SaffronStays Aamelia by the Hills (Anjaneri) (Nashik)

Tucked into the foothills of the Anjaneri mountains near Trimbakeshwar, SaffronStays Aamelia by the Hills is a 5-bedroom heritage-style villa in Nashik, Maharashtra, that formally welcomes pets , dogs and cats both. With an open lawn, shaded outdoor spaces, mountain views from every bedroom, and a private swimming pool, this is the kind of place where your pets can roam freely while you decompress completely. The entire property is booked as a unit, meaning you won't be sharing the space with strangers or their animals.

The Setting: Mango Trees, Mountain Views, and Room to Roam

Aamelia by the Hills was built with a clear intention , frame every living space around the mountains. Sloping roofs, wooden detailing, breezy verandahs, and large windows mean the Anjaneri hills are visible from virtually every corner of the property. For pet parents, the more relevant detail is the open lawn where your dogs can run freely while you settle in. The property sits on a lush plot surrounded by mango trees, so there is genuine shade and greenery , not just a patch of grass between buildings.

The layout spans two levels. Two of the five bedrooms are on the ground floor, along with the main living and dining area. The basement level opens to three more bedrooms, a fully equipped games room (archery, pool table, board games), and , notably , a man-made waterfall and a private swimming pool. The waterfall is a design feature built into the basement level, adding a constant soft sound to the lower deck. The games room and pool area make this a genuinely functional space for large groups travelling with pets, since there are enough indoor and outdoor zones that humans and animals aren't constantly competing for the same corner.

The Anjaneri Trek trailhead is just 10 minutes from the property, and Trimbakeshwar temple is a short drive away , useful context if you're planning a longer itinerary in the Nashik region. The Samruddhi Mahamarg expressway makes the drive from Mumbai significantly more manageable, cutting what used to be a winding hill route into a smoother highway journey.

Pet Policy in Practice

The property operates a formal Pet Contract , the full text is available on the SaffronStays listing page and worth reading before you book. The key points: pets must be free of fleas and ticks, vaccinated, and under your supervision at all times. Pets should be on a leash in common areas so staff can carry out their duties comfortably , the contract is explicit that not all staff may be comfortable around animals, which is an honest and practical disclosure. Pets are not permitted on sofas and beds (though guests who may be allergic to pet dander are noted as a reason for this rule). If your dog is reactive or needs extra management around new people, factor in that staff will be present for meals, cleaning, and check-in.

Pet meals can be arranged through the kitchen at an additional charge , the property's in-house cook handles fresh, home-cooked food for guests, and the same applies to pet meal requests on prior instruction. Confirm this in advance if you need it. The standard ₹1,000 per pet charge covers the pet's stay; meals are billed separately. On the second reported disturbance caused by a pet, the contract states the pet may be removed from the property or restricted to a specific area , so this is a property that takes its house rules seriously.

Maximum 2 pets are allowed per booking. The property recommends booking all rooms together for the best experience, which means this is best suited to groups (families, friends) rather than solo or couple travellers with pets looking for a smaller footprint.

What to Know Before You Visit

The private swimming pool is a confirmed amenity at Aamelia by the Hills , however, the Pet Contract and listing materials do not explicitly state whether pets are permitted in the pool. Given the formal pet contract and the note about keeping communal spaces clean, this is worth confirming directly with SaffronStays before arrival if your dog is a water enthusiast who will head straight for any body of water. The man-made waterfall on the lower level is a design feature, not a swim spot.

Meals at the property cover both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, served during breakfast and high tea, with tea and coffee included. Pre-booking meals comes with a 5% discount. Air conditioning is available in both the living room and bedrooms. Alcohol is permitted, and smoking is allowed , relevant details for guests planning a longer group stay.

Pricing starts at ₹37,500 per night for the entire villa (8–12 guests, 4–5 bedrooms depending on configuration). The pet charge of ₹1,000 per pet is on top of this. For a group splitting the villa cost, this makes the per-head and per-pet cost very reasonable for what is a fairly well-appointed property in the Nashik hills.

To book or enquire, contact SaffronStays at 080 6916 0000 or book@saffronstays.com.