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10,000 sq ft
5-Bedroom Villa
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₹2,500/pet/day
Pet Charge
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Max 2 pets
Per Booking
SaffronStays Amarah is a 10,000 sq ft, 5-bedroom luxury estate in Assagao, North Goa , a former science museum reimagined by Bengaluru-based designer Vinithra Amarnathan into one of the most architecturally striking pet-friendly villas in Goa. Deep indigos, mustard tones, handcrafted arches, and a 10-foot live-edge dining table set the scene. The lower level opens directly onto a private pool and manicured garden, and pets are genuinely welcome inside the bedrooms , not just on the grounds.
✓ Verified by the Pet Friendly Places team
Pet policy confirmed via SaffronStays listing and their official Pet Contract. A fee of ₹2,500 per pet, per day applies, with a maximum of 2 pets per booking. Pets are allowed in the bedrooms but not inside the bathrooms. The property does not provide food and water bowls , bring your own. No dedicated bathing facility for pets; there is a water outlet outside each room to rinse paws and muddy coats, with a towel provided. Guests are required to carry their own pet medication. Staff can prepare simple, freshly cooked pet meals if requested in advance with clear dietary instructions.
The Villa and What Makes It Work for Pet Parents
This is an entire-home booking , 5 en suite bedrooms across three levels, accommodating 10 to 15 guests. The ground floor has one en suite bedroom (convenient for older dogs or pets who struggle with stairs), a large living and dining area, and a dedicated study-cum-library. The lower level connects directly to the pool and garden, with shaded outdoor seating and a bar setup. Four more bedrooms sit on the first floor, each with its own layout and a shared wraparound balcony with open views.
For dogs especially, the layout is genuinely practical. direct access from the lower level to the pool and lawns means your dog doesn't have to navigate the full house every time they want outside. The well-maintained manicured lawns are large enough for a proper run, and the garden area alongside the private pool gives dogs space to settle and explore without being penned in. The outdoor water outlet outside each room is a thoughtful touch , rinsing sandy or muddy paws before re-entering is easy and expected.
Pet Policy in Practice
The SaffronStays Pet Contract sets clear expectations before you arrive. Pets must be vaccinated and flea-free, and you'll sign a self-declaration confirming this. Pets must not be left unattended on the property, and should be leashed if any staff member requests it. Dogs are welcome in the bedrooms , pets allowed in the bedroom but not inside the bathroom is the confirmed policy. The contract also notes that pets should not be allowed on sofas and beds, as future guests may have allergies, and paws and fur must be washed before re-entering the home from outdoors.
The ₹2,500 per pet, per day charge covers the stay itself; any additional cleaning costs arising from pet-related damage can be deducted from the security deposit. If your pet causes a disturbance and a second incident is reported, the staff may ask for the pet to be kept on leash or restricted to a certain area. These are standard terms for a luxury villa , not unusual, but worth reading before arrival.
Pool access for pets is not explicitly confirmed , the Pet Contract notes that not all properties allow pets in the pool and that guests should check in advance. Confirm directly with SaffronStays before your stay if this matters to you.
ℹ️ What to pack and confirm before arrival
The property does not stock pet food bowls, pet medication, or pet toiletries , bring everything your pet needs. The Pet Contract confirms there is no bathing facility for pets on site. Outside food is permitted with a ₹1,000 cleaning charge for service after 8 PM. Breakfast is complimentary; the in-house chef can be arranged for other meals at ₹4,000 + GST per meal (groceries at actuals, paid in advance). If you want the kitchen to prepare a simple cooked pet meal, give dietary instructions well in advance. No vet is listed as nearby , the contract explicitly notes that medication may not be available in close vicinity, so travel with a full pet first-aid kit.
The Setting: Assagao, North Goa
Amarah sits in a quiet, forested corner of Assagao village in the Bardez taluka, near Badem Church , tucked away from Goa's busier tourist strips but close enough to matter. Cafés and restaurants including G-Shot, Baba au Rhum, Vinayak, Tamil Table, Jamun, and Izumi are reportedly within 10 minutes. Mopa Airport (North Goa's newer international terminal) is approximately 40 minutes away, making this a realistic arrival point for guests flying in with pets. The forested surroundings come with a standard Goa caveat: the Pet Contract specifically mentions that the outside areas should not be explored unsupervised, particularly after dark, due to the presence of snakes, scorpions, and monkeys. Keep this in mind if your dog is the kind to go investigating at night.
⚠️ Wildlife in the surroundings
The property's own Pet Contract warns that outside areas may have snakes, scorpions, rats, and visiting wildlife including monkeys and stray dogs. Do not let your pet explore the garden or grounds unsupervised, especially after dark. This is standard for forested North Goa properties , not a reason to avoid the stay, but a genuine reason to supervise your dog outdoors at all times.
Address: House No. 614/1, 56/8 Badem, near Badem Church, Assagao, Bardez, Goa 403509 | Book via: SaffronStays (saffronstays.com) | Starting from: ₹26,785/night
