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VILLA PARQUE, CALAN BLANES, MENORCA

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Villa Parque

Calan Blanes, Menorca

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Villa Summary

The perfect choice for couples or small families, Villa Parque is in a wonderful location, 10 minutes on foot from both the resort centre and its picturesque sandy beach. Calan Blanes has merged with the lively area of Calan Forcat, forming one of Menorca's largest resorts, with plenty of places to eat, drink and shop nearby. The villa itself has a colourful garden, a private pool and BBQ, and is well-equipped and comfortable inside. Air conditioning/heating in the bedrooms and WiFi are included.

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Arrival & Departure Day :

Villa check in time from 16:00 Information

Villa check out time 10:00 Information

Villa Features

2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Sleeps 2 to 4
Beach 800 yds
Pool 23 x 14 ft
Free Air Con
Wifi
Car Not Required

Centrally located villas

Couples and small groups

Why our Menorca expert loves this villa

The central location is ideal, everything you need is within a 10 minute walk - perfect! quotelower

Villa Description

Swimming pool and BBQ area

The villa sits on a spacious corner plot, with its garden and private pool facing south-east securing a good amount of sunshine throughout the day. There's plenty of space to sunbathe, with a couple of exotic palms providing a bit of natural shade, too. There's a pergola by the poolside, with a table and chairs, plus a brick BBQ for eating outside.

Entrance

There's a private gated driveway as well as a pedestrian entrance at the front of Villa Parque, leading to the front door.

Living space

The living area has comfortable sofas, a flat screen TV and table and chairs and an attractive ornamental corner fireplace. Patio doors from here open onto the covered poolside dining area. The adjacent kitchen is well-equipped, with an exposed beam ceiling and traditional wooden units.

Bedrooms and bathrooms

Accessed from a hallway off the living area is a double bedroom and twin bedroom which share a separate bathroom. Both bedrooms are bright and airy, with plenty of storage space. A second bathroom is at the far end of the hall, with a half bath and overhead shower.

Tourist Licence Registration: VT 709 ME.

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Key Notes

Villa Plus In-Resort Service
Mid Week Towel Change & Light Clean
Bed Linen
Bathroom Towels
Iron & Ironing Board
Villa check in time from 16:00
Villa check out time 10:00

Villa facilities

1 double bedroom
1 twin bedroom
2 bathrooms

Indoor amenities

FREE WiFi
FREE Air conditioning/heating in 2 bedrooms and hallway
Sat TV with BBC and ITV
Safe
CD Player
DVD Player
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Microwave
Hairdryers

Outdoor amenities

Alarm And Nightlight
Brick BBQ
Pool/Billiard Table
Table Tennis
Pool Size: 23 x 14 ft
Pool Depth: Min. 3½ft, Max. 6ft

Villa Location

Villa Parque is in a fantastic position, only 10 minutes' walk from the beach and centre of the resort. The resort is split into smaller areas, the residential part being Calan Blanes, whilst the central Strip, lined with shops, restaurants and the waterpark, is known as Calan Forcat. A leisurely stroll in the opposite direction will bring you to Calan Blanes' sandy beach. Plus, the former capital, Ciutadella, and various other historical and family attractions are all within a short drive, too.

Location features

Local markets and shopping

A short walk from Villa Parque will bring you to the archway at the top of the Strip, officially marking the entrance into Calan Forcat. There are several gift and beachwear shops to browse, as well as a handful of mini markets and supermarkets for daily essentials.

Serious shoppers should head into the former historic capital, Ciutadella, which can be easily reached by taxi or local bus if you prefer not to drive. The town has a much larger choice of boutiques, as well as a vibrant weekly market.

Bars and restaurants

Calan Forcat has a diverse range of restaurants, serving everything from traditional Spanish, paella, tapas plates and seafood to Italian and Tex Mex dishes. Many of the restaurants also have small play areas to keep children entertained. There are a couple of small cafes where you can purchase drinks and ice cream, too, to keep you cool as you wander around the resort.

