Property for sale in Alcanada, Alcudia

Property for Sale in Alcanada: What Makes This Area Stand Out

Alcanada, sometimes referred to by its older name Aucanada, is one of the quieter corners of Mallorca's north coast. Local tradition traces the name back to the island's Moorish period, when this area was farmland rather than the residential enclave it is today. What stands out now is the contrast: a small, low-density community of modern villas set against a coastline that has barely changed.

Despite the seclusion, Alcanada is only a short drive from Puerto Alcudia, which means residents get the privacy of a peninsula without giving up access to restaurants, shops and the wider amenities of the bay.

Sea views and the architecture behind them

Most homes in Alcanada are built on elevated terrain, which is why sea views over the Bay of Alcudia are the norm here rather than the exception. Properties tend to favour large windows, open terraces and infinity pools that make the most of the orientation. Architecturally, the area mixes traditional Mediterranean elements such as terracotta roofs and natural stone with more contemporary builds, so the streetscape is varied rather than uniform.

The coastline, the golf course and life by the sea

Alcanada does not have a sandy beach in the traditional sense. The shoreline is rocky and pebbled, with clear water that suits swimming and snorkelling more than sunbathing, and the small lighthouse island just offshore is the area's defining landmark. Buyers who want proper sand nearby usually rely on Puerto Alcudia's beach, a short drive away.

The other major draw is golf. Club de Golf Alcanada was designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. and remains one of the more highly rated courses in Spain, with several holes running directly along the coastline through olive groves and pine forest. For many buyers in this area, proximity to the course is as important as the sea view.

A seafront promenade connects Alcanada to Puerto Alcudia and is well used for walking, running and cycling. Along the way, La Terraza Alcanada is the area's main waterfront restaurant, known locally for its setting facing the lighthouse rather than for being widely advertised.

What kind of property is available in Alcanada

The market here is small and specific rather than broad. Most stock is villas, with a smaller number of apartments and penthouses in low-rise developments close to the golf course.

• Sea-view villas: the dominant property type, generally on elevated plots with private pools and direct views over the bay.
• Golf-front apartments and penthouses: in smaller developments near the course, often with shared pools and gardens, popular with buyers who want lower maintenance than a villa.
• Building plots: a limited number of frontline and sea-view plots come to market each year, mostly bought for bespoke builds.
• Townhouses: a small segment of the market, generally suited to families or as holiday lets.

Buying in Alcanada: what to expect

Inventory in Alcanada is genuinely limited. There is no large-scale development here, the peninsula is mostly built out, and that scarcity tends to support resale values better than in areas with ongoing new construction. Properties with direct frontline or unobstructed sea views typically see the strongest demand and command a clear premium over second-row equivalents.

On costs, the same rules apply as elsewhere in the Balearics: Spain's transfer tax (ITP) rises to 13% above the €2,000,000 threshold, in addition to notary, registry and legal fees. Our guide to costs and taxes when buying property in Mallorca breaks each of these down.

Other property types and areas worth comparing

If Alcanada is on your shortlist alongside other parts of the north coast, our pages on Alcudia and Puerto Alcudia cover the neighbouring areas in detail. For property types across the island, see our pages on villas for sale in Mallorca and apartments for sale in Mallorca.

Frequently asked questions about buying in Alcanada

Is Alcanada the same as Aucanada?

Yes. Aucanada is an older spelling of the same name and the two are used interchangeably to refer to this peninsula on Mallorca's northeast coast.

Does Alcanada have a beach?

Not a sandy one. The coastline is rocky and pebbled, good for swimming and snorkelling, while the nearest sandy beach is in Puerto Alcudia, a short drive away.

Is Alcanada close to a golf course?

Yes. Club de Golf Alcanada, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., sits within the area and is one of the main reasons buyers choose this part of the coast.

How far is Alcanada from Puerto Alcudia?

A few minutes by car, and the two are also connected by a seafront promenade suitable for walking or cycling.

Is property in Alcanada a good long-term investment?

Inventory here is limited and there is little room for further large-scale development, which has historically supported resale values, particularly for properties with direct sea views. As with any single-location investment, this should not be treated as a guarantee of future performance.