Villa Grace

About Villa Grace

Villa Grace suits travellers who want a self-contained base on Menorca's north coast. The villa offers a kitchen, an outdoor pool and free car parking. It is a practical choice for couples or a small family who prefer to cook and come and go on their own schedule. The property is not rated and does not have a guest score.

This is an apartment or villa with a kitchen, dishwasher, washing machine and microwave. The outdoor pool is the main leisure facility. Air conditioning and free wifi are listed. The villa is not on the beachfront; Arenal d'en Castell bay is 0.5 km away as the crow flies. Guests need a car to reach most of the island's coves and villages.

Location: Arenal d'en Castell

Villa Grace is on Carrer De Sa Cornissa, in the Arenal d'en Castell area on Menorca's north coast. Arenal d'en Castell is a near-circular bay of pale sand, one of the larger resort beaches on the Tramuntana coast. The bay is about 0.5 km straight line from the villa. In high summer the beach and the surrounding streets fill with visitors. In the shoulder months of May, June and September the area is quieter, and many of the seasonal beach bars and shops operate reduced hours or close outside the peak season.

A car is necessary for most trips. Fornells, a fishing village known for its lobster stew, is 6.7 km away. Es Mercadal, at the foot of Monte Toro, is 8.5 km away. The Favàritx lighthouse is 7 km away. Maó port is 15.4 km straight line, and Menorca Airport is 17.1 km away. The nearest bus stop is in Arenal d'en Castell, but services are limited outside summer. Walking to the beach takes about 10 minutes on foot.

Rooms and facilities

The villa is listed with a kitchen, a washing machine, a dishwasher and a microwave. Air conditioning is available. Free wifi is included. A safe, a hairdryer and smoke detectors are listed. The property has non-smoking rooms. The outdoor pool is a key feature. Guests should confirm the exact number of bedrooms and the layout with the property before booking, as these details are not specified here.

For families, the kitchen and washing machine are useful for longer stays. Late arrivals should check the check-in procedure with the property, as the information is not given here. The free car parking on site is a practical advantage. The villa is a single unit, so there are no shared facilities. Confirm the pool's opening dates and whether it is heated, as this is not stated.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is 17.1 km straight line from Villa Grace. A taxi from the airport takes about 20 minutes by road. A hire car collected at the airport gives the most flexibility for exploring the island. Buses run from the airport to Maó and, in summer, to some resorts, but a connection to Arenal d'en Castell may involve a change in Maó. Check the island bus operator for current routes and timetables.

Maó port is 15.4 km straight line. Ferries from Barcelona and Palma arrive at Maó. From the port, a taxi to the villa takes about 15 minutes. Ciutadella, the old capital, is about 30 km away by road. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer. The villa's opening dates should be confirmed with the property, as much of Menorca's tourism business closes roughly from November to April.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Arenal d'en Castell is the nearest beach, 0.5 km away. The bay is sheltered and has pale sand. Fornells, 6.7 km away, is a fishing village on a natural harbour. It is known for caldereta de llagosta, a lobster stew. The Favàritx lighthouse, 7 km away, sits on dark slate inside S'Albufera des Grau Natural Park, the core zone of the Biosphere Reserve. The park has a lagoon, dunes and birdlife. Monte Toro, 7.1 km away, is the highest point on Menorca at about 358 m, with a sanctuary and views of both coasts.

Es Mercadal, 8.5 km away, lies at the foot of Monte Toro. The village has shops and restaurants. The Camí de Cavalls, the historic bridleway around the coast, passes through the area. Kayaking the north coast is listed as a nearby activity, 8.4 km away. The north coast has darker rock and reddish sand. The south coast coves, such as Cala Macarella and Cala Turqueta, are about 30 minutes by car. Mahón-Menorca cheese is produced on the island and has a protected designation of origin.

A day from Villa Grace

Start the morning at Villa Grace with breakfast made in the kitchen. Drive 0.5 km to Arenal d'en Castell for a swim. The bay is calm in the morning. Afterwards, drive 7 km to the Favàritx lighthouse. The road crosses the S'Albufera des Grau Natural Park. Park at the lighthouse and walk the short path to the slate cliffs. The wind can be strong here. Return to the car and drive 8.5 km to Es Mercadal for lunch. The village has several places to eat.

In the afternoon, drive 7.1 km up Monte Toro. The sanctuary at the top has views of the whole island. On a clear day you can see both the north and south coasts. Return to Villa Grace in the late afternoon for a swim in the outdoor pool. For dinner, drive 6.7 km to Fornells. The harbour is a pleasant place for a walk before or after eating. The drive back to the villa is short.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check the villa's opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months, with the highest temperatures and the busiest beaches. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (the ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation. The rate depends on the type of accommodation and the season, 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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