Villa Margarita

About Villa Margarita

Villa Margarita is a self-catering villa on the south coast of Menorca, in the Son Bou area. It suits travellers who want a quiet base with a private outdoor pool and garden, and the freedom to cook and eat at home. The property is not rated or scored, and offers a straightforward, independent stay.

The villa is listed with a kitchen, washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, oven, toaster and coffee maker, making it practical for longer stays or families. Air conditioning, free wifi, a TV and DVD player are provided. The outdoor pool and terrace are the main draws for relaxing between trips to the beach.

Location: Son Bou

Son Bou is the longest beach on Menorca, backed by dunes and a wetland. Villa Margarita is set back from the coast, 0.4 km straight line from the beach. The area is mostly residential and low-key, with a strip of shops and casual eateries near the beach in summer. In high season the beach gets busy, but the villa's garden and pool offer a retreat.

A car is useful for exploring. Cala en Porter is 6 km straight line, a deep cove with cliffs and a small beach. Es Mercadal and Monte Toro are 9.8 km away. In the shoulder months of May, June and September, Son Bou is quieter, and parking near the beach is easier. Much of the island's tourism business closes roughly from November to April, so check the villa's opening dates.

Rooms and facilities

The villa is listed with a kitchen, living area, bathroom with bath, hairdryer, iron and board, and a washing machine. The balcony and terrace overlook the garden and pool. Air conditioning and free wifi are included, as is a TV and DVD player. The property is a single unit, suitable for a family or group who want space and privacy.

There is no on-site reception or restaurant. Guests should confirm the exact number of bedrooms and the layout with the property before booking. Late arrivals are possible, but check the check-in procedure. The kitchen is fully equipped with a dishwasher, microwave, oven, toaster, refrigerator and coffee maker, so self-catering is straightforward.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is 12.9 km straight line from Villa Margarita. A taxi takes about 15-20 minutes. Buses run from the airport to Maó and, in summer, to the south coast resorts; from Maó you can take a bus towards Son Bou, but a hire car is more practical for reaching the villa and exploring the island. Car hire desks are at the airport.

Maó port is 16.1 km straight line; ferries from Barcelona and Palma arrive there. From the port, a taxi or hire car is the easiest option. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, and some bus lines stop running. The villa is 0.4 km from Son Bou beach, walkable, but a car is needed for Cala en Porter (6 km) and other coves.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Son Bou beach is 0.4 km away, a long stretch of sand with dunes and a wetland behind it. Cala en Porter is 6 km straight line, a sheltered cove between high cliffs. Cala Macarella, known for its white sand and turquoise water, is 12.4 km straight line, best reached by car or on foot via the Camí de Cavalls. A talayotic village is 2.5 km away, a prehistoric site from the Talayotic Menorca World Heritage listing.

Es Mercadal and Monte Toro are 9.8 km straight line. Monte Toro, at about 358 m, is the highest point on Menorca, with a sanctuary and views of both coasts. The area produces Mahón-Menorca cheese, a protected designation of origin, available in local shops. The Camí de Cavalls, the coastal bridleway, passes near Son Bou and offers walking routes along the south coast.

A day from Villa Margarita

Start the morning with breakfast on the terrace at Villa Margarita, then walk the 0.4 km to Son Bou beach for a swim. The beach is long and sandy, backed by dunes. After a few hours, return to the villa for lunch by the pool. In the afternoon, drive 6 km to Cala en Porter, a deep cove with cliffs, or 2.5 km to the nearby talayotic village to see a prehistoric settlement.

In the late afternoon, head to Es Mercadal and drive up Monte Toro (9.8 km) for the view over the island. Return to the villa for a quiet evening: cook in the kitchen, eat on the terrace, and watch a DVD or relax by the pool. In summer, the sun sets late, so the terrace stays warm into the evening.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check Villa Margarita's opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months, with the busiest beaches and highest demand. 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 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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