“Do what you love, and love what you do.”

For Tushar Mehrishi, founder of Casa Lontano, this is more than a quote , it is the quiet rhythm that has guided every step of an extraordinary journey.

From boardrooms to beaches, contracts to courtyards, Tushar’s path has been anything but ordinary. Once a corporate lawyer advising global icons like Airbnb, he chose to trade polished floors for sun-dappled terraces, and spreadsheets for spaces that hum with life.

As the architect of Casa Lontano, Tushar has curated far more than just a collection of beautiful properties. He has built sanctuaries , soulful, intentional spaces where weary urbanites, curious wanderers, and seekers of stillness come to pause, to breathe, to belong.

Now celebrating its third anniversary, Casa Lontano is not simply marking the passage of time. It is honouring the countless stories whispered between its walls, the friendships forged over long sunsets, and the memories , vibrant and deeply personal , that guests take with them long after they leave.

A Travel Brand With Purpose

In today’s hyper-connected world, travel can so easily become a numbers game , kilometres logged, attractions ticked off, content captured for fleeting likes. But against this tide of transactional tourism, Casa Lontano stands as a quiet, deliberate counterpoint, travel as a mindful, restorative act.

Tushar’s years in the corporate fast lane taught him a truth that often eludes the modern traveller, mental well-being is non-negotiable. To pause. To immerse oneself in beauty. To feel connected to place, to people, to oneself. These are not indulgences. They are nourishment. They are necessary.

And so, the mission of Casa Lontano is elegantly simple, to craft spaces where guests can slow down, breathe deeply, and rediscover what it feels like to truly be present. Where every texture, every vista, every corner invites stillness and sparks joy.

In these spaces, a villa is never just a villa. A cafe is never just a cafe. They are carefully woven experiences , as much about how they make you feel, as about where they take you. Because in the end, as Casa Lontano believes, travel is not about escape. It is about coming home , to yourself.

3 Years of Organic Growth

Every brand has a beginning, but few beginnings are as rooted in purpose as Casa Lontano’s. What started in 2022 with a small collection of vacation rentals in Goa was never about building scale quickly , it was about building with heart.

Each property was chosen for its character, charm, and potential to inspire. Every detail , from architecture to artwork, from linen to lighting , was considered through the lens of how it would make guests feel. Casa Lontano’s vision was not to be the biggest; it was to be the most meaningful.

Without splashy marketing campaigns or influencer blitzes, Casa Lontano quietly grew. Word of mouth became its greatest ally. Guests who came for a weekend left with stories. Many returned , again and again , and brought others with them.

Today, Casa Lontano has blossomed into a portfolio of 15+ properties across India. From sun-kissed beach villas to serene hill retreats, each Casa space holds fast to the original ethos, authenticity, beauty, and well-being above all.

This growth remains 100% organic, a powerful reminder that when a brand leads with love and intention, its story spreads naturally , and deeply.

Curating Experiences Beyond Stays

For Casa Lontano, travel has never been about rooms alone , it’s about the entire experience of being in a place. With this philosophy in mind, the brand extended its vision into the world of F&B over the past year, creating destinations where guests and locals alike could gather, connect, and savour life’s simple pleasures.

At LiLoLa in Ashvem, Goa, a beachside cafe-bar where the air is thick with the scent of the sea and laughter lingers late into the night, the Casa spirit finds new expression. Here, a cocktail at sunset becomes a ritual, not a routine. Conversations unfold to the rhythm of waves.

In Panjim, The Fold brings warmth to the urban heart of Goa. Cosy, inviting, and infused with a sense of community, The Fold is more than a cafe , it is a place where strangers become friends over shared plates and slow mornings.

And then there is 7@Assagao , a vibrant, stylish space that has quickly become the place to be. Equal parts culinary adventure and social haven, 7@Assagao reflects Casa’s belief that dining should be joyful, soulful, and always a little magical.

With exciting new F&B ventures on the horizon in Delhi and Himachal Pradesh, Casa Lontano continues to evolve , creating experiences that delight not just the body, but the spirit.

Looking Ahead

As Casa Lontano steps into its fourth year, the path ahead is clear , and full of promise. The brand’s core commitment remains unchanged, to create spaces that feel like home , but better. Places where design and comfort meet intention and soul.

The coming year will see the addition of new properties across South Asia, each crafted with the same devotion to detail and guest experience. The brand will also deepen its focus on Casa Experiences , offerings that go beyond stays to encompass art, culture, wellness, and community engagement.

An upcoming Roadshow will carry Casa’s message to a wider audience of travellers, partners, and fellow dreamers. It will be an opportunity to share what the team believes so deeply that travel is not just fun , it is vital for our well-being. In a world that moves too fast, Casa Lontano invites us all to slow down, to savour, and to reconnect.

A Heartfelt Thank You

“Casa Lontano was never meant to be just a business , it’s a labour of love, a way of giving back what travel gave to me.” Tushar Mehrishi

At its heart, Casa Lontano is a community, built not just by its founders and team, but by every guest who has stepped through its doors, every friend who has cheered it on, and every collaborator who has helped shape its journey.

To each of you, thank you. Your trust, your stories, and your presence have made this three year journey more beautiful than we could have imagined.

As we look to the years ahead, we do so with open hearts and open arms , ready to welcome you again, or perhaps to welcome you for the very first time.

Stay. Wander. Rejuvenate. The Casa Way.