House in Palma, Mallorca

Set on a hillside in Palma, this mansion built in 1945 looks out over the Bay of Palma, Bellver Castle and the Cathedral. It stands within grounds of around 150,000 m² and offers 3,600 m² of built space over four floors, crowned by a distinctive tower.

The ground floor of around 800 m² holds the main kitchen, pantries, staff rooms and living areas with fireplaces. The next floor, reached through a large central courtyard, suits grand receptions and family gatherings. Above are the bedrooms and terraces, and the top floor has a 50 m² room with a terrace leading to the tower and its sweeping views. In total there are 12 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms and 2 kitchens, plus a lift and oil-fired central heating. A separate guest or staff house of about 500 m² has its own entrance.

Primary features:

• 12 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms
• Separate guest or staff house of around 500 m²
• Pool areas, tennis court and helipad
• Landscaped gardens and water from its own wells
• Lift, central heating and wood-burning fireplaces
• Private parking and alarm system

Palma is the lively capital of Mallorca. Its Gothic cathedral, old town lanes, marina, restaurants and boutiques sit beside excellent golf courses and some of the island's finest beaches. Year-round flights to the UK, international schools and first-rate healthcare make it one of the Mediterranean's most sought-after places to live.