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Meals
At Aku's Summit, Malkarne
Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast (for the next day)
Veg
Adults
₹ 2,000
12+
+GST
Children
₹ 1,200
6-11
+GST
Non-Veg
Fish and mutton at actuals
Adults
₹ 2,200
12+
+GST
Children
₹ 1,500
6-11
+GST
Breakfast is included in the tariff. Lunch and dinner are available at an additional cost. Please refer to the menu for available options and inform us in advance to allow our team to prepare fresh meals for you.
Please Note : Menu for reference only, subject to availability.
Amenities
Food and Drinks
Breakfast Included In Tariff
Meals Provided At Additional Charges
Vegetarian and Non Vegetarian Meals
General
WiFi Fibre Or WiFi Cable
AC in living room
AC in Bedrooms
Ensuite Bathroom
Alcohol Allowed
Smoking Allowed
Genset
Parking Available
Swimming Pool
Towels and Toiletries
Safe Deposit Box
Fire Extinguisher
Massage At Additional Charges
CCTV
Jacuzzi
Heated Jacuzzi
Smart TV
WiFi Available Across the Estate
WiFi Available Throughout The Home
Kettle
Refrigerator
Microwave
Facilities
Child friendly
Pet Friendly
Caretaker Always On Site
Pool Table
Wheelchair friendly villa
Open-to-Sky Shower
Steam Room
Social
Elderly Friendly
Other
Elevator in Building
Team Offsites
Not Available
Accommodation For Driver
Meals Included In Tariff
Heater in Bedrooms
WiFi Dongle
TV in Living Room
TV in Bedrooms
Heater in Living Room
TV in Games Room
Caretaker Available on Demand
Library or Books
Accommodation for Maid
WiFi Available in Limited Spaces
FnB Outlets Available Nearby
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FAQs
Stay and accessibility
Yes, our home is child friendly.
There is plenty of space to run around and many indoor activities that will keep your children occupied. The home has instead been stocked with board games such as Life, Monopoly, Chess, Carrom, Table Tennis and Darts. There is also a basic first-aid kit, stocked with Dettol, band-aids, etc., for minor injuries. Parents are advised to be cautious when allowing kids to run around.
Yes, our home is senior citizen/elderly friendly.
The home has an elevator which makes all areas accessible. All the bedrooms have private bathrooms, giving easy access at night without any supervision. All our bathrooms have anti-skid surfaces.
Upon special request, our caretakers can prepare Low Salt/ Low Spice/ Low Fat/ Low Sugar for senior citizens. These requests should be informed at the time of booking.
In case of a medical emergency, the caretaker has the numbers for the doctor-on-call or ambulance service-on-call. The home is ambulance accessible.
Yes, this is a pet-friendly villa. Pets will be hosted at an additional INR 2,500 per pet. A refundable deposit may also be applied. Pets are not allowed on any of the furniture and will be restricted to the verandah area. Pet owners need to carry along food and bedding for their pets.
No, our home is not wheelchair accessible.
Room specifics
6 extra mattresses can be arranged on-site. Our home has adequate bed sheets, blankets and pillows for extra bedding.
Our bedrooms have lovely king-sized beds.
Yes, we provide toiletries like soap, shampoo, hair conditioner and towels.
Yes, all of our bedrooms are air-conditioned. The living room also has an AC.
Yes, the villa has a WiFi connection. There is adequate network connectivity, if not 4G then 3G.
Yes, we have a backup inverter in case of rare occasions of power failure. Guests are requested to switch off the ACs during power outages as it consumes more power.
7. Do you have a problem with mosquitoes? How do you deal with it to make our stay more comfortable?
All rooms have mosquito repellents. Guests are advised to shut the windows between 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm to avoid mosquitoes and insects from entering the home.
Payments
A Guest is entitled to a refund of 75% if he/she cancels the confirmed booking upto 15 days before the Date of Check-In (before 1 PM).
A Guest is entitled to a refund of 50% if he/she cancels the confirmed booking upto 7 days before the Date of Check-In (before 1 PM)
If the Guest cancels within 7 days of the Date of Check-In, he/she is entitled to no refund.
Unfortunately, there is no option for part payment. Guests are required to pay 100% of the payment before check-in.
Once you have chosen your dates and your booking has been accepted, you will receive a payment link where the payment can be processed.
In case you're unable to make an online payment through the link, you could also deposit the cash in our bank account directly. We also offer other options like PayTM, NEFT/IMPS or UPI.
Security deposit is to be paid two days prior to check-in. If no damages are observed, the deposit will be returned during check-out itself or by NEFT within 5 business days after check-out.
