Book direct with the owner of a villa in Pollensa
No agency, no call centre. When you book Villa l'Olivera direct, you deal with me, Cosme, from your first email to the moment I hand you the keys.
From €207/night · whole house
Who you're booking with
I was born and raised in this house, between Pollensa and Puerto Pollensa. I'm Pollensa born and bred, and I've been welcoming guests here for six years. On Airbnb the house has a 4.8 rating from 101 guest reviews, and it's a registered holiday rental with licence number ETV 1160.
Renting direct from the owner isn't for everyone: some people prefer the reassurance of a big platform. But if you like knowing exactly who is on the other end, it's hard to beat. You're not one booking among thousands. You're the family arriving at my house this week.
What owner-direct means in practice
- One person, start to finish. The questions you ask before booking are answered by the same person who will welcome you.
- A welcome in person. Let me know when you leave Palma and I'll meet you at the villa with the keys and the access code, show you round and tell you where the light switches and the best ice cream are.
- Local knowledge you can use. Before you arrive I send the same guide every guest gets: my favourite restaurants in Puerto Pollensa and the Old Town, the supermarkets five minutes away and the weekly market for each day of the week.
- Help while you're here. Our gardener and pool technician call in during your stay, and if anything comes up you're talking to the owner, not opening a ticket.
- Practical extras. A special rate with Rent a Car Formentor, and a taxi driver I trust who already knows the way.
How booking direct works
- Choose your dates on the availability calendar. You'll see the price for the whole house straight away.
- Send the request form with the number of guests and any questions. Sending it doesn't commit you to anything.
- I'll reply by email within 24 hours to confirm the dates and the final price.
- To confirm the booking you pay 50%. The remaining 50% is paid on arrival, and there's no extra security deposit.
- On the day, check-in is from 4 pm and I'll be there to meet you.
Checks worth making before you book any villa direct
Whoever you book with, it's worth asking a few simple questions. Is the property licensed as a holiday rental? In Mallorca it should have a registration number (ours is ETV 1160). Can you see independent reviews? Will you get a written quote with the full price, including any cleaning fee or extras? And who will actually meet you when you arrive? We're happy to answer all of these, in writing, before you decide.
And the price?
Booking direct is also 10% less than the estimated price on booking platforms for the same dates. If the numbers are what matter most, our no booking fees page explains exactly where the saving comes from. For the house itself, see the private pool villa or, if you're coming with children, our family villa page.
The villa at a glance
6 beds and 5 bathrooms, with air con in every bedroom.
Large gardens, summer porch, barbecue and outdoor kitchen.
Cosme meets you at the villa with the keys.
5 minutes from Pollensa, Puerto Pollensa and Alcúdia.
Book direct and save 10%
Pick your dates on the calendar to see the exact total and how much you save compared with booking platforms.
Frequently asked questions
Who will I be dealing with if I book direct?
With Cosme, the owner. He answers the emails, prepares your quote and meets you at the villa on arrival.
Is it safe to rent a villa direct from the owner?
Check the basics: a holiday rental licence, independent reviews and a written quote. Villa l'Olivera is licensed (ETV 1160) and rated 4.8 by 101 guests on Airbnb.
Does sending the booking form commit me?
No. The form is a request. We reply with availability and the final price, and you decide from there.
How quickly will you reply?
Within 24 hours, by email.
Can I ask questions before I book?
Of course. Use the message box on the form or email cosmecantarellasreig@gmail.com.
Who welcomes us at the villa?
Cosme does, in person. Let him know when you leave Palma and he'll meet you with the keys and the access code.
Where can I see reviews of the villa?
On Airbnb, where the villa has a 4.8 rating from 101 guest reviews.
Is booking direct cheaper than booking platforms?
Yes. You pay 10% less than the estimated price on booking platforms for the same dates, and the calendar shows both figures.
How do I pay, and what if I cancel?
You pay 50% when you book and the other 50% when you arrive. There's no extra security deposit. If you cancel, the 50% paid at booking is non-refundable.
What time are check-in and check-out?
Check-in is from 4 pm and check-out by 10 am. The minimum stay is five nights.