Poolside Deck
60 guests max
Goa, India, India
The Garden Lawn at Nirvana Hermitage is the resort's premier outdoor venue, offering a beautiful and versatile canvas for a wide range of intimate events. This expansive green space is framed by the property's signature tropical foliage and the charming facades of its wooden cottages, creating a private and picturesque setting. The lawn's natural beauty provides an enchanting backdrop that requires minimal embellishment, making it perfect for planners who envision an event with an organic, elegant aesthetic. It is an ideal choice for a daytime wedding ceremony under the sun, an alfresco luncheon, or a starlit reception dinner. The open layout provides complete flexibility, allowing for customized seating arrangements, from traditional banquet tables for a formal dinner to casual lounge-style seating for a relaxed social mixer. The space feels both expansive and intimate, capable of comfortably hosting gatherings while maintaining a sense of exclusivity and connection among guests.
Event planners will appreciate the creative freedom that the Garden Lawn affords. The space can be transformed to suit any theme, whether it's a rustic-chic wedding, a vibrant Goan-themed party, or a serene corporate wellness activity. The resort's team can facilitate the installation of temporary structures like marquees or tents, providing shelter and a more defined event space if required. Electrical access points are available to support lighting, sound systems, and other audiovisual needs, ensuring that technical requirements are met without compromising the natural ambiance. For evening events, the lawn can be illuminated with fairy lights, lanterns, and uplighting on the surrounding trees, creating a magical and romantic atmosphere. The proximity of the lawn to the 'Banyan' restaurant ensures that catering logistics are handled smoothly, with fresh, delicious food served efficiently to guests. This seamless integration of natural beauty and practical infrastructure makes the Garden Lawn a highly functional and inspiring choice for any planner.
Choosing the Garden Lawn for an event means offering guests more than just a venue; it provides an experience steeped in the tranquility and charm of Nirvana Hermitage. The gentle sounds of nature, the fresh air, and the lush surroundings contribute to a relaxed and joyful atmosphere that is difficult to replicate in a conventional banquet hall. It is particularly well-suited for events where guest interaction and a relaxed pace are desired, such as team-building retreats, family celebrations, or welcome dinners for a destination wedding. Guests can mingle freely, enjoy the pleasant Goan weather, and feel connected to the beautiful environment. The venue's location within the resort also means that attendees staying in the cottages are just steps away, adding a layer of convenience and safety. By hosting an event on the Garden Lawn, planners can create a truly memorable occasion that feels both special and effortlessly elegant.
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The Garden Lawn is best suited for intimate to medium-sized gatherings. It can typically accommodate up to 100 guests in a floating or cocktail setup, though the capacity for seated dinners would be slightly less. It's best to discuss your specific layout with the event team.
Absolutely. The lawn provides a beautiful, natural setting for wedding ceremonies, with lush greenery as a backdrop. It can be set up with an aisle, seating for guests, and a mandap or altar.
As an open-air venue, events are subject to weather conditions. The resort can assist in arranging for a marquee or tent as a backup plan, which should be discussed and booked in advance. Indoor backup options are limited, so a tent is the recommended contingency.
Live music and DJs are permitted. However, as the resort is in a tranquil area, there may be restrictions on sound levels, particularly late at night. Please confirm the specific timings and decibel limits with the management.
The resort's policy on outside vendors, including decorators, should be confirmed directly. They often have a list of preferred partners who are familiar with the venue, but may allow external decorators with prior approval.
The lawn has basic ambient lighting. For specific event themes and requirements, additional lighting such as fairy lights, uplighters, or spotlights would need to be arranged. The resort can provide power access and assist with vendor coordination.
The lawn is a natural, grassy area. While it is on ground level, the terrain may be uneven. Please discuss any specific accessibility needs with the resort team to ensure they can make the necessary accommodations.
The space is highly flexible. It can accommodate various layouts, including theatre-style for ceremonies, round or rectangular tables for banquets, and casual lounge seating for cocktail parties. The final arrangement depends on your event's needs.
Yes, the in-house catering team from 'Banyan' restaurant can set up buffet stations or provide table service directly on the lawn, ensuring a seamless dining experience for your guests.
Restrooms are available for guests within the main resort building, conveniently accessible from the Garden Lawn.
For safety and environmental reasons, open fires or bonfires may be restricted. Please inquire with the management about their policy on this and any possible alternatives they might offer.
To book the Garden Lawn, you should contact the resort's event coordinator with your preferred date and event details. A contract will be drawn up outlining the terms, services, and payment schedule.
The lawn is part of the resort grounds. For complete privacy, it is recommended to discuss a partial or full buyout of the property, which would ensure the space is exclusively for your event.
Yes, the open space of the Garden Lawn is very well-suited for a variety of corporate team-building exercises and outdoor workshops.
Due to the outdoor nature of the venue and its location, events are typically required to conclude or lower music volume by a certain time, usually around 10:00 PM or 11:00 PM. This should be confirmed in your event contract.