Villa Gertrudis

About Villa Gertrudis

Villa Gertrudis suits travellers who want a self-catering base in the Ibiza countryside, away from the coastal resorts. The villa is near Santa Gertrudis de Fruitera, a village known for its weekly market and relaxed atmosphere. It is not rated with stars and has no guest score listed. The property provides free car parking, which is useful given its inland location.

This is an apartment or villa, so guests have their own space and cooking facilities. It works well for couples or small groups who prefer independence over hotel services. The property is not beachfront, so you need transport to reach the coast. The setting is quiet, with fields and rural roads around it.

Location: Santa Eulària des Riu

Villa Gertrudis is outside the main resort areas, near Santa Gertrudis de Fruitera in central Ibiza. The village has a few shops, cafés and a famous market on Sundays. The area is flat and agricultural, with orange groves and almond trees. It feels calm even in high summer, when the coastal towns are busy. In the shoulder months of May, June, September and October, the countryside is green and quiet.

You need a car, taxi or seasonal bus to get anywhere from Villa Gertrudis. The nearest beach, Talamanca, is 9 km away in a straight line. Cala Llonga is 9.2 km away and Santa Eulària des Riu is 9.2 km away. Ibiza Town port is 9.6 km away. The property's address is Diseminado P 24, a rural road. Walking to shops or restaurants is not practical; you drive or take a taxi.

Rooms and facilities

The villa is listed as an apartment or villa, so it likely includes a kitchen or kitchenette, a living area and one or more bedrooms. The exact layout and number of bedrooms are not specified, so check with the property when booking. Free car parking is the only facility listed. There is no mention of air conditioning, a pool or a garden, so confirm these details directly.

Couples and small families will find the space adequate for a self-catering stay. Late arrivals should confirm check-in procedures, as there is no reception desk. The property is not beachfront, so you need to drive to the coast. It suits guests who plan to explore the island by car and return to a quiet base in the evening.

Getting there

Ibiza Airport (IBZ) is 14.6 km straight line from Villa Gertrudis. A taxi takes about 20 minutes, depending on traffic. A hire car gives flexibility for the whole stay. Buses from the airport to Santa Gertrudis are limited; in summer there are more services, but a car is more practical for this rural location. The airport is in Sant Josep, about 7 km south-west of Ibiza Town.

Ibiza Town port is 9.6 km away. If you arrive by ferry from Formentera, Palma, Barcelona, Valencia or Dénia, you can take a taxi or hire a car at the port. Santa Eulària des Riu is 9.2 km away and Talamanca is 9 km away. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, so check schedules. The property's free parking makes a hire car the best option.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest beaches are Talamanca (9 km), a calm shallow bay across the marina from Ibiza Town, and Cala Llonga (9.2 km), a long sheltered inlet with shallow water. Santa Eulària des Riu (9.2 km) has a promenade, a marina and a slower pace in the evenings. The walls of Dalt Vila in Ibiza Town are 10.1 km away, and the Puig des Molins necropolis is 10.4 km away. Las Dalias market at Sant Carles de Peralta is 11.1 km away, open on Saturdays in season.

Food on Ibiza includes bullit de peix and arròs a banda, a fish stew served in two courses, plus fresh fish and rice dishes. Santa Gertrudis itself has a few places to eat, but you will need to drive to the coast for more choice. The inland location means you are close to the island's central roads, making it easy to reach both the north and south coasts.

A day from Villa Gertrudis

Start the morning with a drive to Santa Eulària des Riu (9.2 km). Walk along the promenade and have a coffee by the marina. Then head to Talamanca (9 km) for a swim in the shallow bay. The water is calm and the beach is less crowded than Playa d'en Bossa. For lunch, buy supplies in Santa Eulària or Ibiza Town and return to Villa Gertrudis to cook.

In the afternoon, visit Dalt Vila in Ibiza Town (10.1 km). Walk the Renaissance walls and see the cathedral at the top. The Puig des Molins necropolis (10.4 km) is nearby. In the evening, drive to Cala Llonga (9.2 km) for a sunset swim or a walk along the shore. Return to the villa for a quiet evening. A car is essential for all these trips.

Practical tips

Much of Ibiza's tourism business closes roughly from November to April, so check the Villa Gertrudis opening dates before booking. July and August are the busiest months, with higher demand for cars and taxis. 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 property, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate on the Govern de les Illes Balears website.

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