Privy Stays
Journal

Notes from the stays.

Stories, guides and quiet observations from the villas, hotels and resorts we look after.

All the world's waiting for you
Travel

All the world's waiting for you

A quiet reminder that the best escapes aren't loud — they're private, unhurried and completely yours.

August 24, 2026
The quiet luxury of a private villa
Villas

The quiet luxury of a private villa

Why more travellers are trading hotel lobbies for entire homes with their own pools, staff and stories.

July 12, 2026
A weekend in Alibaug
Guides

A weekend in Alibaug

Two nights, a pool, a long lunch, and a slow drive back. Here's how to spend a weekend that actually feels like one.

June 2, 2026
Designing a home that hosts well
Design

Designing a home that hosts well

Notes from years of building spaces that guests actually want to return to.

May 18, 2026
Traveling with pets — what to look for
Travel

Traveling with pets — what to look for

A short, honest guide to picking a stay your dog will love as much as you do.

April 4, 2026