Beaches

It's a leisurely 10 minute stroll to Calan Blanes Beach, the largest beach in the local area. Sunbeds and parasols can be hired in summer to make your day at the seaside more comfortable, plus there's a small children's play area at the back of the sand, as well as a couple of small cafes selling drinks and snacks.

At the end of Calan Forcat's Strip is a short, rough track leading to a small, rugged sandy cove, Cala Picas. Or you can head to the far side of the resort, where you'll find Calan Forcat's rocky cove overlooking the sea. There's a small sandy inlet with steps and a pathway leading to various rocky platforms, as well as a quaint little wooden bridge joining 2 sides of the cove. Although not your average beach, the inlets are still perfect for sunbathing and swimming. Neither of these beaches have any amenities so remember to pack a picnic!

Family fun

This resort is a great choice for families with younger children, and getting around without a car is easy. In addition to the shops and restaurants in the centre, there's also the popular Park Aire which has trampolines, inflatables, go-karts and games. Directly across the street is Aqua Center Waterpark, with various water-based rides and a restaurant - ideal for cooling off on hot summer days.

Places of interest

The convenient location of Villa Parque means you won't need to hire a car, but there are a couple of rental companies within the resort if you choose to hire one for a few days and explore the island, as well as taxis and local buses. Nearby Ciutadella is well worth seeing. The town was once the island's capital, and is filled with beautiful historic buildings, various boutiques and places to eat. The restaurants around the harbour, a short walk from the centre, are particularly worth visiting for their wonderful sunset views in the evening.

On the far side of Ciutadella is the Lithica sandstone labyrinth and gardens. The huge maze, flora and fauna provide plenty of fantastic photo opportunities, and remain open into the evening, when the temperatures are cooler, as it can get very hot during the day.

For anyone who does decide to hire a car, Menorca's highest point, Monte Toro, is a great adventure, with spectacular panoramic scenery over the island from its peak. There's a lovely gift shop and cafe here too.

Golf

Menorca only has 1 golf course, situated 45 minutes' drive away in the resort of Son Parc. The course has a full 18 holes, as well as a driving range, tennis courts and an impressive restaurant with a dining terrace overlooking the fairway.

Other activities

Water sports are readily available at most of the major beaches during the summer. The island also has some wonderful scenery to enjoy. The Cami de Cavalls bridle path runs the full length of the coast, popular with walkers and horse riders, and offers some stunning views - don't forget your camera!

Remember...

Every villa comes with its own manual, complete with details of the best restaurants, taxis, local amenities and activities. And of course, our reps are on hand to make sure you love your holiday more. If you need any advice or tips on the local area, they will be more than happy to help.

In this area

Calan Blanes Beach 820 yards
Cala Picas Bay 1 mile
Calan Forcat Cove 1 ¼ miles
Mini Market 475 yards
Restaurants 425 yards
Supermarket 425 yards
Resort Centre 765 yards
Ciutadella 2 miles
Mahon Airport 28 miles

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GPS coordinates

Latitude: 40.005470

Longitude: 3.810587

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Activities and things to do

Aqua Center Waterpark

There are 3 water parks on the island, 2 on the West coast and one on the East coast of the island.

Aqua Center Waterpark in Calan Forcat is the largest of the islands 3 waterparks. There is a go-kart track as well as a swimming pool and waterslides, and a games arcade with a covered eating area.

Go-Karts

There are several go-kart tracks on the island offering different courses and facilities to suit all ages and levels.

Castillo Menorca, on the road from Ferreries to Cuitadella, also has a great go-karting track as well as an adult and childrens pool, waterslide, trampolines, childrens play area, shopping complex and restaurant.

Or try the go-kart track at Aquarock Waterpark.

Monte Toro

El Toro, at 360 metres above sea level, is the highest peak on Menorca. In the centre of the island it towers above the small town of Es Mercadal. Take the time to drive up the steep 3.2km climb to the summit and see the whole of the island spread out beneath you. There are sea views on all four sides and, on a clear day, the view stretches to the north coast of Mallorca.
The mountain is crowned by a convent which has become an important centre of pilgrimage and the neat vegetable and herb gardens beneath the terraces are still tended to by the community of nuns who live there. Visit the tiny chapel or have lunch in the rustic café and browse around the shop, packed with souvenirs and local produce.

