Hidden at the end of an off-road track and cradled by the wild, craggy peaks of the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range, Villa Poligono’s setting exudes blissful rural seclusion. The views from this private 175-acre estate and former olive press are quite something, unfurling in a series of dramatic vistas of woodland, verdant valleys and row upon row of olive trees. But, while such a location feels ravishingly remote, it’s still reassuringly close to the action. The scenic, honey-hued town of Pollenca is just 10-minutes’ drive from the villa, while San Vicente, a small fishing town with a string of dazzling beaches and rocky swimming coves, is a short drive away.
Originally built as a 16th century farmhouse, the villa itself still retains much of its authentic character. Thick stone walls, cooling tiled floors and vaulted ceilings add personality to the interiors, while large open-plan living and dining spaces open up onto a roomy shaded terrace framing the landscape like a watercolour.
Outside, terraced gardens and extensive lawns lead down to a large kitchen garden, supplying many of the ingredients used by the villa’s in-house chef. Fresh oranges are picked and pressed each morning for breakfast, while a bounty of fresh vegetables grown on the estate appear on guests’ plates at lunch and supper. The quirky stone pool becomes a focal point for the days’ activities, and there are plenty of hammocks squirrelled away in the grounds for afternoon siestas. For those looking for something a little more active, the hard tennis court – set away from the main house – helps bring a little healthy competition to a family holiday.
