Na Xamena is one of the northernmost points on the island of Ibiza. Hence the incredible blue expanse of sea overlooked by Villa Eliseo – there’s nothing between you and mainland Spain. You’re just a twenty-minute walk down steps and along a coastal path to your nearest beach.
Otherwise, travel across the headland to Puerto San Miguel for a fabulous stretch of family-friendly beach and sheltered sea. This beautiful bay has pineclad cliffs on either side, crystal-clear waters for snorkelling and swimming and white sand for sandcastle building and snoozing. You’re still some distance from the DJs and tequila bars of Ibiza’s party zone, so expect peaceful afternoons, natural beauty and fish restaurants.
In from the water’s edge, Puerto San Miguel has delightful shops, a supermarket, pavement cafes and bars serving cold beer. For the more adventurous amongst you, try water-skiing, windsurfing and diving from the watersports centre. Catch a ferry from the harbour for exploring the island further – trips include San Antonio, Portinatx and Ibiza Town.
To marvel some more at the wonders of nature, take the road leading up the right side of the bay to Cuevas Can Marca. These fascinating dripstone caves have formed over millennia and are enhanced today by a mesmerising light show.
The village of San Miguel lies a few kilometres inland from Villa Eliseo. This quiet, laid-back corner of Ibiza boasts just a few traditional bars, a couple of restaurants and a weekly market on Thursdays from 4pm until 8pm. For a relaxed evening out, browse the stalls for locally produced goods, enjoy the traditional dancing and then dine in one of the restaurants before heading back to your haven on the hill. Happy holiday!