Villa Binisafua Ses Palmeres

About Villa Binisafua Ses Palmeres

Villa Binisafua Ses Palmeres is an unrated apartment or villa on Menorca, set in the south-eastern part of the island. It suits travellers who want a self-contained base with a kitchen, a garden and an outdoor pool, away from the busier resort centres. The property is not on the beachfront, but the sea is close by and the whitewashed hamlet of Binibeca Vell lies about 1.3 km away.

The villa offers a straightforward, practical stay. The listed facilities include air conditioning, free wifi, a washing machine, a dishwasher, a microwave, an oven and a toaster, so longer stays and family meals are easy to manage. A cot and high chairs are listed, which makes the property a possible choice for those travelling with small children. There is free car parking on site, and the garden and pool provide outdoor space without leaving the property.

Location: Binibeca Vell

The villa stands on Passeig De La Mar 11, in the area of Binibeca Vell. This is a whitewashed fishing-village-style hamlet of lanes and steps by the sea, built for looks as much as for use. It is quiet and pedestrian-friendly, with a small harbour and a handful of places to eat. The nearest village, Sant Lluís, is about 4 km away by straight line, and the island capital Maó (Mahón) is about 7.8 km away.

In high summer, the south coast draws day-trippers to its coves, but Binibeca Vell keeps a calmer feel. In the shoulder months of May, June, September and October, the lanes are nearly empty and the sea is still warm enough for swimming. A car is useful for reaching the airport, the port and the island's interior, though the villa's own parking means you can leave it and walk to the hamlet. The nearest beach is not at the door, so plan a short drive or a longer walk.

Rooms and facilities

The property is an apartment or villa, not a rated hotel, so there is no star category or guest score. The rooms are listed with air conditioning, which helps in the summer heat, and a fan is also listed. The kitchen is equipped for self-catering, with a dishwasher, microwave, oven, toaster and coffee-making facilities. A washing machine, iron and board, and hairdryer are listed, which is useful for longer holidays or for families.

The villa lists a fireplace, which suggests it can be used outside the main summer season, though you should confirm heating arrangements with the property. Free wifi and internet access are listed, and a TV is available. The outdoor pool and garden are shared or private depending on the exact layout, so check with the property how the villa is configured. Non-smoking rooms are listed, and the patio offers an outdoor seating area.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is about 4 km away by straight line from Villa Binisafua Ses Palmeres. A taxi from the airport takes around 10 minutes in normal traffic, or you can hire a car at the terminal and drive. Buses run from the airport to Maó and, in summer, to some resorts, but a direct bus to Binibeca Vell is not guaranteed, so a hire car or taxi is the most straightforward option.

If you arrive by ferry, Maó port is about 7.8 km away by straight line. From the port, a taxi or hire car will take you south-east towards the coast. The villa's free parking makes a hire car practical for exploring the island. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, and some seasonal bus lines stop running, so check the island bus operator for current schedules. The journey from the port is short and the roads are well signposted.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest area to the villa is Binibeca Vell, about 1.3 km away, where you can walk through the whitewashed lanes and sit by the small harbour. Sant Lluís, about 4 km away, is a white village with windmills and a Sunday market. Maó, about 7.8 km away, has the harbour, shops, restaurants and the covered market, as well as the Georgian architecture left from the British period.

For sights, a boat trip round Maó harbour is about 7.7 km away, and the La Mola fortress at Maó is about 9.4 km away. A talayotic village, part of the World Heritage-listed prehistoric sites, is about 13 km away. The south coast has coves such as Cala Macarella and Cala Turqueta, but they are not within walking distance. For food, try Mahón-Menorca cheese, which has a protected designation of origin, and look for caldereta de llagosta, a lobster stew, in the fishing villages.

A day from Villa Binisafua Ses Palmeres

Start the morning at Villa Binisafua Ses Palmeres with breakfast on the patio, then drive the short distance to Binibeca Vell, about 1.3 km away. Walk through the narrow lanes and steps down to the water, where the whitewashed houses reflect in the calm sea. In the late morning, drive north to Maó, about 7.8 km away, and walk along the harbour, one of the largest natural harbours in the Mediterranean.

After lunch in Maó, visit the La Mola fortress, about 9.4 km away, which guards the harbour entrance. In the afternoon, return towards the villa and stop at a beach on the south coast, such as Cala en Porter or Son Bou, depending on the season and how busy they are. In the evening, cook at the villa using the kitchen, or walk back to Binibeca Vell for a meal. The pool is a good option for a late swim before sunset.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca's tourism business closes roughly from November to April, so check with Villa Binisafua Ses Palmeres about its opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months, when the southern coves fill early and car parks at beaches have limits. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax is charged per person per night by the accommodation; the rate changes with the season and length of stay, and children under 16 are exempt, so check the Govern de les Illes Balears for the current figure.

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