Additional rulesA 150-Year-Old Portuguese-Goan Heritage Villa with Pool
by DA ALOHAS 🌿
Welcome to Casa Velha Moira! ❤️
We are delighted to host you in this 150-year-old Portuguese-Goan heritage villa. The property has been carefully maintained while retaining its original character, traditional layout and charm.
To ensure a comfortable experience for you, our team and the surrounding neighbourhood, please read and follow the house rules below.
🕑 1. CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT
Check-in: 2:00 PM onwards
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and additional charges.
Early check-in or late check-out must be approved by DA ALOHAS in advance.
Guests should not assume that an early arrival or late departure can be accommodated without prior confirmation.
Unapproved late check-out may attract applicable additional charges.
2. GUESTS & OCCUPANCY
Only guests included in the reservation are permitted to stay at the property.
Any additional or unregistered guests must be approved by DA ALOHAS in advance.
The maximum occupancy of the property must not be exceeded.
Parties, events or gatherings involving additional guests require prior approval.
The booking guest is responsible for the conduct of all members of their group and visitors.
🏛️ 3. HERITAGE PROPERTY — PLEASE TREAT IT WITH CARE
Casa Velha Moira is a 150-year-old Portuguese-Goan heritage villa and is different from a newly constructed modern property.
❤️ We request guests to respect the history and character of the home.
Please handle the original architecture, furniture, doors, windows, fixtures and decorative elements with care.
Do not move, remove, alter or damage furniture or heritage elements.
Do not drill, nail, tape, stick or attach anything to walls, doors or furniture.
Do not place hot, wet or damaging items directly on heritage furniture or surfaces.
Any damage or loss caused during the stay may be charged separately.
4. SWIMMING POOL RULES
⏰ Pool Timings: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Swimming is permitted only between 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM.
There is no lifeguard on duty. Swim at your own risk.
Children must be supervised by an adult at all times around the pool.
Please shower before entering the pool.
Glass bottles, glassware and breakable items are strictly prohibited in and around the pool.
Please do not run around the pool area.
Appropriate swimwear is required.
Do not use the pool while intoxicated.
Food should not be consumed inside the pool.
Please keep the pool and surrounding area clean.
Pool equipment or furniture should not be moved without permission.
Please follow any additional safety instructions provided by the property team.
⚠️ Pool access outside the designated timings is not permitted.
🧺 5. LINEN & TOWELS
Fresh bed linen and towels are provided at the property.
Fresh bed linen and towels are changed after every two nights.
Additional linen or towel changes can be requested, subject to availability and applicable charges.
Towels provided for the villa should not be used for the beach or pool.
Please do not bleach, stain, dye or otherwise misuse linen and towels.
Guests are responsible for any lost or damaged linen and towels.
Excessively stained or damaged linen/towels may attract replacement or cleaning charges.
🧹 6. HOUSEKEEPING & CLEANLINESS
Guests are requested to keep the villa reasonably clean and tidy.
Please dispose of waste in the designated bins.
Food waste should not be left exposed or unattended.
Excessive cleaning caused by parties, spills, stains, misuse or other guest activities may attract additional cleaning charges.
Please do not throw waste, cigarette butts or other items into gardens, drains or the swimming pool.
🍳 7. KITCHEN & APPLIANCES
Please use all kitchen appliances and equipment responsibly.
Do not leave cooking unattended.
Clean utensils and kitchen equipment after use.
Do not misuse or overload electrical appliances.
Any damage resulting from misuse of kitchen equipment may be charged separately.
🔇 8. NOISE, MUSIC & PARTIES
Casa Velha Moira is located in a peaceful Goan village, and we request guests to respect the surrounding neighbourhood.
Please maintain reasonable noise levels at all times.
Loud music, excessive noise and disruptive behaviour are not permitted, particularly during late-night hours.
Parties, events, DJ setups, commercial gatherings or large gatherings require prior approval from DA ALOHAS.
Guests must comply with applicable local laws and regulations.
Any complaints from neighbours resulting from excessive noise or disruptive behaviour may be treated as a house-rule violation.
🚭 9. SMOKING
🚫 Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the villa and bedrooms.
Smoking is permitted only in designated outdoor areas.
Please dispose of cigarette butts responsibly in the designated receptacles.
Do not throw cigarette butts into gardens, drains, pool areas or surrounding property.
Do not smoke near curtains, furniture or other flammable materials.
Any damage caused by smoking, including burns, stains, odour or smoke-related cleaning, may be charged separately.
🐾 10. PET POLICY
We welcome pets subject to prior approval and applicable pet charges.
Pets must be declared and added to the reservation before arrival.
A pet fee is applicable as mentioned in the reservation/booking terms.
Pets may not be brought to the property without being included in the reservation.
Pets must be supervised by their owners at all times.
Pets must not be left unattended inside the villa.
Pets are not permitted on beds, sofas or other furniture unless specifically approved.
Guests should bring appropriate bedding/covering for their pets.
Guests are responsible for cleaning up after their pets.
Pets must be supervised around the swimming pool.
