Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
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One of two identical pretty villas enclosed in a 500 square metre private plot. One of the villas is occupied by Jose and Vicki, the owners. We also run a large bar called Flava´Bar, in the main road of the Resort, that is open till late and serves food, so most of the time we are away from home, so guests can enjoy their privacy.
Villa has been recently completely refurbished and equipped and now has a modern stylish feel, it is situated on a very quiet urban street, yet within 5 minutes to resort centre and access down to the beach.
There is Air Con (optional), Safe, Smoke Alarm, Fire Extinguisher, Sky tv, etc......
We are keeping the same prices we had for summer 2006, however this winter the villa is being fitted with AIr conditioning, we are making this optional to the guests, (operates by remote control, so we leave the remote in the villa if booked by guests, or we remove it.). If you book without Air con, the prices are the ones stated in the Tariff section of this website, if you do wish to book with Air Con, you should add £50.
If you decide you want to book without air con and then once here you find it hot :-) you will be more than welcome to decide you want to have the air con, and just pay us the cash here.
Front view of the Villa
swiming pool - garden
Part of the Living Room
Tv side of the Living Room
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/5254
The Menorca region
It was named Minorca by the Romans meaning the "Little One" compared to Majorca the "Large One." The first evidence of occupation on Menorca dates from around 2100 BC and the earliest structures are believed to be, the navetas, (looking like an upturned boat) and are approximately 3500 years old. Between 3000 & 3500 years ago, fortified towers were built by bronze age people, and more than 200 of their strange towers stand to this day.
Menorca is just 25 miles long and 17 miles wide, with a few mostly laid back beach resorts and around 120 beaches, thats more than the rest of the Balearic islands together, coves, bays, and harbours around the rocky coastline. There are several excellent prehistoric sites and places of historic interest, including grand Menorcan country farmhouses.
Mahon has been the capital of Menorca, since the British changed it from Ciutadella in 1721. The reason was the harbour; at 5 km long, over 1 km at its widest point, and 15-30 m deep, it is the second largest natural harbours in the world, this coupled with its location in the Mediterranean has made it a strategic stronghold for many nations throughout history. The city of Mahon was named after General Magon (Hannibal´s brother) a Carthaginian invader.
The port itself is relaxed by day and buzzing by night. The bars and restaurants along the quayside come alive at night and it is easy to spend many hours down on the port, watching the ships, admiring the view, enjoying the hospitality of the restaurants, or just sat taking in the atmosphere.
More info in my website (see below)
Cala'n Porter area
A large resort by Menorcan standards and one of the oldest on the island. Cala’n Porter is situated on the south coast, in a magnificent setting on the cliffs above a large deep beach. It is easily accessible by both car and bus, and offers everything a visitor could want from a holiday resort.
This is a busy fun resort, with a wide choice of shops, bars and restaurants. Situated on the south coast of the island, it has a horseshoe shaped bay and large gently shelving sandy beach with cliffs on each side. The resort has something to offer for everyone, whether it is a relaxed beach holiday or a lively holiday spent dancing the nights away in the many local bars, being the recently open in Summer 06 Flava´ Bar, the favourite of the holidaymakers. The famous “Xoroi” discotheque set in natural caves halfway down in the cliffside overlooks the sea and is perhaps the liveliest discotheque in Menorca. Calan Porter is always popular as it caters for people of all ages. The resort is set back from the beach set into the cliff face, or by the road from the centre of the resort. Everything is on hand, from well stocked supermarkets to bars/ restaurants catering for all your needs.
There is also a brand new Pharmacy and a Hair dressers.
Bars and Restaurats serve everything from fast food to typical Menorcan cuisine. Some of the best chefs on the island work in Calan Porter.
Cala'n Porter can be described as being lively, with plenty of modern bars and restaurants, and also has the largest and most beautiful and original night club on the island, built in to a natural cave, Cova den Xoroi. Set high in the rocks, it's a cave bar with fantastic sea views by day, that you can visit and enjoy a quiet drink and a beautiful and amazing sunset. From 11 hours turns into a night club, with nights like Urban Flava Menorca, and Foam party, however the caves its situated 15 to 20 minutes walking distance (may be more on your way back !!) form the Villa so there is no problem with noise guaranteed !
We have taken on a large bar in the main street of the Resort, called Flava´ Bar, opens from 6.30 pm in the evening, and closes at 3 am for food ( real doner kebabs included!) and the large inside music-bar closes pretty late. So remember the best place in Calan Porter is Flava´ Bar !!!!!!
Seven buses a day run into nearby Mahon during the Summer months.The distance between Calan Porter and the island´s capital, Mahón, is only 13 Km, (15 minutes drive), and some 10 minutes drive to Mahón`s airport.
Visit my website link below for more info about Menorca and Calan Porter.
How to get there
From all major cities in the Uk, the main flights for the summer season to Mahon (Menorca) airport, start at the end of April until the end of October. Some comanies set scheduled flights then over the winter period , but the timetables are different each winter.
