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Pick your next stay based on your favoured design style - Part 1

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Sep 18, 2025
Chittoor Kottaram Kochi - Beautiful Homes

From brutalist architecture to whimsical line drawings, super luxurious stays to rustic cottages, choose a uniquely designed villa for your next staycation 

India’s vastly different topography and historical influences often result in design interventions that tell us the story of that region. Be it using mud to build homes, reclaimed wood to build a cabin in the mountains, or restoring a historic colonial-era bungalow—the choices are plenty. With the rise in the demand for staycations, several homeowners welcome guests to rent out their properties that they have thoughtfully created over the years. We list 17 such villas in various nooks of the country that are uniquely-designed and have an interesting tale to tell.
 

 

MODERN-TRADITIONAL HOMES

Casa Dona Flaviana, Goa

A 120-year-old Goan-Portuguese villa in Goa’s Assagao, this heritage property has been painstakingly restored by local craftsmen and heritage experts deeply familiar with Portuguese-era architecture. The expansive space is layered in contemporary comforts without compromising on its old-world charm. Its original features such as grand wooden doors, ‘balcao’ columns, high ceilings, and stained-glass windows have been preserved to protect the architectural soul of the home. Offering 10 bedrooms, the villa also has a swimming pool, courtyard, gazebo, gym, den, and living room. From a 100-year-old well, art, antiques, and vintage curios to a 150-year-old bed, laterite walls, and patterned floor tiles, Casa Dona Flaviana is a layered home that mirrors Goa’s storied past. Book on Airbnb

Casa Dona Flaviana, Goa - Beautiful Homes
Casa Dona Flaviana, Goa
Calamondinn Bungalow, Coorg - Beautiful Homes
Calamondinn Bungalow, Coorg

Calamondinn Bungalow, Coorg

A five-bedroom heritage bungalow surrounded by coffee plantations, this home was originally built in the 1890s by Charles Edmund Waring. A hunter and farmer by profession, Waring built the home to enjoy the beauty of Coorg while farming on the neighbouring land. Interestingly, the current homeowner acquired it from Waring’s grandchildren and painstakingly restored it to keep its old-world charm alive. Its colonial, Victorian rococo, and Lutyen influences can be seen in the décor and furniture, and has several antiques that pay homage to its original owner. Wooden-framed mirrors, ornate chandeliers, a gramophone, grandfather clock, and more are peppered around the home. Spread across 6,000 square feet, the estate is surrounded by nature, and its fifth bedroom is located outside the bungalow. Book on SaffronStays

Majestic Mud House, Pushkar

Rustic and eco-conscious, this four-bedroom home pays an ode to regional ways of building, using real mud for an authentic feel. A fusion of traditional architecture and contemporary luxury, the villa's facade captures the essence of a rustic mud hut, while the interiors showcase exquisite mirror-work on walls and ceilings, blending heritage craftsmanship with modern comforts. From a private pool to a gazebo and terrace, the home is a welcoming space that provides opportunities to unwind in an offbeat setting. The exquisite craftsmanship is a representation of Rajasthan's skilled artisans, one that reflects the state’s rich cultural diversity, elegantly integrating the past with the present. Book on StayVista

Majestic Mud House Pushkar - Beautiful Homes
Majestic Mud House, Pushkar
Bastora House Bedroom Goa - Beautiful Homes
Bastora House, Goa

Bastora House, Goa

Minutes away from Mapusa, this home is tucked away in the scenic village of Bastora known for its old Portuguese-style houses. Its narrow lanes are lined with colonial-era homes and well-preserved chapels, offering a glimpse into Goa’s rich architectural heritage. Here, this 100-year-old Goan-Portuguese home has been meticulously restored and redesigned by its owner Amrita Batra. Featuring neo-traditional design, it is divided into two wings—the heritage wing with two bedrooms, and a newer wing offering five bedrooms. At its heart lies a courtyard with a private pool, outdoor dining area, and a bar. Decorated with antiques, the home also has a coffee table book that showcases its restoration journey, offering guests an insight into its transformation. Book on Lohono Stays

Artist’s Mansion in the Pink City, Jaipur

Originally a heritage home built in the 1950s, this residence has been restored and redesigned by artist and interior designer Shan Bhatnagar. Belonging to his grandparents, the Jaipur home is more of a living gallery, blending maximalist Indian aesthetics with contemporary functionality. Every piece, from 16th-century miniatures and pichhwais to zardozi chandowas and bronze sculptures, has been carefully curated to tell a story, celebrating craftsmanship, memory, and cultural continuity. In addition to two bedrooms, guests have access to other shared spaces including a gym, courtyard, lounge, living and dining rooms. Shan’s art studio and his fashion designer mother’s workshop is also housed in the same premises, that guests can check out. When here, immerse yourself in the layered cultural design of Rajasthan. Book on Airbnb

