Country house for sale in Country Home, Selva, Mallorca, 07313

Location

Selva is an idyllic municipality with about 3,000 inhabitants in the Tramuntana area, between Inca and the Lluc monastery. The villages Caimari, Moscari and Biniamar also belong to this municipality. Caimari is famous throughout Spain for the production of high quality olive oil.

Description

This mighty country house epitomises the traditional style of Mallorcan fincas. Built completely with local natural stone the interior features all essential elements of these stunning rustic properties.

A truly unique property set in the Tramuntana mountains of Mallorca that would make the perfect escape spot. The finca is set on 115 hectares, or over 1 million m2 of land situated in the heart of the Tramuntana foothills, close to the charming village of Selva. Total privacy and tranquillity are definitely guaranteed here, nature lovers will adore the stunning surroundings and the privilege of having the best hiking trails on the doorstep.

The magnificent house dates back to 1794 and it still oozes a kind of historic atmosphere that is rarely to be found these days. The interior was completely renovated in 1974 still retaining the original appearance emphasised by stone walls in some reception rooms, rustic terracotta floor tiling, bricked shelving and sturdy wooden beams in many room ceilings, particularly in some reception areas. A huge fireplace in one of the living rooms provides for a homely ambience. All rooms, including even the bathrooms have more than generous dimensions, the living area totals approx. 700m2, complemented by a separate guest house of further 200m2.

In the main house there are 6 bedrooms and 4 large bathrooms, furthermore there is a grand entrance hall, many living rooms provide sufficient space for the family to get together. The kitchen has a modern look, adjacent is a large dining room with enough space for 2 separate eating areas. The finca is equipped with air conditioning units in the bedrooms and central heating.

The outside area is defined by natural stone terraces that also surround the pool. Quaint paths leading to various areas in the garden are also of natural stone. 2 delightful streams flow peacefully through the grounds which boast hundreds of ancient olive trees and fruit trees, 70 sheep graze happily here in the idyllic property which is also visited regularly by wild mountain goats. The property disposes of the official hunting license.

The charm of this typical Mallorca finca is simply unique; it is precisely the perfect property for those who appreciate authenticity and are searching for a piece of the original Mallorca.