This finca’s story started in the 19th century when a family of Menorcan merchants built their weekend getaway on the top of a hill surrounded by beautiful pastoral countryside. The family would come to enjoy the wildlife, to hunt and to entertain in the elegant house.
Acquired recently by its current owners, the property was brought back to its bygone splendour with elements of classical Minorcan architecture and rediscovered hidden charms such as a beautifully landscaped garden, authentic vaulted ceilings and Cuban handmade tiles.
All was done to respect its heritage but also to bring something of today’s world to it. A trusted relationship between the local artisans and innovating architects resulted in a simple but refined place, truly unique and in harmony with its surroundings. The Finca has an immediate calming effect on people, one just slows down in readiness to enjoy the finer things in life.
Only ten kilometres from the nearest beach, the finca enjoys a very exclusive and private position nestled in its 60 hectares of land in the heart of Menorca, between the white towns of Alaior and Es Migjorn. The Finca is surrounded by nature and is a reflection of the tradition and the refinement of the Mediterranean world.
The ground floor exudes a very Menorcan atmosphere with vaulted ceilings and white washed walls. It is pure and light but also an essentially noble space. The first floor has more of a strong personality with a rich palette of colours, especially around the shared spaces, it tells us about the history of the finca in all its splendour. Finally the second floor is discrete and minimalistic, ideal retreat from the rest of the house. What does unite the different styles is that each room is a unique creation adorned with richly coloured authentic tiles and enjoys a stunning panoramic view of the Menorcan countryside with sunrise or sunset visible from every window.
The hidden gem of the Balearic Islands, Menorca is a wonderfully wild and natural island on which an intimate atmosphere and subtle charm is sure to win you over. Menorca has long been a closely guarded secret and, situated as it is off the beaten track of mass tourism, its natural environment has remained largely unspoilt. Boasting a rich diversity of fauna and flora, picturesque little villages and a genuine local culture, Menorca is a rough diamond with authentic Mediterranean charm.
The islands size means it’s easy to travel around and discover its main asset: a 216 kilometre long coastline dotted with untouched coves and crystal clear waters. In short, Menorca is a paradise on Earth and that’s without mentioning its breathtaking landscapes, welcoming inhabitants, original traditions such as the “jaleo” horse-dancing fiesta and delicious Mediterranean cuisine.
Amenities: Full board • 1,000m2 • 11 bedrooms and an extra bedroom for six children, each with its own ensuite • Each bedroom varies in size ranging from 17m2 to 30m2, outfitted with a king sized double bed and a private bathroom or shower room provided • One of the bedrooms, the ground floor and all the outside space including the swimming pool have been built with full accessibility to guests with reduced mobility • 25m long pool • Outside kitchen area with BBQ • Library and card game table • Terraces at different levels of the house • Petanque pitch • Children’s outside play area • Table tennis • Cinema projection room • Hammocks hanging from pine trees for dreamy siestas • Fully equipped gym • Yoga studio and deck overlooking olive tree groves
Extras: Bike rides, horse trails, kayak and boat outings for exploring of the island can be arranged.
Distances by car: Mahon: 20 minutes • Ciudadela: 25 minutes • Airport of Menorca: 20 minutes • Beaches: 15 minutes
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