Villa Anfós

About Villa Anfós

Villa Anfós is a self-catering villa in a quiet residential area near Punta Prima, on Menorca's south-east coast. It suits travellers who want independence and space, with a kitchen, a private outdoor pool and a garden. The property is not rated with stars and has no guest score listed; it is a straightforward rental for a family or small group.

The villa provides a base for exploring the south coast coves, the capital Maó and the nearby villages. With a hire car, guests can reach the white-sand coves of the Migjorn coast, the historic harbour of Maó and the prehistoric sites of the island. The property is open seasonally; check the exact opening months with the owner.

Location: Sant Lluís

Villa Anfós is on Carrer De S'anfós, outside the main resort areas, near Punta Prima. Punta Prima is a coastal area with a small beach and a few shops and restaurants. The village of Sant Lluís is 4.3 km straight line away, a white village of windmills with a market and services. Binibeca Vell, a whitewashed fishing-village-style hamlet, is 4.5 km straight line away. Es Castell, the Georgian barracks town at the mouth of Maó harbour, is 6.8 km straight line away.

A hire car is useful for exploring the island. The property is not beachfront; the nearest beaches are a short drive away. In July and August, the south coast coves fill early and parking can be limited. In the shoulder months of May, June and September, the area is quieter, with fewer crowds and milder temperatures. The main towns of Maó and Sant Lluís stay open year-round, but many beach bars and seasonal restaurants close from November to April.

Rooms and facilities

The villa is listed with a kitchen, an oven, a microwave, a toaster, a refrigerator and a washing machine. There is a terrace and a garden with an outdoor pool. Rooms include a bath, a hairdryer, an iron and board, and a TV. Free WiFi and internet access are provided. The property has non-smoking rooms and a cot is available.

Couples and families can use the kitchen for self-catering. Late arrivals should confirm check-in arrangements with the property, as there is no reception desk. The villa is a single unit, so the whole property is private. Confirm the exact number of bedrooms and the layout with the owner before booking.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is 7.5 km straight line from Villa Anfós. A taxi from the airport takes about 10-15 minutes. A hire car collected at the airport gives flexibility for exploring the island; the drive to the villa is straightforward via the main roads. Buses run from the airport to Maó and, in summer, to the resorts; from Maó, a local bus or taxi is needed to reach the villa.

Maó port is 8.3 km straight line away. Ferries from Barcelona, Palma and Alcúdia dock there; from the port, a taxi or hire car is the most practical option. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, and some bus lines run less frequently. Check the island bus operator for current timetables if relying on public transport.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest villages are Sant Lluís (4.3 km), Binibeca Vell (4.5 km) and Es Castell (6.8 km). Sant Lluís has a weekly market, shops and a few restaurants. Binibeca Vell is a photogenic hamlet of white houses built around a small cove. Es Castell has a waterfront promenade, a church and a Georgian fort. The La Mola fortress at Maó (7.1 km straight line) is a 19th-century Isabel II fortress guarding the harbour entrance, with views of the sea.

A boat trip round Maó harbour (7.7 km straight line) shows the 5 km long natural harbour, one of the largest in the Mediterranean. S'Albufera des Grau Natural Park (14.9 km straight line) is the core zone of the Menorca Biosphere Reserve, with a lagoon, dunes and the Favàritx lighthouse. The south coast coves such as Cala en Porter, Cala Galdana and Cala Macarella are a short drive away. Mahón-Menorca cheese, with a protected designation of origin, is a local speciality.

A day from Villa Anfós

A day from Villa Anfós might start with a morning drive to the La Mola fortress at Maó, 7.1 km away. The fortress offers a walk around the ramparts and views over the harbour entrance. From there, a short drive into Maó (8.3 km from the villa) leads to the harbour for a boat trip round the 5 km long natural harbour. The trip passes the Es Castell barracks and the entrance to the port.

After the boat trip, lunch can be in Es Castell (6.8 km), a town with a Georgian character and a waterfront. In the afternoon, drive to S'Albufera des Grau Natural Park (14.9 km) for a walk around the lagoon and a visit to the Favàritx lighthouse on the dark slate coast. Return to the villa for an evening swim in the outdoor pool and a meal prepared in the kitchen.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check the villa's opening dates with the owner. July and August are the peak months, with hot weather and crowded coves; book well ahead. 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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