Title: ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY Villa in Vanur with free parking ## Photo gallery for ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY ![Flat-screen TV - ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY (Vanur)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111830000/111827600/111827599/53f61f3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Mini fridge - ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY (Vanur)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111830000/111827600/111827599/0adbe35e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV - ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY (Vanur)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111830000/111827600/111827599/1f30e9af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Extra beds - ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY (Vanur)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111830000/111827600/111827599/ce2e424d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY (Vanur)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111830000/111827600/111827599/ec3e2808.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Prices - Amenities - Policies ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY provides amenities, such as a terrace and a garden. 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[Visit our Kuilapalayam travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kuilapalayam.dx6224933) [View more Villas in Kuilapalayam](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kuilapalayam-Villas.d6224933-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C11.98445%2C79.84429&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XvjtMOsMuVQt-1od58gsF656lOY=) Auroville Rd, Vanur, TN, 605101 ### What's nearby - ![The tranquilizing effect of the place on our senses clearly justifies its name. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000443205/8f636c39-d21f-437a-8e39-03153564777f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Serenity Beach 6 min drive \- 1.2 miles - ![view of the sea and blue sky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975995707/c320503e-8fd8-46ff-a342-d05cdf421810.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pondicherry Promenade Beach 9 min drive \- 3.7 miles - ![Pondicherry Lighthouse featuring a lighthouse, rocky coastline and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6223133/e58f9b16-cfae-4335-98cc-e4d7b4d56a99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pondicherry Lighthouse 10 min drive \- 3.9 miles - Auro Beach 3 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Sri Aurobindo Ashram 8 min drive \- 3.5 miles ### Getting around - Pondicherry-Puducherry Station 21 min drive - Pondicherry (PNY) 16 min drive ### Restaurants - Sri Krishna Bhavan 3 min drive - Conscious Cafe 6 min drive - Tanto Trattoria Pizzeria 4 min drive - Café Coffee Day 7 min drive - Hope Cafe 5 min drive ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY Villa in Vanur with free parking Express check-in, express check-out and a garden are available at this villa. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. All 2 villas provide conveniences such as washing machines and dining areas, plus in-room free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Guests will also find balconies, fridges and electric kettles. ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY offers 2 accommodations. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes desks. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). 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consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 2 units - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM Express check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures This property is closed from 21 December 2025 to 28 February 2027 (dates subject to change). ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours), lockbox ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cleaning fee: INR 300 per person, per night (varies based on unit and length of stay) We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Ilford Stay Pondicherry Vanur ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY Villa ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY Vanur ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY Villa Vanur ## Frequently asked questions ### Is ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY? ### What time is check-in at ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY? ### What time is check-out at ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY? ### Where is ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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