Companies like First Choice (www.firstchoice.co.uk/flights), Excel Airways (www.xl.com), My Travel (www.mytravel.com / www.mytravelite.com), Thomas Cook (www.thomascook.com), Monarch (www.flymonarch.com), Thomson (www.thomsonfly.com / thomsonflights.com) etc... offer charter flights straight to Mahon from many different cities in the UK.
The flight time to Menorca form London is aprox. 1h. 50 min. from Manchester is about 2h. 15 min and from Scotland and North Ireland in between 2h. 15 and 3 hours.
Once you land at Mahon´s Airport, there´s a wide selection of car rental companies, or take a 10 minute taxi drive and rent one once in Calan Porter where there´s also a wide selection, thats if you want to rent a car. However theres plenty of buses runing from and to most places in the summer.
Rest of Europe, or from other countries, also you can book flights straight to Mahon, or via Palma and Barcelona, or via any other major Cities of Mainland Spain, then catch another flight to Mahon, or a Ferry. Then follow previous instructions to get to Calan Porter.
Its all good.... ! and so easy !
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Mahon Airport: 10 km
Ferry:
Mahon Port: 15 km
Activities near Cala'n Porter
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Good nightlife
Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: The villa comprises of one double room with plenty of wardrobe space, and one twin room with fitted wardrobe.
The bathroom consists of a full lengh bath with shower, toilet, and washbasin.
The kitchen is equipped with brand new fridge freezer, new microwave, oven and gas hobs.
The lounge has two new sofas, dining table and chairs, Tv with Sky tv, Dvd with latest films, including children´s fims, and full stereo system with a 3 cd changer.
It is not permitted to smoke inside the villa.
Further details outdoors: The lounge doors open up onto the covered terrace area, with large patio table and six chairs.
There is a swing bench under an olive tree, which overlooks the large private pool, (9,4 m. by 4 m. ), with pool lighting and poolside shower, with plenty of sunbathing space surrounding the pool.
Sunloungers are available for use. There is a stone barbecue and plenty of outdoor lights for those wishing to dine al fresco.
At the back of the house there is a "caseta" containing washing machine and tumble dryer.
Further details
PLEASE WRITE OR MENTION - VILLA PILAR - WHEN ENQUIRING EITHER VIA FORM ON THIS WEBSITE OR NORMAL EMAILS. THANK YOU. MAKES IT EASIER AND FASTER !
When enquiring through email, always check your junk mail, for some reason, sometimes emails get redirected to that folder depending on your settings, and you could not notice that you,ve been replied to. Cheers !!
Our aim is to reply to every email within the next day and a half. If you haven´t got a reply from us within that time, please contact us again, or just call us. Thanks! Also remember that we have taken on a large bar in the resort, which takes lots of our time, so be patient, we will reply or answer the phone !. Also make sure when calling us that your identity doesn´t show as "Private Number" as we might not answer that, as they are normally nuisance calls.
A deposit of 50% is required on booking and the balance payable 8 weeks prior to departure, or immediately if booking is made within 8 weeks of departure date. Details of payment will be disclosed upon contacting us for booking.
A refundable security deposit of 100 pounds will be required upon arrival at the villa to cover any breakages or damage, and will be refunded on the day of departure.
Cleaning and linen change are included in the price , however, if you book for two weeks, a mid term towel and linen change is included but not a villa clean. Beach towels are not provided , please bring your own. Please do not use the villa towels for the beach.
Vicki (one of the owners) worked for two summers as a holiday rep on the island so will be happy to provide lots of information about things to do or places worth visiting. There is also a guide book in the villa.
Welcome pack containing wine, bread, orange juice, milk, water etc... will be given to all guests.
Conditions
Changeover day is flexible in May and October, however Friday is the most common day and its preferrable during peak season.
PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ENQUIRE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE SUMMER SEASON AND YOU DONT HEAR FROM US WHITHIN 3 DAYS IT MEANS THE VILLA IS ALREADY BOOKED UP. WE ARE REALLY REALLY BUSY IN THE SUMMER AND SOMETIMES WE HAVE NOT TIME FOR THE INTERNET. TRY TO MAKE YOUR ENQUIRIES BEFORE THE MIDDLE OF JUNE IF POSSIBLE. HOWEVER WE WILL ALWAYS TRY OUR BEST TO GET BACK TO YOU. THANKS.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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27 April 2007 - 18 May 20
27 Apr 07
18 May 07
350£ 350
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18 May 2007 - 08 June 200
18 May 07
8 Jun 07
400£ 400
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08 June 2007- 06 July 200
8 Jun 07
6 Jul 07
490£ 490
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06 July 2007 - 07 Sept. 2
6 Jul 07
7 Sep 07
600£ 600
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07 Sep. 2007- 05 Oct. 200
7 Sep 07
5 Oct 07
490£ 490
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05 Oct. 2007 - 31 Oct. 20
5 Oct 07
1 Nov 07
350£ 350
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
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