Villa La Vida

About Villa La Vida

Villa La Vida is a self-catering villa in Cala Llonga, on the east coast of Ibiza. It suits couples or families who want a private base with a garden, a terrace and a jacuzzi, away from the main resort strips. The villa is not rated by stars and has no guest score listed. It offers a kitchen, a washing machine and free car parking, so you can cook and explore independently.

Cala Llonga is a long, sheltered inlet between wooded headlands, with shallow water that works well for children. The villa sits in a residential street about 400 metres straight line from the bay. The area is quieter than the south-coast beaches, yet within easy reach of Santa Eulària des Riu and the island's main roads.

Location: Cala Llonga

Cala Llonga is a sheltered bay on Ibiza's east coast, about 3.5 km straight line from Santa Eulària des Riu. The inlet runs inland between pine-covered slopes, and the water stays shallow near the shore. The beach has a few shops and places to eat in summer. The villa is on Carrer Des Munt Everest, a short walk from the bay.

In high summer Cala Llonga gets busy with day visitors, but the villa's garden and terrace offer a private retreat. In the shoulder months of May, June, September and October the cove is quieter and parking is easier. A car is useful for reaching the island's coves and markets; the villa has free parking. Santa Eulària, with its promenade, marina and shops, is a short drive away.

Rooms and facilities

Villa La Vida is listed with air conditioning, free wifi, a TV and a hairdryer. The kitchen has a microwave, an oven and a coffee maker. There is a washing machine, an iron and board, and a fireplace for cooler evenings. The villa is non-smoking throughout and has a smoke detector and first aid kit.

The accommodation includes a terrace and a patio, plus a garden with a jacuzzi. Guests arriving late should confirm check-in arrangements with the property, as there is no reception desk. The listed facilities suggest a self-contained stay for a family or a small group; confirm the number of bedrooms and the layout directly with Villa La Vida.

Getting there

Ibiza Airport (IBZ) is about 15.6 km straight line from Villa La Vida. A taxi takes roughly 20-25 minutes by road. A hire car collected at the airport gives flexibility for the whole stay. Buses run from the airport to Santa Eulària des Riu and other towns, but the villa is easiest to reach by car or taxi, especially with luggage.

Ibiza Town port is about 8.4 km straight line from the villa. From the port a taxi takes about 15 minutes. Santa Eulària des Riu is 3.5 km away. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, and some seasonal bus lines stop running; check the island bus operator for current timetables. The villa's free parking makes a hire car the most practical option year-round.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Cala Llonga beach is 0.4 km straight line from the villa, a short walk downhill. Santa Eulària des Riu, 3.5 km away, has a riverfront promenade, a marina and a market. Talamanca, a calm shallow bay near Ibiza Town, is 7.3 km away. The hippy markets at Las Dalias in Sant Carles (7.4 km) and Punta Arabí at Es Canar (7.9 km) are easy drives.

Dalt Vila, the walled old town of Ibiza Town, is 8.9 km straight line from Villa La Vida. The Renaissance walls and the cathedral at the top are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The island's fish stew, bullit de peix, and rice dishes are served in many restaurants along the east coast; Santa Eulària has a good choice of places to eat.

A day from Villa La Vida

Start the morning at Villa La Vida with coffee on the terrace. Walk down to Cala Llonga beach, 0.4 km away, for a swim in the shallow water. Drive the short distance to Santa Eulària des Riu for a walk along the promenade and a look at the marina. Pick up supplies at the local shops for lunch back at the villa.

In the afternoon, drive to the hippy market at Punta Arabí in Es Canar (7.9 km) if it is a Wednesday in season, or to Las Dalias in Sant Carles (7.4 km) on a Saturday. Return to Villa La Vida to use the jacuzzi in the garden. In the evening, drive to Ibiza Town (8.9 km) to walk the walls of Dalt Vila and have dinner in the old town.

Practical tips

Much of Ibiza's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check with Villa La Vida for its opening dates. July and August are the peak months, when Cala Llonga is busiest and advance booking is essential. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (the ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation; the rate varies by season and accommodation type, is reduced for longer stays, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate on the Govern de les Illes Balears website.

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