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Cipreses, a very private, comfortable, yet spacious villa in beautiful gardens with swimming pool located in the Siller area behind Puerto Pollensa but within easy walking distance of the beach, the Pine Walk and the resort centre with its many bars restaurants and shops. The villa has four bedrooms which have air conditioning and is ideal for families with children of all ages.
Villa Cipreses - viewed from across the pool and gardens
Villa Cipreses - the double bedroom
Villa Cipreses - the living room
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The Mallorca/Majorca region
Mallorca set in the Mediterranean, off the eastern coast of Spain is the largest of the Balearic Islands and the most varied. For many years Mallorca was synonymous with mass tourism but in recent years it has become a quality destination offering a wide range of holidays. This is an island of variety with all the ingredients for an unforgetable holiday - dramatic mountain scenery, golden sandy beaches, hidden coves, timeless villages and ancient monasteries.
Whilst some areas of the coast have been over developed with exuberant resorts, the capital, Palma, however, still retains some of its historical flavour sporting grand mansions and a magnificent Gothic cathedral in its bustling centre. The north coast still offers some secluded coves below the peaks of the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range, and several quaint old towns and villages, whilst the interior is largely the preserve of a thriving agricultural community, dotted with windmills, olive and almond trees.
Puerto Pollensa area
Puerto Pollensa is an attractive resort that stretches along a sheltered horseshoe-shaped bay lined with sandy beaches, set against the backdrop of the Boquer mountain range on the north coast of Mallorca. The popular resort has grown up around a scenic fishing port that served the picturesque old Roman town of Pollensa, situated a few miles inland. Far quieter and more laid back than the exuberant resorts of the Bay of Palma, Puerto Pollensa and its near neighbour, the tranquil resort of Cala San Vicente, attracts families and couples. Cafes, restaurants and tourist shops line the famous Pine Walk promenade along with some elegant hotels, which overlook the wide sandy beach and the bay, dotted with the colourful sails of yachts. Puerto Pollensa is renowned for some of the best fish restaurants on Mallorca and there is also a wide selection of restaurants serving cuisines that cater for all tastes. Like everything else in Puerto Pollensa, the scene after dark remains laid-back and quiet, visitors and locals alike taking time for the traditional ‘paseo’ or stroll from the marina along the Pine Walk, as far as the elegant Illa D’Or hotel. Puerto Pollensa offers a wide range of water sports enjoyed by young and old, with facilities and equipment available from various operators at the marina and along the beach. Glass bottom boat trips are available from the port. There are also opportunities for hiking along walking trails in the surrounding hills and scenic mountains. The resort has a good range of shops to cater for all your holiday needs and the market is held of a Wednesday in the Church Square.
Whilst there is much to see and do in Puerto Pollensa, there are some interesting places to visit in the neighbouring area:
Historic POLLENSA is situated in the hills, in the north of Mallorca, in the lee of the Tramuntana Mountains. It is a peaceful old town that has been largely unaffected by tourism. The town was established a few miles inland to protect against any sudden pirate attacks; its harbour, Puerto Pollensa, was left as an unprotected outpost but today the 'puerto' has grown into a popular family holiday resort.
Some of Pollensa's historic medieval centre remains around the Plaça Major, the main square, including the church of Nostra Senyora dels Àngels. From the outside the church is fairly austere, the sheer stone façade is pierced only by a large rose window, but the interior is highly decorative particularly during the packed Sunday morning services when it is ablaze with candles. Other than the church, the main square houses a cluster of bars and cafés, and on Sunday morning, a busy market. Just north of the square is the Via Crucis (Way of the Cross), a long stone stairway up the slope of El Calcario, bordered by ancient cypress trees. At the top of El Calvario, in a small chapel, is a much-revered statue of Mare de Déu del Peu de la Creu (Mother of God at the Foot of the Cross). On Good Friday, a figure of Jesus is slowly carried down the steps by torchlight in the Davallament (Lowering).
Pollensa is one of Mallorca’s most celebrated cultural towns and there are a number of interesting places to visit:.
CALA SAN VICENC - Puerto Pollensa's near neighbour is an attractive resort that nestles round 4 sandy coves in the shadow of the Formentor Peninsula and is perfect for family holidays.
The FORMENTOR PENINSULAR, the bony northern most spur of the Serra de Tramuntana, stretches some 20 km north from the Bay of Pollensa and is an area of great natural beauty with wooded valleys, plunging cliffs, magnificent seascapes and a wonderful beach, the Platja de Formentor. Along the road to the lighthouse at the top of the Cap there are some wonderful viewing points with wonderful sea views and many opportunities to view many species of birds that nest in the area.
ALCUDIA (Old Town) - the ancient town of Alcudia, not to be confused with the modern resort 3km to its south, has a fascinating and turbulent history. The Phoenicians and Greeks settled here and the Romans made it their capital in the 2nd century BC. Destroyed by the Vandals in the 6th century it was rebuilt again by the Moors before being liberated by King Jaime I of Spain in the early 1200s. The Spanish sensibly fortified the city; its massive city walls date from this era. Today visitors still enter the narrow streets of the old town through one of the two gates, which are guarded by large towers. Near the town, at Polentia, is a well preserved Roman amphitheatre and the Orator de Santa Anna, one of Mallorca's oldest churches.
