Can Olivar

This architect-designed villa proposes a quiet rhythm of life. Surrounded by rich forests and verdant gardens, six-bedroom Can Olivar is calm, contemporary and connected to the natural landscape.

Set within a forested valley just a short drive from the village of San Lorenzo, Can Olivar is a serene take on modern Ibicencan living. Conceived by the President of Ibiza’s College of Architects, Iván Torres Ramón, alongside Sciuo Ke, this six-bedroom villa feels like an extension of the surrounding landscape. Think seamless indoor-outdoor living and a 15,000 sq m curated garden. Inside, collaborative design by Marí Raidal and Carmen Straatsma of Studio C brings together organic materials and natural tones.

Oversized double doors make a bold first impression, opening onto an entrance balcony with trees ascending from two interior courtyards. Inside, the open-plan kitchen, dining and reception room has a refined look with a relaxed atmosphere. Cedar-beamed ceilings and a log fireplace bring warmth, while vast panes of glass frame views of the verdant landscape. Smooth stone worktops and sleek integrated appliances make for a streamlined culinary setting. Throughout the space, the chosen colour palette harmonises with the natural hues of the local countryside. Technology is discreet throughout: climate control, lighting and security systems are fully automated, while a professional-grade sound system extends from the interiors into the garden.

Tranquility ensues outside, with a generous stone terrace and lounge area oriented towards the wilderness beyond, carefully considered by landscape designer Martín Toimil. At the heart of the garden, a 120 sq m salt-filtered, heated pool laid in natural stone beckons year-round swims. Adjacent, an expansive shaded lounge pavilion is complete with a fully equipped outdoor kitchen – a perfect set-up for al fresco dining throughout the day. Surrounding the pool and lounge areas are the expansive landscaped grounds. Throughout the year, the vegetation blooms and fragrance abounds with olive trees, orange groves, vegetable patches and a secret garden. Elsewhere, there’s a beach volleyball court, a covered yoga deck nestled beneath the trees and a dedicated play area.

Two wings branch out from the main living area, each containing a principal bedroom suite and two additional bedrooms. All six bedrooms are individually crafted with pale tones and natural textures, bespoke en suite bathrooms, private terraces and direct access to the gardens. Demonstrating Can Olivar’s commitment to rest and relaxation, there’s also a spa with a Klafs sauna and a soundproofed cinema room on the ground floor. At the top of the home, a Moroccan-style roof is ideal for stargazing.