Balearic Islands

Each of the four Balearic Islands has a vibe of its own. Mallorca (aka Majorca) is the senior island, combining a little of everything, from spectacular mountain scenery and hiking amid citrus groves to buzzing coastal life in happening port towns. Ibiza is the hedonist, with its mega clubs and DJ-led rave nights, though there are pockets of laid-back villages with a more relaxed pace of life. Menorca is the haven of tranquillity, where pine-haloed coves cut through the shores and stoic prehistoric monuments pockmark the barren backcountry. Finally, Formentera – the smallest of the Balearics – is known for its pristine white beaches and snorkelling opportunities. Let's delve a little deeper into each…

On Mallorca, the dusty backbone of the Serra de Tramuntana defines the skyline. Up there, between the rock-ribbed heights of Puig Major mountain, there are enchanting towns like Valldemossa – a one-time winter escape for Frederick Chopin, no less – and Soller. They're all stone-faced plazas and cottages enveloped in bougainvillaea. Down below, the coast has shimmering arcs of yellow sand. Meanwhile, Palma, the great island capital, flaunts its UNESCO-tagged cathedral and old town for lovers of all things Gothic. Whether you prefer to rent a restored Finca or a modern villa, a holiday in Mallorca offers luxury and authenticity.

Ibiza may be best known for the pumping party nights of Sant Antoni de Portmany and Ibiza Town, but there are two sides to the fabled White Isle. Go north, and you'll come to a world of reef-ringed coves that glow perfect blue, backed by handsome villas and holiday homes. Go east, and the family-friendly enclave of Santa Eularia offers seaside pads and fine dining on the edge of a glitzy marina.

Fragmenting off the south side of Ibiza, Formentera is the chill-out island, perfect for a more relaxed luxury villa holiday. Relax on pristine white beaches and enjoy sunset parties on the sand.

Then there's Menorca, the easternmost island in the chain, which is ideal if you want to slow down the pace and take it easy on your luxury villa holiday. The island is famed for its eye-wateringly wonderful coves, known as calas. They hit a zenith at Cala Mitjaneta, where jagged cliffs frame a Maldives-white dash of sand, though there are many more paradise spots to discover.

We offer luxury villas in the Balearic Islands that can cater to whatever sort of holiday you seek. Whether you're after a grand estate on a private island, a clifftop villa with spectacular sea views, or a rustic farm conversion with cypress-spotted gardens amid the rugged tops of the Tramuntana sierras, get in touch now to book your perfect luxury escape!