Built from Mallorcan blonde stone, this rural villa is in a quiet location in the heart of the island. Based on a farm estate and surrounded by trees, meadows and fields, it’s the kind of place where you slow down and tune into the little things, like the cicadas chirping and the wind rustling the leaves of the ancient olive trees. It’s an ideal home for families, with a lovely pool and an unfussy interior in a traditional style. We love the outdoor kitchen for barbecues on balmy summer’s nights, but the real star of the show is the mesmerising mountain view. The villa is inland, but with a pool like this, we doubt you’ll be missing the beach much. If you fancy feeling the sand between your toes though, the vibrant seaside resort of Alcudia is 35 minutes away, and you’re about the same distance from Palma’s glorious cathedral and winding medieval streets.

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