Inner Temple, in Moira village of Goa, is an ideal leafy pad that is perfect for small groups, or couples, where one can have fun together by the pool, and then retreat into your personal atmospheric rooms to enjoy some alone time. Some holidays are best enjoyed with like minded family and friends, where the shared appreciation for personal space and common areas to unwind together, is high. Artistically furnished with elegant finds from all over India, the villa is set up by owner, Mandira’s, mom. The three rooms of the villa lie in a calm embrace of greenery and birdsong, away from the busy beaches of the most popular beach destination of India. 

The villa’s natural colours and earthy furnishing sets off original features of the home and add to the soothing ambience. That’s why it is perfect to host a yoga workshop, doubles up as a writing retreat, a venue for a small get-together or an antidote to city life for a while. Common places like the pool area, dining space and lounging area is where guests like to catch up on a good book. The rooms, each named after a flower are comfy, well lit and have plenty of privacy. 

Local delicacies are the cornerstone for cuisine at Inner Temple. Free sea food, and village sourced veggies make each meal delicious and memorable. 

The hospitality at the villa is particularly memorable as one seldom finds places that are warm and hospitable staff that also know the fine balance of being unobtrusive. The cottage-y feel with a spark of blue from the pool and ample greenery around makes this one of the best places to stay in North Goa.