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A secret farm getaway that’s only 60 minutes from Mumbai: The Roots Farm Review

August 11, 2019 by Khushboo 25 Comments

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Weekend Getaway from Mumbai
The Roots Farm: The Perfect Weekend Getaway from Mumbai

We travel in search of tranquility, to give our weary limbs a chance to rejuvenate, to spend time doing nothing, sample new cuisines and to take a break from our daily routines. The Roots Farm, Panvel offers you all this and more. Located 60 minutes away from the city, The Roots Farm, Panvel is an ideal weekend getaway from Mumbai. Let’s dive into why you should visit this beautiful farm stay near Mumbai.

To be closer to nature on your weekend getaway from Mumbai

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Be one with Nature at The Roots Farm one of the best places to visit near Mumbai

The Roots Farm is surrounded by 14 acres of lush farmland and greenery. Chirping bird calls will wake you up in the morning, the musical drizzle of the rains will lull you into an afternoon nap and the cows will moo at you in delight when you pay them a visit. You can feed the ducks, sit by the serene Koi pond or just walk barefoot on the grass. You are surrounded by nature at The Roots Farm. This is an ideal place to end your weekend drive from Mumbai as the route is very scenic.

Monsoon Magic

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Monsoons are magical at this gorgeous weekend getaway from Mumbai

Getting wet in the rains, jumping at the first sound of thunder, sipping on some filter coffee or chai if you please and not caring about those extra calories as you eat yet another plate of pakoras with aam ki chutney.

Monsoons at The Roots Farm are truly magical and this makes it one of the ideal weekend stays near Mumbai.

My family and other animals

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Play with friendly animals at The Roots Farm

Goats are very mischievous
Cows have beautiful eyes.
Hens can be very haughty
And quails are tiny in size
 

Ducks love eating bread
And so, do rabbits
Though overfeeding them
Is not a good habit
 

Fishes in Koi ponds
Are surprisingly not very coy
When you are playing with the animals at The Roots Farm
Your heart will be full of joy

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Feed the cows at the Roots Farm, a beautiful farmstay near Mumbai for the entire family

For somebody who has never experienced farm life, The Roots Farm is an ideal destination for the entire family. You will enjoy your 2 days getaway from Mumbai and return rejuvenated to your life.

Relive Kerala memories

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The gorgeous interiors will remind you of Kerala!

The architecture and the interior design of the farm is homely and reminiscent of Kerala. You have a fountain bubbling at the entrance, wooden elephants that will greet you, food being served on a gorgeous wooden Kerala boat and so many other elements that will take you back to God’s Own Country.

Your homely abode during your weekend getaway from Mumbai 

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The beautiful rooms are ideal for the entire family.

The Roots Farm has spacious rooms with beautiful interiors. A maximum of 4 people can stay in each room. They have free Wi-Fi, a great TV (though I am sure you won’t use it) and other essentials that you may require.

Best farm stay near Mumbai

They have Biotique toiletries which are made of organic ingredients available for the guests.

Best farm stay near Mumbai

I loved how the interiors were done up especially the presence of elephant themed cushion covers. Who doesn’t love elephants?

They have two kinds of rooms, one for larger families and one hotel-style room that is more suitable for couples.

For more information on pricing, please visit their official website: http://www.theroots.farm/

Soulful meals

Love is the sole ingredient that can turn regular food into a feast of a lifetime. At the Roots Cafe, you will definitely feast like a queen. From North Indian meals to South India thalis, every meal at the Roots Farm is vegetarian, is prepared with the farm-fresh ingredients and is served with love. From the unique curry leaf dosa for breakfast, Rasam and rice for lunch, Kaju Curry and pulao for dinner and freshly made Kharvas for dessert, you will be served most delicious meals throughout your stay. You will be spoilt for choice and can make special requests which the staff try their best to fulfill.

Prepare to put on a few kilos as none of the staff members will allow you to leave without second and third helpings.

The gorgeous 360-degree viewing deck  

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The Hangout has gorgeous views of the entire property!

If you want to enjoy elevated panoramic views of the Roots Farm, they have a special 360-degree viewing deck. You can sit back, relax and let the breeze play with your hair as your eyes feast on the beauty in front of your eyes. This is also a lovely picnic spot near Mumbai.

Pure Family fun

Apart from enjoying the farm life, there are a host of other activities you can enjoy at The Roots Farm. You can play cricket, badminton, chess, carrom and many other games. If you fancy reading a book, feel free to check their mini library or play their Karaoke system to sing your favourite songs.

