The experience of boutique homestays adds to the get-away charm of Lonavala. Founded by the visionary duo, Ruchi and Jitendra Arora, our luxury retreat villas are a testament to the fusion of artistic elegance and luxurious comfort.
Meet Ruchi, the artistic soul, and animator with a foundation in architecture. Recognized for her illustrations in the Times of India's Lucknow edition and political cartoons in Momentum magazine, she seamlessly merged her drawing talents with the storytelling world of 2D Animation.
Influenced by Michelangelo's works, Ruchi delved into studying anatomy and its impact on realistic art, receiving mentorship in Florence and New York. As an educator, Ruchi shared her expertise at DSK-Rubika International Campus, Ecole Intuit Lab, and DICE VFS School of Entertainment Arts until 2022.
In 2021, she ventured into hospitality, establishing Retrofusion Boutique Homestays in Lonavala and transforming the spaces into personal art galleries, offering guests an immersive artistic experience.
Meet Jitendra, the visionary designer and educator whose journey started at Lucknow University, specializing in architecture. He honed his skills globally, with stints at the National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad, and New York University through a Fulbright Fellowship, focusing on museology. He left an indelible mark at the Solomon R Guggenheim Museum in New York, notably with the CY Twombly retrospective at Guggenheim Bilbao. ...
His educational leadership includes spearheading an International Integrated-Masters Degree program in 3D Animation at DSK-Rubika Supinfocom in Pune and forging curriculum alliances with the Vancouver Film School for the DICE VFS School of Entertainment Arts in Mumbai.
After 25 years as a salaried professional, Jitendra has taken an entrepreneurial leap co-building Retrofusion Boutique Homestays while continuing his passion for home remodeling, renovation, narrative design, and education.
Step into the enchanting world of Retro Bollywood at our compact 4 BHK boutique villa homestay. Immerse yourself in nostalgia and humor with our curated decor, or leisurely laze at our exclusive terrace lounge, or plunge in our backyard plunge pool. Experience the coziness of this villa’s colorful spaces and cherish a well-deserved holiday.
Experience premium art-infused living at our spacious 4 BHK boutique villa homestay. For the art connoisseur in you, the villa offers a private collection of original artworks hand-crafted by our founder Ruchi Arora. The villa is replete with best-in-class amenities and service, ensuring a unique blend of comfort and creativity for an unforgettable stay.
The founders of Retrofusion Boutique Homestays are Ruchi and Jitendra Arora.
Retrofusion Boutique Homestays was established in 2021 by Ruchi and Jitendra Arora. This unique hospitality venture combines artistic elegance with luxurious comfort, offering a curated and immersive experience in Lonavala, Maharashtra.
Retrofusion Boutique Homestays in Lonavala offers luxury villas that combine vintage charm with modern comforts. The concept focuses on providing an immersive, aesthetically pleasing experience with amenities like private plunge pools, BBQ facilities, and tailored workshops for art enthusiasts. The homestays are designed to offer a serene and relaxing environment, making them ideal for those seeking a unique and indulgent retreat. Each villa, Retro Villa and Neo Retro, caters to different preferences, from retro Bollywood themes to artistic and minimalistic settings.
Ruchi is an animator and artist with a foundation in architecture. She has worked on illustrations for the Times of India and political cartoons for Momentum magazine, and has taught at several prestigious institutions.
Jitendra is a designer and educator with experience in architecture and museology. He has contributed to the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and led educational programs in Design and Animation.