Can Duquesa
The interior of this sympathetically restored 17th-century finca is as impressive with spacious rooms suited to the grandest of occasions.
Interior
BedroomsBedroom 1: this master bedroom is kingsized with a striking beamed roof and charming shuttered windows; the bathroom has a bath and a shower.
Bedroom 2: a double room which opens out onto the side terrace next to where the dining area is located; the bathroom has a shower.
Bedroom 3: this beautiful double room is decorated in Spanish-scened Toile de Jouy with a small sitting area that has sofas and a TV; the bathroom has a shower.
Bedroom 4: a twin with built-in wardrobes, and a bathroom with a shower.
Bedroom 5, 6 and 7: these are standard twins located on the top floor, with small windows and bathrooms with a shower. At the end of the hallway is a small TV room with two sofas, perfect if you want to keep noisy children away from the grander parts of the house, or if you’re using the top floor for staff. Beware the narrow staircase that leads to these rooms.
Bedroom 8 and 9: these twin rooms are located in the lower section of the villa has its own entrance and there is no connection to the main villa. The bathroom has a shower.
KitchenThere are two kitchens at this property. In the main villa there is a kitchen equipped with cooker with five rings, microwave, fridge, dishwasher. Next door is a room with all the crockery and adjoining this is another space ideal for prepping catering – there’s a table and an incredible fireplace. The second kitchen is more industrial, equipped with metallic surfaces, dishwasher, fridge, gas cooker, located in the lower section of the villa with a separate entrance.
Living roomThe antiques-filled main lounge has a very traditional, homely style which is cosy year-round; doors leading onto the side terrace where there are tables and chairs. The terrace enjoys a lovely view across to the pool area. The living room has plasma and satellite TV, sofas (enough to seat six people) and a large fireplace. There is also another small sitting room next to one of the bedrooms on this level.
Dining roomNext to the living area this large room has table and chairs for 16. If you want your meals alfresco, as well as the lengthy side terrace with soul-stirring views, there is also a large table next to the pool house. The crypt-like function room is ideal for drinks receptions or formal sit-down dinners and can seat 80 people if you can arrange hire of tables and chairs. It’s also ideal to host a disco.
OtherThe laundry room alone is grander than most holiday apartments.
Outdoor
Gardens150 acres of pristine foliage-filled grounds.
PoolsideLarge enclosed 5mx15m pool and split-level terrace. The summer house on the upper terrace has a stylish chill-out area, bathroom and mini kitchen.
ParkingThere is a big car park with plenty of spaces.
