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Autumn
Sep – Nov
- Peak road cycling: mild temps, empty roads
- Sea still ~22 °C in October — snorkel & kayak
- Hiking season opens in the Tramuntana
- Grape & olive harvest, wild mushrooms
A private 6-bedroom villa with pool in Sa Cabaneta — your basecamp for cycling, hiking and the wild Mediterranean, when Mallorca is at its quiet, golden best.
Six bedrooms, bright living spaces, a games room, a barbecue terrace, a tennis court — and that private 12×6 m pool. Swipe through the villa.
From October to March the island belongs to those who come to do things: silent climbs, empty trails, clear water and warm light. Here is what each season offers — and why autumn and winter are our favourite secret.
Sep – Nov
Dec – Feb
Mar – May
Jun – Aug
Mallorca is the road-cyclist's paradise — and October to March is its quiet training season, with mild air, empty tarmac and the Serra de Tramuntana to yourself. Sa Cabaneta sits in the flat-to-rolling centre of the island, so you can spin out to the mountains or the Pla in any direction.
The most famous climb on the island — 26 hairpins twisting up from the sea. A bucket-list ascent in the heart of the Tramuntana.
View on Wikiloc →Sea-cliff drama to the island's northern lighthouse. Rolling, spectacular and unforgettable out of Port de Pollença.
View on Wikiloc →The classic Tramuntana double — the hairpinned old Sóller pass and the long drag to the island's highest road.
View on Wikiloc →A quiet eastern climb to a hilltop monastery with huge views over the south — perfect for a winter's day.
View on Wikiloc →Santa Maria → Bunyola → the Coll d'Orient → Alaró. The prettiest valley on the island and a perfect Tramuntana taster from your door.
View on Wikiloc →Sencelles → Sineu → Costitx through the island's calm farmland heart. Quiet lanes, sleepy villages, ideal recovery spin.
View on Wikiloc →Santa Eugènia → Algaida → the spiralling road up Randa to its monasteries. A short, satisfying climb with 360° views.
View on Wikiloc →Roll down to the bay and along the flat Portixol–Es Molinar promenade. Coffee by the sea, then home — an easy family-friendly ride.
View on Wikiloc →The cool, clear months are when the Serra de Tramuntana — a UNESCO World Heritage landscape — comes alive for walkers. Empty paths, crisp air and almond blossom in late winter. From Sa Cabaneta you're 20–35 minutes from some of the island's finest trailheads.
A spectacular descent through a deep limestone gorge from Escorca to the sea at Sa Calobra. Dry-season only; pure adventure.
View on Wikiloc →The legendary dry-stone trail along the Tramuntana spine. Walk a single classic stage or string several together.
View on Wikiloc →From the Cúber reservoir up a shapely peak with reservoir-and-sea panoramas. A Tramuntana favourite in winter sun.
View on Wikiloc →Up to a ruined castle perched on a sheer crag, with a famous mountain restaurant near the top. Great for all levels.
View on Wikiloc →Your nearest hill walk: gentle paths to the cross and caves above Santa Eugènia, with a sweeping view across the whole Pla.
View on Wikiloc →The closest "big" mountain hike: a rewarding climb to the castle crag, perfect for a half-day out from the villa.
View on Wikiloc →A short, panoramic climb to a hilltop hermitage over Inca — central, easy and a lovely sunset walk.
View on Wikiloc →The iconic stone-stepped ravine above Sóller — one of the most beautiful walking corridors in the Tramuntana.
View on Wikiloc →At the shoulders of the off-season — through October, and again from March — the Mediterranean is calm, clear and still mild. These are the island's most beautiful spots for a mask and fins.
An undeveloped turquoise cove near Manacor with rocky sides full of fish — reached by a short walk through pine.
View on Wikiloc →Postcard coves near Santanyí with gin-clear water over rock and sand. Stunning and sheltered out of season.
View on Wikiloc →Protected waters off the dragon-shaped islet — clear visibility, seagrass meadows and abundant fish.
View on Wikiloc →A protected natural-park bay with calm, shallow, transparent water — easy and rewarding for all levels.
View on Wikiloc →Sea temperatures are warmest in October (~22 °C) and climb again from late spring. In the depths of winter, bring a wetsuit or join a guided operator.
Off-season is prime time for sea kayaking: glassy mornings, gentle light and sea caves all to yourself. These four coastlines are the island's finest paddles.
The classic crossing to the protected islet, paddling along wild cliffs in calm, protected water.
View on Wikiloc →Towering cliffs, sea caves and hidden coves under the Formentor peninsula — dramatic northern paddling.
View on Wikiloc →A sheltered natural harbour opening onto a string of quiet eastern coves and cliffs — easy, scenic paddling.
View on Wikiloc →Paddle the cliffs of the Victòria peninsula to explore sea caves around Cap des Pinar in sheltered Alcúdia Bay.
View on Wikiloc →Always check the marine forecast and paddle within your experience; local operators run guided trips year-round.
The villa sits in the village of Sa Cabaneta (Marratxí), in the gentle countryside between Palma and the mountains. Central enough to reach any corner of the island quickly, quiet enough to feel like the real Mallorca.
The things guests ask us most about the villa and about Mallorca in the off season.
Mallorca has mild winters: daytime highs of 15-18 °C and plenty of sunny days are typical. That is exactly why cyclists and hikers prefer these months — you can be out all day without the summer heat. January and February are the coolest, and that is when the almond trees blossom.
The private 12×6 m pool is available all year. In the coldest months the water is not inviting for a long swim, so most guests enjoy it in October and from late March onwards. The rest of the winter the villa is enjoyed for other things: the bright living rooms, the tennis court and the island's trails.
Up to 11 guests, in 6 bedrooms (one double and five twin) and 3 bathrooms, one of them with a jacuzzi bath. The house is 240 m² on a 1,000 m² plot, so it never feels crowded even with the full group.
3 nights in the low season. Cycling groups and longer breaks usually book one to two weeks.
Yes, the villa has covered space to keep bikes. If you are coming as a group and need room for several, just let us know when booking.
Yes. Sa Cabaneta sits in the flat centre of the island, so you can head for the Serra de Tramuntana, out into the Pla or down to Palma without using the car. You will find detailed routes in the cycling section.
Palma is about 15 minutes by car and the airport (PMI) about 20. The Serra de Tramuntana is 25 minutes away and the north coast about 45.
Yes. The villa has heating as well as air conditioning in the main areas, 300 Mbps WiFi and everything you need for longer off-season stays.
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Six bedrooms, a private pool, tennis court and the whole quiet island at your door — from October to March.
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