The Lake Retreat & Forest Living
A: The infrastructure in Pawna is fully developed with proper network of Tar and Concrete roads right up to The Forest Reserve, and you can drive easily from both Mumbai and Pune.
From Pune
The Forest Reserve, Pawna is located 1.5 hours from Pune city centre. We are located just 4km ahead of the Hilton Shillim Estate Retreat.
From Mumbai
2.5 Hours from Mumbai city centre. We are located just 7 km ahead from the Machhan Resort and 4km before The Hilton Shillim Estate Retreat
A: There are 2 easy routes:
From Pune
a. PAUD ROAD (55km from Shivaji Nagar – 1.5 hours driving time)
Pune -> NDA Pashan Rd -> Sus Road -> Mulkhed Rd -> Gotawade Gaon Phata -> Kolwan – Paud Rd -> Hadashi Lake -> Tikona farms -> Jovan – Tungi Road -> The Forest Reserve.
b. Old Mumbai – Pune Highway (75 km from Shivaji Nagar – 1 Hour and 50 minutes driving time)
Pune –> Pimpri chinchwad –> Kamshet –> Pawnanagar –> The Forest Reserve
From Mumbai
There are 2 easy routes:
a. Aamby Valley Road (73 Kms from Panvel – 1 Hour and 40 minutes driving time)
Mumbai – Pune Expressway -> Lonavala (Kumar Resort) -> Aamby Valley Road -> Turn left on Jovan – Tungi Road (towards Macchan)
b. Old Mumbai – Pune Highway (103 km from Panvel – 2 Hour and 10 minutes driving time)
Mumbai – Pune Expressway –> Lonavala (Old Mumbai-Pune highway) –> Kamshet –> Pawananagar –> The Forest Reserve
A: The nearest point to the Pawna lake is just 1.7km from the Forest Reserve.
A: The Forest Reserve is located just across the Ridge from Aamby Valley City. The Aerial distance is just 400m between Aamby Valley and The Forest Reserve.
However, the driving distance is 17km as you have to drive around the entire ridge.
(Attach image showing 400m Aerial distance + Road around the ridge)
A: Non-agriculture plot projects is more of urbanization in the form of matchbox style plots which leaves little to no scope for enjoying the property. We’ve addressed all issues related to typical NA plots with the innovative Ecocofarmplots.
Here’s a comparative between NA plots and EcocoFarmplots (link)
A: Managed farmplots offers solutions to many problems associated with owning a land. Here, a farm plot is owned by you but is cared for by a team of handpicked professional team by Ecoco. This makes owning farm plots hassle-free while ensuring sustainable management of not just your plot but the entire ecosystem. All the activities in the Forest Reserve are monitored and real-time updates are available through our digital app real time. The gated community is secure and offers a safe haven for like-minded people.
A: You will be able to enjoy your Forest living experience from today. You will be living in a nature haven with 20,000 existing trees, Private waterfalls, Bio-diversity of over 300 species of Flora and Fauna. In addition to this you will be able to participate and enjoy the activities organized by the Ecoco team to keep your family members engaged and entertained.
In addition to this there are many benefits such as:
a. Proven Health Benefits of Forest living:
• Lowers Heart rate and blood pressure
• Boost the immunity system
• Reduces Sleeplessness and Insomnia
• Reduce Stress and Depression
• Reduces Anxiety and worry
• Increase concentration and focus
• Improve Heart and Lung health
• Speeds up recovery from Illness and Injury
• Enhance emotional Intelligence
• Find Calm, creativity and Clarity
• Control Anger and addiction
• Increases energy and reduces fatigue
• Increase Lifespan
b. Strengthens Social ties and brings you closer – As you connect with Friends and family in a relaxed environment with no distractions
c. It’s meditative– as you tune into Nature’s sounds, sights and scents
d. Digital detox – take a break from your phones/ tabs and other digital addictions
e. Stimulate your imagination
f. Beautiful nature trails and bird watching site
g. Teach Life Skills to your Children
A: Following is the timeline for development works to be carried out in the 1st Phase of 25 Acres in the Forest Reserve before 31st December, 2022 for your enjoyment:
a. Motorable roads (up to sub-base) will be ready
b. Street lights
c. Planting of Hedges for demarcating boundaries of plots
d. IOT sensors
e. Water supply
f. Electricity supply
g. Security and CCTV
A: The infrastructure in Mulshi is well developed with proper network of Tar and Concrete roads, right up to The Lake Retreat, Nandivali. The new connectivity from Pawna to Mulshiand Aamby Valley City to Mulshi is 80% complete and the balance will be completed by early 2024, further improving the Infrastructure and connectivity in the area. You can drive easily from both Mumbai and Pune
From Pune
The Lake Retreat, Nandivali is located 1.5 hours from Pune city centre. We are located just 9km ahead of The Malhar Machi Resort, Mulshi.