Relax your senses during your weekend getaway from Mumbai 

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Monsoons make the Roots Farm come alive with lush greenery

Staying at The Roots Farm gives you the opportunity to relax all your five senses. You will notice an 8 shaped walking path around the grass area. According to Siddha principles, walking on a pathway like this is good for your body.

While they don’t have a spa, you can make an appointment for massages at a wellness centre just two minutes from the Farm. The staff will be happy to make the arrangements for you. The Roots Farm is an offbeat tourist place near Mumbai for the entire family.

Try everything once!

Activities at The Roots Farm

Or simply do NOTHING!

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Our daily lives are so frantic that sometimes it is important to just slow down and do nothing. The Roots Farm is perfect for that. You can sit in your balcony and enjoy the gorgeous hills in front of your eyes, you can lie down and read your favorite book or simply take a nap.

The Roots Farm philosophy

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During our visit, we were fortunate to meet R. Mohan the founder of the Roots Farm and his entire family who are some of the warmest people you will ever meet. In addition to making us feel welcome, they went out of their way to be hospitable and kind. We had the opportunity to chat with Mr. R. Mohan on his philosophy. He began by talking about the importance of organic food and healthy living being the prerequisite of a happy life. He firmly believes that everybody should be treated with love, care and kindness. Going beyond his guests, he extends the same principles to all the animals in the farm.

The farm boasts of Vedic Indian desi Gir cows which are famed for their A2 milk. The cows listen to classical music because happy animals give healthy yields.

Return with healthy souvenirs

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The Roots Farm is certified under India’s National Programme for Organic Production Standards. You can also buy fresh organic farm vegetables and fruits, A2 milk, Vedic A2 ghee, butter, quails eggs, Kedarnath chicken eggs and other farm produce. Isn’t it a perfect souvenir to return with from your weekend getaway near Mumbai?

Quick tips for your visit to The Roots Farm

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  • The Roots Farm is located at Morbe Village, Panvel which is around 30 kms from Vashi (Navi Mumbai), around 45 kms from Bandra Kurla Complex BKC (Mumbai). It’s close proximity to the Mumbai, makes it a perfect weekend destination from the Maximum city. Google Maps location: https://goo.gl/maps/BwzCEGkrXFK2
  • You can drive on your own or even use public transport. You can take the train to Panvel Railway station and hire an auto to the farm.
  • Carry comfortable clothes and sturdy shoes if you want to fully enjoy the farm life
  • Don’t forget to take an umbrella or raincoats during the monsoons. You will definitely need it.
  • Do not litter or throw plastic around. Also, do not pluck flowers, grass or tease the animals
  • The Farm does not have room service or a la carte meals. However, you will be spoilt for choice. The food is excellent and you will love the hospitality
  • Since it is located in a rural location, you might face electricity issues. However, they have a power back up which kicks in a matter of seconds. All rooms are provided emergency lights
  • You may not get good network but trust me, it will be good to take a break from your phone
  • The Roots Farm has Wi-Fi at good speeds but it’s better to take a break and enjoy your time here
  • The Roots Farm is also an ideal picnic spot near Mumbai as they have day packages that you can opt for. Do have a look at their website for further details.

What’s nearby The Roots Farm

The Roots Farm is a perfect weekend destination from Mumbai on its own but if you are feeling adventurous, you can have a look at the different places to visit near Mumbai. These are located very close to the Roots Farm.

  • Morbe Dam which is a few kilometers and is a great place to walk around and enjoy the view
  • Karnala Fort and Karnala Bird Sanctuary which is around 30 km from the Farm. It is a lovely place for easy treks near Mumbai
  • Dhodhani Waterfalls is about 18 km from The Roots Farm and is a great place if you are on the lookout for a weekend picnic spot near Mumbai. On some weekends, there are tour operators that offer rappelling, too.
  • Gadeshwar Dam which is about 20 km away is a beautiful picnic spot near Mumbai and Panvel.

What makes the Roots Farm a perfect weekend getaway from Mumbai?

The Roots Farm is a place where you can let go of your daily grind and take a break you truly deserve. It’s a perfect place to spend time with your family or just with yourself. You can read the book you have always been meaning to, Netflix and Chill if you wish or be struck by the sudden urge to write bad poems like me. 🙂

It’s a place full of sunshine, joy and everything nice. When do you plan to visit The Roots Farm for a perfect weekend getaway from Mumbai?

