We went to Nilkantheshwar on last weekend. A great place. This is the way to the temple. A walk of around 3/4 kms each way. But worth going there. And in monsoons it's even lovelier.
It's around 50kms from Pune, near Panshet. The drive till there is equally beuatiful.
Saw these in Dapoli. We stayed in a resort called "Sea Princess". A very nice and affordable place to enjoy the beach. The back door opens to the beach and its amazing.
Dont expect anything in food. Be ready to be at their mercy......