One thinks that luxury hotels of Rajasthan and offbeat addresses don’t go hand in hand, but in the case of Mountbatten Lodge, the wild and heritage retreat synthesizes both experiences with flair. The lodge is located off Ranakapur, home to the famous marble Jain temples of Rajasthan at the border of the Kumbalgarh wildlife sanctuary. Wedged in the middle of Jodhpur and Udaipur, it makes for a great stop between the two major cities, offering a pleasant respite from sightseeing and truly unwinding like royalty.

Intensely green surrounds of the stone cottage of 4 suites is a throwback to the hunting lodges of Rajasthan. Architecture and furnishings, including royal ancestral portraits and photos from owner, Reggie Singh’s family decorate the spaces of Mountbatten Lodge, immediately transferring one to eons ago. Comfort, style and luxury come together in all the rooms and common spaces.

The best part of staying at Mountbatten Lodge is the proximity to off-beat Rajasthan rather than doing the conventional tourist circuits of the state.