StayVista at Normandy House

Surrounded by lychee orchards, hills and valleys, Normandy House is a homestay that is nested upon 25 acres of land. Proudly boasting of the vividness of nature and heritage, this abode was designed to be a getaway by a French connoisseur in 1840. With a blend of French and British decor, being here is almost like living in a different era. While it'll be hard to leave indoors, the outdoors are equally mesmerising. Bask in the radiant hues of sunset or light up the fireplace, the choice is yours!

Normandy House is special because of its
- Feature in Condé Nast Traveller
- Peaceful surroundings 
- Heritage
- Litchi orchards 
- Views of hills and valley 
- Colonial style decor
- Sprawling lawn with flora 

We care for your absolute comfort! To that effect, we provide
- Inverter, AC, heater, WiFi, Smart TV
- Wardrobe, hangers
- Iron, torch 
- Geysers, towels, toiletries
- Medical kit, mosquito repellent
- Games
- Secured parking space for up to 10 cars

This is a wheelchair-friendly property.

At an additional cost, we can offer
- Barbecue kit
- Fireplace
- Bonfire 

The Space:
Let us walk you through the space.

BEDROOMS
- There are 3 bedrooms - all on the ground floor.
- TV, AC, WiFi, heater, dressing table, amenities tray, and attached bathrooms are offered in all rooms.
- 2 rooms offer a fireplace.
- All rooms have king-sized beds, besides one room also has a twin bed.

BATHROOMS
- There are 3 bathrooms in the villa - all attached.
- All bathrooms have geysers, hairdryers,  towels, and basic toiletries.
- A bathtub is offered in one bathroom.

COMMON AREAS
- The living room seats 12 people.
- It offers a music system, WiFi, heater and fireplace.
- The dining area seats 10 people.
- There are 3 sprawling lawns with seating. 
- There is a laundry room. 

KITCHEN
- The kitchen is accessible only if the guest books the entire villa and will be charged at Rs 2000 per day.
- It is equipped with a microwave, rice cooker, gas stove, oven, refrigerator, water purifier, a toaster, and a mixer-grinder.
- Crockery and cutlery are available.

FOOD
- If the property is booked for less than 7 nights, guests can opt for the meal package. Please refer to the menu for the prices. 
- If the property is booked for more than 7 nights, a chef can be arranged at an additional cost of Rs. 2000 per day. Groceries will be charged as per actuals. 
- Vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals can be provided at an additional cost.
- A barbecue kit/meal can be arranged at an extra charge.
- The costs for the aforementioned food and beverage offerings and events are subject to an 18% GST charge.
- Guests can also eat out in nearby restaurants like Dikra Restaurant, Riverside Restaurant, Third Eye Cafe & Restaurant and Malsi Greens Vegetarian Restaurant. 

GUEST ACCESS
The guests have access to the entire villa.

INTERACTION WITH GUESTS
The host is not present at the property but is always accessible via call or message. A trained and responsible caretaker is present at the property to resolve any concerns and help you have a perfect stay. 

STAFF ACCOMMODATION
We are able to provide accommodation for your personal staff at an additional cost of Rs. 1500 exclusive of meal charges.

ACTIVITIES
Within the property, guests can play indoor games like cards and ludo or gather around the fireplace. Guests can step out to explore flora and fauna including the Litchi orchard or enjoy birdwatching or go trekking to the river. They can request for a bonfire to be lit up. They can also head to the clubhouse near the villa, and play various board games, chess, carrom, and badminton. As the sun goes down, guests can enjoy a lovely sunset from the confines of the property.

HOME TRUTHS
While we do promise you a welcoming home and a great stay, here are a few things we’d like to mention so as to ensure there are no unpleasant surprises later!
- The villa is relatively secluded. 
- This property is not suitable for pets. 
- In case of a power outage, the inverter can support fans and lights for up to 5-7 hours. 
- WiFi, although offered, is subject to network availability at any given time.
- Mobile networks such as Jio/Airtel work fairly well here.

ADDITIONAL COSTS
- Kitchen can be accessed at an additional cost of Rs.2000 per day. 
- Bonfire can be arranged at an additional cost of Rs.1500 for 3 hours.
- The indoor fireplace can be used at an extra charge of Rs.1000 for 2 hours.
- 1 female and 2 male staff can be accommodated in an outhouse at an additional cost of Rs.500 per person. The price is not inclusive of the meals. 

Should you wish to drive down in your own car, secured parking space for 10 cars is available.

HOUSE RULES
- Loud music is not allowed post 10 PM.
- Smoking is allowed only outdoors.
- Guests are earnestly requested to treat the home with care.
- All-male groups are not allowed.

POLICIES
- The full payment must be made for your booking to be confirmed.
- The number of guests must not exceed the count mentioned at the time of booking.
- Only the guests who have been accounted for are allowed at the villa.
- All guests must be able to share valid ID proofs when asked. This could be at the time of booking, and also upon arrival.
- All foreign nationals must be able to share their passport and visa details prior to their stay.
- Any damage to the property caused by the guest will be charged as per the actual cost of repair or replacement.
- Any illegal activity - including but not limited to prostitution and the use of narcotics - is strictly not permitted.
- Any commercial activity is strictly not permitted.
- A refundable deposit may be collected before check-in.
- This entire amount is refunded within five working days, provided the total number of guests does not increase and the check-out time is adhered to.
- In case of any delays or other grievances, guests can reach out to guestsupport@stayvista.com for assistance.

And that’s it from us! We hope Normandy House fits the bill for you, as we sure look forward to hosting you here. As soon as you book, our team will get in touch to help you with any additional information that you might want, and we will be at your service until check-out.

If you did indeed read all the information provided here, start your message to us with ‘Hey Sunshine’ and we’ll know you are going to be a great guest!

From Team StayVista: Welcome home!