Want a break from the city without a long drive? Karjat is the easiest weekend getaway near Mumbai. It’s full of farmhouses and villas on rent with private pools, mango orchards and views of the Sahyadri hills. It works for a one-day picnic, a birthday party or a peaceful family overnight stay.
🌿 Karjat at a glance
From Mumbai: about 65 km, roughly 2 hours by road
By train: Central Railway local trains run directly to Karjat station
Best time: all year; the monsoon is spectacular
Best for: day picnics, budget group stays, birthdays, corporate day-outs
Why choose a farmhouse in Karjat?
Closest to Mumbai: you’ll spend less time travelling and more time relaxing.
Budget-friendly: Karjat farmhouses are often more affordable than Alibaug or Lonavala villas.
Day-use packages: many farmhouses offer day-picnic bookings with a pool and lunch.
Nature all around: rivers, waterfalls, fields and forts on every side.
Karjat farmhouses are surrounded by the Sahyadri mountains.
Top things to do near Karjat
Kondana Caves: ancient Buddhist caves on a short, scenic trek
Peth Fort (Kothaligad): a popular overnight trek with great views
Monsoon waterfalls: the hills around Karjat come alive with falls in the rains
Ulhas River: riverside walks and picnics
Farm experiences: fresh produce, mango orchards in season and bullock-cart rides at some farms
Long lunches with friends: the best part of a farmhouse day.
Day picnic or overnight stay?
Day picnic
Overnight stay
Good for
Office outings, kids’ parties
Families, friend groups
Typical timing
Morning to evening
Afternoon check-in to next-day check-out
Experience
Pool, lunch, games
Bonfire, barbecue, stargazing
Tips for booking a farmhouse on rent in Karjat
Confirm whether the price is for the whole farmhouse or per person.
Ask about pool hygiene and pool timings.
Check whether food is included, and whether you can bring your own or must order from the caretaker.
Find out how far the property is from Karjat station if you’re travelling by train.
Book weekdays for the best rates and a quieter stay.
Find a Karjat farmhouse or villa
Private pools, green lawns and easy access from Mumbai.
