Ghats With a View: Tilari Can Redefine Farmstay Market in India

By Ankit Kansal

Mumbai, December 2, 2025: There’s a newfound interest in the lush green regions of Tilari, a relatively unexplored scenic destination in the Western Ghats. Tilari is blessed with endless natural beauties comprising verdant hillsides, large lake views, natural woods and lush green plantations. Situated in Sindhudurg district in the Konkan region, its undiluted natural beauty and pristine calmness is drawing attention of adventure junkies, leisure travellers, solo tourists and nature lovers, all alike.

Amid growing prominence amongst the tourist fraternity, Tilari is also intriguing property developers, designers and hospitality enterprises as a fountainhead for concept and experience-driven real estate. From curated farmstays to waterfront hotels to farmland-style resorts, Tilari can reshape the contours of tourism-driven real estate in the wider Konkan belt. Its pristine environs and scenic landscapes can be perfect to relax, rejuvenate and immerse in the wellness of nature.

A Farmstay Haven

Various crops are grown in Tilari. From mainstream crops like paddy to cash crops like rubber to a varied spectrum of fruits, vegetables and spices, Tilari is rich in agricultural produce. A rich crop profile in conjunction with favourable agroclimatic zones, high quality of soil and a culture deeply rooted in traditional agricultural practices makes it a rich farming destination. Tilari can be a perfect gateway for agriculture enthusiasts and nature lovers who would like to live and lead a cleaner, purer and nature-driven lifestyle.

This makes Tilari a perfect ground for organized farmstays and hospitality-driven farmhouses to thrive. Its strategic location can be a further growth enabler. It is situated at the tri-junction of Maharashtra, Karnataka and Goa, which naturally opens it to a vast source market of investors, vacationers, weekenders and second homebuyers in these states. Only at a ~45 minutes distance, the newly built MOPA airport is located, which means Tilari is seamlessly connected with rest of the country.

And There’s a Lake

While Tilari is endowed with endless natural beauties, its biggest attraction is the 11-km lakeview, probably one of the largest in India. The pristine lake contrasted with beautiful hillsides and verdant landscapes can make it the new paragon of experiential real estate in India. Such a large waterbody will also mean plenty of new activities that can be planned, conceptualized and designed around the sensory lakeside. This can include water sports, nature walks, safari camps, cruise rides, etc. Similarly, a beautiful lakeview will also give opportunities to develop waterfront resorts, hotels, patio restaurants, etc. catering to both residents and tourists.

High on Investor Radar

Tilari is not just a vacationer or second home owner’s paradise. It can equally magnetize seasoned investors looking for elevated ROIs on property investment. Although Tilari is still a nascent market with limited research conducted, our preliminary studies have suggested that property price can easily rise at a swift annual rate of around 25-30 per cent, ensuring robust returns to the property investors. The location is also apt for developing staycations, wellness resorts and holiday retreats, thereby unlocking opportunities for recurrent rental income.

The author is MD of Axon Developer

DISCLAIMER: The views expressed in the above piece are personal and solely those of the writer. They do not necessarily reflect Realty & More’s views.