Souzagad Alma (Mircholi)

Souzagad Alma is a 5,000 sq.ft. four-bedroom river-touch villa in Mircholi, near Karjat, Maharashtra , explicitly listed as pet friendly and just under two hours from Mumbai. The property sits alongside the River Pej, comes with a private swimming pool, and offers kayaking, trekking, and alfresco dining all within the estate. For pet parents travelling with dogs or cats, the combination of open lawns, riverside access, and resident dogs on site makes this one of the more genuinely animal-friendly stays in the Karjat region.

The Setting , River, Mango Canopy, and Room to Roam

The villa is described by guests as a paradise less than two hours from Bombay , and the setting backs that up. Souzagad Alma is a river-touch property, meaning the River Pej runs alongside the estate. There is a private swimming pool that overlooks the river, available between 7 am and 7 pm. The grounds include a lawn, private patio, private terrace, and outdoor seating , giving dogs plenty of space to move around freely without being cooped up inside. One reviewer stayed in the Mango Shack, a room literally set under the canopy of mango trees, and described it as a quiet, slow and calm farm life experience. That description holds for the whole property , this is rural Maharashtra at its most unhurried, with rare birds, lush greenery, and river sounds as the backdrop.

Pet Policy , Dogs and Cats Welcome, Resident Dogs on Site

Souzagad Alma is listed as a pet friendly villa and accepts both dogs and cats. The property website explicitly marks "Pet Friendly" as a villa feature. Importantly, the property also has its own resident dogs on site. The house rules include a specific note asking guests to treat the property's pets with kindness , multiple reviewers mention these dogs warmly, with one calling them "sweet, human-friendly doggos who also act like tour guides." Another reviewer noted "the protective house dogs" as one of the highlights of the stay. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, this is worth factoring into your planning , the resident dogs appear to be free-roaming on the property. No pet charges are stated on the website, and our team has not confirmed a separate pet fee , verify directly when booking. The property is listed as suitable for both dogs and cats.

What's Included and What to Expect

This is a full-villa rental designed for groups of 8 to 25 people, so it works particularly well for multi-family trips or groups of pet parents travelling together. The 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom layout spans 5,000 sq.ft. with 4 king-size beds, 2 bathtubs, air conditioning throughout, inverter power backup, and free Wi-Fi across the full property. Each room has an Alexa Echo Dot. The kitchen is fully accessible and stocked with an oven, induction cooktop, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, and kettle , useful if you're travelling with a pet and want to prepare their food yourself rather than rely on outside sourcing.

Meals are included in the stay , lunch, dinner, and breakfast are part of the package. Kayaking on the River Pej, use of the pool table, carrom, badminton, and board games are all included. A bonfire and BBQ kit are available at additional cost. The local food has been praised in reviews for being freshly prepared and adaptable to dietary preferences. Check-in is at 1:00 PM and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Parking is available on site.

Getting There

Souzagad Alma is located in Mircholi, Maharashtra 410201, in the Karjat area. The property is approximately 1.5–2 hours by road from Mumbai, making it a realistic weekend getaway with dogs for families based in Mumbai or Pune. Parking is available on site. The nearest railway station is Karjat on the Central Line. For driving directions, use the Google Maps listing linked to the property.

Address: Souzagad Alma, Mircholi, Maharashtra 410201, India  |  Phone: 083699 07234  |  Website: souzagad.com