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  1. Saarah says

    August 11, 2019 at 7:09 pm

    I can’t think of a better and a more beautiful place to unwind and it makes for a perfect weekend gateway the location is just so scenic and beautiful

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  2. Anita Singh says

    August 11, 2019 at 8:49 pm

    Wow, main city se itni paas itni sukun se bhari jagah, maza aa gaya, teriff thoda jyada laga per isme hi sab meals n facilities bhi include hain na ??
    Dil khush ho gaya

    Reply
  3. Michael says

    August 12, 2019 at 5:36 am

    Wow. India is flexing its muscles. Did not know the country has many great spots to visit. Hopefully it can be preserved as time goes by.

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  4. Gervin Khan says

    August 12, 2019 at 8:55 am

    I have never been in that place but I can say that it was a beautiful place to visit and it feel so relaxing to be there.

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  5. Jeannette (Jay Joy) says

    August 12, 2019 at 9:26 am

    I absolutely love the clean, neat, spacious rooms with beautiful interiors. The coral and charcoal colors are amazing.

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  6. Emily Fata says

    August 12, 2019 at 12:49 pm

    I’ve never been to The Roots Farm before, but it looks like such an amazing experience. Maybe I’ll be able to get there and see it for myself one day (I hope I do)!

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  7. Krysten Quiles says

    August 12, 2019 at 1:19 pm

    Sigh this looks absolutely amazing. I would love ot be able to do this someday. Thanks for sharing, your pictures are beautiful..

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  8. Anahita Irani says

    August 12, 2019 at 1:29 pm

    Such a tranquil and food place. The spacious rooms and greenery really attracts me to visit.

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  9. Karthika says

    August 12, 2019 at 2:48 pm

    I love places where you can DO NOTHING. I know I love going around and exploring stuff but I also like vacays that allow you to laze around and just DO NOTHING.

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  10. Noor Anand Chawla says

    August 12, 2019 at 3:20 pm

    This place looks simply amazing! I will share it with my family in Mumbai!

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  11. Jos Puthenveetil says

    August 12, 2019 at 5:33 pm

    Wonderful !!! An excellent getaway place away from city life to nature.
    Will share with our friends and family living in Mumbai. Would love to visit this tranquil farm 🙂

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  12. Farah Al Zadjaly says

    August 12, 2019 at 6:21 pm

    Its so beautiful, calming and definitely worth a visit. I am falling in love with all the greenery.

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  13. Crystal says

    August 12, 2019 at 8:30 pm

    Wow! This looks incredibly therapeutic! I could definitely use a getaway like this, and like yesterday!

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  14. Sanjay says

    August 13, 2019 at 12:08 am

    The place looks so serene and lovely to spend some quality time in tranquil bliss

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  15. tweenselmom says

    August 13, 2019 at 3:39 am

    That’s a beautiful secret farm. The place is simple and yet there’s a serene vibe looking at it.

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  16. Miljana says

    August 13, 2019 at 9:30 am

    It’s a gorgeous farm! I would love to get my kid to see these!

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  17. David Elliott says

    August 13, 2019 at 12:23 pm

    It is such an amazing place to stay at there. I really do love the view you have. And being around animals is always a good thing I think.

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  18. Rahul Prabhakar says

    August 13, 2019 at 2:16 pm

    The Roots Farm looks like the perfect weekend getaway for Mumbaikars … Can’t wait to visit them with my entire family in tow. The little ones will surely appreciate playing with the animals 🙂

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  19. Mrinal Kiran says

    August 13, 2019 at 3:53 pm

    Wow. I love greenery and nature… And kerala is my favorite state in India… This farm looks perfect to go, relax and spend some quality time with family.. Thank you for sharing!

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  20. Sapna says

    August 14, 2019 at 1:50 am

    It’s so serene!. I love these lush green pics and the beautiful view. It is wonderful they serve organic meals and have a farm where one can learn so many different things.

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  21. Gurjeet Chhabra says

    August 14, 2019 at 6:06 am

    It looked like a great farm and and take you near the nature and leaving behind busy the city life

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  22. Bindu Thomas says

    August 14, 2019 at 7:26 am

    What a beautiful place. Its unbelievable there is something like this so near to Mumbai.

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  23. Danielle says

    August 14, 2019 at 11:43 pm

    This place looks so nice and relaxing. Would love to visit one day!

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  24. Surekha says

    August 15, 2019 at 3:44 am

    Such a great place to visit, so relaxing and peaceful… The best part it is so close to Mumbai and is a perfect place for a family holiday. I would definitely add this to my bucket list!

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  25. Becca Talbot says

    August 15, 2019 at 1:54 pm

    I’ve never been here, but I definitely want to go in the future 🙂 thanks for a comprehensive guide and lots of information x

    Reply

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