Villa Son Tretze

About Villa Son Tretze

Villa Son Tretze suits travellers who want a self-contained base in southern Menorca, close to the airport and the capital Maó. The villa offers a kitchen, outdoor pool and garden, making it a practical choice for families or small groups who prefer to cook and relax on site rather than eat out every evening. The property is not beachfront, but the south-coast coves and the white village of Sant Lluís are a short drive away.

This is an unrated apartment or villa with a range of listed facilities: air conditioning, free WiFi, a washing machine, dishwasher and microwave. There is no on-site restaurant or bar, so guests rely on the kitchen and nearby shops. The outdoor pool and garden provide private outdoor space. The lack of a star rating means the property does not follow the hotel classification system; the facilities and layout are what define the stay.

Location: Sant Lluís

Villa Son Tretze is on Cami De Biniparell in the municipality of Sant Lluís, a white village of windmills and farmland about 1.8 km away in a straight line. Sant Lluís has a few shops, cafés and a weekly market; it is a quiet, residential area rather than a resort strip. The villa is set in farmland, so the immediate surroundings are rural, with fields and low stone walls. A car is needed for most errands and excursions.

Maó (Mahón), the capital, is 3.6 km straight-line distance, and its port is the same distance. Es Castell, the Georgian barracks town at the harbour mouth, is 4.4 km away. In high summer, the south-coast coves fill early, but the villa's pool offers an alternative to the beach. In the shoulder months of May, June and September, the area is quieter, and the roads to the coves are less congested. The villa is not in a nightlife zone, so evenings are calm.

Rooms and facilities

The villa is listed with a kitchen, dishwasher, microwave, washing machine and coffee facilities, so guests can prepare meals and pack light. Air conditioning is listed, which is useful in the summer heat. Free WiFi is available, and there is a safe for valuables. The property is non-smoking and has a smoke detector. The outdoor pool and garden are the main outdoor amenities; there is free car parking on site.

Couples will find the villa private and self-contained. Families can use the kitchen and the pool, but the exact number of bedrooms and bathrooms is not listed, so check the layout when booking. Late arrivals should confirm check-in procedures with the property, as there is no 24-hour reception. The listed hairdryer and safe are useful extras. The villa is a single unit, not part of a larger complex, so there are no shared facilities.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is 2 km straight-line distance from Villa Son Tretze, making it one of the closest accommodations to the runway. A taxi takes about five minutes; a hire car collected at the airport is the most practical option for exploring the island. Buses from the airport to Maó run year-round, but they do not stop at the villa; you would need a taxi from the nearest bus stop in Sant Lluís or Maó.

Maó port is 3.6 km straight-line distance. Ferries from Barcelona and Palma arrive at the port; a taxi from the terminal to the villa takes about ten minutes. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, and some car-hire desks at the airport may have reduced hours. The villa's free parking means you can leave the car and walk to the pool. The straight-line distance to Sant Lluís village is 1.8 km, walkable on a quiet road but more convenient by car.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Sant Lluís village, 1.8 km away, has a church, a few shops and a windmill. The south-coast beaches such as Binibeca Vell, Cala en Porter and Son Bou are within a short drive but are not listed with specific distances; the nearest listed sight is a boat trip round Maó harbour, 3.5 km away. La Mola fortress, a 19th-century fortification guarding the harbour entrance, is 6.1 km straight-line distance. S'Albufera des Grau, the Biosphere Reserve's core zone with lagoon and dunes, is 10.1 km away.

Menorcan food includes Mahón-Menorca cheese, a protected product, and caldereta de llagosta (lobster stew) from Fornells on the north coast. The villa's kitchen allows guests to buy local produce at Sant Lluís market or Maó's shops. The Camí de Cavalls, the 185 km coastal trail, passes near the south coast; a section can be accessed from the beaches or from the route near Sant Lluís. The prehistoric Naveta des Tudons is near Ciutadella, about 40 km west.

A day from Villa Son Tretze

Start the day with breakfast at the villa, using the listed coffee facilities. Drive 3.6 km to Maó harbour and join a boat trip round the port, which takes about an hour and shows the 5 km natural harbour, the Es Castell barracks and the La Mola fortress. After the boat, walk up to the Maó market for local cheese and cold meats to take back for lunch at the villa's garden.

In the afternoon, drive 10.1 km to S'Albufera des Grau Natural Park. Walk the trails around the lagoon and look for birds; the Favàritx lighthouse is inside the park. Return to the villa for a swim in the outdoor pool before dinner. In the evening, drive 1.8 km to Sant Lluís for a walk around the white streets and windmills, or stay at the villa and cook dinner using the kitchen and microwave.

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, when the south-coast coves and Maó harbour are busiest. 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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