Villa Can Joan den Coves

About Villa Can Joan den Coves

Villa Can Joan den Coves suits travellers who want a self-contained base away from the coast. This is a private villa with its own outdoor pool, garden and a full kitchen, so you can cook and relax without depending on restaurants or beach clubs. It is not rated with stars and has no guest score listed, so you judge the fit from the facilities and location.

The property sits in the countryside near Santa Gertrudis de Fruitera, a village in the centre of Ibiza. The setting is quiet, with fields and low stone walls around. You need a car to reach most beaches, markets and towns, but the peace and the private pool make up for the driving.

Location: Santa Eulària des Riu

Villa Can Joan den Coves is in the rural Poligono 28 area, about 9 km from Santa Eulària des Riu and 10.7 km from Ibiza Town port. The nearest village is Santa Gertrudis de Fruitera, a small inland settlement with a few cafés and a church. The villa is not on the beach; the closest coastal point is Cala Llonga at 9.5 km straight line, followed by Talamanca at 10.1 km. The area is farmland, so you hear birds and the occasional tractor rather than nightclub bass.

In July and August the roads fill with hire cars and taxis, but the villa's location keeps the daytime heat and crowds at a distance. In the shoulder months of May, June, September and October the countryside is quieter and the pool more welcome after a day out. The villa's garden and terrace give you outdoor space without needing a beach towel every day.

Rooms and facilities

The villa is listed with air conditioning, a fan and a fireplace, so you can adjust the temperature in any season. The kitchen has a dishwasher, microwave, oven, toaster and coffee-making equipment, plus a washing machine and ironing board. For families, a cot and high chairs are listed; confirm availability and bedding configuration with the property when booking. The bathroom includes a bath, hairdryer and toiletries.

There is free WiFi and internet access, a TV and a terrace or patio. The outdoor pool is private and the garden has parking for one car. The villa is non-smoking indoors. If you arrive late, the self-catering setup means you can shop in Santa Gertrudis or Santa Eulària beforehand and cook your own meal. Check with the property about check-in times and key collection.

Getting there

Ibiza Airport (IBZ) is 15.9 km straight line from Villa Can Joan den Coves. A taxi takes about 20 minutes on the main roads; a hire car gives you flexibility for the whole stay. Buses from the airport run to Ibiza Town and Santa Eulària, but the villa is not on a bus route, so you need a taxi from the stop or a car. In winter, fewer flights arrive and the bus service is reduced; check the island bus operator for current timetables.

From Ibiza Town port (10.7 km straight line) you can take a taxi or drive. The port has ferries from Formentera, Palma, Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia. Santa Eulària des Riu is 9 km away and has a marina and a promenade. The villa is easiest to reach by car; if you arrive by taxi, you will need to arrange a hire car or rely on taxis for the rest of the trip. The roads are well signposted to Santa Gertrudis.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest coastal areas are Cala Llonga (9.5 km) and Talamanca (10.1 km), both sheltered bays with shallow water. Santa Eulària des Riu (9 km) has a riverfront promenade, a marina and a weekly market. The historic walled town of Dalt Vila in Ibiza Town is 11.2 km away; the Puig des Molins necropolis is 11.5 km. The Las Dalias market at Sant Carles de Peralta is 10.4 km away and runs on Saturdays (check current days).

Ibiza's food includes bullit de peix and arròs a banda, a fish stew served in two courses. You can buy fresh fish and local produce in Santa Eulària or Santa Gertrudis and cook at the villa. The Ses Salines Natural Park, with its salt pans and dunes, is about 15 km south. The north coast coves such as Portinatx are further away, about 25 km, so a car is essential for exploring the island.

A day from Villa Can Joan den Coves

Start the morning with breakfast on the villa's terrace. Drive 9 km to Santa Eulària des Riu for a walk along the riverfront and a coffee at a café. From there, continue 9.5 km to Cala Llonga for a swim in the sheltered inlet. The beach has shallow water and a few places to eat. Return to the villa for lunch by the pool.

In the afternoon, drive 10.4 km to the Las Dalias market at Sant Carles if it is a Saturday (check the current day). Browse the stalls and have a drink. Late afternoon, head 11.2 km to Ibiza Town and walk the walls of Dalt Vila before sunset. The view over the port and the sea is wide. Drive back to the villa for dinner cooked in the kitchen or a meal at a restaurant in Santa Gertrudis.

Practical tips

Much of Ibiza's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check with Villa Can Joan den Coves whether it is open in winter. July and August are the peak months with the highest temperatures and the most visitors. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation; the rate depends on the season and the type of villa, and is reduced for longer stays. Children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate on the Govern de les Illes Balears website.

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