Sundays, all year | Sunday day outings and Saturday-night stays | typical ₹8,800 on weekdays, ₹17,700 at weekends |
Lonavala is Mumbai and Pune's monsoon weekend: from June to September the Sahyadri hills turn green, the waterfalls run and the ghats fill with weekend traffic, so villas book up early.
Festival and holiday dates fill two to four weeks ahead, and the most popular properties go first. The price for your exact dates shows when you select them.
Villas and farmhouses in Lonavala for every kind of trip
Diwali and festival holidays
Diwali is the one holiday almost everyone gets, so it is the busiest time of the year for villas and farmhouses in Lonavala. Check the firecracker rule before you book: 9 of the 29 hosts here state a rule on firecrackers (7 allow them and 2 do not); for the others, ask before you book. One that allows them, and is well reviewed, is the 3 BHK villa with a private pool in Tungarli Lake (BMF-V325). See Diwali farmhouse stays in Lonavala for the ones best suited to the festival. Book two to four weeks ahead for the Diwali week itself.
Couples and quick getaways
Couples booking a quick escape usually want privacy, a pool and food sorted without effort. For more privacy, 4 properties here are 1 or 2 BHK, 3 of them with a private pool, a good size for two people or two couples. A good example is the 2 BHK villa with a private pool in Malavli (BMF-V384). The couple-friendly villas in Lonavala page has the shortlist.
Friends' trips, birthdays and parties
15 of the 29 hosts here accept groups of friends, and 13 allow alcohol. 12 have both a sound system and a lawn, the usual set-up for a birthday, a bachelor party or a reunion. 9 add a game zone, indoor games, a cricket area or a home theatre for the hours between swims. The shortlists for birthday party farmhouses in Lonavala and friends' getaways in Lonavala group the best ones together. Music timings and night-time guest limits are in each property's house rules.
Family holidays
For a family holiday with children, 12 listings have a separate kids' pool and 21 have a kids' pool or play area. 25 have three or more bedrooms, enough for grandparents, parents and children to stay together. 1 keeps the property vegetarian, which many families prefer for festival gatherings. A well-rated family pick is the 3 BHK villa with a private pool in Tungarli Lake (BMF-V325). See also family-friendly farmhouses in Lonavala.
Day picnics and one-day outings
Not every plan needs a night away. 2 listings here run a separate day slot, from about ₹7,000 on weekdays, and any other property can be booked for a day visit. A Sunday picnic, a kitty party, a team lunch or a pool day with cousins are the usual day plans.
Small functions and team outings
For a bigger gathering (an engagement, a haldi or mehendi, a baby shower, an anniversary dinner or a team offsite), 2 listings here take 30 or more guests during the day. 15 have a garden or lawn for decorations and seating. 6 list an on-site restaurant, which makes catering simpler. Weekday dates cost less (a typical ₹8,800 against ₹17,700 at weekends), which suits team outings.
Top-rated stays in Lonavala
Ranked by guest rating, with at least three reviews each:
- 3 BHK villa with a private pool in Tungarli Lake (BMF-V325): rated 5.0 from 7 reviews, around ₹8,800 on weekdays, up to 10 guests.
- 4 BHK villa with a private pool in Pawna (BMF-V420): rated 4.8 from 8 reviews, around ₹15,800 on weekdays, up to 15 guests.
- 4 BHK villa with a private pool in Opp Sheetal Dhabha (BMF-V469): rated 4.8 from 8 reviews, around ₹17,600 on weekdays, up to 10 guests.
- 2 BHK villa with a private pool in Malavli (BMF-V384): rated 4.7 from 7 reviews, around ₹10,600 on weekdays, up to 10 guests.
- 4 BHK villa with a private pool in Khandoba Temple (BMF-V272): rated 4.6 from 8 reviews, around ₹10,600 on weekdays, up to 15 guests.
- 4 BHK weekend home with a private pool in Dongargaon (BMF-W287): rated 4.6 from 8 reviews, around ₹13,000 on weekdays, up to 10 guests.
