40 Sep22522 22 Sep22108 The Luxury in Sustainability Where peacocks and local birds frolic around in the garden all day long; the Best Luxury Homestay of 2022 in India is a historical, beautiful location that maintains said beauty by focusing on sustainability above all things. The Dev Shree property is a unique location that entices guests across India and beyond. Steeped in local history, culture, and artistry, Dev Shree is a ten-room family residence where guests receive a rural life experience – all whilst living in a luxurious family residence. Situated between the cities of Jodhpur, Jaipur, and Udaipur – and a three-hour drive from Bera forest leopard reserve and Ranthambhore tiger forest reserve – it sits on a lakeside that provides the most serene surroundings for a quiet break. Though the family also has a Palace Hotel in Deogarh, it built the property to be different – and offer a personalised approach with topend facilities. So, when Dev Shree was constructed in 2015, the family ensured that even the materials and the craftsmen employed were all locally sourced. All of its staff are locals, with 50% of its working staff being women who are employed and trained to provide, and remain in touch with the local community. As well as to provide high-quality service that ensures guests want for nothing. Whether guests are catching the sun in the open-air courtyard, relaxing in the lakeside pool, eating with the family in the spacious dining hall, or retiring to their luxurious suite, they will enjoy themselves with intimate comfort. The erstwhile family of Deogarh – who established the village in 1670 AD and whose descendants operate the property –feels responsible towards its people and the need to be exemplary citizens of society. As such, all efforts are made to be sustainable. Its farms and home garden provide for Dev Shree’s kitchen, the family dairy provides the A2 milk, and then the kitchen waste is recycled for use in the garden. It doesn’t even use plastic bottles; not only is water served in glass bottles but rainwater is also harvested and directed to the wells on the property. This approach to sustainability is also why it established the ‘Dev Shree Trust’, which supports about 10,000 children in local Govt Schools. Here, it helps people with school furniture, footwear, stationery, sweaters, and more. It has received a lot of help from our guests, friends, and family. It often receives guests from overseas – UK, Europe, USA, and Australia – but during Covid, it received a large influx of interest from local guests for weddings, birthdays, and other events. Thus, it survived the period with minimal disruption. Following on, the business is about to face the next stage in its journey. The property was initially a seven-bedroom estate, but by the requests of many long-staying guests and families, it expanded with three large, interconnected rooms. In addition, it successfully retained its staff through the pandemic, and its top-level service did not waver for anyone. The Dev Shree property is a gorgeous setup in a stunning location, a hotel with the undeniable feel of a family home. From the frolicking birds to the view of the lake by the pool, everything is both striking yet comfortable, providing the perfect locale for a relaxing stay away. Contact: Shatrunjai Singh Chundawat & Bhavna Kumari Company: Dev Shree, Deogarh Web Address: www.devshreedeogarh.com
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