The Verandah in the Forest (Matheran, India): See 149 Hotel Reviews and 207 Photos

Also Known As:: The Verandah In The Forest Hotel Matheran; The Verandah In The Forest Hotel; The Verandah In Forest

Address: Barr House | Matheran, District Raigarh, Matheran 410102, India

Region: India > Maharashtra > Matheran

Amenities:

Business Centre Free Breakfast Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Suites

Hotel Style:

#1 Romantic Hotels in Matheran

#1 Family Hotels in Matheran

Price range (per night): $45 - $126

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: The paths once cleared by the British in the forests of Matheran, making it the last British hill station have acquired a new identity as the place where Bombay’s movers and shakers which include filmstars and businessmen come to spend a few quiet and peaceful days.Perched atop the Sahyadri ranges, Matheran is Asia’s only pedestrian hill resort. Chug up in a toy train, trot, or arrive in a palanquin, past gigantic mansions built by the British, the Parsis, and the Bohras. The Verandah in the Forest was the second house to be built on the isolated Western Ghats, by Captain Barr. Now, with every facility in place, it is reputed to be second to none! Indeed, the nobility of the proportions of The Verandah bring civilizational honour to the Sahyadri ranges. Lounge like never before in this verandah of your dreams. Read under the highest domestic ceiling you would have known in the salon – 12 metres/35 feet high. Stroll down to Charlotte Lake. Or take longer walks with a picnic basket. Relish the local cuisines. Heave your chest, muscle your calves, take all the oxygen back in your lungs. Link your planet with your own two feet.Find space for more space in your mind. Or lose yourself to find yourself anew.Long after you return, you will wonder who would have dared to sprawl out such a tree-home space in such spell-binding wilderness? ... more less

Gaurav P

Mumbai (Bombay), India

1 review

“Perfect for a Short Vacation”

Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Brilliant location (it truly is in the 'forest') make this a great place to stay. The staff is extremely helpful and the chef serves up delicious food. We specially liked the four course dinner served in the grand ballroom, with candle lights on a long community table. Old world charm at its best !

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Dear Guest, Thank you for your kind words about The Verandah in the Forest heritage hotel in Matheran. We are delighted to receive your feedback about the property. Your gracious compliments about the hospitality and the cuisine have been conveyed to the Chef and the entire team. The 28 Neemrana 'non- hotel' Hotels across India are instrumental in and custodians... More

Handylady777

Nashville, TN

Reviewer

5 reviews

5 hotel reviews

Reviews in 5 cities

9 helpful votes

“Total Relaxation In The Forest for Horse Lovers”

Reviewed 9 June 2013

I visited in May on my birthday for a "getaway" from hot Goa, and to ride horses. I didn't really expect such good horses and we had such a great time riding on the many safe trails around Matheran with no traffic. It was really dry at this time, and they suggested that we come back after the rainy season... More

Dear Guest, Thank you for your valuable review about The Verandah in the Forest heritage hotel in Matheran. We are pleased to learn that you had a comfortable stay in the Jahangir room. Your compliments about the warm hospitality have been conveyed to the Manager and the team. We have also conveyed your compliments about the cuisine to the Chef.... More

MTL1969

Europe

Top Contributor

96 reviews

86 hotel reviews

Reviews in 55 cities

224 helpful votes

“lovely setting”

Reviewed 8 June 2013

As many have commented, a fantastic property, in a fantastic location. We didn't bother with the rest of Matheran- just staying here was a pleasure. Our daughter loved the treehouse and garden- good for kids too. The reason why i didn't give it 5 stars are: - the confirmation email said 'call us from Neral to get help with porters... More

Dear Guest, Thank you for your valuable review about The Verandah in the Forest heritage hotel in Matheran. We are pleased to learn that your family had an enjoyable stay at the property. With reference to your feedback, the tariff page of the hotel website has detailed information about the arrival instructions and modes of transport. We have noted your... More

Nikitasha

Pune, India

Senior Reviewer

7 reviews

4 hotel reviews

Reviews in 4 cities

3 helpful votes

“Great for family reunion”

Reviewed 28 May 2013

We stayed for 1 night 2 days. Very quiet and very peaceful. The early morning tea with family facing the forest was amazing. There is nothing in particular as such but the whole experience gives you so much relaxation and peace. If you want to take a break and just relax and bond with the family, this is the right... More

Dear Guest, Thank you for your kind words about The Verandah in the Forest heritage hotel in Matheran. We are pleased to learn that you had a peaceful stay and were able to spend some quality time with your family. Your compliments about the cuisine have been conveyed to the Chef and his team. We thank you for your visit... More

indi_traveller07

10 reviews

9 hotel reviews

Reviews in 10 cities

5 helpful votes

“Truely Exceptional !”

