r sand, sun beams dancing through the swaying palms, waves playing with the sand dunes, a cool breeze whispering sweet nothing in your ear. Isn't it the perfect place to be in? Well, here is what you will find the serene beauty of a quaint little village named “Reel” and nestled in greenery, a beautiful house called “Anant Niwas”.This picturesque landscape is a perfect place for spending a weekend, away from our city woes. Situated on the coastal lines of Ratnagiri and just 6 km away from the famous Ganapatipule, is an ideal place to relax our body and soul with a ton of fresh oxygen, Stretch of a clean blue sea shore for that intimate walk, excellent food to fill up the ever hungry tummies! Once you step inside the gates, it becomes hard to leave the place. It is possible to think of thousand of reasons to increase a day of holiday to convince our superiors!
Reel is a small village, serene, sedate and unspoiled. The beach here is still as nat
ural and pristine as ever. And traveling by roads is an experience by itself. The vast "Konkan" stretch abounds with scenic greenery. There are narrow mud-roads, the earth is red and the roofed houses with clean courtyards add a quaint touch to the panorama. The local vegetation includes fruit bearing trees like mango, betelnut, banana, jackfruit, coconut, etc. The entire western coast is covered with these trees. The locals are as warm and cheerful as their surroundings. Ever ready to chat with the visitors and make them feel at home.A dream project of Mr. Bharat Chavan, a localite as well as Mumbai based Serv
ice guy has erected this place from a deserted family land to a really beautiful place with lot of passion and energy. Running on tight rope of demanding job and this dream, he has built this place brick by brick taking out every possible time. He has no intention of presenting this place as full commercial resort, instead he would much like too keep the homely manner. People can come here, enjoy the homeliness, enjoy each moment without disturbing the serene beauty of the place.You can enjoy the facilities of 4 self contained Rooms with CCTV, A children s
wimming pool, hammocks in deep coconut palms to search the sky, 2 boats with a perfect view of sea for that evening masti & barbeque! A bullock cart ride – something different from riding in cars or buses. Just open the back gate, and a surprise awaits you in the form of too clean stretch of beach with golden sand and clear waters. Enjoy the famous Konkani hospitality with delicious coconut water and Alphonso mangoes (of course in the season).Photo Gallery :
Facilities available:
Morning Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Children Swimming Pool
Light Instrumental Music in Garden
Hammocks rest under Coconut Tree
CCTV in each room (140 Channels)
Badminton, Volleyball on beach,
Bullock Cart Ride
Open theatre Movie
There are great places to visit nearby which are worth a watch :
Ganapatipule
A 4000 year old land mark - the Swayambhu Ganapati temple (Swayambhu means 'self-made', this is a temple of the self-originated idol, Ganapati). It is
flooded by thousands of devotees and tourists every year. Thus the village got its name Ganapatipule, Ganapati the lord of the "ganas" or army and "pule" which means sand dunes, Ganapatipule is one of the "Ashta Ganapatis" (eight Ganapatis) of India and is known as "Paschim Dwar Dewata" (the Western Sentinel God).These god-fearing local devotees take a "Pradakshina" around the hill where the temple is located, not just around the temple (Pradakshina is a form of showing obeisance wherein the devotee walks in a circle around the idol of the lord or around the temple, the house of the lord), As for the tourists, they can go walking simple to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Its Just 6 km away from Anant Niwas
Malgund
Malgund village is the birthplace of the famous Marathi Poet Keshavsoot. This s
mall, yet beautiful village is frequented by visitors who come to take a look at the renovated and converted house of the poet, now a student's hostel. The Maratji "Sahitya Parishad" (Marathi Literature Society) has constructed a beautiful monument salled "Keshavsoot Smarak" in the memory of the great son-of-the soil. Its Just 4 km away from Anant Niwas on the way to Ganapatipule.
Pawas
Pawas is naturally beautiful and serene. The place is also prominent for the ashram of Swami Swaroopanand (a spiritual leader who influenced an entire generation of Maharashtrians). A visit to the place is a journey through time.
Jaigad Fort
The legendary fort stands high and proud on the cliff with a spectacular view of the sea. The fort is at the entrance of the Sangameshwar river. Its Just 29 km away from Anant Niwas.
