Villa Verd

An architecturally interesting house created from the restoration of rustic farm buildings. Short Verd sits on a massive rural estate, amongst the most serene countryside, a 10 minute walk from the village of Sencelles. There’s an innovative use of old and new materials; the waterwheel survives and the original irrigation pool has been transformed into a spectacular swimming pool. It’s a place of both great style and wonderful tranquillity.

Stunning interiors blend the contemporary and traditional. Huge glass panels allow light to stream into the house, glazed concrete floors are draped with cowhides, whilst antique solid wood doors and rustic stone walls have been retained. There’s a cosy living room, sleek modern kitchen and large open dining room with original fireplace. The two downstairs bedrooms have French doors leading onto the garden. Upstairs there’s one very large bedroom with comfortable armchairs and another with a balcony. Bathrooms are sleek and modern.

Sprawling green lawns, trees for screening and tall palms give the feel of an oasis. The huge raised pool is right in front of the house, with aluminium lounge chairs set out on the elevated stone terrace. A little away from the house is an extensive seating area, lined with trees on one side, and spanned by a garden canopy, which can be covered with bamboo mats for shade. This is a wonderful place for long lazy dinners. There’s a specially designed iron BBQ here too. Further seating and dining areas can be found beneath the covered terrace by the house.