Lovely Villa with Superb Views Across Open Countryside

This is a spacious, split-level villa on a large plot within Menorca’s “S’Albufera Parc Natural”. It has superb views across open countryside to a bird sanctuary lake and to the sea. There are unspoilt beaches about a mile from the villa, which has its own 8m private swimming pool.

S’Albufera is a select, low-density development set in beautiful countryside in part of the Parc Natural about 5 miles north of Mahon (Mao), the capital of Menorca. There are bars and restaurants in the nearby picturesque fishing village of Es Grau.

Es Grau bay, with its sandy beach and shallow water, is ideal for children. Sand dunes and pine woods, full of singing nightingales and migrant birds in spring and autumn, separate the beach from the Albufera. Rocks along the shore of the bay provide opportunities for snorkelling. Windsurfing and kayaking are popular, as are the boat trips which can take you to yet more sandy beaches on the nearby Isle of Colom.

The villa is ideally situated for those seeking a Mediterranean holiday in unspoilt surroundings, away from the crowds, yet it is within easy reach of the local amenities. It will be especially appreciated by walkers, with the recently opened Cami de Cavalls – a coastal path around the entire Island – nearby. Also by birdwatchers – 97 species of birds have been seen from the villa, including 16 birds of prey.

The casa is a spacious villa which can accommodate 6 to 7 people and has stunning views in all directions. The accommodation comprises:

Master Bedroom with double bed and en suite shower room, opening onto a small east-facing sun terrace with views to the sea. Additional single sofa bed.
2nd bedroom with twin beds
Bathroom
A further bedroom with bunks and wash basin
Large lounge with a natural stone fire place and a portable DVD player
The villa opens onto a south-facing patio with large parasol leading to the 8m swimming pool
Dining area, opening onto the barbecue terrace, with sunset views
Spacious Kitchen with a fridge/freezer, dishwasher, gas cooker, microwave and washing machine, gas hob
Additional small drinks fridge
Exposed beams in all rooms
All of the bedrooms face south-east and offer fine views
Fans and fan heaters
Iron and hair dryer

The villa was built for the present owners on land purchased in 1971 and has been substantially upgraded in recent years.

The house is serviced by an English-run local villa management company, Todo Villas. Their services include the provision of a food pack on arrival and, for bookings of 2 or more weeks, a weekly change of bed linen and towels. Please take your own beach towels.

Direct flights from Gatwick take about 2 hours. The villa is a 15 minute drive from Mahon (Mao) airport. Car hire is essential. We always use, and recommend ‘Doncars’.

Suitabilities:

Villa is not suitable for those with mobility problems
Suitable for children except very young ones – pool and steps hazards
Pets not allowed
Smoking not allowed