No. All payments for booking the villa, including meals, will have to be pre-paid prior to check-in. Security Deposit collected during booking will be returned during check-out or by NEFT within 5 business days after check-out, provided no damages are observed. To avoid inconvenience, we will not be accepting cash onsite for any reasons henceforth.
Please note: The Security Deposit is subject to change depending upon the number of nights and the group size. Please check with your holiday advisor at the time of booking.
How to get there
While roads connecting to the property are good, guests are advised to check the road and weather conditions before leaving for a road trip.
Our home is cool and breezy round the year, so you could visit at anytime.
Yes. Please note that toll charges are subject to change, depending on the authorities and the type of vehicle. Guests are requested to carry sufficient cash to cover the toll charge.
House Rules
Yes, smoking is allowed but strictly not inside the home. If you wish to smoke, please do so outside in the garden/lawn area.
Alcohol consumption is permitted within limits. We do not encourage late night revelry or loud music.
Check-in time at 1 pm and check-out time is 10 am. Please note that check-out timings are strict as we need to ready the rooms for our next booking. Guests are requested to respect the timing of other guests as well. In case you wish to check in a little early or check out a little late, do inform us at the time of booking. Additional charges will be applied. Late check-out charges includes meals (lunch).
Check-in time is 2 pm, and check-out time is 11 am. Please note that check-out timings are strict as we need to ready the rooms for our next booking. Guests are requested to respect the timing of other guests as well. In case you wish to check in a little early or check out a little late, do inform us at the time of booking. Additional charges will be applied. Late check-out charges includes meals (lunch).
As required by law, all adults have to provide their government-approved Photo IDs (that clearly show their residential address) at the time of Check-in. Your co-operation is of utmost importance to us.
Accommodation
Sufficient free parking is available onsite and within the estate
Yes, we do allow events/shoots at the villa, subject to Home Owner's approval. Meals can be arranged at an additional cost (per person, per day). Please note that a maximum of 18 people can be accommodated in the villa for an overnight stay.
Access to the pool will be subject to home owner's approval. Depending on the event and its requirements, a refundable deposit and additional charges may be applied. Please note that loud music (if needed for your function) will only be permitted during certain hours. Any other permissions required for photo shoot/functions will need to be taken by the guests themselves.
If you wish to book our home for functions/shoots, please send a message to the host on our website or send us an email at book@saffronstays.com
You can either book one room or the entire home, depending upon the number of people travelling with you. This villa has X no bedrooms that can be booked.
OR
No, you cannot book just one room. You would need to book the entire home.
No, you cannot book just one room. You would need to book the entire home.
Yes, the home has an open patch of land within the estate that could be used for outdoor picnic activities. Meals will be provided on site at an additional charge (per person, per meal). Please note that the maximum capacity for an overnight stay is 18 people.
During the day, guests will be allowed to use the washrooms and other amenities at the villa.
Depending on the event, you are allowed to erect a small stage, stall or tent for your event purpose.
Food and Beverages
Guests are not allowed to access the kitchen. However, mothers of infants or small children will have limited access to boil milk or prepare their kids meals.
Should you choose to order in, the caretaker will be able to help you with menus of nearby restaurants.
Yes, we have a steady supply of filtered drinking water.
Yes, alcohol consumption is permitted within limits. There are no corkage charges.
We offer authentic, home-fresh meals. We have a standard menu and our Care Team rep will help you craft the perfect combination once you have booked your stay. Please do share your meal preferences and dietary requirements, if any, when the team reaches out to you.
Yes, you can use the common fridge to store food/beverages.
Safety
Yes. The home is located within a private and guarded mountain estate.
Yes, there are CCTV cameras installed in the common areas and outside sections. Private bedrooms and bathrooms are not monitored.
No, the home is within a fenced area. However, should a stray dog enter, inform the caretaker and he will address the issue.
Yes, we do have a first-aid kid onsite, stocked with Dettol, band-aids and over-the-counter medicines like Metacin, Crocin etc.
The villa is well lit up. There is enough lighting even in the surrounding areas i.e lawns, grounds.
Pets
Yes. Guests have to pay Rs 2,500 per pet, plus extra for meals, if requested.
No, we do not provide food and water bowls for pets.
Pet parents must clean up themselves. We have a water outlet outside each room to wash off any sand or mud from a pet, along with a towel. Guests are requested to carry their own medication for the pets. No bathing facility for pets is provided for pets in our homes.
Yes, there is a domestic cat within the estate.
Yes. Pets are allowed in the bedroom, but not inside the bathroom. Guests must be responsible for their pets and any damage caused to the property shall be deducted from the Security Deposit.
Others
Yes, we do allow events/shoots at the villa, subject to Home Owner's approval. Meals can be arranged at an additional cost. Please note that a maximum of 18 people can be accommodated in the villa for an overnight stay.
