Villa Albe was a lovely clean property located in a quite cul-de-sac. The walk to the Cala Galdana beach was longer than the advertised 5 mins (actually 10-15mins dependant on which public route). However all three beaches within walking distance of the villa were stunning and better than any beaches I have ever seen before.
The bus system is well worth using and a cheap means of transport to get around the Island. On the advice of Sonne Villas we actually got a Taxi from the Mahon airport to the villa costing €56. On the way back, our family of 4 took the bus to Mahon bus station and then a Taxi from the taxi rank in the station to the airport which only cost €18 plus €12 respectively. Saving €26 on the journey.
Please be aware that the vast majority of shops in the Towns close from 2pm to 5pm.
We were disappointed with the choice of food that was available in both the local shops (which was also very expensive) and restaurants. Not much in the way of fresh veg is available.
Villa Albe has great outside areas but unfortunately the October evening sun was shadowed by the villa to the rear of the property. We also found the beds very hard and resorted to folding duvets up under the sheet to give some extra cushioning.
Be sure to enquire what your Tourism Tax charges will be as we were unexpectedly required to pay an additional €2 plus vat per person (over 16) per night.
Satellite TV is provided in the Villa however only one English speaking channel was available (BBC World News).
Cala Galdana was very quiet during our October stay and there wasn't sufficient things to do to keep our teenage boys entertained. However as parents we found the peace and quite a great attraction and a very relaxing break.
Menorca is a stunning and clean Island which is well worth exploring.