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Forbes Lifestyle ForbesLife The Lodge Mallorca Breathes New Life Into A 500-Year-Old Farmhouse Lauren Mowery Contributor Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. I cover drinks, travel and food, and the intersection of all three. Following Aug 11, 2023, 12:43pm EDT | Press play to listen to this article! Got it! Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Aerial view of The Lodge Mallorca The Lodge Mallorca Único Hotels debuts The Lodge on Mallorca, transforming a 157-hectare estate into an exclusive retreat. The Lodge Mallorca opened this summer to significant fanfare by reimagining a 500-year-old farmhouse on a 157-hectare private nature reserve in the heart of the Sierra de Tramuntana Mountain range. Behind the property's elegant transformation is Único Hotels, a Spanish hotel company known for its small but exceptional portfolio. I visited The Lodge in early June, shortly after opening its doors to consumer guests. With only 24 rooms set within a UNESCO-protected region of Mallorca, The Lodge has already attracted clients looking for a quiet, pastoral experience. Whether to counter a few nights partying in Palma, explore the coast and mountains, or recuperate around the pool, The Lodge provides a serene backdrop to do all three and more. Arriving at the property proved easy; we could spot the hotel from the highway. We drove through the gate, cruising down a long stony road past fields newly planted with lavender. The staff greeted us in the parking lot to help us hook up the complimentary electric charger to our EV rental car and take our bags. Equally exuberant, the young man and his female mentee walked us up to the entrance, giving us a brief history of their hospitality backgrounds. Friendly staff are always appreciated. An original tafona in the lobby of the hotel The Lodge Mallorca Careful to blend modern touches with original details, interior designer Pilar García-Nieto retained many of the building's best assets. The most striking example sits inside the main house near the reception desk and rows of wine storage: an immense original tafona or a traditional stone mill used for making olive oil. Exposed stone walls throughout serve as a further reminder of the building's antique agricultural roots. Natural and organic materials, an earth-toned color palette, and meticulous lighting around outdoor spaces help the property resonate with the serene location. Complementary décor includes vintage pieces sourced from second-hand shops, some nearby on the island. MORE FOR YOU New Pixel 8 Pro Leak Reveals Google’s Smart Decision Apple iPhone 15 Pro New Leaks Suggest Surprise Big Upgrade Coming Leak Reveals BlackRock s Game Changing Bitcoin Plan That Could Cause Price Chaos For Ethereum XRP And Crypto After checking in, the same duo escorted us to our room up a flight of steps in the main building. Guests staying in this section may find the ascent anti-climactic, as it feels like you're approaching the cleaning staff's quarters. Indeed, the rooms in this wing sit next to the supply closet, and you'll sometimes find yourself squeezing past towel carts. The room, though in the smallest category at 34m² (or 370 SF) called a Lodge Suite , proved generous with a seating area, king-size bed, modern tub, and modest walk-in rain shower. Organic textiles in neutral tones provided a calm color palette. Feather pillows and comforters dressed in Egyptian cotton helped us sink into the bed after a full day. One of the Lodge Suites. Guests may or may not like the small original windows in this room ...
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