Casa Carla

About Casa Carla

Casa Carla is an apartment or villa set in the countryside outside the main resort areas of Ibiza. It suits travellers who want a quiet base with their own kitchen, garden and swimming pool, while still being a short drive from Ibiza Town and the island's main sights. The property is not rated with stars, and no guest score is listed, so the stay is best judged on its location and facilities.

The villa is a self-catering stay, with the facilities you would expect for independent living: a kitchen with oven, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator, plus air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and free car parking. It works well for couples and families who prefer to cook and come and go on their own schedule. The countryside setting means you will need transport, but the distances to town and the airport are short.

Location: Santa Eulària des Riu

Casa Carla is in the countryside near Santa Eulària des Riu, on the eastern side of Ibiza. The address is on Carrer Can Ramon, in a rural area away from the busy coastal strips. Ibiza Town is 4.1 km away in a straight line, and the port is 3.7 km, so the villa is close enough for easy trips into the historic centre. Talamanca, a calm bay across the marina from town, is 2.8 km away.

The countryside location means you will need a car, taxi or bus for most outings. The nearest village is not specified, but Santa Eulària des Riu, with its promenade, marina and slower evenings, is a short drive. In high summer, the area around Ibiza Town and Talamanca is busy, but the villa's rural setting offers quiet. In the shoulder months of May and September, the countryside is peaceful, and many restaurants and shops in the towns remain open.

Rooms and facilities

The property is a self-contained apartment or villa, not a hotel with standard rooms. The listed facilities include air conditioning, a kitchen, a dining area with a refrigerator, microwave, oven and dishwasher, and a terrace. There is also a garden, a swimming pool and a picnic area, so outdoor living is a key part of the stay. Free Wi-Fi and a TV are listed, along with a hairdryer and iron and board.

For families, cots are available, and the self-catering set-up makes it easy to manage meal times. For couples, the terrace and pool offer a private retreat. The property is non-smoking throughout. Since the exact layout and number of bedrooms are not specified, confirm the sleeping arrangements and the pool's opening season with the property before booking. Check whether the pool is heated or open year-round, as much of Ibiza's tourism business closes from November to April.

Getting there

Ibiza Airport (IBZ) is 10.3 km away in a straight line from Casa Carla. A taxi from the airport takes about 15 to 20 minutes depending on traffic, and a hire car is a practical option for exploring the island. Buses link the airport with Ibiza Town and Santa Eulària, but from the bus stop you would still need a taxi or a walk to the villa, so a car is recommended. The airport is in Sant Josep, about 7 km south-west of Ibiza Town.

If arriving by ferry, Ibiza Town port is 3.7 km away in a straight line. From the port, a taxi or hire car will get you to the villa in about 10 minutes. The port has ferries to Formentera, Palma, Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, and seasonal buses may not run, so check the operators for current timetables. The villa's free parking is a clear advantage if you hire a car.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest beach is Talamanca, 2.8 km away in a straight line, a calm shallow bay across the marina from Ibiza Town. It is a good spot for a swim or a walk along the promenade. Cala Llonga, a long sheltered inlet with shallow water, is 6 km away. For the historic centre, Dalt Vila and Ibiza Town are 4.1 km away, where you can walk the Renaissance walls and see the cathedral. The Puig des Molins necropolis, a Phoenician-Punic burial site, is 4.8 km away.

Further afield, the Las Dalias market at Sant Carles de Peralta is 12.2 km away, held on Saturdays in season. The island's food includes bullit de peix and arròs a banda, a fish stew served in two courses, plus fresh fish and rice dishes. You will find restaurants in Ibiza Town and Santa Eulària, but the villa's kitchen means you can also cook with local produce. The countryside around the villa is quiet, so plan to drive for most meals and outings.

A day from Casa Carla

Start the day with breakfast on the terrace at Casa Carla, using the kitchen to make coffee. Drive the 2.8 km to Talamanca for a morning swim in the calm bay, or head to Ibiza Town, 4.1 km away, to walk the walls of Dalt Vila before the heat builds. The Renaissance walls and the cathedral at the top offer views over the port. From there, walk to the Puig des Molins necropolis, 4.8 km from the villa, to see the ancient burial ground.

For lunch, drive to Cala Llonga, 6 km away, a sheltered inlet with shallow water and a few places to eat. Spend the afternoon swimming or resting on the beach. In the evening, return to Ibiza Town for dinner at a restaurant in the old town or along the port, trying a fish stew. Drive back to Casa Carla for a night swim in the pool. The distances are short, so a car makes the day easy, and the villa's quiet location is a good end to the day.

Practical tips

Much of Ibiza's tourism business, including many restaurants and seasonal buses, closes roughly from November to April, so check with Casa Carla about its opening dates and what is available in the area during your stay. July and August are the peak months, with the busiest beaches and the highest temperatures. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax is charged by the accommodation per person per night, with rates depending on the season and length of stay; children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate with the Govern de les Illes Balears.

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