The Indian Retreat at the Countryside is a nature retreat that captures the Goa of years gone by. The ethnic rustic cottages blend harmoniously into the lush, natural ambience of Goa that surrounds them. The airy rooms are amply furnished to give you the comforts of simple luxury while maintaining their rustic feel. Or enjoy the exotic and romantic experience of an abode in the sky, in Tarzan and Jane’s tree top hut at a little extra cost.
Nestling in this shy landscape, near the serene Chapora backwaters, you will discover a boutique nature resort. A resort like no other in Goa.

Facilities available at The Indian Retreat Goa :

Birdwatching:
Watch some of the most exotic birds in Goa that migrate every year from various regions.

Backwater boating to Monkey Islands*:
A boat ride you'll remember for a long time, take a ride to the Monkey islands, Goa that are inhabited with monkeys.
* for a 4 Day Package.

Spend the Day in a Spice Farm*:
Spices are the most popular speciality of India, Enjoy some freshly picked pepper, spend a great time visiting the local farm at resort and spend an afternoon dining in this great surrounding.
* for a 4 Day Package.

Learn to Drape the Saree & Dhoti:
Get into the Traditional attire of the locals in Goa and Western India , allow our inhouse experts to drape you either in the Dhoti or Saree.

Traditional Games:
Enjoy the Games, that are played locally in Goan villages that are exciting and well conceived.

School for Fun:
Learn Bamboo weaving in Goa, try your skills with clay on a local Goan potter's wheel, learn Goan cuisine and also learn to dress the Indian saree.
Compulsory: learn the local language (basics)

Ayurvedic Massage Hut*:
Relax those tired muscles with an energising Ayurveda Massage held at our resort. These massages help cleanse your body and rejeuvenate your spirits.
*at an extra cost.

Yoga for Beginners:
The world renowed form of exercise, Take advantage of the Yoga beginner's course offered in Goa by our inhouse Yoga expert.

Village Tours by night.:
Visit the majestic Sapkoteshwar Temple, Goa that comes alive every night with its exquisite lighting, mingle with the locals and appreciate the rich and vibrant local culture

Cycle Tours*:
Explore the nearby villages of Goa with guided cycle tours that allow you to be one with the surrounding.
* for a 4 Day Package.

Visits to Ancient Shivlinga:
Situated in the vicinity of the Resort, this ancient Shivlinga dates back to the 16th Century and is revered by the locals and adds to the divinity of the place

Dinning at The Indian Retreat Goa:
Gourmet cuisine at the Poolside Shack -enjoy an all inclusive candle lit dinner with the Catch of the Day - Lobsters or Tiger Prawns served with a glass of excellent wine.

The food is served in traditional clay vessels and banana leaves. the serving spoons are of coconut shells and bamboo.

The Bar and Restaurant boast of designer rustic tables and counters that blend well with the ethnic set up. Standing tall are the antique large bottles of the local brew - Cashew and Palm Feni. All drinks are accompanied with roasted cashewnuts fresh from the farm.

Accomodation at The Indian Retreat Goa:
The Indian Retreat has 15 ethnic and spacious cottages which are amply furnished. These cottages blend harmoniously into the lush natural ambience of a 40 acre Organic farm surrounded by the Sahyadhri Range, North Goa, India. Enjoy the luxury of Privacy . The Ayurveda plantations pleasantly permits one to sleep anywhere as the fragrance of these plants keep the mosquito away. The double beds and twin beds are extra large with very comfortable mattresses and loads of pillows. The attached bathrooms with 24 hours spring water supply and western toilets are immaculately clean and are well designed with terracotta, lots of aromatic flowers, large windows overlooking the landscape.

Each cottage is named after a fruit, being a horticulture farm. Its cooler being 800 feet above sea level.

These Tarzan and Jane Tree Top huts are for the adventurous, with attached toilets 25 feet high. The Tree Top hut has a loo with a good view.