From Mumbai
2.5 Hours from Panvel. We are located just 20 km ahead from the Aamby Valley city and 14km from The Hilton Shillim Estate Retreat
A: The Shortest route:
From Pune
a. PAUD ROAD (51km from Shivaji Nagar – 1 hour and 20 minutes driving time)
Pune -> NDA Pashan Rd ->Paud Road->Pass Pirangut ->continue onPaud Rd (NH 753F ->Lonavala – Aamby Valley Road -> Pass Malhar Machi Resort – The Lake Retreat, Nandivali.
From Mumbai
There are 2 easy routes:
a. Aamby Valley Road (92 Kms from Panvel – 2 Hour and 30 minutes driving time)
Mumbai – Pune Expressway -> Lonavala (Kumar Resort) -> Aamby Valley Road ->Devgarh –> continue on Lonavala – Aamby Valley Road (towards Malhar Machi)
b. Old Mumbai – Pune Highway (128 km from Panvel – 3Hours driving time)
Mumbai – Pune Expressway –> Lonavala (Old Mumbai-Pune highway) –>Kamshet –>Pawananagar –>Hadashi Lake ->Paud Road -> Lonavala – Aamby Valley Road – TheLake Retreat
- FURTHER IMPROVED CONNECTIVITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS UNDER DEVELOPMENT WITHIN MUMBAI AND ON THE MUMBAI- PUNE EXPRESSWAY, PROPOSED TO BE OPERATIONAL BY EARLY 2024 WILL REDUCE THE TRAVEL DISTANCE TO THE LAKE RETREAT, Nandivali BY 28KM AND DRIVING TIME BY ApproxONE HOUR AND 15 MINUTES
A: The Lake Retreat is adjoining the Mulshi Lake.
A: The Lake Retreat is located just 20 km from Aamby Valley City with a beautiful, scenic drive between the locations.
A: Managed farmplots offers solutions to many problems associated with owning a land. Here, a farm plot is owned by you but is cared for by a team of handpicked professional team by Ecoco. This makes owning farm plots hassle-free while ensuring sustainable management of not just your plot but the entire ecosystem. All the activities in The Lake Retreat are monitored and real-time updates are available through our digital app real time. The gated community is secure and offers a safe haven for like-minded people.
A: You will be able to enjoy your Forest living experience from today. You will be living in a nature haven with 3,000 existing trees (1st Phase), Private waterfalls, Bio-diversity of over 300 species of Flora and Fauna. In addition to this you will be able to participate and enjoy the activities organized by the Ecoco team to keep your family members engaged and entertained.
In addition to this there are many benefits such as:
a. Proven Health Benefits of Forest living:
• Lowers Heart rate and blood pressure
• Boost the immunity system
• Reduces Sleeplessness and Insomnia
• Reduce Stress and Depression
• Reduces Anxiety and worry
• Increase concentration and focus
• Improve Heart and Lung health
• Speeds up recovery from Illness and Injury
• Enhance emotional Intelligence
• Find Calm, creativity and Clarity
• Control Anger and addiction
• Increases energy and reduces fatigue
• Increase Lifespan
b. Strengthens Social ties and brings you closer – As you connect with Friends and family in a relaxed environment with no distractions
c. It’s meditative– as you tune into Nature’s sounds, sights and scents
d. Digital detox – take a break from your phones/ tabs and other digital addictions
e. Stimulate your imagination
f. Beautiful nature trails and bird watching site
g. Teach Life Skills to your Children
A: Following is the timeline for Trunk Infrastructure works to be carried out in the 1st Phase of The Lake Retreat, Nandivalion or before June 2024 for your enjoyment:
a. Motorable roads will be ready
b. Street lights
c. Planting of Hedges for demarcating boundaries of plots
d. IOT sensors
e. Common Water supply
f. Electricity supply
g. Security and CCTV
A: The infrastructure in Pawna is fully developed with proper network of Tar and Concrete roads right up to The Forest Reserve, and you can drive easily from both Mumbai and Pune.