Any pet-related damage, stains, excessive cleaning or loss will be charged separately.
Aggressive or disruptive animals may not be permitted.
🔥 11. BBQ & OPEN FLAMES
BBQs are permitted only in designated areas and when arranged/approved in advance.
Do not light fires, candles or other open flames in unauthorised areas.
Never leave a BBQ or open flame unattended.
Follow all safety instructions provided by the property team.
Any damage resulting from misuse of fire or BBQ facilities will be charged separately.
🎬 12. PROFESSIONAL SHOOTING & PHOTOGRAPHY
If you intend to use the property for:
📸 Professional photography
🎥 Videography
🎬 Film/video production
👗 Fashion shoots
💍 Pre-wedding shoots
📢 Advertisements
🎵 Music videos
📱 Commercial content creation
🎞️ Any other production activity
Prior approval from DA ALOHAS is mandatory.
💰 Shooting Fee: ₹15,000 per day
The ₹15,000 shooting charge is additional to the accommodation charges.
The shoot must be disclosed and approved before the activity takes place.
Guests/production teams must provide details regarding the nature of the shoot, number of crew members, equipment and expected duration.
Additional requirements such as lighting, equipment, furniture movement, extended hours or special arrangements may attract additional charges.
The property must be returned in the same condition in which it was provided.
Any damage, loss or excessive cleaning resulting from the shoot will be charged separately.
⚠️ An accommodation reservation does not automatically include permission for professional or commercial shooting.
🚗 13. PARKING & VEHICLES
Vehicles must be parked only in designated parking areas.
Do not block entrances, access ways or neighbouring properties.
Please drive carefully within the property and surrounding residential areas.
DA ALOHAS is not responsible for loss or damage to vehicles or personal belongings left inside vehicles.
🔐 14. SECURITY
Please lock doors and secure windows whenever leaving the villa.
Guests are responsible for their personal belongings.
Do not share keys, access codes or security information with unauthorised persons.
Lost keys, access devices or security items may attract replacement charges.
Please report any security or maintenance concern to the DA ALOHAS team immediately.
🪜 15. STAIRS & ACCESSIBILITY
As Casa Velha Moira is a 150-year-old heritage property, stairs are an integral part of the original design.
There are a few steps at the entrance to access the villa.
There are internal stairs connecting the ground and upper floors.
Guests staying in the upper-floor bedrooms need to use the internal staircase.
There is no lift.
The property does not have completely step-free access.
Guests should take extra care while using the stairs, particularly at night or while carrying luggage.
Children should not be allowed to play on or around the staircases.
♿ Guests with mobility concerns or difficulty using stairs are requested to take this into consideration before booking.
⚠️ 16. HOUSE RULE VIOLATIONS & ₹5,000 PENALTY
A penalty of ₹5,000 will apply for any violation of the house rules.
This includes, but is not limited to:
❌ Unauthorised parties or events
❌ Excessive noise or disruptive behaviour
❌ Unauthorised or undeclared guests
❌ Smoking inside the property
❌ Unapproved pets or pets not added to the reservation
❌ Misuse of the swimming pool
❌ Pool usage outside permitted timings
❌ Moving or damaging furniture/fixtures
❌ Misuse or damage of linen and towels
❌ Unauthorised professional/commercial shooting
❌ Activities resulting in excessive cleaning
❌ Violation of safety or property rules
Important:
The ₹5,000 house-rule violation penalty is separate from the actual cost of any damage, loss, replacement, repair or additional cleaning.
Where applicable, DA ALOHAS reserves the right to recover the actual cost in addition to the ₹5,000 penalty.
💰 17. DAMAGES, BREAKAGES & LOSS
Guests are responsible for any:
Damage to the property
Broken or missing items
Damage to furniture or fixtures
Damage to heritage elements
Lost keys/access devices
Damaged or missing linen/towels
Excessive cleaning requirements
Other losses caused during the stay
Applicable costs may be recovered from the guest, including through the security deposit where applicable.
🛡️ 18. SECURITY DEPOSIT
Where applicable, a refundable security deposit will be collected as specified in the booking terms.
The security deposit will be refunded after check-out, subject to:
✅ Property inspection
✅ No damage or loss
✅ No excessive cleaning/restoration requirements
✅ No outstanding dues or additional charges
Any applicable deductions will be communicated to the guest.
📱 19. CONTACT THE DA ALOHAS TEAM
If you are unsure about any rule or require assistance, please contact the DA ALOHAS team before taking any action.
Our team is happy to assist with property-related requirements and additional services, subject to availability and applicable charges.
❤️ 20. ENJOY & RESPECT THE HOME
Casa Velha Moira is more than just a holiday rental — it is a 150-year-old piece of Goan heritage.
🌿 Enjoy the pool.
🏡 Enjoy the architecture.
🌴 Enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
❤️ Create wonderful memories.
At the same time, we kindly ask you to respect the home, its heritage, the property team and the surrounding neighbourhood.
🌿 Thank you for helping us preserve the charm and character of Casa Velha Moira.
DA ALOHAS
Boutique Stays & Hospitality Management