This house in Deia is a wonderful delight! It is still very authentic, with lots of antiques and original artwork. The courtyard was beautiful and we were so happy to have that outdoor space to hang out in the mornings and as a family. There are lots of stairs though, so if mobility is any issue, this house would not work. We managed it fine and it added to the while experience.
The location was perfect for us and Deia was a great choice to stay in order to explore the Serra de Tramuntana. Deia is quiet and not overly touristy like Valdemossa. Many restaurants and a couple of grocery stores too. It is just a 5 minute walk to the gorgeous Belmond Residencia resort and we spent a couple of nights there for sunset drinks. You are also very close to the church so you get to hear the bells all day.
There is also a plunge pool just across the road that our boys used a couple of times. It was too cold when we were there, but I’m sure that during a normal Summer it would be a very welcome relief.
The beds were comfy. The upstairs main shower was excellent! The guest house shower was very awkward though with the main shower head positioned strangely. That needs to be addressed.
Some of the outdoor pillows had rips in them, and a few of the chairs were falling apart. One of the kitchen chairs broke the first time we sat on it and we are not big people. I think that the management needs to spend a little time and money making some of those needed repairs to bring it up to par.
There was a little welcome basket of fruit which was a nice touch.
It is on a one-way, narrow and winding road. We had a smallish car, but parking was still very difficult. Driving in this region is challenging, yet fun. But if you are driving (and you do need a car), make sure you have a small vehicle.
Also, if you have a problem with mosquitoes, bring insect repellent.
The walk down to the closest beach is long but the walk back is much harder. Unless you are very fit, drive. But it is beautiful. The restaurant there, Ca Patro, had a fantastic view (you must have a reservation), but some of the most expensive food (and not the best). We went once and I would still go back. The beach there is extremely rocky. Water shoes in this area would be a big plus. The water is very clean and clear everywhere.
I would recommend this house and this location if you like a local, authentic experience but I would recommend possibly renting it through another avenue. It’s a shame, because it’s such a wonderful house. But the way it started out is no fun when you are on holiday.
Deia is a beautiful town, and the entire area is magical. It is not far distance wise from Palma, but feels a million miles away. It is some of the most spectacular scenery anywhere in the world!
If you love mountains, driving winding roads with amazing views, rocky beach coves and great food and wine, this area of Mallorca is truly outstanding. The small towns in this area are gorgeous too. We liked Pollenca, Soller, Balybunfor and Sa Calobra. Valldemossa was very pretty but overly touristy. Be warned, the road to Sa Calobra was crazy hairpin turns with cliffs and very narrow. We went in the late afternoon to avoid most of the buses and cyclists. Early morning might also be good. But it was worth it!