From Pune
The Forest Reserve, Pawna is located 1.5 hours from Pune city centre. We are located just 4km ahead of the Hilton Shillim Estate Retreat.
From Mumbai
2.5 Hours from Mumbai city centre. We are located just 7 km ahead from the Machhan Resort and 4km before The Hilton Shillim Estate Retreat
A: There are 2 easy routes:
From Pune
a. PAUD ROAD (55km from Shivaji Nagar – 1.5 hours driving time)
Pune -> NDA Pashan Rd -> Sus Road -> Mulkhed Rd -> Gotawade Gaon Phata -> Kolwan – Paud Rd -> Hadashi Lake -> Tikona farms -> Javan – Tungi Road -> The Forest Reserve.
b. Old Mumbai – Pune Highway (75 km from Shivaji Nagar – 1 Hour and 50 minutes driving time)
Pune –> Pimpri chinchwad –> Kamshet –> Pawnanagar –> The Forest Reserve
From Mumbai
There are 2 easy routes:
a. Aamby Valley Road (73 Kms from Panvel – 1 Hour and 40 minutes driving time)
Mumbai – Pune Expressway -> Lonavala (Kumar Resort) -> Aamby Valley Road -> Turn left on Javan – Tungi Road (towards Macchan)
b. Old Mumbai – Pune Highway (103 km from Panvel – 2 Hour and 10 minutes driving time)
Mumbai – Pune Expressway –> Lonavala (Old Mumbai-Pune highway) –> Kamshet –> Pawananagar –> The Forest Reserve
A: The nearest point to the Pawna lake is just 1.7km from the Forest Reserve.
A: The Forest Reserve is located just across the Ridge from Aamby Valley City. The Aerial distance is just 400m between Aamby Valley and The Forest Reserve.
However, the driving distance is 17km as you have to drive around the entire ridge.
A: Non-agriculture plot projects is more of urbanization in the form of matchbox style plots which leaves little to no scope for enjoying the property. We’ve addressed all issues related to typical NA plots with the innovative Ecocofarmplots.
Here’s a comparative between NA plots and EcocoFarmplots (link)
A: Managed farmplots offers solutions to many problems associated with owning a land. Here, a farm plot is owned by you but is cared for by a team of handpicked professional team by Ecoco. This makes owning farm plots hassle-free while ensuring sustainable management of not just your plot but the entire ecosystem. All the activities in the Forest Reserve are monitored and real-time updates are available through our digital app real time. The gated community is secure and offers a safe haven for like-minded people.
A: You will be able to enjoy your Forest living experience from today. You will be living in a nature haven with 20,000 existing trees, Private waterfalls, Bio-diversity of over 300 species of Flora and Fauna. In addition to this you will be able to participate and enjoy the activities organized by the Ecoco team to keep your family members engaged and entertained.
In addition to this there are many benefits such as:
a. Proven Health Benefits of Forest living:
• Lowers Heart rate and blood pressure
• Boost the immunity system
• Reduces Sleeplessness and Insomnia
• Reduce Stress and Depression
• Reduces Anxiety and worry
• Increase concentration and focus
• Improve Heart and Lung health
• Speeds up recovery from Illness and Injury
• Enhance emotional Intelligence
• Find Calm, creativity and Clarity
• Control Anger and addiction
• Increases energy and reduces fatigue
• Increase Lifespan
b. Strengthens Social ties and brings you closer – As you connect with Friends and family in a relaxed environment with no distractions
c. It’s meditative– as you tune into Nature’s sounds, sights and scents
d. Digital detox – take a break from your phones/ tabs and other digital addictions
e. Stimulate your imagination
f. Beautiful nature trails and bird watching site
g. Teach Life Skills to your Children
A: Following is the timeline for development works to be carried out in the 1st Phase of 25 Acres in the Forest Reserve by 1st quarter of 2023 and 2nd phase by June 2023 for your enjoyment:
a. Motorable roads (up to sub-base) will be ready
b. Street lights
c. Planting of Hedges for demarcating boundaries of plots
d. IOT sensors
e. Water supply
f. Electricity supply
g. Security and CCTV
A: Simply connect, visit, choose your farm plot, make payment, and get possession.
