Viviendas Es Garrovers

About Viviendas Es Garrovers

Viviendas Es Garrovers suits travellers who want a simple, self-catering base on Formentera without staying in the busiest resort. The property is a one-star apartment or villa, so the stay is practical rather than luxurious. It works well for couples and small families who plan to spend their days out exploring the island and need a comfortable place to return to.

The accommodation sits between the lagoon and the south coast, close to the crossroads village of Sant Ferran de ses Roques. That position gives easy access to both the calm northern waters and the open southern beaches. With a kitchen, air conditioning and free parking, the property is geared towards independent travellers who prefer to cook and move around at their own pace.

Location: Sant Ferran de ses Roques

Viviendas Es Garrovers lies 0.6 km from Sant Ferran de ses Roques, a small village that serves as a hub between the Estany Pudent lagoon and the south coast. The village has a few shops and a laid-back feel, and it is well placed for reaching the rest of the island. Es Pujols, the liveliest village with a beach and evening bars, is 2.3 km away. The capital Sant Francesc Xavier, with its fortified church and market, is 2.6 km from the property.

In high summer, the island gets busy, and the roads around the villages fill with scooters and hire cars. The property's location away from the main resort areas keeps things quieter. In the shoulder months, from spring to early summer and in autumn, the pace slows, and many seasonal businesses close roughly from November to April. The main villages stay open, but check with the hotel about its own opening dates.

Rooms and facilities

The rooms at Viviendas Es Garrovers are listed with air conditioning, a fan, a kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave and toaster, and a washing machine. Each unit has a TV, a safe, a hairdryer and a private bathroom with a bidet. Free WiFi is listed, and the property offers non-smoking rooms. The kitchen allows guests to prepare their own meals, which suits longer stays or those wanting to avoid eating out every night.

For families, a cot is listed, and the property has a garden, a terrace and a patio. There is free car parking on site, plus luggage storage. The facilities also mention a solarium and a picnic area. Confirm with the property exactly which of these are available for your unit, as the listing may not apply to every apartment or villa. Late arrivals should arrange check-in times directly with the hotel.

Getting there

Formentera has no airport. Fly to Ibiza Airport (IBZ), about 7 km south-west of Ibiza Town, then take a taxi or bus to the port. From Ibiza Town port, ferries cross 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, so check the ferry operators for current timetables. From La Savina, Viviendas Es Garrovers is 5.2 km away in a straight line, a short drive or taxi ride.

Once on Formentera, getting around is easiest by bike, scooter or car. The island has signposted green routes (circuits verds) for cycling and walking. Buses and taxis also operate, but services are reduced outside the main season. The Consell de Formentera caps the number of visitor vehicles in high summer, so check the rules before bringing or hiring a car. The hotel has free parking, which helps if you do bring one.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest beaches are not right at the door, but the property is well placed. Es Pujols, 2.3 km away, has a sandy beach and a lively promenade. The long open beach of Platja de Migjorn is on the south coast, a short drive from Sant Ferran. The lagoons of Estany Pudent and Estany des Peix are close by, about 3.6 km from the hotel, and are good for birdwatching and calm-water paddling. Ca na Costa, a megalithic tomb about 4,000 years old, is 3.5 km away near Es Pujols.

Sant Francesc Xavier, 2.6 km away, is the island's small capital, with an 18th-century fortified church and a few shops. The village of Sant Ferran itself, 0.6 km away, has a couple of bars and a simple local feel. Island food includes peix sec (dried fish), fresh fish and simple salads. For a wider choice of restaurants, head to Es Pujols or the capital, but remember that many places close outside the summer season.

A day from Viviendas Es Garrovers

Start the day at Viviendas Es Garrovers with breakfast in the kitchen or on the patio. In the morning, drive or cycle the 2.3 km to Es Pujols for a swim at the beach before the day boats arrive. The water is calm and clear, and the beach has a relaxed atmosphere. Afterwards, take a short trip to the lagoons, 3.6 km away, to watch birds and walk along the shore.

In the afternoon, head to Sant Francesc Xavier, 2.6 km away, to see the fortified church and wander the streets. Return to the hotel for a rest, then in the evening drive to Cap de Barbaria or Cala Saona for sunset, both a bit further afield. End the day with a simple meal cooked at the apartment, or walk the 0.6 km to Sant Ferran for a drink at a local bar.

Practical tips

Formentera's tourism season runs mainly from late spring to early autumn. Much of the island's accommodation, restaurants and services close roughly from November to April, so check with Viviendas Es Garrovers about its opening dates before booking. July and August are the busiest months, with more people and higher demand. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (the ecotasa) is charged by the accommodation per person per night; the rate varies by season and length of stay, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate with the Govern de les Illes Balears.

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