Maria’s place is just wonderful. We’ve just come back from a two week break and have to say it’s one of the nicest places we’ve ever stayed.
The finca itself is about 40 mins from Palma airport and despite being off the main road, is very easy to find. Once you’re through the gated entrance, you’re surrounded by olive trees, red earth and blue skies. It’s really magical - so peaceful and secluded. The finca itself is very well appointed. The kitchen (which has everything you need), dining and sitting room are all open plan which gives a lovely sense of space on the ground level. There’s also a double bedroom and a bathroom on the ground level. Upstairs are the two other bedrooms (a large twin room + extra camp bed) and a double bedroom, with a shared bathroom.
Outside is a very large terrace - perfect for al fresco eating any time of day, lounging, outdoor BBQ, wood oven. There’s also a utility room with washing machine and beach supplies (parasol, loungers) and another bathroom with loo and shower. The pool is just beyond and is perfect for kids, big and small. The surrounding olive groves are just gorgeous and perfect for strolls and exploring. Our kids loved spotting the rabbits and partridges and we all became really fond of the two cockerels and hens with their chicks milling around the finca by day and sleeping in the trees by night.
Basically, it’s a fab place to unwind and do nothing but swim and relax, if that’s what you’re after. Yet it’s minutes from the towns of Santinyi (fantastic markets on Wednesdays and Saturdays) and Campos for amenities. And then you have the pick of sandy beaches to visit for - many of which are within a 20 min drive so v easy to combine finca time and something else every day. We even managed a day trip to Palma which is well worth a visit.
Maria was a wonderful host. We were really delayed getting into Palma airport and she was there to greet us at 1am. She’d left us things for breakfast (bread, milk, juice and fruit etc) and a bottle of wine - such a lovely touch. For the rest of our stay, we communicated really easily via WhatsApp - it was all really straightforward. Maria has also put together a great guide to the local area including things like restaurant recommendations, beaches, local markets - super helpful.
In short Maria’s finca is just wonderful. The perfect place to unwind and relax but also explore the beautiful island of Mallorca. I wish we could have stayed longer!