Finca El Pendolero hosts weddings, company events and private receptions in exclusive hire, in a 1911 country house on the Carretera del Pardo in Torrelodones, north-west of Madrid. The site combines a central hall, three period salons, a glazed greenhouse and landscaped terraces, with views of the Sierra de Guadarrama, the Monte del Pardo and the city.
Seminars and company events
The estate describes itself as dedicated to weddings and corporate events. A company booking the whole property gets a hall for a dinner or awards evening, salons for a reception or a smaller group, and garden terraces for a cocktail. The kitchen area is large and a big storage room keeps the drinks supply on site. Marquees can be added when the guest count requires it, so the format is flexible. The site does not publish a maximum number of guests, so ask for the figure that fits your layout.
Weddings and receptions
Weddings are the main business. The estate is offered in exclusivity, so a single celebration takes place on the grounds at a time. Ceremony, cocktail and dinner can be spread between the gardens, the greenhouse and the salons. The salons keep their original Belle Epoque details: crystal chandeliers, high plaster ceilings, skylights and tall windows. Tables, decoration and lighting are arranged for each event rather than offered as a fixed package. The team says it has organized receptions since 1911.
Rooms and capacities
The site lists these spaces by surface area:
The Gran Hall Central covers 130 square meters and is used for dancing. Three salons complete the interior: two of 50 square meters and one of 24 square meters. Two further areas measure 300 and 350 square meters. The greenhouse covers 300 square meters, is glazed, and has awnings for shade and heating for cold days. Two landscaped terraces of nearly 400 square meters come with chairs, benches and parasols.
The site gives surface areas and no seated or standing capacities. Request those per room when you plan a layout.
Catering
The property has a spacious kitchen and a large drinks store. The official pages do not name an in-house caterer or say whether outside caterers are allowed. Confirm this before you compare quotes.
History and setting
The house was built in 1911 for Julia Herrera, Duchess of Maura, who lived there until 1969. Its iron window grilles and central door show Art Nouveau influence. The estate keeps a collection of original posters, between 50 and 100 years old, gathered over fifteen years from antique dealers, collectors and auctions. The grounds lie in the Cuenca Alta del Manzanares natural park, a protected area of holm oaks, with views across to the Sierra de Guadarrama and the Monte del Pardo.
Getting there
The address is Carretera del Pardo s/n, 28250 Torrelodones, Madrid. The office answers calls from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Check transport options and parking with the team, as the official pages do not describe them.
