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~120 km
from Bangalore
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Pets Welcome
Dogs & Cats
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Since 2000
Family-run homestay
Georgia Sunshine Village is a family-run homestay near Shivanasamudra Falls in Karnataka, about 120 km from Bangalore , a realistic and rewarding weekend drive. Run by Leonard and Georgia Hatherell since May 2000, it sits among hills, farms, and open space, with a pool, walks through farmland, fishing, and evenings by the fire. Pets are explicitly welcome here, with a clear policy that the property communicates upfront rather than leaving things to chance at check-in.
✓ Verified by the Pet Friendly Places team
Georgia Sunshine Village confirms pets are welcome at their homestay near Shivanasamudra Falls. The property has a dedicated pet policy page on their website, requires email confirmation before booking is finalised, and asks guests to carry valid vaccination records. Stay and food charges for pets apply , contact the property directly for current rates. Thirteen resident rescued dogs live on the property, along with farm birds and ducks.
The Setting
The village is nestled in the quiet countryside near Shivanasamudra, Mandya district, Karnataka , one of the less crowded weekend escapes from Bangalore. The property has open grounds, a pool surrounded by palm and areca trees, a lounge shack under a tiled roof, and access to farmland walks. For a dog that needs space to stretch out after a long car ride, this is the kind of place that actually delivers on the promise. The property offers four room types , Superior Deluxe (up to 3 guests), Family Deluxe (ideal for a family of 4), Family Deluxe with Bunk Bed (also for families of 4), and Classic Deluxe (up to 2 guests) , so there is room for different group sizes travelling with pets. Check-in is at 1 PM and check-out is at 11 AM.
Pet Policy , What You Actually Need to Know
This is one of the more thorough pet policies we have seen at an Indian homestay, and it is worth reading in full before you book. The short version: email confirmation is required before your booking is finalised, and vaccination records must be physically carried to the property. Stay and food charges for pets apply , the property asks you to contact them directly for current rates, so factor this into your planning.
On the ground, pets may be fed on the verandah but not in the rooms or at the buffet table in the dining area. There is a designated space where you can sit alongside your pet during mealtimes , so you are not separated, just kept out of the main dining room. Pets are not permitted on beds or sofas; if soiling occurs, a laundry charge applies. Pets must not be left unattended at any point during the stay. The farm is home to birds and ducks, so dogs with a high prey drive will need to be kept under close control , the property explicitly asks guests to prevent harm to farm animals.
If you need the property to provide food for your pet, inform them in advance with quantities required. Bring your pet's own bedding and accessories , these are not supplied. Bagging poop on the lawns and paths is expected, and rightly so given the shared nature of the grounds.
ℹ️ Resident Animals on Property
Georgia Sunshine Village is home to thirteen rescued and adopted dogs , Bagheera, Chester, Cookie, Destiny, Elsa, Max, Mia, Hope, Lucky, Patch, Roxy, Rusty, and Zoey , along with farm birds and ducks. If your dog is reactive around other dogs or livestock, factor this into your decision and discuss it with the property before booking. There is no mention on the website of resident dogs being removed or separated on request.
Food, Activities, and What Makes It Work for a Weekend
Food is cooked at the property in the style of a family table , veg and non-veg, served at set hours. An optional buffet meal package is available: ₹2,360 per adult (₹2,000 + 18% GST) and ₹1,180 per child aged 5–10 (₹1,000 + 18% GST), covering breakfast (₹500), lunch (₹750), and dinner (₹750) per adult. Arrival includes a welcome drink , tea, coffee, or lime juice , and the day closes with evening tea, cookies, and tea-cake. For groups and corporate teams, a day-trip package is also available at ₹2,000 per person including GST, covering a welcome drink, buffet lunch, and evening snacks (Sunday to Friday; weekends subject to availability and group size).
Afternoons at the pool, walks through farmland, fishing, and quiet time by the fire make this the kind of itinerary a dog genuinely benefits from rather than just tolerating. The property has been recognised by TripAdvisor since 2012, which gives some indication of the consistency of the guest experience over time. Bookings are confirmed on full payment and can be made by call, WhatsApp, or through the enquiry form on the website.
Getting There
Georgia Sunshine Village is located at Malavalli, Shimshapura Road, Hebbani, Shivanasamudra, Karnataka 571430 , approximately 120 km from Bangalore. The property advises guests to follow their preferred route from Bangalore and to call if you need a landmark. This is a drive-in property; parking is available on the grounds. The road journey, while about two to three hours depending on traffic, is a straightforward route making it a practical weekend getaway with dogs from Bangalore or Mysuru.
