Villa Sol de Flandes

About Villa Sol de Flandes

Villa Sol de Flandes suits travellers who want a self-contained base on Menorca's south-east coast, away from the busiest resort centres. The property is an apartment or villa, not rated, with no guest score given. It offers a kitchen, an outdoor pool and free car parking, making it practical for families or small groups who prefer to cook and drive rather than rely on on-site restaurants or public transport.

The stay is self-catering, with a full kitchen, a dishwasher and a microwave. The outdoor pool and table tennis provide on-site leisure. The property lists air conditioning, free WiFi, a balcony and a terrace. It is not beachfront, so a car is needed to reach the coast.

Location: Sant Lluís

Villa Sol de Flandes is on Carrer Llevant De Punta Prima, a street in the Punta Prima area on Menorca's south-east coast. Punta Prima is a residential zone with a small sandy cove, a few shops and seasonal bars. It is quieter than the larger southern coves such as Cala Galdana or Son Bou. The nearest village, Sant Lluís, is 4.1 km straight line inland; it has a whitewashed centre, windmills and basic services.

Binibeca Vell, a whitewashed fishing-village-style hamlet, is 4.1 km straight line away. Es Castell, the Georgian barracks town at the mouth of Maó harbour, is 6.9 km straight line. In high summer the area is busy but not as crowded as the west-coast resorts. In the shoulder months of May, June and September the pace is slower, and some nearby restaurants and bars close outside the main season.

Rooms and facilities

The property is listed as an apartment or villa. Facilities include air conditioning, a kitchen with an oven, a microwave, a refrigerator and a dishwasher, plus a TV, a DVD player and free WiFi. There is a balcony and a terrace. An outdoor pool and a table tennis table are on site. The accommodation is non-smoking and has a smoke detector. A cot is listed, so families with infants can request it.

Guests arriving late should confirm check-in procedures with the property, as there is no on-site reception. Free car parking is available. The kitchen is equipped for self-catering, but guests should check what is provided beyond the listed appliances. The property is not beachfront; the nearest beach is at Punta Prima, a short drive or a walk of about 1 km.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is 7.2 km straight line from Villa Sol de Flandes. A taxi from the airport to Punta Prima takes about 10-15 minutes. A hire car is recommended for exploring the island; the airport has several rental desks. Buses from the airport run to Maó and, in summer, to the resorts; from Maó you would need a connecting bus or taxi to Punta Prima. Flights and buses are fewer in winter.

Maó port is 8.2 km straight line. Ferries from Barcelona and Palma arrive at Maó; from the port a taxi to the villa takes about 15 minutes. Sant Lluís is 4.1 km straight line and Es Castell 6.9 km. A hire car gives the most flexibility, especially for reaching the southern coves and the Camí de Cavalls. Parking at the villa is free.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest beaches are at Punta Prima (within walking distance) and Binibeca Vell (4.1 km straight line). Binibeca Vell is a whitewashed cove with calm water, popular for families. Sant Lluís (4.1 km) has a weekly market and windmills. Es Castell (6.9 km) offers Georgian architecture and a harbour-front promenade. La Mola fortress at Maó (7.3 km straight line) is a 19th-century fortification guarding the harbour entrance.

A boat trip round Maó harbour (7.7 km straight line) shows the 5 km natural harbour and its naval history. S'Albufera des Grau Natural Park (14.9 km straight line) is the core of the Biosphere Reserve, with a lagoon and birdwatching. Menorcan food includes Mahón-Menorca cheese and caldereta de llagosta (lobster stew) from Fornells. Many restaurants and beach bars close from November to April.

A day from Villa Sol de Flandes

Start the morning at Villa Sol de Flandes with breakfast on the terrace. Drive 4.1 km to Binibeca Vell for a swim in the cove before the crowds arrive. Walk through the whitewashed lanes. Mid-morning, drive 7.3 km to La Mola fortress at Maó for views over the harbour. From there, drive 7.7 km to Maó harbour for a boat trip around the port, passing Es Castell and the naval base.

For lunch, buy Mahón-Menorca cheese and bread at a shop in Maó or Sant Lluís and picnic at the villa's terrace or at Punta Prima beach. In the afternoon, drive 14.9 km to S'Albufera des Grau Natural Park for a walk along the lagoon trails. Return to the villa for a swim in the outdoor pool and an evening game of table tennis. Dinner can be self-catered using the kitchen.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check with Villa Sol de Flandes for its opening dates. July and August are the peak months, with higher demand and hotter weather. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (the ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation; rates vary by season and accommodation type, are reduced 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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