We’ve Made Owning Land Effortlessly Easy
Get in touch
Connect with our
Sales Advisors &
Choose your Plot
Book & Pay
Book and Choose your
Payment Option
1. Downpayment or
2. Easy EMI’s of 12 or
24 months*
Own the Land
Hassle-free Land
Transfer in
your Name
Relax & Enjoy
1. Design & Build your
Dream Home
2. Operation &
Management Agreement
with Ecoco for Easy
Maintenance and Enjoy!
A: Plot sizes at The Forest Reserve start at Half Acres or 21780sq.ft.
A: In Maharashtra, only agriculturists can purchase agricultural land. If either of the individual’s parents or ancestors are agriculturists, then such an individual is also entitled to the purchase. If an individual holds agricultural land anywhere else in India, he can still be deemed an agriculturist in Maharashtra. At Ecoco we understand that you would love to own a managed Farmplot and enjoy this experience along with your loved ones. Kindly book an appointment with Ecoco team to find out if your eligible to a buy Farmland at The Forest Reserve, Pawna.
A: Due Diligence for the land is being conducted by a competent team of lawyers and they will issue a Title certificate of the land. Once EOI / Application Form is submitted by the prospective purchaser they will be given a complete set of land records for perusal by the Purchaser / their legal team. Ecoco believes in maintaining transparency. Hereby we give an option to the purchaser to carry out independent Title study of their selected property. Only after the purchaser is satisfied with the legal title of the property and once the application is accepted by Ecoco, the allocation of the plot shall be processed and finalized.
7/12 extract will be transferred to your name (jointly or severally) upon complete payment as per the payment sheet provided by Ecoco.
A: You will get possession of your Farmplot upon complete payment as per the payment term sheet provided by Ecoco.
A: Ecoco is in the business of developing, selling and managing farmplots.
Ecoco does not design or build Farmhouses/ forest homes.
At the request of our members Ecoco may recommend a panel of sanctioning Architects, Design Architects and Contractors. Members can design and construct their farmhouse/ Forest home at their own convenience with their own consultants or recommended consultants by Ecoco. Ecoco will not be held responsible for the decision made by the member.
A: Our members may decide if they would like to build a farmhouse/ Forest home in the farmplots purchased by them as per their convenience. Some may build in the near future and some may decide to build at a later date in the future and some may just want to enjoy their farmplot with a tent for camping. The bye-laws prevailing at the time the member decides to build his/ her farmhouse will be applicable. As per current Bye-laws, the applicable FSI* is:
1. 4% per acre (100 sqm + 50 sqm or 1615 sq.ft. per Acre) in case the member opts for NA sanction
2. 10% per Hectare (988 sqm or 10,635 sq.ft. per Hectare) in case the member opts for Resort NA sanction
*Pl click link below for studying the Development Control and Promotion Regulations for PMRDA and check / understand your eligibility to build your farmhouse.
At the request of our members, Ecoco may assist its members in procuring a N.A permission / N.A Resort sanction as per applicable Bye-laws. Please book an appointment with the Ecoco team to understand the Government payables and service fees applicable for the same.
A: While purchasing a farmplot at The Forest Reserve you get access to an entire Forest Reserve. You will be able to enjoy nature trails and Breakout zones in the common areas demarcated in the Forest Reserve. Each plot has a demarcated area which is a part of the common road and is available for common use. Each individual plot boundary will be demarcated using Hedges. The entry into individual plots will be restricted to the owner of the Plots and their guests and are not a part of common area.
A: The Forest Reserve is a managed Farmplot project. The zoning of land is partially Agriculture Zone and partially Afforestation Zone (NOT Reserved Government Forest or Reserved Private Forest, wherein No development is permitted). Additionally, the area falls under Eco-Sensitive zone wherein limited development is permissible but with care towards the environment, as per applicable Bye-laws.
