Villa Wicker

About Villa Wicker

Villa Wicker is a self-catering villa in the Sant Josep municipality, set back from the coast near Playa d'en Bossa. It suits travellers who prefer a private base with a garden, outdoor pool and terrace, rather than a hotel with shared facilities. The property is not rated and has no guest score, so you book on the basis of its listed amenities and location.

The villa offers a kitchen, washing machine and dishwasher, making it practical for longer stays or families who want to cook. Free car parking is listed, which is useful given the distances to the beach and town. The outdoor pool and picnic area provide space to relax on site, while the lounge and terrace give indoor-outdoor living options.

Location: Playa d'en Bossa

Villa Wicker is on Carrer Del Torrent in Sant Josep de sa Talaia, about 2.5 km straight line from Playa d'en Bossa. Playa d'en Bossa is the longest beach on the island, with a wide strip of sand and the big clubs behind it. The area is busy in summer with day visitors and nightlife, but the villa's garden and pool offer a quieter retreat a short drive away.

Ibiza Town is 4.4 km straight line, and the port is 5.1 km. Dalt Vila, the walled upper town, is also 4.4 km. In high summer, the roads around Playa d'en Bossa and Ibiza Town are congested, so a hire car or taxi is the most practical way to reach the beach or town. In the shoulder months of May, June, September and October, the area is quieter and parking easier.

Rooms and facilities

Villa Wicker is a single villa, not a hotel with multiple rooms. The listed facilities include air conditioning, a kitchen with oven, microwave and refrigerator, a washing machine and dishwasher, a TV, free WiFi, a safe, and a hairdryer. The property also lists a terrace, patio, garden and outdoor pool. Cribs are available, which suggests it can accommodate families with infants.

The villa has non-smoking rooms and a lounge area. A concierge service, luggage storage, housekeeping, laundry and dry cleaning are listed, so you can arrange cleaning and assistance during your stay. There is no mention of a reception desk or set check-in hours, so confirm arrival arrangements directly with the property.

Getting there

Ibiza Airport (IBZ) is 2.5 km straight line from Villa Wicker, making it one of the closest villas to the airport. A taxi takes about five minutes. Buses from the airport serve Playa d'en Bossa, Ibiza Town, Sant Antoni and Santa Eulària, with more lines in summer. A hire car collected at the airport is the most flexible option for exploring the island.

Ibiza Town port is 5.1 km straight line. Ferries from the port connect to Formentera (La Savina), Palma, Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia. If you arrive by ferry, a taxi from the port to the villa takes about ten minutes. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, so check the schedules. The villa's free car parking makes a hire car convenient for the whole stay.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Playa d'en Bossa is the nearest beach, 2.5 km straight line. It is the longest beach on the island, with shallow water and a long stretch of sand. Behind the beach are the large clubs. For a quieter swim, Talamanca is 6.1 km away, a calm bay across the marina from Ibiza Town. The south coast also has coves within Ses Salines Natural Park, a short drive south.

The Phoenician-Punic necropolis of Puig des Molins is 3.8 km straight line, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dalt Vila and its Renaissance walls are 4.6 km, and the Sa Caleta Phoenician settlement is 5.7 km. For food, the island's fish stew bullit de peix and rice dishes are served in restaurants across the area. The Punta Arabí hippy market at Es Canar runs on Wednesdays in season.

A day from Villa Wicker

Start the morning at Villa Wicker with breakfast on the terrace or patio. Drive 2.5 km to Playa d'en Bossa for a swim before the crowds arrive. Alternatively, head 4.4 km to Dalt Vila and walk the 16th-century walls, then visit the cathedral at the top. The Puig des Molins necropolis is 3.8 km and can be seen on the way back towards the villa.

For lunch, drive south into Ses Salines Natural Park for a picnic at one of the coves. In the afternoon, return to the villa for a swim in the outdoor pool. In the evening, drive 5.1 km to the Ibiza Town port for a stroll along the marina, then dinner in the old town. The short distances mean you can return to the villa easily after dark.

Practical tips

Much of Ibiza's tourism business closes roughly from November to April, so check the villa's opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months, with the highest demand and the busiest roads. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (the ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation; the rate depends on the season and accommodation type, and is reduced for longer stays. Children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate on the Govern de les Illes Balears site.

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