Karhateshwar
The tourist gets spellbound to see astonishing beauty of the nature surrounding Karhateshwar Devsthan. No one could anticipate how splendid the bounty of the nature would be there till he r
eaches the place. Karhateshwar Devsthan is situated in the village Nandiwade near the coastline 4 to 5 km from Jaigad. The temple is of wooden structure, built during the regime of Shilaharas. In the night, temple is closed for visitors. On the slopes of the hill by the side of seashore between the cuttings of the hill, water springs in small stream, throughout the year. This spring water is stored in two small tanks for bathing purpose. Even during winter the water is warm. One who takes bath gets fresh and energetic. Shri Narayanbhau Jog, a Ramdasi, has described the place in following words.The deity of Karhateshwar is installed at a beautiful lonely place, at whose feet the roaring sea is there for ever. Its Just 24 km away from Anant Niwas.
Pracheen Konkan
Children Swimming Pool
Light Instrumental Music in Garden
Hammocks rest under Coconut Tree
CCTV in each room (140 Channels)
Badminton, Volleyball on beach,
Bullock Cart Ride
Open theatre Movie
There are great places to visit nearby which are worth a watch :
Ganapatipule
A 4000 year old land mark - the Swayambhu Ganapati temple (Swayambhu means 'self-made', this is a temple of the self-originated idol, Ganapati). It is
flooded by thousands of devotees and tourists every year. Thus the village got its name Ganapatipule, Ganapati the lord of the "ganas" or army and "pule" which means sand dunes, Ganapatipule is one of the "Ashta Ganapatis" (eight Ganapatis) of India and is known as "Paschim Dwar Dewata" (the Western Sentinel God).These god-fearing local devotees take a "Pradakshina" around the hill where the temple is located, not just around the temple (Pradakshina is a form of showing obeisance wherein the devotee walks in a circle around the idol of the lord or around the temple, the house of the lord), As for the tourists, they can go walking simple to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Its Just 6 km away from Anant NiwasMalgund
Malgund village is the birthplace of the famous Marathi Poet Keshavsoot. This s
mall, yet beautiful village is frequented by visitors who come to take a look at the renovated and converted house of the poet, now a student's hostel. The Maratji "Sahitya Parishad" (Marathi Literature Society) has constructed a beautiful monument salled "Keshavsoot Smarak" in the memory of the great son-of-the soil. Its Just 4 km away from Anant Niwas on the way to Ganapatipule.Pawas
Pawas is naturally beautiful and serene. The place is also prominent for the ashram of Swami Swaroopanand (a spiritual leader who influenced an entire generation of Maharashtrians). A visit to the place is a journey through time.
Jaigad Fort
The legendary fort stands high and proud on the cliff with a spectacular view of the sea. The fort is at the entrance of the Sangameshwar river. Its Just 29 km away from Anant Niwas.
Karhateshwar
The tourist gets spellbound to see astonishing beauty of the nature surrounding Karhateshwar Devsthan. No one could anticipate how splendid the bounty of the nature would be there till he r
eaches the place. Karhateshwar Devsthan is situated in the village Nandiwade near the coastline 4 to 5 km from Jaigad. The temple is of wooden structure, built during the regime of Shilaharas. In the night, temple is closed for visitors. On the slopes of the hill by the side of seashore between the cuttings of the hill, water springs in small stream, throughout the year. This spring water is stored in two small tanks for bathing purpose. Even during winter the water is warm. One who takes bath gets fresh and energetic. Shri Narayanbhau Jog, a Ramdasi, has described the place in following words.The deity of Karhateshwar is installed at a beautiful lonely place, at whose feet the roaring sea is there for ever. Its Just 24 km away from Anant Niwas. Pracheen Konkan
Situated on the small hill, this is a unique museum showcasing the native konkani life and culture around 500 years back. A great concept spread over 3 and half acres leading you through a tunnel which serves as a time-cross over back to 5 centuries ago! It is a great educational tour! Its Just 7 km away from Anant Niwas.
How to Reach :
Anant NiwasNear Varavade,
Next to Kespuri School,
Reel Village, Ratnagiri.
Reel Village, Ratnagiri.
It is situated on the Malgund - Jaigad Road. Immediatey next to Varavade.
Ganapatipule - Malgund is 2 Km. Malgund - Varavade / Reel is 4 Km.
By Rail
On Konkan Railway Bhoke is 41 Kms. However the convenient railhead Ratnagiri is 51 Kms. Take the ST for Reel or Jaigad. If alighting at Ganapatipule, numerous Auto Rickshaws are available.
By Road
Mumbai - Reel is 380 Kms.
S. T. /Private Buses ply from Mumbai to Ganapatipule/Reel/Jaigad and Ratnagiri to Ganapatipule/Reel/Jaigad.
For Bookings & Tarriff Details, Please Contact:
Mr. Bharat Chavan : 9892576952 / 9833357602
