Everything about our stay in Cala Tuent was prefect. From the very beginning, before we even arrived, Karel was an extremely helpful host, supplying us with a treasure trove of help tips on where to go, what to see and do, where to eat and buy food. The house itself is like living in a small castle, and can sleep 14 very comfortably. The pool is beautiful and perfect for kids, as it has underwater steps, rather than ladders. The outdoor dining table is perfect for breakfast, lunch and dinner, providing shade even at mid-day. Also, as the house is up the hill, it gets a nice, cooling breeze. And the sunsets can't be beat. Finally, the caretakers Magdalena and Isidro are wonderful people who are there when you need them, but otherwise you won't even notice they're there – unless of course Isidro is dropping off boxes of fresh oranges from the orange groves! And Magdalena knitted two cute hats for the little children as a going-away gift.

The beach is only a few minutes walk away. It's a small, pebble beach. Not good for building sand castles, but otherwise great for the kids and adults alike. The house is very remote, surrounded by mountains and beautiful, quiet nature – a prefect place to escape. However, if you want to be close to any sort of action, this isn't the place for you. The nearest grocery story is an hour away and getting in and out of Cala Tuent requires driving up and down one of the most serpentine series of switchbacks I've ever seen.

Some small negative comments:

The gas grill is too small to cook for more than 6 people. Considering the number of guests the house can hold, a proper gas grill would be a great benefit.

The outdoor dining table can seat 10 adults, but it's a tight squeeze. The table is really meant for 8 adults, max. A bigger table would also be a great addition.

Finally, this is no fault of the house or the hosts, but there are some vicious gnats that come out in the evening. Better fans in each of the bedrooms would help prevent bites when sleeping, and would remove any stuffiness when it gets hot.

Other than these three things, everything was great and we would return in a heartbeat. This was one of those vacations where it was difficult to leave!