Villa Menorca Raquel

About Villa Menorca Raquel

Villa Menorca Raquel suits travellers who want a self-contained base close to the west coast of Menorca. The property is an apartment or villa with its own outdoor pool, garden and terrace. It is not rated for stars and has no guest score listed. The accommodation provides the tools for a self-catering holiday: a kitchen with oven, microwave, toaster, dishwasher, refrigerator and coffee maker, plus a washing machine and laundry service. Guests can prepare their own meals and eat on the terrace or in the garden.

This is a practical stay for families or small groups. The villa lists a cot, family rooms and a range of household equipment including an iron and board, hairdryer, safe and smoke detector. Free Wi-fi and internet access are included, along with a TV, DVD player and radio. Air conditioning is listed, and a first-aid kit is present. The property is not on the beachfront, but the nearest coves are a short drive away.

Location: Ciutadella de Menorca

Villa Menorca Raquel is in Cala en Bosc, a small settlement on the south-west coast of Menorca, about 8.3 km from Ciutadella. Cala en Bosc itself is a quiet area with a small cove and a handful of shops and cafés. The villa is set back from the water, with a garden and pool. The address is Levante 38, a residential street. In high summer the area is busier with holiday lets, but it remains calmer than the main resort beaches. In May, June, September and October the pace is slower and the roads quieter.

Ciutadella is the nearest town, about 8.3 km straight line away. The old town with its cathedral, palaces and harbour is reachable by car or taxi in about 15 minutes. The southern coves – Cala Turqueta (6.8 km), Cala Macarella (9 km) and Cala Galdana (10.6 km) – are all within a short drive. For everyday supplies, Cala en Bosc has a small supermarket; a larger one is in Ciutadella. A car is useful for exploring, though a taxi can take you to the coves and back.

Rooms and facilities

The villa lists a range of facilities that indicate self-sufficient accommodation. There is a kitchen with an oven, microwave, toaster, dishwasher, refrigerator and coffee maker, plus a washing machine and laundry service. Guests have use of a terrace, garden and an outdoor pool. The property has air conditioning, free Wi-fi, a TV, DVD player and radio. A cot is listed, and family rooms are available. The bathroom has a bath and hairdryer. A safe and smoke detector are provided, and a first-aid kit is on hand.

Couples and families should confirm the exact layout and number of bedrooms with the property. The listed facilities suggest a well-equipped apartment or villa for independent stays. Late arrivals can use the self-catering kitchen, and the outdoor pool and terrace offer private space. The property is non-smoking. Guests should check with Villa Menorca Raquel about check-in and check-out times and any additional charges for cleaning or laundry.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is about 33.6 km straight line from Villa Menorca Raquel. A taxi from the airport to Cala en Bosc takes about 35-40 minutes. A hire car collected at the airport gives flexibility for the whole stay. Buses run from the airport to Maó, and in summer some services connect to Ciutadella, from where a taxi can cover the remaining 8.3 km to the villa. In winter, fewer flights and buses operate, so a car or taxi is the most reliable option.

From Maó port (37 km straight line) or Ciutadella (8.3 km straight line), a taxi or hire car is the simplest way to reach the villa. Ciutadella is the nearest town with a ferry terminal; ferries from Ciutadella link to Barcelona and Alcúdia on Mallorca. For those arriving by ferry, a taxi from Ciutadella port to Cala en Bosc takes about 15 minutes. The villa is outside the main resort areas, so public transport to Cala en Bosc is limited; check the island bus operator for current routes.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest named cove is Cala Turqueta, 6.8 km straight line away, a limestone cove with white sand and pine shade. Cala Macarella (9 km) and Cala Galdana (10.6 km) are similar, with clear water and rocky edges. These coves fill early in July and August; arrive before mid-morning or use the bus from Ciutadella. Son Bou, 21 km straight line east, is the longest beach on Menorca, with dunes and a wetland behind it. Ciutadella old town (8.3 km) has a cathedral, palaces and a narrow harbour where people watch the sunset.

The Camí de Cavalls passes near the south coast, and sections around Cala Galdana and Cala Turqueta are walkable. The Naveta des Tudons, a prehistoric boat-shaped tomb, is a short drive from Ciutadella. Menorcan food includes Mahón-Menorca cheese, a protected designation of origin, and caldereta de llagosta, a lobster stew from Fornells on the north coast. For supplies, Ciutadella has markets and shops. The villa's kitchen allows guests to cook with local produce.

A day from Villa Menorca Raquel

A day from Villa Menorca Raquel could start with breakfast on the terrace or by the outdoor pool. Drive 6.8 km to Cala Turqueta, arriving early to find a spot on the white sand. Swim in the clear water and walk the pine-shaded path to the small cave at the back of the cove. Return to the villa for lunch prepared in the kitchen. In the afternoon, drive 8.3 km to Ciutadella old town. Walk through the narrow streets to the cathedral, then down to the harbour for a late-afternoon drink.

From Ciutadella harbour, walk out along the port to the far end for a view back over the moored boats. Drive back to Cala en Bosc as the light fades. In the evening, cook dinner using ingredients from the Ciutadella market or a local shop. Sit on the terrace or by the pool as the air cools. The villa's garden and outdoor space provide a quiet end to the day, away from the busier resort areas. For a longer excursion, Cala Macarella (9 km) and Cala Galdana (10.6 km) are alternatives for another day.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check Villa Menorca Raquel's opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months, with more crowds at the southern coves and higher demand for taxis and car hire. 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 stay, is reduced in low season and 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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