Reviewed 16 May 2013

Heritage Hotels are a pride of Indian tourism and Neemrana Group has added another jewel to it by way of this one of its kind- The Verandah in the Forest. Its simple yet Majestic, its vintage yet Comfortable, and above all it provides a perfect feel of what a royal life in early nineteenth century India would have been…. After... More

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Dear Guest, Thank you for your kind words about The Verandah in the Forest heritage hotel in Matheran. It is guests like you that continue to reinforce our philosophy of putting new life into a dilapidated ruin as well as empowering local people to run their local heritage with pride. Your compliments about the ambience and the decor have been... More

Bhaskar2904

Navi Mumbai, India

1 helpful vote

“A quite and nice place with old charm”

Reviewed 5 May 2013

I stayed here on 29 April for 3D/2N. Its away from market and walk more when you enter matheran. Its a very quite pace and what i liked about this place. All rooms are unique in itself. I loved the juices here. And the candle light dinner was amazing as well. The view from Verandah of Prabhal was also good.... More

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Dear Guest, Thank you for your valuable review about The Verandah in the Forest heritage hotel in Matheran. We are pleased to read about your experience. This is exactly what we strive to achieve and it is always rewarding when someone at the receiving end can sense the effort and the love. We thank you for your visit and look... More

ninadsingh

“Old world charms relived”

Reviewed 23 April 2013

So you dont have a time machine but wish to go back into time to those charms of old world. When dinner meant a four-course meal served on a huge dining table surrounded by cup-boards filled with crockery. When horses used to be the only mode of transportation. When evening time meant sitting in the open with horizon in the... More

Dear Guest, Thank you for your kind review about The Verandah in the Forest heritage hotel in Matheran. We are delighted to read about your experience and have conveyed your compliments to the entire team at The Verandah. It is only the initiated traveller that is able to appreciate true authenticity and we are pleased to learn that you were... More

vishalpipraiya

Senior Contributor

22 reviews

18 hotel reviews

Reviews in 19 cities

“Time Machine for Old World Charm”

Reviewed 11 April 2013

If after over dosing on Jane Austen you have ever fantasized about living the victorian life, this is your chance. A 19th century British bungalow built by Captain Barr made more eclectic by the parsi's and bohri muslims who inhabited it later. The Ceiling of each room if was in Mumbai would fit three floors inside. Snuggled smack right in... More

Dear Guest, Thank you for your valuable review about The Verandah in the Forest heritage hotel in Matheran. It is heartening to learn that you had a comfortable stay in the Shankershet room. Your generous compliments about the cuisine have been conveyed to the Chef. We are pleased to learn that you savoured the natural Neemrana jams, which are made... More

Jean R

Scarborough, United Kingdom

3 reviews

Reviews in 2 cities

“Relaxing and quiet retreat”

After walking through the dust and noise of Matheran on a sunday, this beautiful old building was a very welcome and charming sight. The manager and staff were attentive and helpful; we particularly enjoyed the delicous afternoon teas and good range of reading matter provided. Our evening meal was also delicious, but of course we were enticed by the lovely... More

Dear Guest, Thank you for your kind words about The Verandah in the Forest heritage hotel in Matheran. We are delighted to read about your experience. This is exactly what we strive to achieve. Your compliments about the dinner have been conveyed to the Chef. We thank you for your patronage to The Verandah in the Forest and the Neemrana... More

pmsankhe

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Contributor

11 reviews

6 hotel reviews

Reviews in 6 cities

“Stunning”

Reviewed 10 April 2013

if ever you want to feel like a governor, albeit a british one, head straight to the Verandah in the forest. this used to be the summer residence of governor of mumbai and still retains a lot its old world charm. run excellently by the neemrana group, everything from the four post beds to the long wooden table add to... More

Dear Guest, Thank you for your warm and appreciative review about The Verandah in the Forest heritage hotel in Matheran. Your compliments about the decor have been conveyed to the Co-Chairmen. We have also conveyed your gracious compliments about the hospitality to the entire team at Matheran. We thank you for your visit and look forward to welcoming you back... More

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