The concept of a weekend home conjures images of sprawling estates by the beach or cosy cabins nestled in the mountains. Traditionally, these getaways were seen as a luxury reserved for the affluent. However, … READ FULL STORY
When Ranjit Tendolkar bought a villa in Lonavala, it was with the intention of spending some time every month, in the green environs of the area. “Many times, we would not visit the villa … READ FULL STORY
The main purpose of a weekend home or second home, is to provide an avenue for recreation and to spend time away from one’s regular routine. Consequently, weekend homes are generally located away from … READ FULL STORY
“For many years, I wanted to buy a home in Goa. Whenever I went there with my family or friends, I enjoyed my stay. I love the place for its natural beauty, its beaches … READ FULL STORY
Vacation homes are increasingly becoming popular as a niche housing segment, with many row house and bungalow projects coming up near metro cities in India, in the past decade. “These second homes are mostly … READ FULL STORY
Madh and Marve islands, situated on the north-western coast of Mumbai, have been a popular second home choice for Mumbaikars. However, over the last five years, these sleepy islands are emerging as a hub … READ FULL STORY
Igatpuri, situated in the Western Ghats on the Mumbai-Nashik Highway, is emerging as a popular second home destination. Chaitali Parikh Mehta, owner of Inscape Designers, Mumbai, whose family has a farmhouse on the outskirts … READ FULL STORY
Imagine painting the prettiest-ever, sea-swept landscape – and then living in it. Till fairly recently, only the super-rich were allowed to have that dream, and Alibaug made it a reality. But in the last … READ FULL STORY
While the scramble to buy a home is a painful rite of passage for many in the metros, the upwardly mobile and affluent are being tempted by all manner of options when it comes … READ FULL STORY
When Hitesh Maniyar, a resident of Andheri, Mumbai, was on the lookout for a weekend home, his biggest concern was its location, as he planned to shift to Navi Mumbai in a few years. … READ FULL STORY
Mayur Patil, a property developer who operates in the Thane region, was surprised when Rashmi Garg, a non-resident Indian (NRI) from Britain, insisted that she would only invest in Lonavala as her holiday home. … READ FULL STORY