ARTA - The ancient hilltop town of Arta close to the east coast of Mallorca has been occupied for about 3,000 years. Many visitors come to see the remains of its Bronze Age settlement at Ses Paisses, just outside the town which is set in a grove of olive, carob and holm oak trees. From the Santuari de Sant Salvador, the chapel-shrine on top of the hill, above Arta there is a wonderful view of the town with its bleached rooftops spilling down the hillside below the battlements of a Moorish fortress. The town is particularly lively on Tuesdays, which is market day.
LLUC - To the west of Puerto Pollensa after a wonderful drive through the Serra de Tramuntana you come to the remote mountain village of Lluc. Set in a valley Lluc has been an important place of pilgrimage since the 13th century. Lluc became Mallorca’s most sacred site when a shepherd boy discovered a dark wooden statue of the Virgin in a cleft in the rock. The miraculous statue returned to its cave three times after being placed in the local church. Now the statue, known as La Moreneta, has been encrusted with precious stones and presides in its own chapel, receiving pilgrims and tourists who come to pay homage each day. On Sundays a traditional boys' choir gives a concert at 11am in the monastery where the statue resides.
How to get there
The main airport in Mallorca is Palma de Mallorca, which is served by a number of airlines from all over Europe.
SCHEDULED AIRLINES from the UK British Airways - www.ba.com - flies from London Gatwick British Midlands - www.bmi.com- flies from London Heathrow Monarch - www.flymonarch.com - flies from Manchester Air Berlin - www.airberlin.com - flies from London Stansted LOW COST AIRLINES Easyjet - www.easyjet.com - flies from Gatwick, Luton, Stansted: Bristol, Liverpool and Newcastle Bmibaby - www.bmibaby.com - flies from Birmingham, Cardiff, East Midlands,Manchester and Teeside/Durham Flybe - www.flybe.com - flies from Birmingham and Exeter Jet2 - www.jet2.com - flies from Leeds/Bradford Ryanair - www.ryanair.com - flies from Liverpool and Stansted CHARTER AIRLINES Palma de Mallorca is well served by charter airlines from the UK, look at - www.airline-network.co.uk, www.flightsdirect.com, www.thomsonfly.com
CAR HIRE All major car hire companies are represented at Palma Airport, cars can also be rented in Pollensa and Puerto Pollensa. The following web sites will be of assistance: www.holidayautos.com; www.europcar.com; www.avis.com; www.hertz.com.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Palma: 65 km
Ferry:
Alcudia
Activities near Puerto Pollensa
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
DVD player
General:
Central heating, Air conditioning, TV, Satellite TV
Single beds (5), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 7, Sleeps maximum of 7
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Cipreses is a comfortable and spacious villa on one level and is ideal for a family with children of all ages. Set amongst beautifully maintained, mature gardens and completely fenced and accessed through electric gates makes Cipreses a very private property.
The villa is furnished in an attractive and modern style with cool tiled floors and white walls throughout. The living room has a feature fireplace, comfortable settees, Satellite television, DVD player and French doors which open onto a covered terrace which is furnished with attractive cane furniture and some wonderful amphora. The kitchen is well equipped with an electric hob and oven, dishwasher, microwave and breakfast table as well as external access to the terrace. There is further terrace used for al fresco dining with a table and chairs and a built in barbecue. There is a washing machine located in a separate laundry room.
There are four bedrooms which have air conditioning. The master double bedroom has a full bathroom en suite and there are two twin bedrooms and a single bedroom which share two shower rooms.
Further details outdoors: The swimming pool, measuring 10 x 5 metres is surrounded by terracing furnished with sun loungers and has roman steps at one end. The house and pool are surrounded by well kept gardens which have been planted with cypress, palms, oleander as well as many other plants and shrubs. The terraces and garden are also dotted with pots of colourful flowers.
Further details
* When you are booking your flights please note that you will not be able to occupy Cipreses until 1500 * On your day of departure you will be expected to vacate the villa by 1000. * A welcome food pack is included in the cost of the rental * In making bookings for Cipreses we are acting as agents for Select Family Villas S.L.
Conditions
The Villa Cipreses is only available for holiday lets between 31 May and 01 October.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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September 2008
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1490£ 1,490
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June 2009
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1530£ 1,530
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July 2009
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2550£ 2,550
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August 2009
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2625£ 2,625
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September 2009
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1590£ 1,590
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. The prices quoted above are based on the full occupancy of the villa. * Where bookings cross seasonal date bands an individual costing will be necessary. * Maid service is provided twice per week. * A welcome starter pack is included in the weekly rental. * Additional Services: Cots - 25 euro per week: High Chairs 15 - Euro per week. Please contact us for information on additional maid service, cooks and taxis, boat rental, horse riding and cycle hire. Prices also are available on request.
TO BOOK - a deposit of 25% of the full rental cost is required at the time of booking and the balance to be paid six weeks before the start of the rental.
Payments are preferred by cheque or bank transfer, although they can be made by PayPal but we reserve the right to pass on the merchant's charges.
SECURITY DEPOSIT - a refundable security deposit of €300 is payable locally to the managing agents, Select Family Villas SL by credit card impression .
CANCELLATION CHARGES - if you unfortunately have to cancel the following charges will apply:
* More than 63 days before start of the rental - loss of deposit * Between 62 days and 42 days - 50 % of the rental cost * Between 41 and 28 days - 80 % of the rental cost * Within 27 days of the start of the rental - 100% of the cost of the rental
For this reason we would strongly urge you to take out comprehensive travel insurance that includes adequate cover in the unlikely event that you have to cancel.
Availability notes
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Contact details for home 37620
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Name:
Linda Bethell
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Advertiser joined: 16 Jan 2007 This property added: 14 Sep 2007
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