Our Story
Every place has a story. This one has a library.
Why is it called The Library?
Because it was one. The bungalow was the library of Dr Nalini Karunakaran, an Ayurvedic doctor who set up this farm in Kashele in 1985. She kept her books here, saw patients from nearby villages, and came here every weekend to rest and to plant the Ayurvedic herbs she used in her work.
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Who was Dr Nalini Karunakaran?
She spent her life caring for others: her family, her community, and the many patients she treated without charging a fee. Kashele was where she found peace, and the place still has that calm. The farm has since grown greener, with new trees, flower gardens and vegetable beds around her library.
Explore The Stay
7:00 PM
Daily peaceful temple Aarti.
Mandir
Small Krishna Mandir on grounds.
Sanctuary
Herbs & quiet organic orchards.
Farm Stay
A farm stay, not a spiritual retreat.
Is there a temple on the property?
Yes. Dr Nalini built a small Krishna Mandir here, which has since been expanded into a larger temple. Aarti is held every day at 7.00 pm, and guests may join if they wish. The Library is a farm stay, not a spiritual retreat.
Explore The StayWhere is The Library?
In Kashele, a tranquil village 16 km from Karjat in Maharashtra.
How do we get there?
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