Villa Rosa

About Villa Rosa

Villa Rosa is a self-catering villa near Sant Josep de sa Talaia, in the south-west of Ibiza. It suits travellers who want a private base with a kitchen, a garden and an outdoor pool, away from the main resort strips. The property is not rated and has no guest score; it is a standalone house with a terrace and a solarium, ideal for those who prefer to cook and eat at home.

The villa is set in a quiet residential area, close to the island's highest point, Sa Talaia. It has free car parking on site, so a hire car is practical. The accommodation is listed with air conditioning, a washing machine, a dishwasher and a fireplace. Families will find a cot, high chairs and a playground listed among the facilities.

Location: Sant Josep de sa Talaia

Villa Rosa is on Carrer De La Vila, in the municipality of Sant Josep de sa Talaia, about 6.9 km from Sant Antoni de Portmany and 12.5 km from Ibiza Town port. Sant Josep is a working inland village with a church, a few shops and restaurants; it is not a beach resort. The nearest beaches are Cala d'Hort (7.1 km straight line) and Cala Comte (7.9 km), both reachable by car in about 10-15 minutes.

In high summer, July and August, the area is busy but quieter than the coast. The shoulder months of May, June and September are more relaxed, with fewer cars and lower demand. A car is needed for most trips: the villa has its own parking. Seasonal buses run from Sant Josep to Ibiza Town and the beaches, but services are less frequent outside summer.

Rooms and facilities

Villa Rosa is a single villa, not a hotel with multiple room types. The property is listed with a kitchen or kitchenette, a bath, a TV, a safe and free WiFi. There is a terrace and a garden with an outdoor pool and a solarium. The accommodation includes a washing machine, an iron and board, and a hairdryer. For families, a cot and high chairs are listed; a playground is also mentioned.

Guests arriving late should confirm check-in arrangements with the property in advance, as there is no 24-hour reception. The villa is non-smoking throughout. The kitchen has a microwave, an oven, a toaster, a dishwasher, a refrigerator and a coffee maker. A fireplace is listed for cooler evenings outside the summer months.

Getting there

Ibiza Airport (IBZ) is 8.4 km straight line from Villa Rosa. A taxi takes about 10-15 minutes. A hire car collected at the airport is the most practical option, as the villa has free parking. Buses from the airport serve Sant Josep and Ibiza Town, but with luggage and the need to reach the villa on Carrer De La Vila, a taxi or car is easier.

From Ibiza Town port (12.5 km straight line), a taxi or hire car takes about 15-20 minutes. Sant Antoni de Portmany is 6.9 km away. Flights and ferries are fewer in winter, and some bus lines run only in the summer season. Check the island bus operator for current timetables. The villa's free parking makes a hire car the recommended choice.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest beach by straight-line distance is Cala d'Hort (7.1 km), a cove facing the islet of Es Vedrà. Cala Comte (7.9 km) has shallow clear water and offshore islets. Both are within a short drive. Sant Antoni de Portmany (6.9 km) offers a bay, a promenade and the sunset strip. Sa Talaia, the highest point on Ibiza at about 475 m, is 0.4 km away and can be climbed on foot.

The Phoenician settlement of Sa Caleta (6.6 km) is a UNESCO World Heritage site. For food, the island specialities include bullit de peix and arròs a banda, a fish stew served in two courses. Fresh fish and rice dishes are common in local restaurants. The nearest village, Sant Josep de sa Talaia, has a few places to eat and a supermarket for self-catering supplies.

A day from Villa Rosa

Start the morning with a short walk to climb Sa Talaia, 0.4 km from the villa, for views over the island. Return for breakfast on the terrace. Then drive to Cala d'Hort (7.1 km) for a morning swim facing Es Vedrà. In summer, arrive early to find parking. Bring a picnic or buy supplies in Sant Josep.

In the afternoon, drive to Cala Comte (7.9 km) for the clear water and sunset views. Alternatively, visit the Sa Caleta Phoenician settlement (6.6 km) on the way back. End the day at the villa, cooking in the kitchen and using the outdoor pool or solarium. For a later evening, Sant Antoni de Portmany (6.9 km) is a short drive for a walk along the bay.

Practical tips

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

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