House in Mumbai

ianstanley · Sep 2nd, 2009, 18:34

Hi,

I am considering an opportunity in Mumbai on an expat basis. The office is most likely in Powai.

Is it possible to find a decent house with garden etc remotely close to Powai. I have a budget of 2-2.5 Lakh for rent each month but cannot find anything other than apartments.

We come from the north of scotland and like a bit of space. We also have 4 cats that would expect some sort of access to the outside, even if it has to be enclosed. I dont think the 11th floor would do this.

are houses available, or do we resign ourselves to apartments only.

thanks in advance

Ian

gopi · Sep 2nd, 2009, 18:42

you can try royal palms in aarey colony.. i guess they might have independent villas! not sure though.

this place is very near to powai as well.

Hemmie · Sep 2nd, 2009, 20:19

Hiranandani gardens has a few 'bugalows', row-houses really. Small though, max. 3 bedrooms I think, so you could get a bigger apartment with your budget. garden space is limited, although I was in a corner house once which had a bit more. Mention Eden Bungalows to you real estate agent.

Raghu.Kumar · Sep 2nd, 2009, 20:49

Hi Stanley,

Welcome to India, Mumbai. As rightly mentioned by Hemmie, there are small villas within Hiranandani Gardens, closer to the Hiranandani school. You can very well get it for your budget. In some houses, there would be backyards, a terrace garden etc, which would definitely be better than the high storey apartments.

When are you coming for your look see visit ?

Raghu

Quote:

Originally Posted by ianstanley

Hi,

I am considering an opportunity in Mumbai on an expat basis. The office is most likely in Powai.

Is it possible to find a decent house with garden etc remotely close to Powai. I have a budget of 2-2.5 Lakh for rent each month but cannot find anything other than apartments.

We come from the north of scotland and like a bit of space. We also have 4 cats that would expect some sort of access to the outside, even if it has to be enclosed. I dont think the 11th floor would do this.

are houses available, or do we resign ourselves to apartments only.

thanks in advance

Ian

Hey Ram · Sep 10th, 2009, 16:47

Quote:

Originally Posted by ianstanley

Hi,

I am considering an opportunity in Mumbai on an expat basis. The office is most likely in Powai.

Is it possible to find a decent house with garden etc remotely close to Powai. I have a budget of 2-2.5 Lakh for rent each month but cannot find anything other than apartments.

We come from the north of scotland and like a bit of space. We also have 4 cats that would expect some sort of access to the outside, even if it has to be enclosed. I dont think the 11th floor would do this.

are houses available, or do we resign ourselves to apartments only.

thanks in advance

Ian

Hi Ian
welcome to mumbai
there is a cluster of rowhouses ( semi independent ) in hiranadani called Eden Bungalows
a gated community with 20 odd rowhouses that offer you better independence than an apartment. though the room sizes are not very spacious, they compensate in terms of open spaces, a small garden, and terrace
Do let me know if you need any assistance
Ram

Shiv.Godi · Sep 10th, 2009, 17:03

Hey Ragu,

I met you in Vasanh Bhavan in Chennnai once, good to see you have ideas about Mumbai, I am planning a short visit to Mumbai, any idea where I can lodge close to airport.

Thanks,
Shiv

Raghu.Kumar · Sep 11th, 2009, 21:45

Hi Shiv,

great to see ur message, actually its by chance I saw ur message, as i am logging in after after ages due to personal reasons. When are you planning to go to Mumbai and what would be your approximate budget ?

Even, if the budget is less there are numerous budget hotels, if your stay is brief. Then there is the Royal Palms, serviced apartments closer to Goregon.

Raghu

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shiv.Godi

Hey Ragu,

I met you in Vasanh Bhavan in Chennnai once, good to see you have ideas about Mumbai, I am planning a short visit to Mumbai, any idea where I can lodge close to airport.

Thanks,
Shiv

Shiv.Godi · Sep 14th, 2009, 11:53

Hey Raghu,

Thanks... Well my budget would be about 1000rs to 2000rs. Would some accomodation be available at that price?
Are you based out in Mumbai?

Shiv

heidel · Oct 1st, 2009, 04:32

My husband and I are relocating to Mumbai also. He will be working in Thane- Are apartments all that are available? We are from Texas and like Ian - would like a bit of space. We would prefer outside garden space over inside room space. Does anyone have any ideas? also - has anyone relocated a dog to Mumbai?
Patricia

Elles Hooft · Oct 1st, 2009, 13:18

Hi Heidel We are in the process of relocating with 4 kids and still considering to take our dog. We have are being helped by Brannigan Relocation and they have been very helpfull. We have found a very nice appartment with a lot of space (even with 4 kids) and a terrace in a relatively quiet neighbourhood. So it is possible to find such places. We have looked at many different places also independent bungalows but in the end we prefer to live in this apprtment building. Good luck with all the preperations, Elles

heidel · Oct 7th, 2009, 22:19

Ms. Hooft,
Thanks for the info. I will give them a call and see if they have something we can use. Are they helping you with the dog also?I have heard stories that the problem is not when you get there - but getting there.

