Experience a real Mallorcan village, at any time of year.

I have two holiday cottages on the northern edge of Andratx village, where the road begins to wind up the valley. Both cottages sleep 2.

Ca'n Masingo is available for shorter stays (minimum 5 nights) – perfect for a holiday break.

The Stone House is let for stays of a month or more – ideal for a longer winter escape.

Both cottages are tastefully furnished and fully equipped, with air con in the bedrooms, wood-burning stoves for chilly evenings, and bed linen and towels provided. Each has a washing machine, its own outside space with a table, chairs and BBQ, and seasonal use of the salt-water pool.

Andratx is a traditional Spanish village where everyday life goes on as it always has. It sits at the foot of the Tramuntana mountains, a few minutes inland from the yachts and seafront restaurants of Port Andratx, and makes a great base for exploring the whole island – nowhere is more than an hour or so away by car.

Unlike many tourist destinations, Andratx stays open all year, and there are fiestas and fairs across the island throughout the seasons, especially in autumn and winter.

You can walk to the village square, Plaça Espanya, in 7–10 minutes. There you’ll find the Wednesday market, a good choice of bars and restaurants, a pharmacy and local shops. There are also two large supermarkets in the village, both with excellent fish counters.

In summer, it’s beaches, boats and balmy nights. In autumn and winter, hike in the Tramuntana, see the almond blossom, hire a couple of bikes or visit Palma for its wonderful cathedral, restaurants and history.

The cottages are equipped for all seasons, so whenever you come, you’ll be comfortable.