Lloc de Menorca Zoo

Lloc de Menorca Zoo, located on the main road from Mahon to Alaior, is sure to be a hit with the kids! The zoo has a range of creatures from farm animals to more exotic zoo animals and children will also be able to pet some of the farm animals.

The zoo also has a small splash pool, 2 museums, a picnic area, snack bar and a gift shop.

Golf Son Parc

There is only one golf course on the island, set amongst the pine trees in Son Parc, on the North coast. It has recently been extended from 9 holes to 18 and is open 365 days per year.
There is an 18 bay floodlit driving range with the latest technology - Swingcam.
Junior golfers are welcome if accompanied by an adult and the golf shop stocks equipment for purchase or hire for children of 5 years upwards.
The dress code is lenient - shorts, t-shirts and trainers are acceptable but NOT sleeveless vests, swimwear, flipflops etc.

If golf plays an important part of your holiday then it is wise to book in advance.

http://www.golfsonparc.com/en

Villa Parque Customer Reviews

Andrew Ward, 04-Aug-2014

Villa Parque was very clean and very well maintained along with the pool and lovely garden. It was also well positioned for us, and very private.we could not fault it in any way.

Customer Rating

5/5

Paul Hannon, 12-May-2014

Excellent villa, never been dissapointed with Villa Plus. Julie the rep came round to visit us and she was very helpful. Would always recommend Villa Plus!

Customer Rating

4/5

David Baird, 29-Jul-2013

Our first time with Villa Plus and what a holiday! Amazing from start to finish. The flights and hire car service ran smoothly. Villa Parque was home from home, clean and tidy and well equipped The aircon was a god send as the weather was gorgeous. The pool and outdoor facilites were great, our 10 and 14 year old loved it. We Played pool and cards around the table most evenings. Keep an eye out for the lizards and birds in the garden! The Menorcan people are lovely and would recommend the local restaurant, Es Pitus, lovely food and friendly service. A visit to Cuitadella, the old city is a must, only a couple of miles away, taking the bus couldn't be easier! Thank you Villa Plus, would highly recommend you!

Customer Rating

5/5

Wayne Gough, 10-Jun-2013

Fantastic Villa in a great location. perfect for small families.

Customer Rating

5/5

Mitchell Foot, 24-Sep-2012

Once again Villa Plus you,ve cracked it! fifth time with you and will definately be joining you again.

Customer Rating

4/5

Ann Robinson, 19-Sep-2011

Wonderful holiday, villa was supurb as was the help we had from Robert prior to the holiday and Jo when we were there (only a very small problem with the washing machine instructions going astray). Jo was with us within 15 mins and was very helpful and quite charming. The only suggestion we may have is the lack of tourist information in the villa. Jo told us where to find the tourist information place which was a car drive away. It would be good to have some pamphlets to look through to whet ones appetite for the few days ahead. Apart from that the villa was the best appointed we have stayed in (and there have been a fair few both home and abroad) so much so that we will book a Villa Plus holiday again. Thanks.

Customer Rating

5/5

Mavis Simpson, 04-Oct-2010

Very satisfied with villa, very clean and met all expectations.

Customer Rating

4/5

Sarah Morhen, 10-Aug-2009

First time we have had a villa holiday - loved every aspect of it. Will definitely book again.

Customer Rating

5/5

Vicki Sanderson, 06-Oct-2008

We all had a fabulous holiday. The villa was perfect for all the family. It was good to have off road parking and to be in the right location to get to places either on foot or by car. We will definitly think about using Villa Plus sometime in the future.

Customer Rating

5/5

Paul Maxwell, 20-Aug-2008

The Villa gardens were really well tended/watered and helped provide a really tranquil environment. We had a fantastic holiday and would definitely book through you again. Many thanks

Customer Rating

4/5

Note : Whilst some of the original grammar and spelling in these reviews may have been corrected, its nature has not changed.

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