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CALA LLONGA
Situated on the northern shore of the port of Mahón, Cala Llonga is the most exclusive urbanisation in Menorca, and is home to some of the most spectacular properties on the island. Many international celebrities such as Richard Branson, Elton John or Ian Gillian among others have wonderful properties in this area.
Its splendid views over the Port and the city of Mahón, its south-west orientation that guarantees sun all day long, and its quiet and select atmosphere, are just some of its attractions: several jetties distributed along the coast allow boat owners to enjoy an exceptionally safe mooring, with easy access to the entrance of the port. Letting time pass while witnessing the daily spectacle of incoming and outgoing pleasure boats, fishing boats and small "llauts" or large cruise ships, is one of the relaxing activities that our clients can enjoy, from the stunning vantage point provided by the terraces of their holiday villa.
There is much to see and enjoy in the vicinity of Cala Llonga, starting just 6 minutes drive from the beautiful Sa Mesquida beach, one of the least crowded of the island in summer, with its 18th century defence tower, the wonderful Italian ice cream of Signore Soldati, and good restaurants on the cliffs. Another must is the impressive fortress of La Mola, a defensive fortification built in the 19th century at the mouth of the harbour, offering incredible panoramic views of the harbour and the Menorcan coastline.
Another recommended visit is a guided tour of the King's Island (also known as Bloody Island for its role as a hospital during the British rule), located just in front of Cala Llonga, with another very special place to explore on the northern slope, the Predio Sant Antoni, also known as The Golden Farm: Throughout history many important figures have been associated with this property, including Admiral Lord Nelson, who took up residence there in the summer of 1800, while his fleet was sheltering in the port of Mahon, to enjoy the stunning panoramic view over the harbour (and according to legend, to receive visits from his mistress Lady Hamilton).
The nearby Sa Albufera d'es Grau Nature Reserve, a few kilometres along the road from Mahón to Fornells, is also a great place to spend the day enjoying the beach, bird watching and its pleasant taverns with great local fish. On the same road to Fornells, Cap de Favàritx is another of our favourite places: with its slate floors, cliffs and springs, it is a place of unusual beauty, which transmits a very special energy; the sunsets from the lighthouse are unforgettable, and from there you can access two equally unique beaches, Cala Presili and Cala Tortuga.
Cala Llonga also offers a strategic location for exploring some of the most attractive corners of the island, both to the rugged north (Bahía de Fornells, Cala Pregonda, Cap de Cavallería...) and to the gentle south, with its charming beaches and coves (Binibeca, Binisafua, Binidalí, Es Canutells...). All of these are less than half an hour away by car.
Services in the area
The privacy, tranquillity and select atmosphere of Cala Llonga are reflected in the almost total absence of public services: just a well-stocked supermarket next to the children's playground, on the harbour front, and the possibility of having a quick meal or a cocktail on the terrace of the HG Cala Llonga apartment complex, which offers a daily bus service to the beach and the centre of Mahón. The rental of pontoons completes the services available.
For everything else (shopping in large supermarkets, restaurants, boat trips, pharmacies and medical services, banks and cash dispensers, service stations, hairdressers, various services...), we will need to go to Mahón, with a mandatory stop on the way in a magical place: Casa Venecia, a very unique "vorera hut" semi-submerged in the sea, which forms part of the Port's historical heritage and has recently been restored to convert it into an exclusive chill out bar, a meeting point in which to see and be seen, while sipping a cocktail at sunset.
A STROLL AROUND MAHÓN
For those clients interested in combining the tranquillity of the island with a little more atmosphere, Mahón is the ideal counterpoint: just a 10-minute drive from Cala Llonga awaits the vitality of this beautiful walled city, full of charm and history, and the vibrant atmosphere of its spectacular harbour, the longest in the Mediterranean. Its varied and exquisite gastronomic offer is just one of the surprises in store.
The bustling Costa de Ses Voltes with its steps leading down to the port, the Mercat del Peix with its tapas bars, the Church of Santa Maria, the Cloister of El Carme converted into a lively market, the Convent of Sant Francesc where the fascinating Museum of Menorca is located... There is much to visit and many squares and narrow streets to lose yourself in in this charming town. Overlooking the cliffs, the whole of Maó overlooks the Port from its viewpoints: small English-style sash windows through which its liberal and enlightened past can be seen, decadent neoclassical palaces, traditional markets, in contrast to the yachts that anchor in front of the Club Marítimo.
The Port in the evening is the counterpoint to the tranquillity of the island, offering a lively activity with its dozens of terraces and restaurants, fashion and fine craft shops, select bars and lounge bars, all with a pleasant and cosmopolitan atmosphere.
