Inside Dharmendra’s 100-Acre Lonavala Retreat: A Look At His Earthy Luxury Haven

Last Updated:November 24, 2025, 19:52 IST

Veteran actor Dharmendra passed away at 89. As we remember his legacy, here’s a peek inside his 100-acre farmhouse in Lonavala.

Dharmendra at his farmhouse in 2020. (Image: Instagram)

Bollywood lost one of its most beloved stars on November 24, as Dharmendra – the original ‘He-Man’ of Indian cinema – passed away at 89. While the world remembers him for his unmatched charm, charisma and a six-decade career packed with iconic roles, those closest to him know that his truest refuge existed far from the arc lights. Nestled in the lush folds of Lonavala, his 100-acre farmhouse stands today as a poetic reminder of who he really was: a man who carried Punjab’s earthy simplicity in his heart, no matter how towering his stardom became.

A Luxury That Breathes, Not Shines

Unlike the ultra-modern celebrity estates that dominate Mumbai’s landscape, Dharmendra’s Lonavala home celebrates a different kind of luxury that is rooted in comfort, nostalgia and nature. The house is wrapped in warm materials: weathered wood, natural stone, clay-washed walls and heavy, inviting sofas that feel lived-in rather than styled.

There are no cold marble expanses, no steel-and-glass spectacle. Instead, every corner reflects a simplicity that has been softened by years of memories. Designed for slow mornings, shared meals and people dropping by unannounced, the home mirrors Dharmendra’s warmth – generous, open, and quietly magnificent.

An Estate That Lives And Breathes With The Seasons

One of the most striking features of the estate is how alive it is. Spread across 100 acres of rolling green, Dharmendra’s farmhouse was never a vanity purchase. It was a return to his roots. Raised in Sahnewal, Punjab, farming wasn’t a hobby for him; it was muscle memory. Even during his busiest years in cinema, he remained deeply connected to the rhythm of the land.

Fields of vegetables, fruit orchards and even small rice patches grew under his watch. He loved plucking mangoes, watering saplings, even chasing ducks – moments he often shared with fans on Instagram. The estate also houses buffaloes, adding to its pastoral charm. For Dharmendra, these weren’t props; they were remnants of the life that shaped him.

A Retreat That Captured His Truest Self

What makes the farmhouse truly special is how unapologetically personal it is. Quiet walking trails wind through the property, offering views of open skies he adored. The lighting inside the home is soft, warm and intimate – the kind that encourages conversations over tea rather than curated photo ops.

This was the space where Dharmendra laughed the loudest, worked the land with his own hands and spent long evenings surrounded by family. It is here that he reconnected with the boy from Punjab who never really left.

A Legacy Rooted In Earth, Not Glamour

As the film industry mourns the passing of a legend, his Lonavala farmhouse stands as a testament to the man behind the myth – grounded, generous and deeply connected to nature. It reflects a philosophy of living that prioritised peace over pomp, routine over spectacle, and authenticity over artifice.

Dharmendra leaves behind a cinematic legacy, yes – but also a quieter legacy in Lonavala: a world he built not for the camera, but for himself.