Can Xumeu Ferrer

About Can Xumeu Ferrer

Can Xumeu Ferrer is a self-catering hotel on Formentera, set inland on the road to La Savina, near the village of El Pilar de la Mola. It suits travellers who want a quiet base with a kitchen and outdoor space, away from the coastal crowds. The property is not rated with stars and has no guest score listed; it offers a straightforward, independent stay for those who prefer to cook and explore the island at their own pace.

The hotel provides a range of listed facilities: a kitchen with an oven, microwave, dishwasher and toaster, plus a washing machine, iron and board, and a hairdryer. Outside there is a garden, terrace and patio, with free car parking. Air conditioning, free WiFi and a TV are included. Cots and high chairs are available for families. The property also lists first aid supplies, non-smoking rooms, and toiletries.

Location: Formentera

Can Xumeu Ferrer is on the Carretera La Savina road, about 13.4 km straight line from the port at La Savina, where every ferry from Ibiza Town arrives. The nearest village is El Pilar de la Mola, 0.7 km away, a small settlement on the La Mola plateau with a craft market on Wednesdays and Sundays in season. Es Caló de Sant Agustí, a tiny fishing harbour with traditional boat houses, is 2.6 km straight line from the hotel. La Mola lighthouse is 3.3 km away.

The area is rural and quiet, with fields and pine woods. A car is useful for reaching the coast and the island's beaches, though bikes can cover the flat roads. In July and August the island is busy, but this inland location stays calmer than the coastal villages. In the shoulder months of May, June and September, the pace is slower and the roads quieter. From November to April much of the tourism business closes; check the hotel's opening dates.

Rooms and facilities

The hotel lists a kitchen, so guests can prepare their own meals. The property has a garden, terrace and patio for outdoor dining and relaxing. Air conditioning, a fan and a TV are listed. For families, cots and high chairs are available. The hotel also provides a hairdryer, iron and board, and toiletries. Free WiFi is included. All rooms are non-smoking.

Guests arriving late should confirm check-in arrangements with the property, as the hotel is not in a resort with a reception desk open all hours. The kitchen includes a dishwasher, microwave, oven and toaster, making self-catering straightforward. A washing machine is listed, useful for longer stays. The hotel does not list a pool or on-site dining; the nearest restaurants and shops are in El Pilar de la Mola or Es Caló de Sant Agustí.

Getting there

Formentera has no airport. Fly to Ibiza Airport (IBZ), about 7 km south-west of Ibiza Town. From the airport, take a bus or taxi to Ibiza Town port. Ferries run from Ibiza Town to La Savina: fast ferries take about 30-35 minutes, conventional ferries about an hour. Sailings are frequent in season and fewer in winter; check the operators for current timetables. From La Savina port, Can Xumeu Ferrer is 13.4 km straight line; a taxi or hire car is the most practical option.

Getting around Formentera is best by bike, scooter or car. The island is flat and has signposted green routes (circuits verds) for cycling. Buses connect the main villages in season. Taxis are available at the port and in Sant Francesc. The Consell de Formentera caps the number of visitor vehicles in high season; check before bringing or hiring a car. Can Xumeu Ferrer offers free car parking on site.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest beach by straight-line distance is Platja de Migjorn, 7 km away, a long open south-coast beach backed by dunes and juniper. Es Caló de Sant Agustí, 2.6 km away, has a tiny harbour with boat houses and a small rocky beach. La Mola lighthouse, 3.3 km away, offers views over the east coast. The craft market at El Pilar de la Mola is 0.7 km away, held on Wednesdays and Sundays in season.

Formentera's food includes peix sec (dried fish), island salads and fresh fish from the local waters. Restaurants and bars are found in Es Caló de Sant Agustí, El Pilar de la Mola and further afield in Sant Francesc Xavier and Es Pujols. The hotel's kitchen means guests can also shop for local produce and cook. The nearest shops for supplies are in El Pilar de la Mola or Sant Francesc.

A day from Can Xumeu Ferrer

Start the day at Can Xumeu Ferrer with breakfast on the terrace. Drive or cycle the 7 km to Platja de Migjorn for a morning swim on the long south-coast beach. The water is clear and the beach is backed by dunes. Return to the hotel for lunch prepared in the kitchen. In the afternoon, walk or drive the 2.6 km to Es Caló de Sant Agustí to see the traditional boat houses and the tiny harbour.

Late afternoon, drive 3.3 km to La Mola lighthouse for views across the sea. The plateau is about 190 m high and catches the breeze. On a Wednesday or Sunday in season, visit the craft market at El Pilar de la Mola, 0.7 km from the hotel, before heading back. End the day with a meal cooked at the hotel, eating on the patio as the light fades.

Practical tips

Much of Formentera's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check Can Xumeu Ferrer's opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months, with more visitors and higher demand for ferries and car hire. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (the ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation; the rate depends on the season and length of stay, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate on the Govern de les Illes Balears site.

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