Our villa in Cala Llonga:
Its splendid views over the Port and the city of Mahón, its south-west orientation that guarantees sun all day long, and its quiet and select atmosphere, are just some of its attractions: several jetties distributed along the coast allow boat owners to enjoy an exceptionally safe mooring, with easy access to the entrance of the port. Letting time pass while witnessing the daily spectacle of incoming and outgoing pleasure boats, fishing boats and small "llauts" or large cruise ships, is one of the relaxing activities that our clients can enjoy, from the stunning vantage point provided by the terraces of their holiday villa.
There is much to see and enjoy in the vicinity of Cala Llonga, starting just 6 minutes drive from the beautiful Sa Mesquida beach, one of the least crowded of the island in summer, with its 18th century defence tower, the wonderful Italian ice cream of Signore Soldati, and good restaurants on the cliffs. Another must is the impressive fortress of La Mola, a defensive fortification built in the 19th century at the mouth of the harbour, offering incredible panoramic views of the harbour and the Menorcan coastline.
Another recommended visit is a guided tour of the King's Island (also known as Bloody Island for its role as a hospital during the British rule), located just in front of Cala Llonga, with another very special place to explore on the northern slope, the Predio Sant Antoni, also known as The Golden Farm: Throughout history many important figures have been associated with this property, including Admiral Lord Nelson, who took up residence there in the summer of 1800, while his fleet was sheltering in the port of Mahon, to enjoy the stunning panoramic view over the harbour (and according to legend, to receive visits from his mistress Lady Hamilton).
The nearby Sa Albufera d'es Grau Nature Reserve, a few kilometres along the road from Mahón to Fornells, is also a great place to spend the day enjoying the beach, bird watching and its pleasant taverns with great local fish. On the same road to Fornells, Cap de Favàritx is another of our favourite places: with its slate floors, cliffs and springs, it is a place of unusual beauty, which transmits a very special energy; the sunsets from the lighthouse are unforgettable, and from there you can access two equally unique beaches, Cala Presili and Cala Tortuga.
Cala Llonga also offers a strategic location for exploring some of the most attractive corners of the island, both to the rugged north (Bahía de Fornells, Cala Pregonda, Cap de Cavallería...) and to the gentle south, with its charming beaches and coves (Binibeca, Binisafua, Binidalí, Es Canutells...). All of these are less than half an hour away by car.
Services in the area
The privacy, tranquillity and select atmosphere of Cala Llonga are reflected in the almost total absence of public services: just a well-stocked supermarket next to the children's playground, on the harbour front, and the possibility of having a quick meal or a cocktail on the terrace of the HG Cala Llonga apartment complex, which offers a daily bus service to the beach and the centre of Mahón. The rental of pontoons completes the services available.
For everything else (shopping in large supermarkets, restaurants, boat trips, pharmacies and medical services, banks and cash dispensers, service stations, hairdressers, various services...), we will need to go to Mahón, with a mandatory stop on the way in a magical place: Casa Venecia, a very unique "vorera hut" semi-submerged in the sea, which forms part of the Port's historical heritage and has recently been restored to convert it into an exclusive chill out bar, a meeting point in which to see and be seen, while sipping a cocktail at sunset.
A STROLL AROUND MAHÓN
For those clients interested in combining the tranquillity of the island with a little more atmosphere, Mahón is the ideal counterpoint: just a 10-minute drive from Cala Llonga awaits the vitality of this beautiful walled city, full of charm and history, and the vibrant atmosphere of its spectacular harbour, the longest in the Mediterranean. Its varied and exquisite gastronomic offer is just one of the surprises in store.
The bustling Costa de Ses Voltes with its steps leading down to the port, the Mercat del Peix with its tapas bars, the Church of Santa Maria, the Cloister of El Carme converted into a lively market, the Convent of Sant Francesc where the fascinating Museum of Menorca is located... There is much to visit and many squares and narrow streets to lose yourself in in this charming town. Overlooking the cliffs, the whole of Maó overlooks the Port from its viewpoints: small English-style sash windows through which its liberal and enlightened past can be seen, decadent neoclassical palaces, traditional markets, in contrast to the yachts that anchor in front of the Club Marítimo.
The Port in the evening is the counterpoint to the tranquillity of the island, offering a lively activity with its dozens of terraces and restaurants, fashion and fine craft shops, select bars and lounge bars, all with a pleasant and cosmopolitan atmosphere.
Our villa in Cala Llonga:
