Families/couples preferred Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
In a small residence of just 12 apartments with a circular communal swimming pool and spacious sun terrace, Voramar Uno is a pleasant, comfortably furnished one bedroom apartment on the first floor. Voramar Uno has its own furnished terrace which overlooks the pool and is perfect for relaxing or dining. There is a spacious living room with a sofa bed and kitchen area.
Puerto Pollensa centre with its attractive port, the Pine Walk and the many restaurants, bars and attractions are within easy walking distance.
Voramar Uno - the swimming pool and residence building
Voramar Uno - the lounge area leading on to the terrace
Voramar Uno - the twin bedroom
Voramar Uno - the terrace overlooking the swimming pool
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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 unforgettable 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 still retains some of its historical flavour sporting grand mansions and a magnificent Gothic cathedral in its bustling centre. The north coast 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 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 plus a wide selection of restaurants serving cuisines that cater for all tastes. Like everything else in Puerto Pollensa, the scene after dark remains fairly 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, although there are plenty of more lively bars and restaurants around the square. 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, and cycling on the many minor roads just inland. 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 lee of the Tramuntana Mountains. It is a peaceful old town that has been largely unaffected by tourism, established a few miles inland to protect against any sudden pirate attacks; its harbour, Puerto Pollensa, was left as an unprotected outpost. 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. Just north of the square is the Via Crucis (Way of the Cross), a long stone stairway comprising 365 steps, bordered by ancient cypress trees, to the top of El Calvario. At the top, 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 with a number of interesting places to visit: Museum of Pollensa, Museum of Marti Vicenc, Museum of Dionis Bennasser, the Gothic Tower in its wonderful garden of indigenous plants and the Cloisters of Sant Domingo Convent, which now stages cultural activities such as the Pollensa Music Festival and the Municipal Museum.
EL CASTELL DEL REI (The King’s Castle) is located in a strategic position overlooking Pollensa and the surrounding countryside. It is possibly an Arab construction built on the ruins of an earlier primitive castle. The track from the castle crosses the fertile area of Pollensa, with traces of waterwheels, channels, water-mills and the popular fountain of 'L’Algaret'.
TALAIA D’ALBERCUIX. This watchtower was built at the end of the 16th century to warn of Moorish landings. It is sited at the beginning of Formentor’s mountain chain at a height of 380 metres (about 1200 feet). It has incredible panoramic views of the whole northern region.
CALA SAN VICENTE - Puerto Pollensa's near neighbour is an attractive resort that nestles around four sandy coves in the shadow of the Formentor Peninsula and the amazing Cavall Bernat and is a perfect resort for family holidays. The famous prehistoric caves situated near the public park and historic enclosure of the ‘Encinares’ residential area, on the way in to Cala San Vicente are believed to be funeral caves belonging to the Mediterranean Bronze Age.
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, guarded by large towers. Near the town, at Polentia, is a well preserved Roman amphitheatre and one of Mallorca’s oldest churches, the Orator de Santa Anna.
The FORMENTOR PENINSULA - 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 spectacular viewing points with dramatic sea views and many opportunities to view many species of birds that nest in the area.
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 is 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 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 AIRLINES FROM EUROPE All major airlines fly to Palma de Mallorca from most major cities in Europe. LOW COST AIRLINES: Easyjet - www.easyjet.com - flies from London 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, www.sixt.com.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Palma de Mallorca: 65 km
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
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Dining seating for 3, Lounge seating for 2, Sleeps maximum of 3
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Shared outdoor pool (unheated), Shared garden
Further details indoors: Voromar Uno sleeps two people comfortably and there is a sofa bed in the living area if a third bed is required. The apartment is well equipped for holiday living and benefits from air conditioning and french doors which open onto a small private terrace with table and chairs.
Further details outdoors: The communal area surrounding the circular pool and sun terrace are surrounded by hedges and various flowering shrubs and plants.
Further details
* When you are booking your flights please note that you will not be able to occupy the apartment until 1500 * On your day of departure you will be expected to vacate the apartment by 1000. * A basic welcome pack is included in the cost of the rental * In making bookings for the Voramar Apartment we are acting as agents for Select Family Villas S.L.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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520£ 520
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395£ 395
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355£ 355
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Christmas 2008
21 Dec 08
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520£ 520
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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 apartment. * Where bookings cross seasonal date bands an individual costing will be necessary. * Maid service is provided once 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 and information 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, although they can be made by PayPal and we reserve the right to pass on the merchant's charges.
SECURITY DEPOSIT - a refundable security deposit of €150 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 63 days and 42 days - 50 % of the rental cost * Between 42 and 28 days - 80 % of the rental cost * Within 28 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.
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Advertiser joined: 16 Jan 2007 This property added: 27 Nov 2007
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