Property For Salein San Miguel

The island of Ibiza in Spain has been whispered on the lips of the world’s wanderers for decades. Word of Ibiza’s magic first began to spread like wildfire back in the 1960s, when hippies stumbled across its shores, but in the subsequent decades it became renowned for a faster pace of life – one that revolved around clubbing, late nights and hedonism. That image of Ibiza, Spain swept across the planet and it’s been considered a party destination ever since. But what few people realise is that the mesmerising stillness the island was once known for still exists, as does its inimitable bohemian spirit – the key simply lies in knowing where to find it.

If it’s the real Ibiza that you want to locate, look no further than the seaside town of San Miguel or Sant Miquel de Balansat in Catalan, a sleepy beach resort where it feels like time has stood still. A small village with a road that leads directly to the beach in only a few minutes, this spectacular part of the island is increasingly in demand. People are drawn to its laid-back vibe and slow, Ibicencan-inspired living, not to mention spectacular Mediterranean sea views. Its location in the remote northern reaches of the island are also a huge selling point – were better to escape from the hustle and bustle of Ibiza than among the restful rolling hills?

In recent years – especially since the pandemic – people have been looking to live off-grid, away from the stresses and strains of every day life. That can look like many different things to different people, but there’s no doubt that the popularity of quieter resorts like San Miguel has soared. People are aiming to swap the commute for quiet and the result, of course, is that real estate is in even more demand than ever in this little village, with many people vying over the same property. Which means that when detached luxury villas, traditional fincas, and brand new apartments appear on the market, they’re snatched up in no time at all.

That’s why it helps to have an Ibiza property company like GHL Ibiza on your side. We can ensure that you’re the first to know when the best real estate like a luxury villa launches on the market for sale – even offering exclusive access to some properties. We have detailed knowledge of Ibiza and an extensive network of connections that we hear about the best sale and rental property before the competition. We’re also on hand to help with any tricky paperwork that comes as a result of buying a villa, finca, apartment or some estate – offering unrivalled advice on every aspect of the sometimes complicated process of finding a new home on Ibiza.

First and foremost: the location. More tranquil and less bohemian than neighbouring Benirras, San Miguel is a serenely beautiful beach location. Enclosed by towering cliffs that are dotted with lime green pine trees, and characterised by soft golden sand and still, shallow waters, it’s Balearic postcard perfection. And while there’s no denying that San Miguel becomes very busy with tourists in peak summer, it’s nothing like the busyness experienced by other resorts on the island. Even when the beach and town are packed here, there’s still a chilled, no-rush atmosphere that sinks beneath the skin, making the days whizz past in a dreamy haze.

Meanwhile, San Miguel village, located only a few minutes from the beach, largely circles around one main street, where bars, restaurants and shops run by locals are designed to cater for both tourists and islanders, retaining a lot of Ibicenco charm as a result. Spend time here and you’ll soon become a witness to the intimacies of traditional Balearic life, where locals head for cold cañas and tapas before midday and busy mums rally their kids on the school run.

Property is split mostly between San Miguel village where luxury apartments and townhouses are more common, and the beach, where sea views come as standard. If you’re looking for independent villas with private pools or detached fincas with panoramic views for sale, you need to head further out into the Ibizan campo, where you’re more likely to locate a spacious property (think eight-bedrooms and above with solarium and alfresco terrace and private pool).

Nevertheless, property of every type is available and for sale in and around San Miguel. From luxury villas and ground floor apartments to traditional fincas (the kind that you see throughout Spain) and detached main houses, they can all be sourced for sale or rent.

• Santa Gertrudis (Santa Gertrudis de Fruitera) – situated 8 minutes by car
• San Juan (Sant Joan de Labritja) – 11 minutes
• Portinatx – 17 minutes by car
• Benirras – 4 minutes by car
• Cala Llenya & Cala Llonga – 25 minutes by car
• San Lorenzo – 10 minutes by car
• Santa Agnes – 14 minutes by car
• Roca Llisa (an urbanisation with golf courses) –  situated 26 minutes by car
• Ibiza Town (Eivissa) – 23 minutes by car
• Talamanca – 22 minutes
• Santa Eularia (Santa Eulalia) – 22 minutes by car

That’s one of the fantastic things about San Miguel – yes, it’s located in the countryside, but it’s still never more than around 25 minutes’ drive to the centre of Ibiza’s busiest towns and most famous beaches. So when you tire of the peace and tranquility on your private estate, or you want entertainment beyond the walls and terraces of your luxury villa, finca, or apartment, activities and amenities are never far away. That means you get to live the best of both Balearic worlds, sourcing a dream property in San Miguel while still having access to everything Ibiza, and Spain, is famed for. If that’s not officially living your best life then we don’t know what is.