Villa in Fornalutx With Private Pool and Stunning Mountain Views, near Soller
Ca's Penelope is an unusual house built by a Belgian photographer with curved walls, huge airy rooms and a real get-away-from-it all feeling that many guests find hard to leave. The 13m private swimming pool in lush citrus-filled garden with stylish outdoor dining and breathtaking 360 degree views, put the seal on easy living. It's 5 minutes walk to the centre of 'prettiest village in Spain' Fornalutx where you will find everything you need for a relaxing holiday. There's a well-stocked village shop, bakery, bank, chemist, cafés and a number of restaurants. This stylish house is featured in interior design magazines but is a family home for some of the year and is therefore extremely well equipped. There's wonderful Tramuntana hiking and cycling from the doorstep, bustling Soller for a Saturday morning market 'fix' and a bigger supermarket shop, a tram ride or scenic train to Palma and just down the road (6 km) you will find the lively Port de Soller with its many beaches, restaurants and busy marina. It's a perfect spot for a holiday in a beautiful natural environment.
Property manager
Jenny
Languages
English, French, German, Spanish
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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In July and August bookings are for 7, 14 or 21 nights only beginning on Saturday
No parties, weddings, live music events. Please respect the quiet, natural environment.
No large groups of cyclists - Maximum 6 cyclists. No cycling shoes inside the house.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Family events ok. No wedding/ hen/stag events
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number ETV/2002
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Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
About the area
Fornalutx
Located in Fornalutx, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Can Prunera Museum of Modernism and Casal de Cultura are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Balearic Museum of Natural Sciences and Ferrocarril de Soller Train Station. Travelling with kids? Consider Museu de la Mar, or check out an event or a game at XtremKart. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
Ferrocarril de Soller Train Station - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
Church of Sant Bartomeu - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
Port de Sóller Marina - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
Port de Soller Lighthouse - 12 min drive - 10.4 km
Getting around
Marratxi Poligon Station - 26 min drive
Palma de Mallorca (PMI) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Sa Granja - 5 min drive
Bar Bini - 5 min drive
Sa Cova - 5 min drive
Cafe Soller - 5 min drive
Miga de Nube - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Villa in Fornalutx With Private Pool and Stunning Mountain Views, near Soller have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Villa in Fornalutx With Private Pool and Stunning Mountain Views, near Soller pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Villa in Fornalutx With Private Pool and Stunning Mountain Views, near Soller?
Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Villa in Fornalutx With Private Pool and Stunning Mountain Views, near Soller?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Villa in Fornalutx With Private Pool and Stunning Mountain Views, near Soller located?
This family-friendly Fornalutx holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ecovinyassa, Can Prunera Museum of Modernism and Banco de Sóller. Plaza de la Constitución and Church of Sant Bartomeu are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We stayed for a week at the end of October and were pleasantly surprised that the weather was still warm enough for swimming in the pool and in the sea. Fornalutx is one of the prettiest towns on the island, and we loved being within easy walking distance of the square and the excellent bakery.
A group of friends had an amazing stay at this treat of a villa on the outskirts of Fornalutz. The house is amazing. I think it exceeded the photos. Very private, easy to get to by transfer from Palma. ( We chose not to hire a car) An incredibly generous welcome pack so we could settle in and quickly start enjoying our surroundings. It was so appreciated. The villa is just a short walk from the village - we had some lovely meals in a range of local restaurants and were able to meander back. We also walked to Soller which was hot but infinitely doable.. Bus back ! We enjoyed the shops and then took a tram trip to Port de Soller. We did not go any further as we were there for just 4 days and wanted to enjoy the villa. It’s really very comfortable. Communication with Jenny were excellent all the way from point of booking to moment of departure. Very helpful advice and very accommodating. Likewise Rachel thr villa manager was excellent. I think we all concluded it would be a villa we would return to either together or with families ! Thank you
Beautiful property with stunning views located within walking distance of the pretty village of Fornalutx. We were a party of 10 adults (mum, dad and our 4 adult kids & partners) and found the house very spacious & well equipped for all our needs. The large pool was particularly appreciated and well used.
Jenny was very communicative & helpful even recommending restaurants in Palma for us.
A brilliant & very special place to holiday.
We had a wonderful week in this villa. From the start communication was so easy and helpful. On arrival the most generous and kind welcome pack to save on panic shopping. Beautiful villa, clean and clearly a happy home too. Wish we were still there!
Our family of 8 people had a wonderful stay. The house is very beautiful with a lot of space, and was extremely well equipped and we didn’t lack anything. The pool area and the garden was great. We spent several evenings at the seating area under the majestic olive tree.
The village Fornalutx was reached in less than 20 minutes walk, although a little bit uphill. We enjoyed the restaurants and the square in the center of the village.
To conclude, we had a fantastic vacation!
