Godrej Lakeside orchard - Review
We recently visited Godrej Lakeside orchard and felt it is worth sharing our impressions for anyone contemplating a home in this fast-growing stretch of Bengaluru. Tucked away just on Sarjapur Road, this project struck us as a rare blend of green, open spaces and thoughtful urban planning - something that’s becoming increasingly elusive in this part of the city.
Sprawled across 15.9 acres, the project is planned as a low-density, orchard-themed community, which immediately sets it apart from the densely packed apartment clusters popping up along Sarjapur.
What Caught Our Eye
One of the standout features for us was the dedicated orchard garden. True to its name, the development integrates fruit-bearing trees - cherry, starfruit, litchi - to recreate a calm, garden-like atmosphere within the campus. Plus, being situated right beside Hadosiddapura Lake adds to the charm, making it easy to imagine early morning walks here, or just sitting under the shade on a lazy weekend, soaking in the tranquillity that’s so rare in an otherwise bustling corridor.
Project Overview
Godrej Lakeside orchard is planned in two phases, with eight towers in total. Each tower rises G+25 floors, built over two basements. Altogether, there are about 980 units which accommodates 875 families ranging from comfortable 2 , 3 , 3.5 and spacious 4.5 BHKs, sized between 1274 , 1790 , 2100 and 2,700 sq. ft respectively.
Each apartment comes with one dedicated car parking slot. There’s also an option to purchase an additional parking space (subject to availability) for around ₹6 lakh.
The launch of phase 1 was in Sept 2024 pricing around ₹11,000 - 12,000 per sq. ft, and phase 2 just launched in March 2025 at ₹12,300 per sq. ft so the effective cost lands anywhere between ₹1.6 Cr to ₹3.3 Cr (exclusive of registration and statutory costs). When we last checked, there were about 190 units still available - mostly 3 BHKs.
RERA indicates a possession timeline of 2030, but the developer has hinted at an earlier handover by June 2028, which, if achieved, would be commendable.
All the construction here is done by Kalpataru using the Mivan technique, so the structure quality is consistent. There’s no option to change the layout or make structural modifications.
Stepping Inside: The 3.5 BHK Walkthrough
We toured the 3.5 BHK (2163 sqft) model flat, which left us with a fairly positive impression of the space planning and finishes:
- Entrance & Foyer: The entrance opens to a compact foyer , to the side is the 0.5 BHK - a versatile space ideal as a home office or study room, complete with its own attached washroom.
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Living & Dining: The living and dining areas are laid out as one continuous open space, spilling into a generous balcony that invites natural light and cross ventilation.
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Kitchen: The kitchen is spacious and smartly designed with distinct wet and dry areas.
- Bedrooms: The master bedroom feels generously spacious as compared to what other projects generally offer at this built up area , comes with a dedicated wardrobe section, an attached washroom, and its own private balcony.
The other bedrooms come with full-height windows that fill the space with daylight, making them perfectly suited for children’s rooms or welcoming guest rooms.
Flooring is mostly vitrified tiles across the flat, while balconies come with wooden-finish tiles, adding a subtle warmth to the design.
Amenities & Sustainability
One of the highlights here is the 47,000+ sq. ft. clubhouse, designed to be the social hub of the community. From a well-equipped gym, swimming pool, mini theatre, and cafés to an amphitheatre and indoor games - the amenities seem thoughtfully curated to meet both everyday needs and leisure activities.
On the sustainability front, there are solar panels planned for geysers on top floors, a sewage treatment plant, and rainwater harvesting systems.
For now, water supply relies mainly on tankers, with borewells planned in the future - though that will depend on local approvals.
Connectivity & Location Considerations
Connectivity is generally decent, with multiple approach roads connecting the site to key parts of Sarjapur and beyond. The 50-ft wide approach road and equally wide internal roads within the project are definite positives.
However, we did notice that some stretches outside the campus still need improvement.
This is worth noting if daily commuting is a major factor - traffic bottlenecks near Sarjapur Junction remain an ongoing challenge.
Final Thoughts
Overall, we feel Godrej Lakeside orchard could be a promising choice for families who want to live amid nature without giving up the perks of modern community living. The orchard theme, ample green pockets, and extensive in-campus amenities make it feel more like a self-contained township - a practical solution for those who prefer spending more time inside the community rather than braving Sarjapur’s peak-hour jams daily.
For anyone looking at this corridor with a long-term lens, we believe the blend of brand trust, planned open spaces, and sensible layouts makes this project worth a closer look, provided you factor access road realities that come with Sarjapur today.