Great location, very peaceful but only 10 minutes walk to the beach or the village. The rooms were spotless, and the grounds and pool were well kept. Small enough to create a good atmosphere among the guests. Caitano and Marina are great hosts, very helpful and interesting to talk to. They went the extra mile to bring unusual fruits for us to try with our breakfast platter.

why arent there more guest houses like elegant shades in india? it would make traveling so much more pleasant! i really cant fault what the owners have done with their place. first of all, theyre friendly, welcoming and interesting people, without being intrusive. the guesthouse is spotless and so was my room. i felt comfortable and at home. everything is well looked after and the pool is a lovely addition. i ate there a couple of times and it was great goan food. i particularly enjoyed breakfast as i would be served a large platter of fruit (different every morning). it was just perfect. i found particularly impressive the finishes and attention to detail: everything works, no dangling wires anywhere, a well equipped kitchen, excellent a/c system. i definitely recommend this place. benaulim village is just 10 minutes walk away and it is a bustling little place with a number of good restaurants and supermarkets.

We stayed for a week in a two bedroom apartment . We booked this place after reading some excellent reviews on trip advisor and I am very pleased to say that the reviews are accurate . The place is run by Marina and Catino and is family run . They are the perfect hosts . From check to check out they both looked after us very well . Nothing was too much trouble for them . They were very helpful and also arranged transport for us to the beach etc . Our apartment was very spacious, clean and well maintained with massive balconies. The swimming pool area has nice seating area and the gardens are well maintained . We ordered food which was again fresh and nicely prepared. We felt very much at home in this place . The beach isnt too far where there are some nice shacks serving good food . There is a supermarket again not far from the place where one can get the basic necessities . I would definitely recommend this place if you are looking to chill out in a family atmosphere. No doubt we will be coming back to Elegant Shades when in Goa next

Our second visit to this property and we were again over the moon with our stay the hosts do a fantastic job of making sure everything is just right for you. The pool area is fantastic we only visited the beach once during our stay as there was just no need to leave this lovely place it is without doubt one of the most relaxing places we have been to on the planet . There is a great menu for all your meals and snacks the signature breakfast is to die for . We are very happy to highly recommend

Dreamy place, the staff is amazing. The place is very clean. Pool is excellent, great rooms. Great for families. Just a perfect place. Thanks so much for a wonderful vacation. Big rooms, great kitchen for cooking. Amazing beach