General Details

• Country: Balearic Islands
• Region: Menorca
• Town: Fornells Area
• Property No: 107933
• Property Type: House
• Cost From: £850.00 Weekly
  
• Deposit: £0.00
• Breakages: £300.00
• Check In: n/a
• Check Out: n/a
• Added On: 29/11/2011 04:04:22

Facilities

• Bedrooms: 5
• Bathrooms: 4 +
• Sleeps: 10

Amenities

• Fully equipped Kitchen
• dishwasher
• pool
• ceiling fans in all of the bedrooms.
• iron and board.
• washing machine
• refrigerator/freezer

Owner Details

Please contact Barbara Williams (Agent - using contact details below.

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Property Description

This wonderful farmhouse has been completely renovated, and is conveniently situated about three kilometres from the popular fishing village of Fornells, where there is a sailing and surf board school, together with Fornells famous restaurants. Set in its own grounds, there are no near neighbours, and the beautiful views from the upstairs terraces and pool area go through to Fornells harbour and Cala Tirant.

Description

On the ground floor, an outside covered terrace leads to a very large entrance hall. Off this hall is an enormous living room, with a natural stone fireplace and comfortable sofas, and large french windows which lead to another very large terrace by the garden and pool area. The kitchen is well-equipped with a dishwasher, refrigerator/freezer, and includes a breakfast area with french windows leading out to the garden and pool. There is a large laundry room with a washing machine, iron and board. On the same floor is a double bedroom with en-suite bathroom, and a further twin bedroom with a bathroom.

Upstairs is a landing with doors leading to another terrace, that overlooks the gardens and pool, and which has direct access to these areas. On this upper floor is a double bedroom with bathroom en-suite, and two further twin bedrooms that share a bathroom. Two of these bedrooms have a large terrace between them. The furnishings are mostly antique and the fabrics bright and attractive, and in keeping with the farmhouse. There are ceiling fans in all of the bedrooms.

Prices and Availability

Please contact "Discover Menorca" for the current prices.

Seasonal Pricing

Area Description

The Balearic Islands are situated in the Mediterranean off the coast of Spain, and comprise Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera, with Menorca being the second largest and most northerly of the islands. Menorca is approximately 250 miles from both Barcelona and Marseilles.

History

The most famous people of antiquity passed through the Balearic Islands, including the Greeks, Phoenicians, Romans, Carthagians, the Vandals and the Byzantines. Finally, the Arabs occupied the Islands and dominated its seas, and their occupation continued until Spain acquired the Islands in the 11th century. After a later occupation by the British, and occasionally by the French, the islands were returned to Spain under the Treaty of Utrecht in 1802.

Overview of the Island

The history of Menorca is marked by the presence of the British in the 18th century, which produced the colourful colonial architecture of the island's capital, Mahon. Menorca's other town and former capital, Ciutadella, also has some fine regency architecture, as well as a gothic cathedral. Mahon and Ciutadella are very attractive old ports and the main cultural centres, with lovely marinas, narrow streets and squares, and a wealth of excellent bars and restaurants. The southern coastline of the island is quite rugged, with rocky coves and inlets, interspersed by some outstanding sandy beaches and beautiful bays, around which small resorts have grown-up. The north is basically undeveloped, with only the lovely village of Fornells and its surrounding beaches interrupting the coastline.

Population

The population of Menorca is 67,000 people.

Wildlife

A drive or climb up to the top of Monto Toro (357 metres) offers views over the entire island. A fresh water lake supports an abundance of birds in the peaceful nature reserve of S'Albufera, which is under the protection of the World Wild Life Fund. In Spring, the island is blessed with beautiful wild flowers, and the air carries the scent of Mimosa and Oleander.

Getting Around

As the island is only 48 kilometres long and 19 kilometres wide, most parts of the island can be reached quite easily. The roads from and around Mahon are excellent. There are good bus services, and hire cars are available through Discover Menorca at very reasonable rates.

Climate

As Menorca is the northern-most of the Balearic Islands, it is usually a few degrees cooler than the other islands, which can be a definite advantage in the summer months. The island also benefits from cooling breezes off the sea, which are very welcome in the summer.

The average maximum temperature and average daily hours of sunshine for Menorca are shown in the table below, together with the equivalent temperatures and sunshine in London.

Accommodation Balearic Islands

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