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Chandigarh: Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a Tree of Life resort in Panheli, Raigad, Maharashtra. This marks a conversion project aimed at capturing the growing demand for quick, drivable leisure escapes near major metropolitan cities.
🏞️ Strategic Location and Brand Ethos
Panheli, nestled amidst the picturesque Sahyadri hills, is emerging as a sought-after getaway for travelers from Mumbai and Pune.
Ms. Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development, IHCL, highlighted the strategy: “Panheli is poised for significant growth… The region’s natural beauty makes it an ideal location for a quick leisure escape, in line with the ethos of expanding the brand’s presence in drivable destinations.”
The resort, named Tree of Life AeroVillage Panheli, features a standout amenity: a private airstrip. This unique addition allows guests to arrive via a short 30-minute chartered flight from Mumbai or Pune, transforming accessibility.
✨ Resort Amenities and Offerings
The Tree of Life AeroVillage Panheli will feature:
- Accommodation: 28 elegantly designed guest rooms and suites.
- Dining: An all-day dining restaurant and bar, with curated riverside dining experiences set alongside a perennial river stream that flows through the property.
- Events: A spacious banqueting space of over 5,000 sq. ft., suitable for intimate gatherings and celebrations.
- Recreation: A host of activities including:
- Nature treks and trails through the Sahyadris.
- A 9-hole golf course.
- A 20-seater private theatre.
- A multi-sport stadium catering to cricket, football, and pickleball.
Mr. Prabhat Jha, the project partner, expressed his delight, stating, “This collaboration will help us elevate the destination’s appeal to discerning travellers.”
🗺️ Destination Highlights
The Panheli region itself is a hidden gem surrounded by the lush Sahyadri range, offering a rich tapestry of natural beauty and historical sites within driving distance, including:
- The historic Murud Janjira Fort and Raigad Fort.
- The Wanjloshi Dam and Deoghar Waterfalls.
- The pristine white sand beaches of Diveagar and Shrivardhan.
- The ancient Gandharpale Buddhist Caves in Mahad.
With the addition of this resort, IHCL solidifies its significant presence in the state, bringing its total portfolio to 54 hotels across Maharashtra, including 27 currently under development.
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Source: IHCL Cop. Com.
