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One of the nearest homestays to the beach and five km from the cultural capital of Goa, Margao, this is a unique example of a beautiful home with the most affable hosts.

The five guest rooms are bright and breezy, and the wonderful home-cooked food is usually served al fresco. About 5 kilometers west of the 'the cultural capital of Goa'- Margao, lies the charming Homestay called Stain Glass Cottage. The Dabolim airport, Goa's only airport, is hardly a 30- minute drive from here.

The Old-Goa Portuguese style bungalow that the host, Maria and her husband Antonia built for themselves is furnished with teak-wood interiors, built-in wardrobes and Four-Poster beds. The Portuguese styled roofing with a high ceiling ensures natural ventilation and lets in plenty of the sea breeze.

The Homestay offers 3 air-conditioned and 2 non air-conditioned rooms for the guests. Along with, comes a large living room, a dining room with patio, a large courtyard and a bar. Colva which happens to be the longest beach in Goa is hardly 3 kilometers from here.

Adventure buffs can take a banana boat ride or go jet skiing and parasailing here. Margao which has an old-worldly charm about it because of its colonial bungalows and Portuguese churches is only 5 kilometers from here. Those looking for a laidback holiday in Goa with a dose of the warm hospitality of a gracious host like Maria Vaz are sure to find Stain Glass Cottage to their liking.

No. of rooms: 5 rooms

Perfect for: Couples, honeymooners, families

Unique experiences: Bike ride to Colva beach (the largest beach in Goa) / Trips to Margao.