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JenJon Karjat Resort is in the heart of the beautiful landscape of Karjat in the westerly state of Maharashtra. It is part of a 41-acre gated community, and we have many stay options for families, friends, corporates, couples, and any other groups. We have large villas, twin-villas, and independent chalets – all located in the same premises, thus offering our guests to choose from the type of villas that suits their needs. Guests visiting Karjat could choose from the accommodation as per their group size, budget and other requirements.

Common to all the guests are the box-cricket facility, the volley-ball court, the badminton court, the single-hoop basketball court, an adjoining river, the JenJon Farm, the forest close-by and much more

The JenJon Farm has thick foliage of Mango, Neem, Gauva, Lime, Jack-fruit, Almond and other trees apart from various other medicinal shrubs. A fist pond and a chicken-coop adds to the excitement of being at the property. Barbeque, Camp-Fire, River-side revelries and more could be planned here.

Karjat is one of the most famous weekend holiday destinations near Mumbai. Karjat is well known for its scenic natural panoramas, huge mountains, ancient caves, temples and forts. This beautiful and small city is just 85 kms away from Mumbai and is has grown to be the most popular weekend destination due its proximity to Mumbai. One and a half hour’s drive from Mumbai’s metropolitan hustle, bustle and chaos will take one to the serene, enamouring and encompassing beauty of Karjat, a scenic weekend destination neatly tucked right in between the Western Ghats and the coastal Deccan plains.

Given its unique topographical location, JenJon Karjat Resort provides a bountiful of panoramic and picturesque views of mountains, seasonal waterfalls, lush green forests, and many other natural attractions. The climate is favourable and comprehensive through all seasons, which aids the local farmers in cultivating the highest and optimal quality of vegetation.
Karjat is just 1.5 hours drive away from Mumbai. Local Trains from Mumbai are available to Karjat which is a strategically located railway hub as well as a popular getaway destination. Our guests would live the abundant life in nature’s paradise and be free from traffic jams and the stress of daily life in a bustling city.

By Air :
The airport at Pune is nearest to Panchgani at a distance of 98km.

By Rail :
Pune is a popular railway station for tourists who wish to visit Panchgani. Though the railway station nearest to happens to be at Wathar. Panchgani is well linked with Mumbai and Pune through road.

By Road :
Less than 100 kms from Pune and 266 kms from Mumbai, the nearest hill station to Panchgani is Mahabaleshwar.

Wai, the temple town, is enroute and a good stop-over if you feel like exploring a rustic township. From Mumbai to Panchgani you can either take the NH 17 or take the route via Pune, it will be slightly longer – however better roads will ensure a shorter driving time!

Best Route from Mumbai to Panchgani
Panvel – Rohe – Mahad – Poladpur – Mahabaleshwar – Panchgani
Best Route from Pune to Panchgani
Pune – Surur – Wai – Panchgani
Best Route from Kolhapur to Panchgani
Kolhapur – Karad – Satara – Wai – Panchgani

Distance from Cities :
Pune to Panchgani – 100 kms
Mumbai to Panchgani – 250 kms
Kolhapur to Panchgani – 170 kms
Nagpur to Panchgani – 820 kms
Ahm’bad to Panchgani – 770 kms
B’lore to Panchgani – 800 km

Only sixteen kms from Mahabaleshwar, is the beautiful hillstation of Panchgani – also called the “Mecca of Maharashtra”. Panchgani is christened based on “Panch” as it is surrounded by five hills of Sahyadri, and “Gani” meaning settlement. This all-season hill station elevated at 1305 meters above sea level and having an area of 6 sq. km is located east of Mahabaleshwar on Mahabaleswea -Wai road.

Located far away from the bustling city of Mumbai and Pune, Panchgani promises its visitors a trip they could cherish for life. It was discovered by the British as an ideal summer resort. The climate here remains stable and pleasant throughout the year and the place pulsates with greenery and captivating scenic beauty and the environment is pristine and uncontaminated. One can enjoy the spectacular view of Krishna River, which accompanies you all the way through, until you reach Panchgani. The lush green scenery, fresh air and view of the Krishna River are simply breathtaking. Also adding to the overall charm, Panchgani is dotted with a number of cottages, build in the colonial style. You can also spot various buildings of British architecture……

Lavasa claims to be free India’s first hill city and is located in the striking landscape of the Sahayadri Mountains, set amidst 7 hills and 60 kilometers of lakefront. Just a three hour drive from Mumbai and an hour’s drive from Pune, the city is proposed to be one fourth the size of Mumbai.

Lavasa claims that its Master Plan is said to based on the ethics of new urbanism that fetches collectively, all the gears vital to daily life in a more organized manner, accordingly creating spaces within walking distance from each other. It claims many firsts to its credit – technology leadership, e-governance; the first Indian city developed using Geographical Information System (GIS), use of bio-mimicry as a science in town planning and use of innovative techniques like hydro seeding in environment management. Lavasa claims that its infrastructure will of higher standards than that of other Indian cities, and would offer a cosmopolitan culture and a unique combination of modernity and tranquility.