Local attractions:
Just a five minute walk away there are bars offering a good selection of local tapas and traditional Spanish food with also a variety of international cuisine including Italian, Chinese, Thai, English, Indian and many more , a variety of local shops a large supermarket, hairdressers, newspapers etc . A local market is held each Tuesday selling locally produced goods and most importantly the bodega the local wine cellar with a superb selection of wines from 50c a bottle to the finest vintage all sold with friendly expert advice and free samples!!
The local beach on the shores of the Mar Menor is approx a 5 minute walk away. With a promenade running along side for several miles to enjoy a stroll or bike ride along the gentle shores. The beach is particularly suitable for children as it has no large waves and is very gently sloped meaning shallow waters safe for toddlers to play in.
There are beach bars and restaurants along the length with toilet facilities and lifeguards.
Further afield:
Calblanque is a national park is a short drive, with its unspoilt secluded beaches and coastal walks. The beaches are absolutely superb here.
Cabo de Palos is within easy driving distance 15/20 mins, a sleepy fishing village by day and one of Europe's best known diving areas then as the evening falls it becomes a mecca for the young with its bustling bars, clubs, and fish restaurants. Recommended for eating lunch or evening meals overlooking the harbour.
San Javier, Santiago de la Ribera all have very attractive beach fronts with their promenades, offering shops and restaurants.
Further along the coast is Lo Pagan with its therapeutic mud baths said to help relieve all kinds of skin and joint ailments due to the salt and mineral content of the Mar Menor water.
15 minutes drive is La Manga strip. Its a narrow strip of land separating the Mediterranean sea from the quiet waters of the Mar Menor offering all the water sports you can imagine.
Golfers Paradise:
There are 9 golf courses within a 15 minute drive of the property including 3 championship courses, the famous La Manga and the newly opened Roda being popular choices. La Serena situated in Los Alcazares and fast gaining a reputation as a superb course to play. Discounts on green fees are available for renters - please ask for details
