Tom's place is really something unique - I can't say I've ever come across a place like this before and doubt I will again!
Highlights of the Lodge:
1. The outdoor shower - WOW. A little odd at first but in the evening you can see the sunset and it's truly peaceful! Loved this - used it at least once every day (it's powerful too, and plenty of hot water in case it is a little cool outside in the evenings)
2. The roof terrace - uninterrupted views over the landscape - amazing
3. The outdoor kitchen - makes you feel very 'at one' with nature, cooking but feeling like you're in the wild! Like camping, only way, way, way, way, better. The terrace was a lovely spot to eat meals at any time of the day
4. Pauli - the cat. The most sociable cat we've ever met, spending numerous evenings with us on the terrace :)
5. The hammock - so relaxing!
Things to know before you go:
1. You will 100% need a car - this place is out in the sticks (but obviously this gives it its charm!) and up a very steep hill. No public transport and definitely too steep up the hill to walk. Get a car anyway as there is so much to explore in Mallorca and a car is the best way to get around (roads generally quiet, not much traffic)
2. There is plenty at the lodge to cater for yourself, just no oven. We spent 5 days and had cooked breakfast every day and most dinners on the hob, no problem
3. You are on the east side of the island, but really it's not that big an island and you can get to the west coast in around 1 hour (Soller, Pollenca, etc). To the very north-west (Cap de Formentor) via windy mountain roads is still only 1hr 45 mins
4. There are LOTS of beautiful beaches within a 30 minute (or less drive), definitely worth exploring (Cala des mores, and the beach at Parc Mondrago)
5. I was a little apprehensive about the amenities that would be available, but the lodge had everything you could need - wifi, big tv (although we didn't watch any as we were too busy admiring the view outside!), coffee machine, even an alexa to control the lights and music etc!
6. Plenty of useful things and extra touches - lots of towels, books, extra 'bits' you might forget about
7. Tom was super helpful and very communicative up to and throughout our stay - the easiest way to talk is through whatsapp
All in all I would 100% recommend this place, what a great place to explore Mallorca from :)