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Sprawling gated home with Orange Grove and Pool in the middle of Fornaltux

Sprawling gated home with Orange Grove and Pool in the middle of Fornaltux

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Terrace around pool as seen from the living room
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View of the dining terrace from pool lounge chair in the Autumn light.

Overview of Sprawling gated home with Orange Grove and Pool in the middle of Fornaltux

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 9372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Check out the area

Fornalutx, Mallorca
  • Popular LocationFerrocarril de Soller Train Station6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort de Sóller Marina10 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort de Soller Lighthouse11 min drive
  • AirportPalma de Mallorca (PMI)49 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Sprawling gated home with Orange Grove and Pool in the middle of Fornaltux

GENERAL
This sprawling gated home is nestled in the 11th century village of Fornalutx, just minutes drive from Soller and the beach town of Puerto de Soller. It is located on one of the very few and rare drivable and quiet streets in Fornalutx, and is also just a 3 minute walk to the town's center. You can often see children playing on the street because there is hardly any traffic. The home was converted from an historic Olive Mill by our grandmother in the late 50s and since the late 90's has been lovingly updated by our mother. Antique ceramic tiles accent the bathroom and kitchen walls, and all metal work including the gates, fixtures and lamps were hand-crafted by the town blacksmith. Once you enter the gate, you are welcomed by cascading bougainvilleas, climbing roses, lavender, orange trees, and rosemary, and the soothing flow of the creek nearby. There are 3 parking spots - 2 cars (or 3 small cars) can fit within the gates, and 1 just outside the gate off the street.

INTERIOR
The home has 4 bedrooms, - 2 bedrooms have King size beds, 1 bedroom has 2 double beds and one bedroom has a queen size bed (can sleep two children or one adult). There are 3 1/2 newly remodeled/updated baths and a newly remodeled/updated kitchen. The kitchen has a dishwasher, microwave, gas and electric stove and oven, and of course, a refrigerator. The dining room is remodeled and adjacent to the kitchen and then flows into the living room that leads out to the outdoor eating area, the pool and the very large garden. The living room has a fireplace and TV (no cable). The view from the living room and terrace is vast, looking over roof tops, bougainvilleas, majestic mountains and the magnificent valley below.

GARDEN
The pool is flanked by climbing roses, bougainvilleas, hibiscus plants and the orange grove. Sitting by the pool is one of the world’s greatest treats, with the gentle flow of the creek; the distant sound of the goats’ bells as they climb the hills; the lingering scent of jasmine and orange blossoms; and the spectacular view. Just beyond the pool and orange grove is the petanc court (bocce ball). We’ve had some great tournaments there!

BEDROOMS AND BATHS
The two upstairs bedrooms share a beautifully remodeled bathroom with antique mallorcan tiles. The larger bedroom, with king size bed, has a terrace overlooking the garden and valley. The second bedroom has two twin beds and a view of the dramatic mountains. Both rooms have A/C. The third bedroom is off the foyer, and has a double bed and A/C. This bedroom is steps from the second full bathroom with shower and tub. The fourth and fifth bedrooms suites have king beds. These bedrooms have separate entrances and are accessed through the terraces off the main foyer and kitchen. These suites have full bathrooms, walk in closets, A/C and have their own indoor and outdoor seating.

VILLAGE
The home is very private, despite being just a 3 minute walk to the village plaza. As you walk along the cobblestone streets, you pass the carefully tended stone homes, all of which contribute to the beauty of the village. The plaza is the center of this ancient Moorish town with a quaint, fully equipped convenient store, a bank, post office, natural and traditional pharmacy, bakery, and several wonderful restaurants and cafes, and a magnificent church. The cafes at the plaza are open from the early morning until 1 or 2 at night (depending on how much fun you are having - the owners tend to stay open as long as you are ordering). There is also great hiking trails just steps from the house.

Unlike many new homes in Fornalutx, we are located on a quiet street that you can both drive and safely walk on all the way to the plaza - in other words we are not on a walking-only street (or on one of the many streets with steps) where you can't drive or park your car, and, as importantly, we are not on the main road leading into town, with fast driving cars and buses and no dedicated sidewalk to stroll into the village. Notably, our home is located in town, not on the outskirts of town or on the other side of the creek up in the hills.


IF YOU NEED MORE FLEXIBILITY WITH YOUR DATES, KINDLY MESSAGE US, AS I WOULD LOVE TO WELCOME YOU TO OUR HOME.

