Astbury Apartments Es Calo Village

About Astbury Apartments Es Calo Village

Astbury Apartments Es Calo Village suits travellers who want a quiet base on Formentera, away from the busier villages. The apartments are self-catering, with kitchens or kitchenettes, and the property is not rated by stars. It works well for couples and families who prefer to cook and explore at their own pace.

The stay is in Es Caló de Sant Agustí, a tiny fishing harbour of boat houses below the La Mola plateau. The apartments are listed with air conditioning, free wifi and free car parking. The property has a garden and a terrace, plus facilities such as a washing machine, a safe and a cot on request.

Location: Es Caló de Sant Agustí

Es Caló de Sant Agustí is a small, traditional settlement on the east coast of Formentera, about 0.5 km from the apartments. The harbour has boat houses and a calm, local feel. The nearest village with shops and services is Sant Ferran de ses Roques, 6 km away by road. The island's capital, Sant Francesc Xavier, is further, so a hire car or scooter is useful for exploring.

In high summer, the island is busy, but Es Caló remains quieter than Es Pujols or the beaches of the north. In the shoulder months of May and October, the pace is slower and many seasonal businesses have shorter hours. The apartments are not on the beach; the nearest beach, Platja de Migjorn, is 4.1 km away in a straight line, so you will need transport to reach the sand.

Rooms and facilities

The apartments are equipped for self-catering, with a kitchen or kitchenette, a refrigerator, a microwave, an oven and a toaster. Each unit has a balcony or patio, a TV, a DVD player and free wifi. Facilities listed include air conditioning, a washing machine, an iron and board, and a hairdryer. Families can request a cot or high chair, and the property has family rooms.

Some rooms have a sofa bed, which adds flexibility for extra guests. The property offers express check-in and luggage storage, useful for late arrivals. Confirm with Astbury Apartments Es Calo Village about the exact layout and any extra charges for cots or cleaning. The listed facilities suggest a practical, comfortable stay rather than a luxury resort.

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, then a ferry to La Savina. Fast ferries take about 30-35 minutes; conventional ferries about an hour. Sailings are frequent in season and fewer in winter, so check the operators for current timetables.

From La Savina port, Astbury Apartments Es Calo Village is 10.8 km away in a straight line. A hire car, scooter or taxi is the practical way to cover the distance. The Consell de Formentera caps visitor vehicles in high season, so check before bringing or hiring a car. Bikes and the signposted green routes (circuits verds) are good for shorter trips, but the distance to the apartments makes a motorised option more realistic.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The boat houses at Es Caló are 0.5 km away, a short walk from the apartments. The craft market at El Pilar de la Mola is 2.9 km away, and the La Mola lighthouse is 6.1 km away. The nearest beach is Platja de Migjorn, 4.1 km away in a straight line, a long open beach backed by dunes and juniper. Sant Ferran de ses Roques, 6 km away, is a crossroads village with basic services.

Formentera's food is simple and local: fresh fish, peix sec (dried fish) and island salads. The capital Sant Francesc Xavier has a market and shops. The Ses Salines Natural Park in the north has the Ses Illetes sand spit and the Estany Pudent and Estany des Peix lagoons, good for birdwatching and calm water. These are further afield, so plan a day trip with transport.

A day from Astbury Apartments Es Calo Village

Start the day at Astbury Apartments Es Calo Village with breakfast on the balcony or patio. Walk the 0.5 km to the boat houses at Es Caló to see the harbour in the morning light. Then drive or cycle to Platja de Migjorn, 4.1 km away, for a few hours on the beach. The water is clear, and the beach is open and uncrowded in the early morning.

In the afternoon, head to El Pilar de la Mola, 2.9 km away, to visit the craft market (open on Wednesdays and Sundays in season). Continue to the La Mola lighthouse, 6.1 km away, for views over the island. Return to Es Caló for a quiet evening, perhaps cooking in the apartment or eating at a local spot. The day involves a mix of walking and driving, so a hire car or scooter is useful.

Practical tips

Much of Formentera's tourism business closes roughly from November to April, so check with Astbury Apartments Es Calo Village about its opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months, with the busiest beaches and the highest demand for transport. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (the ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation; the rate changes by season and length of stay, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the Govern de les Illes Balears for the current rate.

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