Basilica Holiday Home

This place is located at 13/14 in Lonavala. It’s a big house where families come when they want to get away from the city noise for a few days. The air up here is a bit cooler, especially during the monsoon months when everything around the property turns very green. We spend a lot of time cleaning up after the rains because the dampness gets into everything if you aren't careful. There are a couple of rooms and a sitting area where people mostly just hang out and talk. We have some outdoor space too. It isn't a fancy hotel with a big staff; it's more like a home that we look after. Sometimes the electricity goes out for a bit when there’s a storm, but that’s just how it is in the hills. We keep some candles and torches ready. Most people who come here bring their own food or we help them find something local. The gate can be a bit tricky to lock if you don't know the trick to it. I usually walk around the perimeter in the mornings to see if any monkeys have messed with the roof tiles. It’s quiet mostly, except for the birds and the occasional car going by. We try to keep the garden tidy, though the weeds grow fast. It’s just a place to sit and exist for a while. It’s worked out for us so far.