Patricia

Karina83 · Oct 7th, 2009, 22:38

Hello Raghu,
I wanted to call you but I lost your number.
Well, is there anybody here looking for a flatmate or hknow anything about pg in mumbai. I am now like crazy looking for a place to move as soon as possible.
Please, do contact me if you know anything
thank youuu

Elles Hooft · Oct 8th, 2009, 13:26

Dear Heidel When we were there 2 weeks ago I have been talking to them too about bringing our dog. They can advise you on this too. By the way we decided against it since our dog will be 11 next month and I do not want to put her through this. Good luck with everything, Elles

Raghu.Kumar · Oct 8th, 2009, 20:18

Hi Karima,

I have sent an mail to your hotmail account. Lets chat up tomorrow.

Raghu

Quote:

Originally Posted by Karina83

Hello Raghu,
I wanted to call you but I lost your number.
Well, is there anybody here looking for a flatmate or hknow anything about pg in mumbai. I am now like crazy looking for a place to move as soon as possible.
Please, do contact me if you know anything
thank youuu

Karina83 · Oct 9th, 2009, 16:11

Raghu my friend.
I have just seen your post...I have your number now....talk to you later

Shukriya

Sep 2nd, 2009, 18:34	#1
ianstanley Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: UK Posts: 1	House in Mumbai Hi, I am considering an opportunity in Mumbai on an expat basis. The office is most likely in Powai. Is it possible to find a decent house with garden etc remotely close to Powai. I have a budget of 2-2.5 Lakh for rent each month but cannot find anything other than apartments. We come from the north of scotland and like a bit of space. We also have 4 cats that would expect some sort of access to the outside, even if it has to be enclosed. I dont think the 11th floor would do this. are houses available, or do we resign ourselves to apartments only. thanks in advance Ian

Sep 10th, 2009, 17:03	#6
Shiv.Godi Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Chennai Posts: 76	Hey Ragu, I met you in Vasanh Bhavan in Chennnai once, good to see you have ideas about Mumbai, I am planning a short visit to Mumbai, any idea where I can lodge close to airport. Thanks, Shiv __________________ It is what it is !

Oct 1st, 2009, 13:18	#10
Elles Hooft Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Prague Posts: 17	Hi Heidel We are in the process of relocating with 4 kids and still considering to take our dog. We have are being helped by Brannigan Relocation and they have been very helpfull. We have found a very nice appartment with a lot of space (even with 4 kids) and a terrace in a relatively quiet neighbourhood. So it is possible to find such places. We have looked at many different places also independent bungalows but in the end we prefer to live in this apprtment building. Good luck with all the preperations, Elles Last edited by Elles Hooft : Oct 1st, 2009 at 13:19. Reason: wrong name

Oct 7th, 2009, 22:19	#11
heidel Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Fort worth tx Posts: 2	apts Ms. Hooft, Thanks for the info. I will give them a call and see if they have something we can use. Are they helping you with the dog also?I have heard stories that the problem is not when you get there - but getting there. Patricia

Oct 7th, 2009, 22:38	#12
Karina83 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 128	Hello Raghu, I wanted to call you but I lost your number. Well, is there anybody here looking for a flatmate or hknow anything about pg in mumbai. I am now like crazy looking for a place to move as soon as possible. Please, do contact me if you know anything thank youuu __________________ Kabhi alvida na Kehna

Sep 2nd, 2009, 18:42	#2
gopi Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 14	you can try royal palms in aarey colony.. i guess they might have independent villas! not sure though. this place is very near to powai as well.

Sep 2nd, 2009, 20:19	#3
Hemmie Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 69	Hiranandani gardens has a few 'bugalows', row-houses really. Small though, max. 3 bedrooms I think, so you could get a bigger apartment with your budget. garden space is limited, although I was in a corner house once which had a bit more. Mention Eden Bungalows to you real estate agent.

Sep 14th, 2009, 11:53	#8
Shiv.Godi Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Chennai Posts: 76	Hey Raghu, Thanks... Well my budget would be about 1000rs to 2000rs. Would some accomodation be available at that price? Are you based out in Mumbai? Shiv

Oct 1st, 2009, 04:32	#9
heidel Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Fort worth tx Posts: 2	My husband and I are relocating to Mumbai also. He will be working in Thane- Are apartments all that are available? We are from Texas and like Ian - would like a bit of space. We would prefer outside garden space over inside room space. Does anyone have any ideas? also - has anyone relocated a dog to Mumbai? Patricia

Oct 8th, 2009, 13:26	#13
Elles Hooft Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Prague Posts: 17	Dear Heidel When we were there 2 weeks ago I have been talking to them too about bringing our dog. They can advise you on this too. By the way we decided against it since our dog will be 11 next month and I do not want to put her through this. Good luck with everything, Elles

Oct 9th, 2009, 16:11	#15
Karina83 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 128	Raghu my friend. I have just seen your post...I have your number now....talk to you later Shukriya

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