4 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms | 8 Guests

Including:

• - WiFi Internet connection
• - Final cleaning
• - Bath towels and bed linen.
• - Satellite television
• - Electricity, gas and water.
• - Private parking space

Welcome to Villa Barbara, a beautiful villa in the heart of Mallorca with a private swimming pool to spend a relaxing holiday in the countryside surrounded by palm trees, Mediterranean vegetation and vineyards.

The house has a welcoming entrance, from where you access the large living room with comfortable sofas near the fireplace and a dining table with enough space for 8 people. Internet/WLAN as well as a flat-screen satellite TV, DVD and CD player are at your disposal and you access the spacious, fully equipped kitchen with another dining table.

On the first floor there are 3 bedrooms, one with two single beds and one with a double bed, one of them with a winter garden and the other with a large balcony with a seating area. Two of the bedrooms have a bathroom with a shower and there is another bathroom with a bathtub. One floor further up there is another bedroom with a double bed and a bathroom with a shower. From all rooms there is a spectacular view of nature.

The terrace in front of the kitchen and lounge is covered and provides the necessary shade. Here you will also find a dining table with 8 chairs and a grill for preparing fresh and Mediterranean dishes. From here you have direct access to the large pool, where comfortable sun loungers are available.

For families with young children: there is a door to the pool and the stairs below.

Outdoor area:

· outside shower
· completely closed
· garden: For exclusive use
· grill/barbecue
· not visible from the street
· 600 cm pool length
· 400 cm pool width
· 100/200 cm pool depth
· terrace
· private parking space

Tourist rental license:

ETV/4436

Guest Access:

We love to meet our guests at Check-in so that we can show you around the house and answer any questions you may have. For your convenience, we are 24/7 via messaging, and are happy to answer any questions that may arise!

The Neighborhood:

Petra is a picturesque town in the central region known as Pla de Mallorca. It has just under three thousand inhabitants and is a wonderful destination for a vacation in the countryside. The city is famous for being the birthplace of the Franciscan friar and missionary Fray Junípero Serra, considered the founder of California. There are several tourist attractions related to this historical figure. The well-kept streets of this traditional town are a pleasure to explore and the surrounding natural landscape is ideal for hiking and cycling. Petra benefits from a train connection with Palma and Manacor.

Shopping in Petra:

Petra is a place to stock up on local products. On Wednesday mornings there is a weekly market between 8am and 2pm on Carrer de l'Hospital. In addition to fresh fruit and vegetables, you will find the traditional sobrasada, cured cheeses and nuts. For a wine tasting, visit the Galmes i Ferrer Winery, for a tour of an attractive 19th-century winery, book in advance at Vins Miquel Oliver.

There is a bicycle clothing and bicycle repair shop, real estate agencies and basic services such as supermarkets and pharmacies. Fashion stores are less plentiful and shopaholics are better off heading to Manacor.

Top Attractions in Petra:

There are a number of important historic buildings in Petra, such as the Gothic church of Sant Pere, the convent of Sant Bernardí and the mid-20th century former school, Escoles Velles. The Fray Junípero Serra House and Museum, located along a beautifully preserved flagstone street, are also among the top attractions.

The two main squares, the Plaza de Beat Ramón Llull and the Plaza de Fra Juníper Serra, are a focal point for restaurants and cafes. For wonderful views of the surrounding plains, walk to the Hermitage of Bonany on the outskirts of the city. The original chapel was built in the 17th century, however the current reconstruction dates back to the 20th century.

Things to do in Petra:

If you love old doors, a walk through the city will provide you with many uplifting impressions. On the oldest streets, neighbors convey a certain pride in their home with abundant flower pots. To visit the main attractions, it is best to get there early. The Fray Junípero Serra Museum opens Tuesday to Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. After a city tour, enjoy a coffee or meal next to the undulating fountain in Plaza de Beat Ramon Llull.

There are various hiking and cycling routes in the area. A popular walk is the 2-hour round trip to the Hermitage of Bonany at the top of Puig de Bonany. As for cycling, the picturesque back roads allow adventurous visitors to travel through the countryside and explore neighboring towns and villages, without the inconvenience of excess traffic.

Restaurants in Petra:

In Petra there is a mix of casual cafes, laid-back local bars and charming restaurants. Around the pleasant main squares of the city there are numerous restaurants. To enjoy local cuisine, head to Es Celler, which captures traditional Mallorca with its agricultural souvenirs and vaulted sandstone ceilings.

Can Salom serves fresh, colorful dishes made with seasonal produce. Charcoal grilled meat and a beautifully secret garden are just two reasons to visit C'an Oms. For wood-fired pizza, there is Trattoria La Bicetta in the Plaza de Beat Ramón Llull.

Getting Around:

Petra is located 48 kilometers from the airport and is approximately 40 kilometers along the Ma-15 highway. It is also possible to reach the town by train from the Plaza España Intermodal Station in Palma. Train: The T3 train leaves from the Palma Intermodal Station in Plaza España every hour and takes 50 minutes. To get to the station from the airport, take the EMT bus A1, right next to the airport parking lot. It leaves every hour and takes 30 minutes.

Taxi: A taxi from the airport to Petra will cost approx €65.00

Parking: There are free public car parks and street parking.

Distance to:

38 minutes by car from the airport.
45 minutes drive to Palma
21 minutes drive from Son Serra de Marina
15 minutes drive from Manacor

Other Things to Note:

· Pets are not allowed.

· The holding of events is forbidden.

· There’s a mandatory tourist tax in the Balearic Islands, called Ecotasa. All guests, except people under 16 years, have to pay this tax in cash on the day of arrival. The amount varies between 0.55€/night and guest during the low season and 2.2€/night and guest during the high season.

Villa Barbara in Petra