Torralbenc ? small luxury hotel, Menorca
Perceived wisdom might suggest that the Mediterranean has lost its charm and has become over-developed. Yet Menorca is evidence that this is far from the truth. This small Balearic island has actively protected its culture, traditions, environment, cuisine and way of life.
For this reason, visitors to Menorca enjoy a unique Mediterranean experience; one that is made all the more memorable with a stay at Torralbenc, the island?s chic, rural boutique hotel and winery, writes Andrew Forbes.
Menorca is quite unlike any other Mediterranean island I know. It has the picturesque coastal coves and aquamarine waters one might expect of the Balearics, yet the pastoral landscape, punctuated with drystone walls and farmsteads is more reminiscent of the Spanish peninsula.
The island has a rural charm that is compelling.
The Hotel
Torralbenc perfectly captures this special Menorcan spirit. The property, set in a 70-acre estate, is a traditional 19th century farmstead, that has been converted into a luxury rural hotel; offering the intimacy of a small hotel with the facilities of a refined, intimate resort.
There?s a gourmet restaurant; elegant spa; pool; gardens; and new for 2018, the opening of the boutique winery, a project that is the fruit of many years work.
Former farm buildings have been restored, enhanced and reimagined to create the hotel ? each space is full of character.
Pathways lined with rosemary link the restaurant, the reception, spa (which uses products by Natura B...
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