Villa Claudia - Pollensa, Majorca, Balearic Islands

Accessed along a private driveway, the new Villa Claudia lies within quiet countryside yet is conveniently close to Alcudia. Affording serene views out over farmland and mountains, it is just the ticket for families and groups wanting to escape the madding crowds without being too remote. The beach at Alcudia is seven kilometres from the door, and there are shops, restaurants and cafes a short car trip away.

When it comes to accommodation, the villa is sure to please. Light and airy, it benefits from an attractive living-dining area, which joins a well-equipped kitchen to form a bright and flexible living space that families especially will appreciate. The living area is furnished in rustic-modern style and the kitchen boasts a sleek breakfast bar and numerous time saving appliances. A hallway with a charming feature stone wall leads to the comfortable bedrooms and shower rooms - neither of which have bathtubs.

When you fancy enjoying the sunshine, doors from the sitting area tempt you out to the rear lawned garden, which accommodates the enticing pool. Overlooking the water is a lovely, spacious terrace, which is covered to provide shade and cleverly positioned to make the most of the gorgeous country panoramas - sitting here over alfresco meals is bound to become a favourite pastime.