We loved the scenic view from the pool. The house is lovely! Proximity to Fornalutx and Soller is great! We hope to return one day.
Car rental tip - get a small rental car for easier driving on narrow streets and parking!
Wonderful and clean house! Plenty of accessories and much to do at the house with the kids. Pool is very nice and it‘s no problem that it‘s not heated. We all enjoyed our stay!
We booked to stay here as a base for my daughters wedding in Mallorca. I needed a home with space for the wedding party to congregate and get ready on the actual day.
We arrived in Mallorca with one major suitcase of wedding clothes missing (arrived following day) and ended our stay with our hire car keyed down the entire length of the car (not done at the villa location) but the days inbetween were wonderful. The villa is gorgeous and full of everything you could possibly need - every gadget is there....even a milk frother and if you love books - well there are books and magazines in every room. There was games for the kids, records, cd's, amazing smelly hand wash and shower gel, plenty of towels both bath and pool and dressing gowns. You could not wish or ask for more.
Due to the lost bag the first 24 hours were not enjoyable and Jenny (the owner) and I corresponded back and forth to the UK regarding this. She was incredibly helpful and offered to make calls in Spanish if we struggled to locate the bag.
The Villa is just outside the beautiful village of Fornalutx where we walked or drove most mornings for fresh croissants or had a coffee in the square or cocktail in the afternoon. It is a short walk but an uphill walk and my husband did find this a struggle due to age and health hence the car drive. The roads around Mallorca especially inland can be quite narrow and as we had a big hire car there were many occasions when we had to reverse for oncoming traffic - just something to be aware of if you are not a confident driver.
There is no official parking with this villa but spaces were available either up the hill or down the hill with a narrow path leading to the villa. We were fine with this although had not really taken this on board at time of booking and had an 80 year old with us on walking sticks and unsteady feet. Again, just something to be aware of if your party has elderly people.
The garden space was perfect with different areas to relax although not a lot of relaxing was done with lost luggage and a wedding to sort. The views are amazing.
I would definitely stay here again, there was simply nothing to fault and the cleanliness was exceptional. Once we got to grips with the narrow roads then travelling to nearby Soller or the port was very easy. Had fabulous pizzas in the local pizzeria, ate in the port and in Soller town and excellent Italian over in Deia.
Thank you for a wonderful stay.
We had a wonderful holiday in this beautiful villa. We were a group of 10 friends gathered to celebrate my 50th birthday. We have stayed in Fornalutx for many years but this was our first in Ca's Penelope. The location is perfect only 5 mins from the village, the villa is beautiful and great for a group of 10. The pool was a super size and the gardens lovely - it was a real oasis. The communication with the owner was excellent and Rachel the manager was brilliant at welcoming us to the villa. Parking is a challenge however we quickly found a spot so all worked out. We will be back for another celebration that is for sure. Many thanks for looking after us so well.
After four years in the planning - thanks Covid, where communication with Jenny was always a pleasure, we had the best week at Ca’s Penelope, truly a home from home!
Such a unique property with stunning views. While parking isn’t at the property we never had any difficulty parking a very short walk away and Fornalutx is such a beautiful village. We had the best time creating some wonderful family memories in a very special home. Thank you Jenny.
After a 2 year delay due to covid we finally had our family celebration in the most beautiful Villa, which was every bit as beautiful as it photographs. It is nestled in a beautiful village surrounded by mountains- the village is only a short walk away. The Villa has everything you would need, the kitchen has every gadget you could possibly need and their are toys, dvds, games etc. The pool area ( where we spent most of our days) is lovely for children and adults. We had a couple of issues but these were promptly dealt with promptly by Rachel. A really wonderful place.
Wij hebben een geweldige ervaring gehad in deze woning. Heel erg goed en gezellig ingericht. Prima uitvalsbasis voor trips op het eiland. Zeer aan te bevelen !!
Utterly romantic villa with pool in site of outstanding natural beauty
Jenny and Rachel couldn’t have been more helpful. Great information brochure, basketful of groceries and champagne on arrival. House full of books and beautiful fabrics, swimming pool perfect size for our party and views to feed the soul. Loved it. Thank you so much
A wonderful week on the doorstep of Mallorca’s most beautiful village
Our stay was wonderful from start to finish. We were greeted by Jenny on arrival who helped us with our bags and showed us around her gorgeous house.
The house was immaculate and really was a home from home. Jenny kindly gave us a welcome pack for our first night (where she requested what we needed in terms of food, drink etc).
The house is incredibly spacious and so is the garden with beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.
The house is only a 5 minute walk to Fornalutx which has plenty of restaurants and an amazing village shop stocked with everything you need. Our 2 year old loved running around the square whilst we had early evening drinks in the cafe.
