Playa Blanca holiday villa

We had a lovely stay in Anne’s villa. It’s very comfortable, clean, and well equipped, we had everything we needed. It really is in easy walking distance of bars, restaurants, supermarket and Playa Dorado (lovely golden beach, which is not too busy in October and the sun loungers are 3 Euros a day). Playa Blanca is a pleasant walk along the coast path, or there is a taxi rank a few minutes from the villa (there are no steep slopes or steps in the area so walking is really doable). For night owls, there is a bar half way along the coast path between Playa Blanca and the Marina that has live music, and then turns into a late bar/club that stays open until 6am (you cant miss it, its below Burger King….crikey they get everywhere!)
The pool at the villa was lovely and warm, the pool chap came twice during our stay (he just turns up, smiles, says ‘Hola’ and gets on with it) The maid came mid stay, providing us with fresh bedding and plenty of clean towels.
Anne sent us an information pack before we left the UK, which included a map of the area with the villa marked on it, driving instructions from the airport, local information and recommendations for restaurants.
One bar that we liked was Café del Mar on the front of the marina (beautiful view, relaxing interior and the cocktails are memorable), and look out for Lani’s Bar which it is built out over the water of the marina and has glass panels in the floor where you can view the amazing fish in the floodlit water below.
We ate in, and enjoyed, about five restaurants in the marina, they all had delicious, good value fresh fish on the menu (as well as a full menu). L’Artista (an Italian Restaurant slightly set back from the front) in Playa Blanca was a joy, great food, lovely décor and terraces, and the waiting staff were friendly and entertaining.
We hired a car at the airport for our stay, (the driving is easy, little traffic, well maintained roads) and went to El Golfo to see the waves (very rough the day we went, spectacular), rode the camels (found on the Timanfaya road, the camels are happy, well treated and well cared for), went to the water park in Costa Teguise (have been to better, beware the wind and cold water, sunburn waiting to happen), had breakfast in Puerto Calero (beautiful scenery and friendly people, check out the whale skeleton at the entrance to the port)
We love Lanzarote and would definitely stay at Anne’s the next time we go.

I would return to this villa tomorrow if I could. The location, close to the Marina and all facilities such as supermarkets and multiple restaurants, was excellent. There was some noise some nights from a nearby bowling alley and/or hotel complex but at other times it was extremely quiet and peaceful. The villa is very attractive and is equipped with everything you need. The cleaner called twice in the 9 days we were there and changed bedding and towels. The plunge pool is really lovely (we were there during a heatwave and it was bliss!) The owners were extremely friendly and helpful and rang us before and after our trip to confirm all was well. Two points:-(a)we would have welcomed ceiling fans or fans of some type as in a heatwave the blind/curtains cannot keep the villa at a comfortable temperature for sleeping and (b) if you are arriving late evening check beforehand that there will be a welcome pack of basic essentials.

My husband and I stayed at CasaBlanca Villa for a week in March 2009. It's in an excellent position for the Marina and spotlessly clean. It is well maintained and equipped with everything needed to make a pleasant stay. We generally made our own breakfasts and lunches but sometimes for a change we would eat at the Moulin de Paris where they provide a good Breakfast or a Light Lunch. We ate out most nights and our favourite Restaurants were The Red House and the Restaurante Casa Brigida. We also tried the Italian Restaurant which is just behind the RubiMar Hotel. If you don't feel like going out or making a meal the Italian Restaurant make good Pizzas to take out or a take away meal of your choice. We always hire a car at the Airport and have found their Rates very good. For anyone who doesn't drive there is a Supermarket in the Shopping Centre just 5 minutes walk away and one in the Marina. If you have transport there is also a Spar Supermarket over the road from the Princess Yaiza Hotel and if you need lots of groceries the large Super Market at the Shopping Centre in Arreceife is worth going to.
If you like walking you can take the Coastal path from the Marina and walk down into Playa Blanca. There are a few places to stop on the way if you need a cold drink or something to eat and no traffic. For anyone with small children there is a good beach at Playa Dorada.
Every Wednesday and Saturday there is a Market at the Marina which is worth a visit and a variety of shops. Internet facilities are available at the Volcano Hotel and you can also pop in there for something to eat or just a coffee. Just ask at the Main Reception Area.
Places to visit nearby such as El Golfo are worth a visit and I recommend the Cafe overlooking the sea at the bottom of the hill. The Fish Restaurants in the Village are worth a try. Spectacular scenery on this Coast. Places to visit on the Island are the Cactus Garden, Timafaya Park, various Vineyards.
The Cesar Manrique Grotto was really interesting but perhaps not for small children or adults who find steps hard to climb.

Puerto Calero is definitely worth going to for all the family and if you like Fish and Chips the Irish Bar serves delicious fresh fish coated in beer batter served with chips and peas. Some nice shops there too.

Anne and David were very helpful on our initial enquiry and we didn't have any problems whilst staying at their villa. We would
definitely stay there again.