Title: Villa 'Can Vila' with Private Pool, Wi-Fi, and Air Conditioning Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=182367&destination=Pollen%C3%A7a%2C+Balearic+Islands%2C+Spain&selected=112679854&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Villa 'Can Vila' with Private Pool, Wi-Fi, and Air Conditioning ## Photo gallery for Villa 'Can Vila' with Private Pool, Wi-Fi, and Air Conditioning ![Pool - Villa 'Can Vila' with Private Pool, Wi-Fi, and Air Conditioning (Illes Balears)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112680000/112679900/112679854/ff16667d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Villa 'Can Vila' with Private Pool, Wi-Fi, and Air Conditioning (Illes Balears)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112680000/112679900/112679854/5d7bdcbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Villa 'Can Vila' with Private Pool, Wi-Fi, and Air Conditioning (Illes Balears)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112680000/112679900/112679854/9166642d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Villa 'Can Vila' with Private Pool, Wi-Fi, and Air Conditioning (Illes Balears)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112680000/112679900/112679854/771c26a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Villa 'Can Vila' with Private Pool, Wi-Fi, and Air Conditioning (Illes Balears)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112680000/112679900/112679854/0d3f5a12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Villa 'Can Vila' with Private Pool, Wi-Fi, and Air Conditioning provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2422 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning £973 includes taxes & fees 1 Apr - 2 Apr ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Villa 'Can Vila' with Private Pool, Wi-Fi, and Air Conditioning Located in Illes Balears, Villa Can Vila offers a step-free interior and everything you need for a comfortable holiday. The 225 m² property features a living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms, accommodating up to 6 guests. Additional amenities include high-speed Wi-Fi (suitable for video calls), TV, air conditioning, fan, washing machine, and beach or pool towels. A cot is also available. Outside, enjoy a private space with a pool, unheated hot tub, garden, covered terrace, balcony, barbecue, and outdoor shower. The villa is close to the beach. The property is securely enclosed, making the garden a safe area for children and pets. There is one parking space on the premises. The house has a heating system; if you wish to use it, please contact the host, as it is available for an extra fee. A maximum of 2 pets is allowed. Events are not permitted. The property provides guidelines for proper waste separation, with more information available on site. The accommodation features energy-saving lighting and a convenient self check-in system. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the ocean ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number ESFCTU00000703000028531500000000000000000000ETV/11729, ETV/1172 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as 57576385 ## About the area Located in Pollença, this villa is near the beach. Pollensa Port and Alcúdia Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Playa de Muro and Alcúdia Beach. Hidropark and Karting Can Picafort are also worth visiting. [Visit our Puerto de Pollensa travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puerto-De-Pollensa.dx4301) [View more Villas in Puerto de Pollensa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puerto-De-Pollensa-Villas.d4301-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=39.871895,3.071122&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:mjkrFoyvQ%3FS%3FU%40S%3FS%40S%3FS%40U%40SBS%40S%40SBSBSBS%40SBSDQBSDSBSDQDSDQDQDSFQDQFQDQFQFQFQHOFQFOHOHQFOHOHOHMHOJOHMJMHOJMJKJMJMJKJMJKJKLKJKLILKJILILILIJILINGLGLGLGNGLGLENELENELENCLENCNCLCNCNANCNALAN%3FNANAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%3FL%40N%40NBN%40NBLBNBNBLDNBNDLDLDNDLDNFLFLFLFNFLFLHLHJHLHLHLHJJLHJJLJJJLJJLHJJLLLHJJNHLJLHLJNHNHLHNHNHNFPHNFNFPHNFPFPFPDPFPFPDPDRDPFPBRDPDRBRBRDPBRBR%40RBRBR%40RBR%40R%40R%40T%3FR%40R%40R%3FR%3FT%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FRATAR%3FRARARARCTARCRCRARCPCRERCRCREPERCPGREPEPERGPGPEPGPGNGPIPGNGPINGNINININININKLINKLILKLILMLKJILKJMLKJMJKHMJKJMHMHMHKHMHMFMHOFMFMFMFODMFODMDMDODOBMBODOBMBO%40OBO%40O%40M%40O%40O%40O%3FM%3FO%40OAO%3FO%3FOAOAMAOAOAOCOAMCOCOCMEOCMEOEMEOEMGMEOGMGMGMGOIMGKIMIMIMIKIMKMKKIMKKKKMKKKKKMKMKMKMIMKMIOKMIOIOIOIOGOIOIOGQGOIQGQGOGQEQGQEQGSEQEQESEQESCQESCSESCSAQCSCSCSASAUCSASAS%3FSAS%3FUAS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zEES1C9WtwW7dSspuYJKg_esIGQ=) Illes Balears ### What's nearby - ![FWDXBH The beach at Port de Pollenca Mallorca Balearics Spain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222841/978edea7-2e1e-4d00-8f9e-34429d169bda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pollensa Port 8 min drive \- 3.3 miles - ![Alcudia beach between Port d'Alcudia and Can Picafort, Spain, Shutterstock ID 1128038810, Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6275139/946eafb3-1041-40b5-9c0b-d06a6b01a48a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Alcúdia Beach 11 min drive \- 5.9 miles - ![Playa de Muro](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140931/c78dede6-29d8-4556-b5b5-8a8034cd1a2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Playa de Muro 13 min drive \- 6.5 miles - S'Albufereta 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Alcúdia Port 11 min drive \- 5.9 miles ### Getting around - Inca Station 23 min drive - Palma de Mallorca (PMI) 65 min drive ### Restaurants - Giravolta Restaurant 11 min drive - Euro-Market 10 min drive - la roca beach club 9 min drive - The White Rose 10 min drive - Ca'n Vidalet 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Villa 'Can Vila' with Private Pool, Wi-Fi, and Air Conditioning pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Villa 'Can Vila' with Private Pool, Wi-Fi, and Air Conditioning? ### How much is parking at Villa 'Can Vila' with Private Pool, Wi-Fi, and Air Conditioning? ### What time is check-in at Villa 'Can Vila' with Private Pool, Wi-Fi, and Air Conditioning? ### What time is check-out at Villa 'Can Vila' with Private Pool, Wi-Fi, and Air Conditioning? ### Where is Villa 'Can Vila' with Private Pool, Wi-Fi, and Air Conditioning located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Villa 'Can Vila' with Private Pool, Wi-Fi, and Air Conditioning Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent 14 Jul 2025 #### Fantastic! Pros: We absolutely loved this villa, it was affordable luxury whilst still maintaining rustic charm. The host was so friendly and always contactable for any questions we had. Can villa is superb. The villa is rustic whilst offers everything you will need to enjoy a holiday with family or friends. The outdoor bbq was an added bonus. The swimming pool is clean and well maintained. Would highly recommend! Cons: Nothing. From a partner site ### 8/10 Good 2 Aug 2025 #### Entspannt und ruhig - entschleunigend Pros: Super Pool und Ambiente! Cons: Keine Zwischenreinigung? 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