10/10 Excellent
Molly G.
6 Jan 2019
Stunning views, well-appointed home, welcoming host
We have used VRBO/Home Away for family getaways for many years, and have consistently had good experiences, but Maria stands out by far the most welcoming, friendly host we have encountered. A couple of weeks before our arrival she sent a message inquiring about our arrival time. As we were arriving on Christmas Eve Day, she wanted to make sure we would be able to stock up on groceries as most everything would be closed Dec 25. When we arrived she was there to show us around the property and let us know how everything worked. She also had laid out a veritable feast: local cheese, fresh bread and pastries, fresh fruit, dates, nuts, olives and wine. There was bottled water (both still and sparkling) and some beer in the refrigerator. On Christmas eve she brought us a giant pot of homemade Spanish hot chocolate. She also had decorated with some tasteful holiday lights and decorations that blended with the house's seaside themed decor During our stay she checked in with us a couple of times to see if we needed anything else and to make sure that everything was to our liking. She really wants to make sure that her guests have a wonderful stay.
The house lives up to the pictures - even better - as nothing compares to the view in real life! The beds are comfortable and all of the linens smelled wonderfully fresh and clean. There were plenty of clean towels and blankets in each room. Separate pool towels are also provided. The kitchen was well-stocked with pots, utensils, salt, sugar, olive oil, some basic spices and even coffee and tea. There is a microwave, a toaster, a juicer, and a coffee maker - all looked new.
The bathrooms were sparkling clean and were stocked with soap and toilet paper. There is plenty of comfortable seating both indoor and outdoor. The home is located in a nice residential neighborhood, consisting of other well-cared for homes. There are two supermarkets a couple of blocks away.
We hadn't been to Mallorca before, and with so many towns to choose from - we weren't sure where the best place to rent would be. After spending a week exploring the island, I know we made the right choice! Portocolom is a real town - there are about 4000 residents year-round. We drove through some other "towns" that were all hotels - complete ghost-towns in the off season. But Portocolom has its own character. The location is also great for visiting other towns (our favorites were Palma and Pollença).
Molly G.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018