Townhouse for sale in Binissalem, Mallorca

For sale in Binissalem: the historic manor house Can Biscaí.

Located on Calle de la Goleta in the urban nucleus of the original settlement of the village of Binissalem, which dates back to the Arab settlement of the island.

The surrounding properties Can Julià, Can Carreter, and Can Garrover share the same status as significant examples of the cultural and historical heritage of the village of Binissalem.

Can Biscaí probably dates to the medieval period, but the first record is dated to 1678. What remains of the original construction retains many of the architectural features of manor houses in the village, including impressive arches and traditional dressed-stone construction.

Situated on a rectangular plot of 1,828 m² surrounded by a dry-stone wall, the property has a total area of 784 m² divided among various elements.

The main house, with two levels, has an area of 280 m². To the right of the entrance to the main house is a bodega of more than 100 m², and both have impressive stone arches. Two smaller single-level buildings attached to the main house at the rear and side are 60 m² and 40 m².

Separated from the main property within the garden plot of 1,321 m² is a 30 m² building associated with a series of water deposits that were part of the distribution system attached to a well providing water for a vegetable garden and a more formal garden at the entrance to the property.

The property requires extensive refurbishment, which would be structured based on the property’s listing due to its historic importance.

Although the process has been long, the town hall of Binissalem is supportive of those who undertake such a project. Can Julià has recently completed a complete refurbishment, celebrated by the local community during the festival of the local stone masons.

The property is exempt from local taxes, and the town hall would consider projects for commercial use such as tourist accommodation and hospitality, as well as for a private home after refurbishment.

Binissalem is a small, lively town located in the centre of the island, with good transport links to Palma de Mallorca and to the beaches in the north of the island. It is famous for wine production and for being the oldest and largest Denomination of Origin in Mallorca. From its origins, Binissalem was home to a wealthy community with many large historic buildings built with the local stone that the village is known for. The original settlement was of Moorish origin; the name of the village means “the sons of peace or salvation.” Biniagual is a small hamlet included in the municipality.