Villa BiniLlor

About Villa BiniLlor

Villa BiniLlor suits travellers who want a self-contained stay in a quiet whitewashed hamlet on the south coast of Menorca. The property is an apartment or villa, not rated, with its own outdoor pool, a kitchen or kitchenette, and a garden with a terrace. It works well for couples or families who prefer to cook and eat in, and who plan to explore the island by hire car.

The accommodation is set in Binibeca Vell, a purpose-built fishing-village-style cluster of white houses, narrow lanes and steps by the sea. The style is calm and residential, not resort-like. The property lists a full set of facilities including air conditioning, free WiFi, a washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, oven, toaster, coffee maker, TV and DVD player. A cot and high chair are available for families.

Location: Binibeca Vell

Binibeca Vell is a whitewashed hamlet of lanes and steps built to look like a traditional fishing village, on the south coast of Menorca. It is about 1.3 km straight line from Villa BiniLlor. The area is quiet, with a few small coves and rocky shores, and is popular for evening strolls along the water. In July and August the hamlet gets busy with day visitors, but in May, June, September and October it is much calmer.

The nearest village with shops and services is Sant Lluís, 4 km straight line from the villa. The capital Maó (Mahón) is 7.8 km straight line, with its harbour, restaurants, supermarkets and the main ferry terminal. A hire car is the most practical way to reach the villa and to get around the island. Taxis are available from the airport and Maó. Buses run to Maó and some southern resorts in summer, but they are less frequent outside the season.

Rooms and facilities

Villa BiniLlor is listed as an apartment or villa with a kitchen or kitchenette, so guests can prepare their own meals. The facilities include air conditioning, a fan, a safe, an iron and board, a hairdryer, toiletries, a washing machine, a dishwasher, a microwave, an oven, a toaster and a coffee maker. There is a TV and a DVD player, and free WiFi is available throughout. The property has a terrace and a garden, plus an outdoor swimming pool.

Families are catered for: a cot and a high chair are listed. The property also lists family rooms and a smoking area. Housekeeping and a laundry service are mentioned, and a shuttle service and car rental can be arranged. Guests should confirm with Villa BiniLlor the exact layout of the rooms, the number of bedrooms, and whether the pool is open year-round or seasonally. The property is non-smoking inside, with smoke detectors fitted.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is 4.1 km straight line from Villa BiniLlor, making it the nearest arrival point. A taxi from the airport takes about 10 minutes. A hire car collected at the airport gives the most flexibility, especially for reaching the villa and exploring the island. Buses run from the airport to Maó, but connecting to Binibeca Vell may require a change or a taxi from Sant Lluís. In winter, flights are fewer, so check schedules with the airline.

From Maó port (7.8 km straight line), a taxi or hire car takes about 15 minutes. Ferries from Barcelona, Mallorca and Menorca arrive at Maó and Ciutadella. There is no regular direct ferry between Ibiza and Menorca; most travellers connect through Mallorca or fly. The villa is not in a resort centre, so a car is recommended for arriving with luggage and for daily trips. The property lists free car parking on site.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Binibeca Vell is 1.3 km straight line from Villa BiniLlor, with its whitewashed lanes and small coves. Sant Lluís (4 km) has windmills, shops and restaurants. Maó (7.8 km) offers the harbour, the La Mola fortress (9.3 km straight line) and boat trips round the harbour (7.7 km). A talayotic village is 13.1 km away, part of the UNESCO Talayotic Menorca sites. The south coast beaches such as Cala en Porter, Son Bou and Cala Galdana are a short drive.

Menorcan food includes Mahón-Menorca cheese (protected designation of origin), caldereta de llagosta (lobster stew) from Fornells, and gin from Maó. The Camí de Cavalls, the 185 km coastal bridleway, passes near the south coast and can be accessed from Binibeca. In season, beach bars and restaurants in the area open, but many close from November to April. Check with the property for current recommendations.

A day from Villa BiniLlor

Start the morning at Villa BiniLlor with breakfast on the terrace. Drive 4 km to Sant Lluís to see the white windmills, then continue to Maó (7.8 km straight line) for a walk along the harbour and a boat trip round the port (7.7 km straight line). Visit the La Mola fortress (9.3 km straight line) for views over the harbour mouth. Return to Binibeca Vell for a swim in the villa's pool or a walk through the lanes.

In the afternoon, drive to one of the south coast coves such as Cala en Porter or Son Bou for a swim and a walk on the sand. In the evening, cook at the villa using local cheese and produce from Maó market. Alternatively, eat out in Sant Lluís or Maó. The short distances make it easy to return to the villa for a quiet evening on the terrace. The Camí de Cavalls offers a walking option near the coast.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca's tourism business closes roughly from November to April, so check with Villa BiniLlor whether it is open in the months you plan to travel. July and August are the busiest and hottest, with more crowds at the southern coves. 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, is reduced for longer stays and in low season, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate with the Govern de les Illes Balears.

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