Casa Sabarraca

About Casa Sabarraca

Casa Sabarraca is a self-catering villa in the countryside of Sant Lluís, on the south-east coast of Menorca. This is an unrated property with no guest score, suited to travellers who want a private base with a garden and outdoor pool, away from resort crowds. The villa offers independence: a full kitchen, a washing machine and a terrace for outdoor meals. It works for couples, families or small groups who prefer to cook and relax in their own space rather than eat out every night.

The stay is a villa rental, not a hotel with reception or daily housekeeping. The listed facilities include free WiFi, a dishwasher, an oven, a microwave, a toaster, a coffee maker, a refrigerator, a TV with DVD player, a hairdryer, an iron and board, a bath and internet access. Pets are allowed, which is useful for those travelling with a dog or cat. Guests should confirm the exact layout, number of bedrooms and any cleaning or linen arrangements directly with the property.

Location: Sant Lluís

Casa Sabarraca is in the rural area of La Barraca, on the road to Binisafúa, about 2.2 km straight line from the white village of Sant Lluís. Sant Lluís is a quiet settlement of windmills and farmland, with a few shops, bakeries and a small supermarket. The village has a weekly market and a couple of cafés. The nearest beach is Binibeca Vell, 3 km straight line, a whitewashed fishing-village-style hamlet with a rocky cove and a small sandy strip. Maó, the capital, is 5.8 km straight line, with its long natural harbour, restaurants and shops.

In high summer, July and August, the south-east coast is busy but less crowded than the central coves. The villa's garden and pool offer a retreat from the midday heat. In the shoulder months of May, June, September and October, the area is quieter and the temperatures are milder for walking or cycling. A car is essential for exploring: the nearest bus stop is in Sant Lluís, but services are limited outside summer. The Camí de Cavalls passes within a few kilometres, offering coastal walks.

Rooms and facilities

Casa Sabarraca is a villa, not a hotel with multiple room types. The listed facilities include a kitchen, a washing machine, a dishwasher, an oven, a microwave, a toaster and a coffee maker, so the property is equipped for self-catering. There is a TV with DVD player, free WiFi and internet access. The terrace and garden provide outdoor space, and the private outdoor pool is the main attraction for cooling off. A bath and hairdryer are listed, but guests should confirm the number of bathrooms and bedrooms with the property.

For families, the pool and garden are safe for children, and the full kitchen makes meal preparation easy. Pets are allowed, which is useful for those travelling with a dog. Late arrivals should check the check-in procedure: there is no 24-hour reception, so the property will need to know the arrival time in advance. The villa is a single unit, so it suits one group or family rather than multiple parties.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is 2.5 km straight line from Casa Sabarraca, a short taxi ride of about five minutes. A hire car is the most practical option: the airport has several rental desks, and the villa's rural location makes a car necessary for shopping and exploring. Buses from the airport run to Maó and, in summer, to the resorts, but they do not stop at the villa. A taxi from the airport to the villa is quick and affordable.

Maó port is 5.8 km straight line from the villa. Ferries from Barcelona, Palma and Alcúdia arrive at Maó; a taxi from the port takes about ten minutes. Sant Lluís is 2.2 km straight line, a five-minute drive for supplies. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, and some bus lines stop running. Guests arriving in the low season should check the ferry and flight schedules in advance and arrange a taxi or hire car from the port or airport.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest beach is Binibeca Vell, 3 km straight line, a whitewashed hamlet built around a rocky cove with a small sandy area and clear water. Further along the south coast, the coves of Cala en Porter, Cala Galdana, Cala Macarella and Cala Turqueta are within a 15-20 minute drive. These are limestone coves with white sand and pine shade; arrive early in summer to find parking. The longest beach on Menorca, Son Bou, is about 20 minutes north-east, with dunes and a wetland behind it.

Sant Lluís, 2.2 km away, has a few shops and a bakery. Maó, 5.8 km straight line, offers the harbour, restaurants, the La Mola fortress (7.6 km straight line) and boat trips around the harbour (5.6 km straight line). S'Albufera des Grau Natural Park, 12.3 km straight line, is the core of the Biosphere Reserve, with a lagoon, dunes and birdwatching. The Camí de Cavalls passes near the villa; walk a stage along the south coast or cycle to Binibeca. Local food includes Mahón-Menorca cheese, caldereta de llagosta (lobster stew) and gin from Maó.

A day from Casa Sabarraca

Start the day at Casa Sabarraca with breakfast on the terrace. Drive 3 km to Binibeca Vell for a morning swim in the cove, or walk along the coastal path. Return to the villa for lunch by the pool. In the afternoon, drive 5.8 km into Maó to explore the harbour: walk along the waterfront, visit the market or take a boat trip around the harbour (5.6 km straight line). The boat trip lasts about an hour and gives views of the Georgian buildings and the La Mola fortress.

In the late afternoon, drive 7.6 km to the La Mola fortress, a 19th-century Isabel II fortress guarding the harbour entrance, with views over the sea. Return to the villa for an evening swim. Cook dinner using local produce from the Sant Lluís shop or Maó market. After dark, sit on the terrace with a glass of local gin or Mahón-Menorca cheese. The quiet rural setting means clear skies for stargazing.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check with Casa Sabarraca for its exact opening dates and whether the pool is heated or open year-round. July and August are the peak months, with higher demand and more crowds at the beaches. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (the ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation; the rate varies by season and length of stay, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate on the Govern de les Illes Balears website.

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