How far Lonavala is from you
Road distances from where guests usually set out, to the nearest listing and to a typical one:
| From | Nearest | Typical | Typical drive without traffic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai (Dadar) | ~87 km | ~92 km | ~75 min |
| Andheri | ~91 km | ~96 km | ~80 min |
| Navi Mumbai (Vashi) | ~67 km | ~72 km | ~60 min |
| Thane | ~82 km | ~87 km | ~70 min |
| Panvel | ~47 km | ~53 km | ~40 min |
| Pune (Shivajinagar) | ~51 km | ~63 km | ~55 min |
| Hinjawadi | ~42 km | ~54 km | ~45 min |
| Pimpri-Chinchwad | ~40 km | ~53 km | ~40 min |
From Mumbai or Pune, take the Mumbai–Pune Expressway and exit at Lonavala or Khandala, or use the old Mumbai–Pune highway (NH-48) through the town. Lonavala station is on the Mumbai–Pune rail line, so guests can also come by train and take a short cab ride. Allow 30–50% more time on weekend mornings and festival days. The exact address is shared after booking.
Best time to visit Lonavala
June to September is Lonavala's peak season: heavy monsoon rain, waterfalls on every hillside and mist in the valleys, with weekends booked out early. October to February brings clear views and cool evenings, ideal for a pool villa. March to May is warm but still milder than Mumbai or Pune, so it is a popular summer escape.
House rules to check in Lonavala
Every host has their own rules, shown on the property page. Across the 29 listings here:
- 13 of the 29 hosts here state a rule on pets (9 allow them and 4 do not); for the others, ask before you book.
- 15 of the 29 hosts here state a rule on groups of friends (all 15 allow them); for the others, ask before you book.
- 9 of the 29 hosts here state a rule on firecrackers (7 allow them and 2 do not); for the others, ask before you book.
- 15 of the 29 hosts here state a rule on outside food (all 15 allow it); for the others, ask before you book.
- 14 of the 29 hosts here state a rule on non-vegetarian food (13 allow it and 1 does not); for the others, ask before you book.
- 13 of the 29 hosts here state a rule on alcohol (all 13 allow it); for the others, ask before you book.
Carry a valid photo ID for every adult guest. Music timings and night-time guest limits are in each property's rules.
Who books in Lonavala
Lonavala's guests come from Mumbai, Thane and Navi Mumbai (roughly 85–100 km) and from Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad (roughly 40–65 km from Pimpri-Chinchwad and 50–65 km from central Pune). It is the classic weekend getaway for both cities, and the monsoon is the busiest season.
Tips before you book
- Book monsoon weekends (June to September) early; they sell out first.
- From Mumbai, the Tungarli and Khandala villas are the quickest to reach off the expressway; from Pune, the eastern valley around Malavli is closer.
- For couples, a 2 BHK or 3 BHK villa with a private pool is plenty.
- Weekday stays are much cheaper than weekends in Lonavala.
Shortlists by occasion
Hand-picked lists for the most common plans in Lonavala:
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How booking works
- Pick your date and the number of guests; the price for that date shows on each property page.
- Check the house rules, the day and night guest limits and the check-in time.
- Book online. The exact address and directions are shared after booking.
- Arrive at check-in; the caretaker shows you the property.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about farmhouse & villa bookings in lonavala
Is a farmhouse or a villa better in Lonavala?
Almost all Lonavala properties are private pool villas, which is what most people mean by a Lonavala farmhouse: a private house with a pool and outdoor space.
How far is Lonavala from Mumbai and Pune?
The villas are roughly 85–100 km by road from central Mumbai and 50–65 km from central Pune, depending on the pocket.
How many villas and farmhouses are there in Lonavala?
BookMyFarm lists 29 villas and farmhouses in Lonavala, across 18 areas; 28 have a private pool.
What is the price of a villa or farmhouse in Lonavala?
Weekday prices run from ₹4,000 to ₹23,600 for the whole property, typically around ₹8,800, and around ₹17,700 at weekends.
How far is Lonavala from Mumbai (Dadar)?
The nearest listing is about 87 km by road from Mumbai (Dadar), and a typical one about 92 km.