I wasn’t looking for anything special when I booked Viveda Wellness in Trimbakeshwar, Nashik. I just wanted a few quiet days away from the city. What I got was a proper reset.

The place is calm from the moment you walk in. My cottage was clean, simple and peaceful, with a small garden that made it feel more like a private retreat than a hotel room. It was easy to slow down there.

The food was a pleasant surprise. Every meal was satvik vegetarian, made with organic ingredients from local farmers. It was fresh and full of flavour, and it never left me feeling heavy.

Yoga, therapies and the green surroundings all fit together naturally. Nothing felt like a box being ticked. The staff were friendly and attentive without hovering, and you could tell they cared about the guests.

I left feeling lighter, calmer and more present than I had in a long time. If you want a real wellness break near Mumbai or Pune, Viveda is worth a visit.

Viveda Wellness Resort, Nashik: vivedawellness.com

Bhavya Shah