Access to the pool will be subject to home owner's approval. Depending on the event and its requirements, a refundable deposit and additional charges may be applied. Please note that loud music (if needed for your function) will only be permitted during certain hours. Any other permissions required for photo shoot/functions will need to be taken by the guests themselves.
If you wish to book our home for functions/shoots, please send a message to the host on our website or send us an email at book@saffronstays.com
A dedicated team of service staff is available onsite.
No. We do not allow stag groups to book this home.
Malkarne, GoaAbout the Home
Part of SaffronStays coveted X-Series Collection, Aku's Summit is a 6-bedroom cliffside sanctuary perched amidst the rolling hills of Malkarne in South Goa. Set within a sprawling 120-acre private estate surrounded by forests, cashew orchards, freshwater springs, and working farmland, the home unfolds across six dramatic levels, each revealing a new perspective of Goa's south-eastern mountain ranges.
Designed for those who seek experiences beyond the ordinary, the residence blends immersive nature with elevated luxury. Spend your mornings overlooking endless valleys from the heated infinity pool, unwind in the mountain-facing jacuzzi, host unforgettable evenings in the soundproof rock bar, or gather loved ones in the private theatre and entertainment hall.
The estate invites guests to experience a slower, richer side of Goa through private forest trails, therapeutic freshwater springs, farm-to-table living, spice gardens, dairy farms and curated cashew feni experiences rooted in local heritage. Wellness enthusiasts can indulge in yoga sessions, massages and mindful moments surrounded by nature, while art lovers will discover subtle influences of Goan culture and creativity woven throughout the home.
Beyond its spectacular setting, The Summit is also a celebration of Goa's creative soul, with artworks and design narratives developed in association with the Museum of Goa, lending the home a distinctly Goan sense of identity and storytelling. Far removed from the crowds yet deeply connected to the essence of Goa, Aku's Summit is where luxury, landscape and local culture come together to create an extraordinary escape.
Layout
- Top Floor (One Level Above Entrance): Master bedroom, private jacuzzi deck, two additional viewing decks, and private sitting areas.
- Entrance Level (Level 0): Main entrance and foyer, two guest bedrooms, and a large lounge deck with outdoor seating.
- Level -1: Three guest bedrooms, two decks, and outdoor seating overlooking the valley.
- Level -2: Living room, dining area, fully equipped kitchen, infinity swimming pool, and pool deck with sun loungers and seating.
- Level -3: TV lounge, bar area, and indoor seating for movie nights, games, and gatherings.
- Level -4 (Basement): Games room with pool table, fully equipped gym, steam and sauna room, and direct access to the service road.
- Access & Services: An internal elevator and staircases connect all levels. A separate service road, loading and unloading area, and dedicated external staircase provide direct access to the kitchen for supplies.
Capacity
18 Guests for an overnight stay,
FAQs
What is the USP of the villa?
A Six-Level Cliffside Residence: An architectural marvel unfolding across six cascading levels, seamlessly woven into the contours of the hillside.
Endless Mountain, Forest & Valley Views: Wake up to uninterrupted panoramas of South Goa's eastern mountain ranges, dense forests and rolling valleys from virtually every corner of the home.
Heated Infinity Pool Above The Canopy: A full-length heated infinity pool that appears to spill into the landscape beyond, offering one of the most dramatic swimming experiences in Goa.
Private Lake Within The Estate: Hidden within the vast estate lies a serene lake, accessible via private walking trails that meander through forests, orchards and natural landscapes.
A Living Cashew Estate: Surrounded by hundreds of fruit-bearing cashew trees, offering a front-row seat to one of Goa's most iconic agricultural traditions.
The Soundproof Rock Bar: A one-of-a-kind entertainment space built around the estate's original rock formations, creating an atmos
What is this home Ideal For?
Located in Malkarne, South Goa, SaffronStays Aku's Summit is a luxury 6-bedroom villa in Goa, part of the exclusive X-Series Collection. Set within a 120-acre private estate surrounded by forests, cashew orchards and freshwater springs, the villa offers panoramic hill views, complete privacy and premium amenities including a heated infinity pool, mountain-facing jacuzzi, private theatre, soundproof rock bar and wellness spaces. Guests can enjoy nature trails, farm experiences, spice gardens and authentic cashew feni tastings while exploring the quieter side of South Goa. Ideal for family vacations, group getaways, celebrations and corporate retreats, The Summit combines luxury, nature and local Goan experiences in one unforgettable stay.
Meals
Veg (Not Jain) and Non-Veg meals are available at additional cost.
Click here to view meal plans and pricing.