As per the Maharashtra State laws such managed farmplot projects wherein you buy your plots in your individual name do not have any provisions to apply for a Layout approval from the Sanctioning authorities/ bodies and do not have any provision to be registered on the MahaRERA website.
A: Managed Farmplots at the Forest Reserve can be only be purchased by Individuals as per the existing Bye-laws applicable in the state of Maharashtra.
We’ve Made Owning Land Effortlessly Easy
Get in touch
Connect with our
Sales Advisors &
Choose your Plot
Book & Pay
Book and Choose your
Payment Option
1. Downpayment or
2. Easy EMI’s of 12 or
24 months*
Own the Land
Hassle-free Land
Transfer in
your Name
Relax & Enjoy
1. Design & Build your
Dream Home
2. Operation &
Management Agreement
with Ecoco for Easy
Maintenance and Enjoy!
A: Plot sizes at The Lake Retreat start at Half Acres or 21780sq.ft.
A: In Maharashtra, only agriculturists can purchase agricultural land. If either of the individual’s parents or ancestors are agriculturists, then such an individual is also entitled to the purchase. If an individual holds agricultural land anywhere else in India, he can still be deemed an agriculturist in Maharashtra. At Ecoco we understand that you would love to own a managed Farmplot and enjoy this experience along with your loved ones. Kindly book an appointment with Ecoco team to find out if your eligible to a buy Farmland at The Lake Retreat ,Mulshi.
A: Due Diligence for the land is being conducted by a competent team of lawyers and they will issue a Title certificate of the land. Once EOI / Application Form is submitted by the prospective purchaser they will be given a complete set of land records for perusal by the Purchaser / their legal team. Ecoco believes in maintaining transparency. Hereby we give an option to the purchaser to carry out independent Title study of their selected property. Only after the purchaser is satisfied with the legal title of the property and once the application is accepted by Ecoco, the allocation of the plot shall be processed and finalized.
7/12 extract will be transferred to your name (jointly or severally) upon complete payment as per the payment sheet provided by Ecoco.
A: You will get possession of your Farmplot upon complete payment as per the payment term sheet provided by Ecoco.
A: Ecoco is in the business of developing, selling and managing farmplots.
Ecoco does not design or build Farmhouses/ forest homes.
At the request of our members Ecoco may recommend a panel of sanctioning Architects, Design Architects and Contractors. Members can design and construct their farmhouse/ Forest home at their own convenience with their own consultants or recommended consultants by Ecoco. Ecoco will not be held responsible for the decision made by the member.
A: Our members may decide if they would like to build a farmhouse/ Forest home in the farmplots purchased by them as per their convenience. Some may build in the near future and some may decide to build at a later date in the future and some may just want to enjoy their farmplot with a tent for camping.
The bye-laws prevailing at the time the member decides to build his/ her farmhouse will be applicable. As per current Bye-laws, the applicable FSI* is:
- 4% per acre (100 sqm + 50 sqm or 1615 sq.ft. per Acre) in case the member opts for NA sanction
- 10% per Hectare (988 sqm or 10,635 sq.ft. per Hectare) in case the member opts for Resort NA sanction
*Pl click link below for studying the Development Control and Promotion Regulations for PMRDA and check / understand your eligibility to build your farmhouse.
At the request of our members, Ecoco may assist its members in procuring a N.A permission / N.A Resort sanction as per applicable Bye-laws. Please book an appointment with the Ecoco team to understand the Government payables and service fees applicable for the same.
A: While purchasing a farmplot at The Lake Retreat you get access to an entire reserve. You will be able to enjoy nature trails and Breakout zones in the common areas demarcated in The Lake Retreat . Each plot has a demarcated area which is a part of the common road and is available for common use. Each individual plot boundary will be demarcated using Hedges. The entry into individual plots will be restricted to the owner of the Plots and their guests and are not a part of common area.
A: The Lake Retreat is a managed Farmplot project. The zoning of land is partially Agriculture Zone and partially Afforestation Zone (NOT Reserved Government Forest or Reserved Private Forest, wherein No development is permitted). Additionally, the area falls under Eco-Sensitive zone wherein limited development is permissible but with care towards the environment, as per applicable Bye-laws.