Artist’s Mansion in Jaipur - Beautiful Homes
Artist’s Mansion in the Pink City, Jaipur
Artist’s Mansion in Jaipur - Beautiful Homes
Artist’s Mansion in the Pink City, Jaipur

CONTEMPORARY LUXE HOMES

The Holland House, Nashik

A French chateau-style luxury mansion, this five-bedroom villa spans over 2.5 acres welcoming guests with vineyards, kitchen garden, and lawns. The surrounding greens and hills create a picturesque setting that can be admired from the heated pool and outdoor area with a gazebo. Conceptualised by the owner Sonal Holland, a certified wine educator, the home offers wine tastings and curated pairings by a sommelier, on request. The décor too, features wine-inspired nuances through its wallpapers, curios, books, and bedrooms that are designed after different elements of winemaking. The home also features a dining room, grand living room, conservatory-style tasting room, game room, lounge, and a common seating area above. Plush furnishings and elegant décor add a touch of European sophistication to the space. Book on Ama Stays & Trails

The Holland House, Nashik - Beautiful Homes
The Holland House, Nashik
Gardenia Alibaug - Beautiful Homes
Gardenia, Alibaug

Gardenia, Alibaug

A seven-bedroom estate divided into two units, Gardenia features cascading gardens that flow seamlessly from the ground to the first floor, creating an unprecedented fusion of architecture and nature. Conceptualised by architect Udayan Bhatt, founder of Architectural Corner, it brings his philosophy of ‘building with nature’ to life, shaping a space that breathes and blends seamlessly with its surroundings. Rooted in biophilic principles, the facades are softened with green terraces while floor-to-ceiling windows invite abundant natural light and uninterrupted views of layered greenscapes. The use of local materials and earthy textures ground the structure in its natural setting, and pathways create fluid transitions between the units. The infinity pool outdoors is complemented by a pergola-framed al fresco dining space in a manicured lawn. Book on StayVista

SUPER LUXURY HOMES

ARQ at Pichola, Udaipur

Nestled on the shores of Lake Pichola, ARQ is a collection of ultra-luxury villas by The Leela group. Designed by Viraj Patki of PG Patki Architects, it combines Indian artistry with timeless sophistication and contemporary opulence. Housed as a discreet haven within The Leela Palace Udaipur, the vision was to create a palace within a palace, weaving Indian craftsmanship into the fabric of the experience. Richly layered, the villas feature brass-inlaid hardwood floors, intricate Thikri mirror-work and rare lapis lazuli accents. A majestic boat arrival followed by a petal shower and foot soak ritual are just some of the many offerings at the luxury stay that comes with a private pool. Book on StayVista

Arq Leela Villa Udaipur - Beautiful Homes
ARQ at Pichola, Udaipur
Chittoor Kottaram Kochi Bedroom - Beautiful Homes
Chittoor Kottaram, Kochi

Chittoor Kottaram, Kochi

A mansion steeped in heritage and history, Chittoor Kottaram was the royal residence of the erstwhile ruling family of Kochi on the banks of the backwaters of Kerala. It retains that sense of splendour and serenity for which it was originally built, and has stood witness to over two centuries of history. Managed by CGH Earth, It has two bedrooms on the ground floor, and one on the first floor with an attached living room. The courtyard opens out to a lawn that overlooks the water body where one arrives on a boat. The spaces are embellished with antique furniture and artefacts, transporting one to a timeless era. From serving regional cuisine to organising classical music and dance performances, the staff caters to all such needs. Book on CGH Earth

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Calamondinn Bungalow, Coorg - Beautiful Homes
Calamondinn Bungalow, Coorg
Bastora House Goa - Beautiful Homes
Bastora House, Goa
Artist’s Mansion in Jaipur - Beautiful Homes
Artist’s Mansion in the Pink City, Jaipur
Gardenia Alibaug - Beautiful Homes
Gardenia, Alibaug
Arq Leela Villa Udaipur - Beautiful Homes
ARQ at Pichola, Udaipur
Chittoor Kottaram Kochi - Beautiful Homes
Chittoor Kottaram, Kochi

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