Villa Beltran

About Villa Beltran

Villa Beltran suits travellers who want a quiet base in the Menorcan countryside, away from the resort crowds. The villa is a self-catering property with an outdoor pool, free parking and a kitchen, making it a practical choice for families or small groups who prefer to cook their own meals and explore the island at their own pace.

The property is not rated by stars and has no guest score listed. It offers a straightforward, independent stay: guests have a private pool, air conditioning and a washing machine, with the nearest village of Sant Lluís 3.9 km away. The villa is not on the beachfront, so a car is needed for trips to the coast.

Location: Sant Lluís

Villa Beltran is in the countryside of Sant Lluís, a whitewashed village in south-east Menorca known for its windmills and relaxed pace. The villa is 3.9 km straight line from Sant Lluís itself, and 4.6 km from Es Castell, the Georgian barracks town at the mouth of Maó harbour. The capital Maó is 6.6 km away by straight line, with its shops, restaurants and harbour walks.

In high summer, the area is quieter than the southern coves, but the beaches of Binibeca Vell (6.5 km) and the south coast are a short drive. In the shoulder months of May, June and September, the countryside is green and the roads are less busy. A hire car is essential: there are no shops or restaurants within walking distance of the villa.

Rooms and facilities

The villa is listed with air conditioning, free wifi, a kitchen with a dishwasher and microwave, a washing machine, a safe and a smoke detector. There is also an outdoor pool with a pool bar. The property is non-smoking. These facilities suit families or couples who want to self-cater and have their own space.

Guests arriving late should confirm the check-in procedure with the property, as the villa has no reception desk. The number of bedrooms and bathrooms is not listed, so ask the owner for the exact layout. The pool is private and not shared with other guests.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is 7.5 km straight line from Villa Beltran. A taxi takes about 10-15 minutes. There are buses from the airport to Maó, but they do not stop at the villa; a hire car is the most practical option. Car hire desks are at the airport terminal. The villa has free car parking on site.

Maó port is 6.6 km straight line, reachable by taxi or car. Ferries from Barcelona, Palma and Ciutadella arrive there. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, and some bus lines run less often. Check the island bus operator for seasonal timetables.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest beaches are at Binibeca Vell (6.5 km straight line), a whitewashed fishing-village-style hamlet with a small cove, and the south coast coves such as Cala en Porter and Son Bou, a short drive further. Sant Lluís (3.9 km) has shops, cafés and a weekly market. Es Castell (4.6 km) has a harbour promenade and Georgian architecture.

La Mola fortress at Maó is 4.5 km straight line from the villa. A boat trip around Maó harbour, one of the largest natural harbours in the Mediterranean, starts from the port 6 km away. S'Albufera des Grau Natural Park, the core of the Biosphere Reserve, is 12.9 km straight line, good for birdwatching and walks. Menorcan specialities include Mahón-Menorca cheese and caldereta de llagosta (lobster stew), found in restaurants across the island.

A day from Villa Beltran

Start the morning with breakfast at the villa, then drive to Binibeca Vell (6.5 km) for a swim in the cove and a walk through the white alleys. From there, continue to La Mola fortress (4.5 km from the villa) to explore the 19th-century fortifications and the views over the harbour mouth. Return to the villa for lunch by the pool.

In the afternoon, drive to Maó (6.6 km) for a boat trip around the harbour (6 km from the villa). The harbour is about 5 km long, with cliffs, coves and the town of Es Castell at the mouth. End the day with a walk along the Maó waterfront before driving back to Villa Beltran for an evening swim.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check with Villa Beltran for its opening dates. July and August are the busiest months, with higher demand for car hire and more traffic at the southern coves. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (the ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation; rates change and are reduced in low season and for longer stays, with children under 16 exempt. Check the current rate on the Govern de les Illes Balears site.

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