Spotlight
What it feels like staying at Aku's Summit, Malkarne
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Things to know before booking
Check-In and Check-Out:
- Check-In Time : 02 PM
- Check-Out Time : 11 AM
- Given the increased need for safety, hygiene and sanitization required at the villa, and for the safety of our guests and staff we cannot allow any early check-ins or late check-outs. The check-in and check-out timings mentioned online and in your confirmation email need to be followed.
House Rules:
- Outside food is not allowed in the villa.
- Guests are not allowed to access the kitchen except for infants with prior permission.
- Guests cannot invite other guests and day visitors during their stay.
- Bachelor groups & stag parties are not allowed.
- We do not encourage parties and late-night revelry. Loud music is not permitted beyond 10 pm.
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted only within limits.
- Illegal activities including but not limited to carrying/consuming drugs/narcotics and carrying firearms/weapons are prohibited on the property. Management reserves the right to report any such activities to local authorities.
- Smoking within the villa/rooms is prohibited.
- The pool (if present) is unguarded. There is no lifeguard on site. Children in the pool must be accompanied by adults at all times.
- Guests are requested to take care of all personal valuables. Management is not responsible for loss, theft or damage to any items.
- As required by law, every guest above 18 years must carry government-approved photo ID proof, that shows address. We accept only Aadhar Cards, Driving Licenses and Passports.
- Inappropriate behaviour or violation of any of the above House Rules will invite a polite refusal to accept a Booking. If already checked in, Management reserves the right to ask guests to leave.
About the Property:
- Room amenities include AC, Fan, Extra floor mattress, WiFi, and Private closets.
- Parking available for 2 cars inside and 3 cars on the road outside free of any additional charges.
- Accommodation for Maid: ₹2,000 + GST.
- Accommodation for Driver: ₹2,000 + GST.
- We have Yoga mats for your relaxing morning yoga and meditation sessions.
- CCTV cameras are installed in the exterior of the home, such as Sit Outs, Pool, Lawns, Parking and Estate Entrance
- Pets are welcome at the property. A fee of INR 2,500 per pet, per day applies. A maximum of 2 pets is permitted per booking.
- Additional charges may apply for meals if requested in advance.
About the Locality:
Things to do around the Villa:
- Swim year-round in the heated infinity pool overlooking endless mountain, forest and valley views.
- Unwind in the outdoor jacuzzi as the morning mist drifts across the hills.
- Reconnect with yourself through yoga and meditation sessions amidst nature.
- Rejuvenate with spa therapies and massages arranged on request.
- Explore the estate's spice gardens and discover the flavours that have shaped Goa's culinary heritage.
- Wander through the estate's working farm, where seasonal produce such as mulberries, tomatoes, chillies and okra are grown.
- Visit the private lake nestled within the estate and enjoy leisurely walks along scenic trails.
- Explore forest paths that weave through the property, offering breathtaking views of South Goa's untouched landscape.
- Discover the estate's sprawling cashew orchards and learn about the centuries-old tradition of crafting Goan feni.
Things to do around the Villa:
- Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary ~ 30 minutes drive: Explore one of Goa's richest biodiversity hotspots, home to dense forests, waterfalls and native wildlife.
- Tambdi Surla Mahadev Temple ~ 35 minutes drive: Visit Goa's oldest surviving temple, nestled deep within the Western Ghats amidst lush forest surroundings.
- Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary ~ 45 minutes drive: Walk beneath towering trees and discover one of South Goa's most pristine natural reserves.
- Spice Plantations of South Goa ~ 20-30 minutes drive: Experience guided tours through fragrant spice gardens and learn about Goa's agricultural heritage.
- Salaulim Dam & Botanical Garden ~ 25 minutes drive: A scenic reservoir surrounded by greenery, ideal for photography and leisurely outings.
- Local Cashew Distilleries ~ 15-20 minutes drive: Learn about traditional feni-making techniques and the cultural significance of Goa's iconic spirit.
- Palolem & Agonda Beaches ~ 45-60 minutes drive: Spend the day exploring South Goa's quieter coastline, known for its relaxed atmosphere and natural beauty.
- Rivona Caves ~ 30 minutes drive: Discover ancient laterite caves believed to have served as meditation retreats centuries ago.
- Traditional South Goan Villages ~ Nearby: Wander through sleepy villages, Portuguese-era homes, local bakeries and agricultural landscapes that showcase a slower side of Goa.
- Monsoon Waterfalls & Forest Trails ~ Seasonal: During the rains, the surrounding region comes alive with cascading waterfalls, mist-covered hills and spectacular driving routes through the countryside.
Cancellation Policy
Sleeping Arrangements
Additional mattresses available
Reviews
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(4.8)
05 Oct 2026
SaffronStays Care Team
What a wonderful way to end your time at The Summit, Malkarne — thank you for the love, Just Homestay.in! It means the world to us even without words. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable stay soon.
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