Property manager

Alicia Engstrom

Languages

English, French, Norwegian, Spanish, Swedish

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
Defined as any noise complaint

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoors but must dispose in designated areas.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: defined as any noise complaint
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadlock
Property Registration Number ETV/1244

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fornalutx

This holiday home is located in Fornalutx. Port de Sóller Marina and Ecovinyassa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ferrocarril de Soller Train Station and Balearic Museum of Natural Sciences. Travelling with kids? Consider Museu de la Mar, or check out an event or a game at XtremKart. Jet skiing and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.

What's nearby

  • Ferrocarril de Soller Train Station - 6 min drive
  • Church of Sant Bartomeu - 9 min drive
  • Port de Sóller Marina - 10 min drive
  • Port de Soller Lighthouse - 11 min drive
  • Playa de Port de Sóller - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Es Caülls Station - 24 min drive
  • Palma de Mallorca (PMI) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe Soller - 7 min drive
  • Bar Bini - 7 min drive
  • Sa Fàbrica de Gelats - 6 min drive
  • Nunu - 7 min drive
  • Do de Pit - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sprawling gated home with Orange Grove and Pool in the middle of Fornaltux have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Sprawling gated home with Orange Grove and Pool in the middle of Fornaltux pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sprawling gated home with Orange Grove and Pool in the middle of Fornaltux?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sprawling gated home with Orange Grove and Pool in the middle of Fornaltux?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sprawling gated home with Orange Grove and Pool in the middle of Fornaltux located?

This family-friendly Fornalutx holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Ecovinyassa, Ferrocarril de Soller Train Station and Balearic Museum of Natural Sciences. Municipal Market of Sòller and Can Prunera Museum of Modernism are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.8/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Richard F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's a little bit of Eden
The charms of this house cannot be over-stated. Too bad that the owners don't provide more pictures because it is a very photogenic property. And the view is killer. Two of the larger bedrooms are very comfortable, but the large bedroom on the lower outside level does not get as cool as the others do. There are two smaller bedroom that might be good for kids, but not for adults. The shared areas are beautifully appointed and the house is spotlessly clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

Elizabeth V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wish we could stay forever
We had the most amazing stay at this property. From the property itself, to the location and proximity to town but balanced by privacy, it was everything we could have asked for and more! The entire time my kids kept asking “can we stay here forever!?!” and we wish we could have said yes! Out of the 3 locations we visited in Mallorca, this was hands down our favorite!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Jacqueline K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding great house
From the first to the last minute of our stay we were delighted with this fantastic house and property. The furnishings are very high quality and lovely. We were there as a family and everyone had plenty of space to enjoy peace and quiet or have fun all together. We were very excited and it was even more beautiful on site than in the pictures. The location is also great. Fornalutx is magical. Thank you Alicia and Lucia for this beautiful vacation!!! Also for good communication. We would love to come back again. Jacqueline
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

4/5 Good

Julie K.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
chilled place to stay
A mix of friends joined me at various stages at this house in Fornaltux and we all agreed that the pool was the highlight. The peace and quiet sitting out there during the day and in the evening was amazing, one would hardly know you were just a few minutes walk from a busy village square. The house is old and atmospheric, a converted mill, but some areas need work! there was a great deal of damp in the lower studio room, a fair bit of woodworm in ceiling beams that showered down here and there onto beds and floors, the upper bathroom had a few issues and could do with an update. Unfortunately, the local lady who manages the house had family troubles during our stay and was rarely available to help with a few problems we had. Perhaps someone in reserve would be a good idea? Despite this, we had a lovely 12 days, the village is wonderful, great bakeries, bars and little shops and the main store had everything you could need, including excellent fresh meat. The street down to the house is really narrow and only suitable for small cars - perhaps this should be included in the spec for the house. The car hire 'upgraded me' (always a mistake!) and I had to swap back to something smaller on day 2 before I had a nervous breakdown. On the whole a nice stay though
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Alicia Engstrom

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My mother bought this property in the 1950's when she was looking for refuge from the cold and dark winter days in Sweden. She lovingly converted it from an olive mill into the light filled home it is today. She was a painter and fell in love with the lull of the rambling creek and the the abundance of flowers on the property. We have cared and loved for this house for almost 70 years.

Why they chose this property

Despite being a stone's throw from the center of town, this home feels like it is in the middle of the countryside. It is a sprawling home with many open spaces, grouped seating, indoor and outdoor lounging and dining areas. Ideal for a large group as guests have space to spread out but also intimate spaces to congregate. It is very private and quiet.

What makes this property unique

Large home with ample space. Large pool with beautiful vistas. Several private terraces. Sunny and shady areas to lounge. On property parking. 2 minute walk to town plaza.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish, Norwegian, Swedish
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