PARUL - Elegant Heritage Home at the Heart of Shantiniketan

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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Staff

9.7

Property highlights

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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: PARUL - Elegant Heritage Home at the Heart of Shantiniketan in Bolpur offers a villa with a sun terrace, garden, restaurant, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out services, a lounge, and family rooms. Comfortable Amenities: The property features air-conditioning, a terrace, balcony, and patio. Each room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, tea and coffee maker, and garden views. Additional amenities include a kitchenette, kitchen, and outdoor dining area. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Indian cuisine with halal and vegetarian options. Breakfast is provided by the property, featuring Asian dishes. Guests can also enjoy lunch and dinner in a traditional ambience. Convenient Location: Located 64 km from Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, the villa is situated on a quiet street. Nearby attractions include Shantiniketan and Bolpur. Free on-site private parking is available.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

Asian

  • Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

  • Fishing

  • Games room

  • Children's playground

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

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Guests who stayed here loved

Bidisha
India India
“The warmth of the hosts and the cleanliness of the property was outstanding! Great food and the house did not even have an ounce of dust.very good location, great food by the in-house chefs. Very good coordination and guideline list that was...”
Martín
Argentina Argentina
“Madhabi´s food was incredible. She attended all my requirements. Also, when I was ill she bought medicines for me. I felt like at home. Also, the house is very nice, with a beautiful garden and balconies.”
Hetal
India India
“Madhabi was a fabulous manager and we had the best food. She was incredibly kind and helpful and took care of all our our gluten free dietary requirements and allergies. It felt like staying with an old friend”
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location is quiet. After three weeks in India this was a peaceful respite from the noise wonder that is India.”
Swati
India India
“Beautiful bungalow with a well maintained garden. It looks The room was beautiful and comfortable with a balcony. The hostess Madhavi di was super helpful and lovely. The staff were fantastic. We had brkfast and dinner and food was reasonable and...”
Jaywant
India India
“The hospitality, homely feel of the place and the great food which happened to be exactly to our taste.”
Sampriti
India India
“Well lit, airy, clean rooms with a homely vibe to its decor. Hosted by the most gracious madhabi di and her delicious food, it is a piece of home away from home.”
Somak
India India
“Breakfast was great - however, in absence of madhabi di it might be a little challenge to get all information via arun da”
Masoom
India India
“Warm and accommodating hostess Madhabi-di with her caretakers to help, excellent food on the table (we found eating in much better then eating at any other restaurant a better option), spacious rooms and toilets with very good flow of water,...”
Chakraborty
India India
“The hospitality by madhabi di and very delicious tasty home made food specially some items blend with local cuisine is amazing”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Madhabi Ray

9.7
Host review score
Madhabi Ray
There are a handful of homes in Shantiniketan that find mention in the pages of Bengali magazines, bestseller books, & international blogs. Parul is one of them. Come, be a part of this mid-20th century 7000sq ft. restored heritage property that was renovated over two years to welcome you. Located inside the Ashram area(Gurupally), Parul amalgamates the old with modern. Located at the heart of Shantiniketan, Parul blends heritage with all modern comforts. 1 large living room, 3 bedrooms with veranda (2 bedrooms on the first floor), 2 modern bathrooms, fully-equipped kitchen (RO purifier), terrace area & a large garden with a treehouse. Handmade tiles, antique furniture, paintings, treehouse, old books, instruments will take you in the yesteryear while high-speed WiFi, ACs & modern baths add to your comfort. The first floor and the ground floor can be booked separately. You can also book the entire villa (first floor + ground floor). Kitchen usage, laundry, airport shuttle, food are available at additional charges.
I have been an Airbnb/Homestay host for more than 4 years now and Parul is our new property that was built with a lot of personal touch and care. I stay in the neighborhood so I am available if there is any need. I was born and brought up in Shantiniketan so I can help you with many personal recommendations in and around Bolpur. We stay in the neighborhood so we are available if required!
The house is located in the sanctum sanctorum of Shantiniketan (called the "ashram" area). The neighbourhood consists of every visitable place created by Tagore (Tagore’s museum - Uttarayan, Kachhghor, Chhatim tola, Patha Bhavan, Ghanta ghor, Natya ghor) is within walking distance. ATM, vegetable stores and the resident local handicraft market are also a short walk away. To visit Deer Park, Amartya Sen’s house, or attend the weekend mela (fair), you would need a 5-10min Toto ride. Getting around is best by walking. If you get tired, Totos (e-rickshaw) are available to ferry you around. We can also arrange for Toto to take you around the different places in and around Shantiniketan.
Languages spoken: Bengali,English,Hindi

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Indian
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian

Facilities of PARUL - Elegant Heritage Home at the Heart of Shantiniketan

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms

House rules

PARUL - Elegant Heritage Home at the Heart of Shantiniketan takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 13:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 22:00 and 05:30
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 06:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform PARUL - Elegant Heritage Home at the Heart of Shantiniketan in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.