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Santuari de Lluc is a monastery and pilgrimage site located in north-west Mallorca, ringed by mountains, in a lush green and heavily forested plain. A stunning collection of buildings in the most scenic and peaceful of locations, it is a must-see gem. If you have found a vacation rental on the Balearic Islands and are exploring Mallorca, it is certainly worth a visit.

The Santuari de Lluc was founded in the 13th century when a Moorish shepherd named Lluc found a statue of the Virgin Mary amongst rocks in a stream on the site that would ultimately become home to the monastery. It was then taken to the nearby Church of Sant Pere d’Escorca but then was discovered to have disappeared and mysteriously found back in the stream where it was discovered the very next day. This mysterious and miraculous event gave locals pause to build a chapel on the site and the it is now considered to be the most important pilgrimage site on the island. Thousands visit each year and it has become an integral part of Mallorcan history and culture.

The island of Mallorca is a famous paradise on earth and is one of those places where you can head off on a drive, without any plans or destination in mind, and stumble upon the most exceptionally beautiful sights that you could ever hope to see in life. However, if you have found a vacation rental in Mallorca and are looking for one particularly exceptionally scenic spot then we highly recommend a visit to the Cap de Formentor.

Located on the eastern end of the Formentor Peninsula, on the northernmost point of Mallorca, the Cap de Formentor is made up of dramatically winding roads cutting through picturesque landscapes along the coastline that is comprised of rugged cliffs and rock formations jutting out into jewel-toned seas, endless skies, and lush greenery, all perfectly capped by a striking lighthouse at the end of the peninsula. A popular route and focal point for those driving for pleasure along the stunning coast of Mallorca and for those cycling around the most scenic roads on the island, it is also an area with lots of excellent hiking trails, climbing options, photo spots, coves and beaches, and wonderful points from which to take in the sunset over this majestically beautiful landscape.

All this week we have been looking at just a small sample of some of our finest villas with a series of some incredible villas with pools in Spain. If you are thinking about a vacation in this beautiful part of the world and are looking for the perfect vacation rental in Spain, you should definitely consider ensuring that you choose a villa with a swimming pool in order to allow you to absolutely make the most of the hot and sunny summers in Spain and the warm and pleasant weather that you can expect even out of season, in spring and early autumn. Having your own pool at hand means that, in between day trips and adventures, you can have lazy days at home where you just rest and relax and enjoy the finer things in life on holidays – no need to pack up the car, try to figure out public transport, or plan anything! So, if that sounds appealing to you, be sure to read on...

Ses Murteres, Mallorca

Located 2km from the town of Costitx on the famously gorgeous island of Mallorca, Ses Murteres is a four bedroom, four bathroom characteristic stone villa that features elegantly appointed, spacious, high-ceilinged interiors and a lovingly executed surrounding garden. The gardens, though rocky and spare in places, have lots of lovely details such as the old well and stone trough, an outdoor barbeque area, a covered dining area carried on stone Doric columns, statues, and potted plants throughout, and a pool area with a covered area with wicker furniture, loungers, and umbrellas. Well thought-out and carefully considered, this is an elegant space to come and enjoy your beautiful surroundings and some well-earned rest and relaxation. Check out more of our villas in Mallorca here.

If you have always wanted to experience the beautiful beaches, crystal-clear seas, almost year-round great weather, natural bounty, culture, parties, activities and fun of the Balearic Islands, then you're in luck. We have been rounding up five of our most amazing villas on the islands and putting them into a handy list for your reference. So, have a glance, find the right villa rental in the Balearic Islands and get planning your trip today!

Here are the rest of our picks...

3. Sa Casa Rotja (Available from €175 per night)

Located 5km from Sineu on the island of Mallorca, this large and lovely farm estate was built in 2017 and is in a quiet and peaceful part of the countryside, surrounded by fields.