Water Front Villa Shalom

About Water Front Villa Shalom

Water Front Villa Shalom is a self-catering villa for travellers who want an independent base on Menorca's south coast. The property is not rated by stars, and no guest score is listed, so the emphasis falls on the generous facilities and the quiet setting near the whitewashed lanes of Binibeca Vell. It suits couples and families who prefer cooking, swimming and exploring at their own pace.

The villa sits in the area of Binibeca Vell, a hamlet of narrow lanes and steps by the sea, about 0.8 km away. With an outdoor pool, a terrace, a full kitchen and free car parking, the stay is built around outdoor living and easy access to the southern coves. The airport is only 4.4 km off in a straight line, which makes arrivals and departures simple.

Location: Binibeca Vell

Binibeca Vell is a whitewashed fishing-village-style hamlet of lanes and steps by the sea, about 0.8 km from the villa. In high summer, the area attracts day visitors who come to photograph the alleys and swim from the rocky edges, so the lanes can feel busy by midday. The villa itself is set back from the busiest part, and the straight-line distance means a short drive or a longer walk along the coastal paths.

Sant Lluís is 4 km away, a white village of windmills with shops and a weekly market. Maó, the capital, is 8 km off in a straight line, above the long natural harbour. In the shoulder months of May and September, the pace is quieter, and the lanes of Binibeca Vell are easier to enjoy without the crowds. A car is useful for reaching the coves and the capital, though the airport and Sant Lluís are close.

Rooms and facilities

The villa is listed with a kitchen, oven, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator and toaster, so self-catering is straightforward. The facilities also include a washing machine, iron and board, a safe, a TV, a DVD player and free WiFi. For families, a cot is listed, and the bathroom includes a bath and hairdryer. The outdoor pool and terrace provide space for relaxing between outings.

Smoke detectors and non-smoking rooms are listed, which adds to the sense of a well-kept property. The fireplace is a feature for cooler evenings, though the outdoor pool is the main draw in summer. Confirm with the property whether the pool is heated and what the exact check-in and check-out times are, as these details are not given. The villa is not on the beachfront, so plan to drive the short distance to the sea.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is 4.4 km away in a straight line, making the transfer quick. A taxi from the airport to the villa takes about ten minutes by road, or you can collect a hire car at the terminal and drive yourself. Buses run from the airport to Maó and, in summer, to some resorts, but for a villa with free parking, a hire car is the most practical option.

If arriving by ferry, the port at Maó is 8 km off in a straight line. From the port, a taxi or a hire car covers the distance in about 15 minutes. The villa's free car parking is a listed facility, so you can leave the car securely. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, so check schedules with the operators and the hotel for the property's opening months.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Binibeca Vell is the nearest area, 0.8 km away, with its whitewashed lanes and small coves. Sant Lluís is 4 km off, where you can find shops, a church and windmills. Maó, 8 km away, offers the harbour, Georgian architecture and a gin tradition from the British period. A boat trip round Maó harbour starts from 7.8 km off, and the La Mola fortress is 9.2 km away, guarding the harbour mouth.

The south coast of Menorca is known for limestone coves under pines, such as Cala Macarella and Cala Turqueta, but these are not within the given distances. The villa's listed facilities include fishing, surfing and water sports, so you can arrange activities locally. For local food, Mahón-Menorca cheese has a protected designation of origin, and the nearby villages serve simple Menorcan dishes, though no restaurants are named here.

A day from Water Front Villa Shalom

Start the morning at the villa with breakfast on the terrace, using the kitchen to make coffee and toast. Drive the short distance to Binibeca Vell, about 0.8 km, and walk the lanes before the day visitors arrive. In the late morning, head to Sant Lluís, 4 km away, to see the windmills and pick up supplies for lunch.

After lunch, drive to Maó, 8 km off, and take a boat trip round the harbour, which starts 7.8 km from the villa. The trip shows the length of the natural harbour and the fortifications. In the late afternoon, visit the La Mola fortress, 9.2 km away, to see the 19th-century defences. Return to the villa for a swim in the pool and an evening meal cooked in the kitchen.

Practical tips

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

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