Jenny was a wonderful host and even organised a babysitter for us on one of the nights.
I would highly recommend staying at this wonderful villa.
We had a fantastic stay at Ca's Penelope. Correct communication with the property owner and the lady who did the check-in / check-out. House is beautiful, very spacious bedrooms, nicely decorated. You need to take into account that there is no parking space to the house. We managed to park at the nearby recycling park which was fine for us but maybe a bit tricky for people that are less mobile or with a meal children. The garden area offers wonderful views to the Sierra Tramuntana. All in all a place we would recommend.
This Villa was located in a very picturesque setting within a short walk to the Village town of "Fornalux" pronounced "Forn-uh-Looch". It was a quiet and relaxing place, with quaint streets and a scenic drive to get to. The Port Soller was also a great Gem, more of a tourist area. Our rooms were spacious, and well appointed. The communication with the owner was excellent, and I found her help with a few extra requests truly helpful to us all. As mentioned, Parking was a bit of a challenge, but nothing that made this choice a game changer. Mostly, this location is a very Authentic Spanish Village location, which made it memorable. Our favorite local restaurant was "Calazone" - with great variety of entrees both Spanish & Italian, and amazing desserts.
This property more than lived up to the online photos and previous reviews by other travellers. This is a very special place to stay and we were extremely lucky to find Cas Penelope after countless nights of trying to find just the right type of villa to suit everyone in the groups needs.
Jenny was fantastic and her communication amazing. She was extremely helpful in recommending a restaurant for my mums special 60th meal, that would suit everyone from 70-4 yrs.
Every bedroom within the villa anyone would be happy to stay in. They are magnificent. The children really appreciated the variety of toys and dvds, which were also a welcome midday distraction from the sun. Towels were also in abundance and greatly appreciated.
I would also like to note the surrounding area from a group perspective as well. We were a group of 8 adults and 3 children spanning 3 generations. The villa is situated just on the outsirkts of the most beautiful mountain village/small town, about a 5 min drive from the soller and 7 min drive to port soller which served us very well for beach days. The village of fornaluxt offers everything you would need for a week’s stay without venturing any further. The spar shop in the centre of the village is extremely well stocked and it really isn’t worth the drive down into soller to visit the Eroski supermarket. Fornaluxt also has around 10 cafes/restaurants which are all very good but both the pizza restaurant and the Majorcan restaurant opposite were our favourite.
If we didn’t require a larger property next year I would have no propblem returning annually. My mind and body were at peace in the surroundings of this beautiful house.
Thank you Jenny for all your care and attention to detail
We have stayed here 3 times now and absolutely love the villa and location. Jenny is a great host , she tries to ensure that you get full enjoyment from her fabulous property. Only small criticism would be we felt the fridge space was slightly restrictive for 10 people.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the villa was perfect and had everything we needed. It was set in gorgeous hills with views you only see on postcards! It was a lovely walk into Fornalutx and Sóller where we found some great restaurants. Thanks Jenny we’ll definitely try and come back!
We had a wonderful time at Ca’s Penelope. The house is everything we wished for and more - a stunning location, a beautiful, eclectic interior, a lovely garden and pool, comfortable and very well appointed. Jenny was a welcoming and helpful host. We love Fornalutx and the surrounding area. Lots of excellent restaurants and quality shops providing Mallorquin produce. Wenwould particularly recommend Bens D’Avall, Lluna 36, Cafe Med, Cafe Soller and a boat trip on the Bonnie Lass out of Puerto de Soller. We wouldn’t hesitate to return.
Set in Fornalutx..this stunning property is much larger than the photos depict.
The shady porch area at the front of the house worked perfectly for us ..as we had two very young children with us .
The pool was a little tricky with quite a drop off one side..to the grass.
The kitchen is very well equipped..and has sharp knives..something hire properties don’t often have !!
The roomy bedrooms have very comfortable beds and spacious bathrooms.With white fluffy towels!
All in all a brilliant property that is still a “home”
Go on .....book it 😉
Karen K.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
8/10 Good
Leslie B.
28 Mar 2019
Our first family visit to Majorca and loved every moment.
Our first family visit to Majorca and loved every moment. The villa gave us the ideal haven and relaxing environment we were looking for. Quiet and peaceful local area, and a nice town nearby with quite a few amenities. Jenny met us and assisted with all our needs. The villa was clean and well stocked, with all modern facilities, yet remained rustic with great charm. The rooms were spacious with nice beds and adequate en-suite facilities. Outside we found a sun trap near and around the pool with an amazing background and outlook. This also incorporated lemon and orange trees. We had a wonderful time in and around the local area with a few restaurants and shops. Bigger town such as Soller nearby with its markets and shops and plenty of restaurants was a find and also the Port. Just a little downside was lack of private parking, but this would not deter us visiting again. Thanks Jenny