Pranjal Shah
20-Feb-2026
Indulge in scenic vineyard retreats, exquisite wines, and immersive experiences at India’s most captivating wine country hotels.
India’s wine country is no longer just about tastings and tours. From Nashik’s sun-washed estates to boutique wineries tucked into the Sahyadris, vineyard hotels are redefining experiential travel, pairing immersive wine culture with design-forward stays, gourmet dining, and slow, pastoral luxury. Between cellar tastings and lakeside sunsets, farm-to-table feasts and spa rituals inspired by the land, these vineyard retreats invite you to sip, savour, and truly unwind with one glass and one golden hour at a time.
These are the Best Vineyards Stays in India:
1. Fratelli Vineyards, Motewadi
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Located in the Motewadi region of Maharashtra’s Solapur district, the winery has grown into one of India’s most revered wine destinations, acclaimed for varietals such as Chenin Blanc and Sangiovese Bianco. Spend your days with personalised wine tours led by sommeliers, tasting velvety reds and crisp whites paired with vineyard-fresh bites or nature trails through biodiversity hotspots. Other immersive experiences include hands-on grape picking during harvest, sommelier masterclasses on India's finest vintages, starlit private dinners, and bespoke wine-and-food pairings. Your stay includes elegant villa-style lodgings that boast panoramic orchard and vineyard vistas.
2. Hotel Irada, Pune Wine Country, a Member of Design Hotels, Maharashtra
In the middle of a winery, Hotel Irada breathes new life into a storied manor house—a grand estate with wine trails, forest rituals, hands-on pottery workshops and exceptional dining. Set in a working winery, it offers distinctive accommodations, including cosy Reserve Rooms, art-infused Gallery Rooms with deep-soaking Burgundy tubs, lavish Vineyard Suites, and the palatial Collector's Suite overlooking the estate. Go on guided wine tours, taste exclusive proprietary blends alongside global labels, and attend lively grape-stomping festivals. Culinary delights at Rosso’s fuse Italian delicacies, while Pool Club serves poolside grills by an Olympic-sized infinity pool, Lola bar mixes artisanal highballs amid vines, and bespoke forest picnics or vineyard lunches cater to every whim. The hotel also offers a wellness sanctuary on days when you just wish to unwind.
3. The Source At Sula, Nashik
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Sula Vineyards, The Source, features accommodations ranging from thoughtfully designed rooms to unique treehouses, each offering vineyard or lake vistas and an immersive stay that reflects the spirit of wine country. Amenities abound with infinity-edge pools, rejuvenating spa rituals, and farm-to-table dining at Little Italy and Milk & Honey. Signature experiences include immersive vineyard tours, interactive blending sessions, lakeside tastings of Sula's Rasa and Dindori varietals, and cycling paths through the ancient Pandav Caves nearby. Breathtaking sunsets, yoga amid vines, and seasonal wine festivals amplify the experience. Beyond stays, it hosts live music evenings, gourmet picnics, and cultural immersions.
4. Soma Vine Village, Nashik
Located along the edge of the backwaters of Gangapur Dam, the boutique property offers an unparalleled 2-night, 3-day Vinocation experience. You learn to make wine, taste some and take back as much as you want! And for those who can’t get enough of wines, get to sleep in India’s first barrel house. The vinocation includes an exclusive 40-minute tour featuring five exquisite wines. From separate adult and kids' swimming pools to picturesque vineyard cycling, Soma Vine Village is a haven for both relaxation and exploration. The property is also pet-friendly, making it a perfect weekend getaway!
5. Vallonne Vineyards, Igatpuri
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Vallonne Vineyards is a boutique vineyard retreat in Igatpuri’s verdant Kavnai Valley, offering a digital detox sanctuary with four vintage-style rooms and balconies framing endless vines, shimmering lakes, and majestic Sahyadris. It is acclaimed for its French-style wines, including Chenin Blanc, Riesling, and a rare Indian rosé produced from Cabernet Sauvignon. Compact yet exquisite, it prioritises intimacy and nature over excess. Yelloh! restaurant captivates with chemical-free, farm-to-table delights and house wines like crisp Chenin Blanc or robust Shiraz, all enjoyed amid panoramic verdant horizons. Wine tours demystify boutique winemaking, from soil secrets to tastings, paired with gentle hikes through misty hills.
6. Grape Country Eco Resort & Spa, Anjaneri
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Grape County Eco Resort & Spa is a nature-focused luxury resort located near Anjaneri and Trimbakeshwar in Nashik. Although not located in vineyards like others on this list, its sprawling eco-conscious grounds and proximity to local wine destinations make it a wonderful complement to a vineyard-themed itinerary. Activities encourage thrilling immersion in nature with kayaking on serene lakes, horseback rides through forests, fishing expeditions, boating adventures, and interactive tree-adoption programmes fostering family bonds and sustainability. The spa harnesses herbal essences for restorative massages amid birdsong. Balancing seclusion with excitement, it suits families, adventurers, and wellness seekers alike, offering guilt-free luxury in Nashik's green embrace.
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