8/10 Good
Patrick K.
5 Aug 2018
Great Property and Setting - Could be even better with some TLC.
A stunningly beautiful House set on a rural, wooded hill side about 5km from the charming Mallorcan Town of Pollenca. The Pool and gardens are the star of the property, the living space indoors is traditional and comfortable.
Our group enjoyed the stay hugely and were impressed.
The property is managed by a local company who are good communicators and reliable.
Our feedback to the owner/management company is the property and facilities are very good but could be absolutely fantastic if:
1) With a little investment in pool-side furniture (broken loungers and shades - not good)
2) If things are broken - repair them or replace them promptly- leaving broken or non-functioning items at the property creates a bad impression.
3) Invest in a few decent pots and pans, a few fans for the bedrooms, large tumbler glasses for long drinks and a few coffee mugs - little things make a lot of difference
4) Consider leaving a basic welcome pack for guests (Water, salt, sugar, instant coffee, a bottle of local wine and some bread and cheese) a few Euros invested here makes a great impression with clients.
5) A pool as good as this deserves better maintenance (broken tiles, dirt on the bottom and inadequate chemical treatment/PH balance)
6) Gardens/pots/plants would benefit from more regular care (they look a bit unloved)
Advice to potential guests - Its a great place to stay but be aware that:
1) Access is challenging for larger vehicles (people carriers and 4x4)
2) Not suitable for the elderly or unsupervised younger (under 5s) children due lots of steps and stairs and the deep unfenced pool.
3) Shop before you arrive at the house - there is no welcome pack (not even water).
4) There is free wifi - but it is slow (adequate for email, not video streaming, so teenagers with gadgets will be frustrated)
5) Kitchen is a bit basic on pots/pans etc. So aspiring chefs will be disappointed with the facilities. Fine for simple meal preparation though and there is a large BBQ.
6) Lots of ants and mosquitos (be prepared)
7) No Beach Towels - bring your own for the pool.
8) Only one fan - if it's above 30c - you need fans.
Patrick K.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018