As per the Maharashtra State laws such managed farmplot projects wherein you buy your plots in your individual name do not have any provisions to apply for a Layout approval from the Sanctioning authorities/ bodies and do not have any provision to be registered on the MahaRERA website.
A: Managed Farmplots at The Lake Retreat can only be purchased by Individuals as per the existing Bye-laws applicable in the state of Maharashtra.
A: At Ecoco we do offer easy 12 month and 24 month Differed Payment options to our members for purchase of our managed farmplots.
Please book an appointment with Ecoco team for further details.
A: Get what you see with an assurance of 100% money back before acceptance of allocation.
However, in case you decide to cancel your booking of your farmplot after Allocation then an administrative fee of 10% of the Total offer value (including Land, Farmland improvement and One-time Agritech services) will be deducted and the balance amount will be refunded after execution of a Cancellation Deed.
A: At Ecoco we do offer easy 12 month and 24 month Differed Payment options to our members for purchase of our managed farmplots.
Please book an appointment with Ecoco team for further details.
A: Get what you see with an assurance of 100% money back before acceptance of allocation.
However, in case you decide to cancel your booking of your farmplot after Allocation then an administrative fee of 10% of the Total offer value (including Land, Farmland improvement and One-time Agritech services) will be deducted and the balance amount will be refunded after execution of a Cancellation Deed.
A: Here’s a complete list of maintenance services provided by us. (link download pdf)
A: Maintenance charge will be calculated @ of Rs 0.35 (35 paise) per sq.ft. per month, payable in advance on 1st April for the subsequent year.
A: Maintenance will be applicable from date of possession or 1st April, 2023 for all plots sold prior to 31st March, 2023
A: You will enter into an Operations & Management Agreement (O&M) with Ecoco for maintaining the Common Areas and the basic upkeep of Forest Gardens within your individual plot as per the inclusions in the O&M Agreement. In case you would like to design your own landscape and maintain the same yourself you are free to do so, however the same should not impact the existing ecosystem at The Forest Reserve. In such case, there will be no change in the maintenance fee applicable and the member shall have to pay the applicable maintenance fees along with conveyance considerations as per payment schedules provided by Ecoco, being a package deal.
A: No. Maintenance of the Farmhouse/ Forest home will solely be the responsibility of the Plot owners.
A: Here’s a complete list of maintenance services provided by us. (link download pdf)
A: Maintenance charge will be calculated @ of Rs 0.57 (57 paise) per sq.ft. per month, payable in advance on 1st April for the subsequent year.
A: Maintenance will be applicable from date of possession or 1st April, 2024 for all plots sold prior to 31st March, 2024
A: You will enter into an Operations & Management Agreement (O&M) with Ecoco for maintaining the Common Areas and the basic upkeep of Forest Gardens within your individual plot as per the inclusions in the O&M Agreement. In case you would like to design your own landscape and maintain the same yourself you are free to do so, however the same should not impact the existing ecosystem at The Lake Retreat. In such case, there will be no change in the maintenance fee applicable and the member shall have to pay the applicable maintenance fees along with conveyance considerations as per payment schedules provided by Ecoco, being a package deal.
A: No. Maintenance of the Farmhouse/ Forest home will solely be the responsibility of the Plot owners.
A: Here’s a complete list of maintenance services provided by us. (link download pdf)
A: Maintenance charge will be calculated @ of Rs 0.35 (35 paise) per sq.ft. per month, payable in advance on 1st April for the subsequent year.
A: Maintenance will be applicable from date of possession or 1st April, 2023 for all plots sold prior to 31st March, 2023
A: You will enter into an Operations & Management Agreement (O&M) with Ecoco for maintaining the Common Areas and the basic upkeep of Forest Gardens within your individual plot as per the inclusions in the O&M Agreement. In case you would like to design your own landscape and maintain the same yourself you are free to do so, however the same should not impact the existing ecosystem at The Forest Reserve. In such case, there will be no change in the maintenance fee applicable and the member shall have to pay the applicable maintenance fees along with conveyance considerations as per payment schedules provided by Ecoco, being a package deal.
A: No. Maintenance of the Farmhouse/ Forest home will solely be the responsibility of the Plot owners.
A: You can connect with our sales executive on Call +91 8571 8571 73, or book an appointment at your convenient time here (link) and they’ll get in touch with you.
