Casa Marcos

About Casa Marcos

Casa Marcos suits travellers who want a self-catering base on Formentera with a kitchen or kitchenette and a car parking space included. The property is not rated with stars and has no guest score listed. It is an apartment or villa, so you manage your own meals and daily routine. The accommodation is inland, 1.9 km straight line from Platja de Migjorn, the long south-coast beach backed by dunes and juniper.

The property is in the central part of Formentera, a short distance from Sant Ferran de ses Roques. It is not on the beachfront, but the beach is reachable by bike or car. The listed facilities include air conditioning, a terrace, free wifi, a safe, a cot and babysitting service. There is also a shuttle service and car rental on site, which helps with getting around the island.

Location: Platja de Migjorn

Casa Marcos is in the area of Platja de Migjorn, on the south coast of Formentera. The beach itself is 1.9 km straight line from the property. The area is a mix of dunes, juniper scrub and scattered holiday accommodation. It is quieter than Es Pujols or the port villages. The nearest village is Sant Ferran de ses Roques, 2.4 km straight line, a crossroads with a few shops and bars. Es Pujols, the liveliest village with a beach and evening bars, is 3.7 km away.

In high summer the roads around Platja de Migjorn get busy with cars and scooters. In the shoulder months of May, June and September the area is much calmer. A car or bike is useful because the nearest shop or restaurant is a short ride away. The property has free car parking, so you can leave a hire car safely. The green routes (circuits verds) for cycling pass through this part of the island.

Rooms and facilities

Casa Marcos is listed as an apartment or villa. The facilities include a kitchen or kitchenette with an oven, toaster, refrigerator and coffee maker. There is air conditioning, a fan and a safe. Rooms have a TV, a hairdryer and a bidet. Some units have a sofa bed. The property also has a terrace. It is not clear from the listing how many bedrooms or bathrooms there are, so check with the property when booking.

For families, a cot and babysitting service are listed. Late arrivals can use the luggage storage. The property has non-smoking rooms and a smoking area. There is a laundry service. Free wifi is available throughout. The accommodation is cleaned during your stay. Confirm the exact layout and the number of beds directly with Casa Marcos before arrival.

Getting there

Formentera has no airport. You 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 there to La Savina on Formentera. Fast ferries take about 30-35 minutes; conventional ferries about an hour. Sailings are frequent in season and fewer in winter. Check the ferry operators for current timetables.

From La Savina port, Casa Marcos is 7.3 km straight line. You can take a taxi, a hire car or a bus. The property offers a shuttle service and car rental. To explore Formentera, bikes and the signposted green routes are a good option. Scooters and taxis are also available. The Consell de Formentera caps visitor vehicles in high season, so check before bringing or hiring a car.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest beach is Platja de Migjorn, 1.9 km straight line. It is a long open beach with dunes and juniper. The boat houses at Es Caló are 4 km away, a tiny fishing harbour below La Mola. Sant Francesc Xavier, the island capital, is 4.9 km away, with its fortified 18th-century church and a market. The Ca na Costa megalithic tomb, about 4,000 years old, is 5 km from the property near Es Pujols.

For food, Formentera is known for peix sec (dried fish), island salads and fresh fish. You can buy supplies in Sant Ferran or Sant Francesc. The property has a kitchen, so you can cook your own meals. The nearby villages have small shops for basics. In season, there are beach bars along Platja de Migjorn, but the property is not on the beachfront.

A day from Casa Marcos

Start the morning at Casa Marcos with breakfast on the terrace. Drive or cycle the 1.9 km to Platja de Migjorn for a swim. The beach is long and open, backed by dunes. After a few hours, head to Sant Ferran de ses Roques, 2.4 km away, for a coffee or to pick up supplies. The village has a few shops and a relaxed feel.

In the afternoon, visit the Ca na Costa megalithic tomb, 5 km away near Es Pujols. Then go to Es Caló, 4 km away, to see the boat houses and the tiny harbour. Late afternoon, drive to Sant Francesc, 4.9 km, to see the fortified church. Return to Casa Marcos for an evening meal cooked in the kitchen. The terrace is a good spot to end the day.

Practical tips

Much of Formentera's tourism business closes roughly from November to April. Check with Casa Marcos for its opening dates. July and August are the peak months, with more people and higher demand. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation. The rate depends on the type of accommodation and the season, is reduced in low season and for longer stays, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate on the Govern de les Illes Balears site.

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