The surrounding Area:
Desert Springs is close to the white sandy beaches of Mojacar and Garrucha and 10 mins from the quaint fishing port of Villaricos. The local hill top town of Mojacar and the ancient inland towns of Vera and Cuevas have historical interest and Moorish influence. Cabo de Gata Natural Park is within 40 mins. For children there is an Aquapark close by.
Local Airports:
There are three airports within easy reach by car; Murcia 50 mins, Almeria 1 hour and Alicante 2 hours
Swimming Pool:
The pool is shared by the small gated community and you almost always have it to yourself. There are further pools and jacuzzi at the Luxurious Crocodile Club which also does great food and drinks.
Golf:
Desert Springs is an award winning 72 par 18-hole USGA golf course designed by former Great Britain and Ireland Golf Team Captain Peter McEvoy, and inspired by the desert courses of Arizona and California. In 2005 Desert Springs won the Bentley International Property Awards for the Best Spain Development and Best Architecture, as well as the Spanish National Madera Verde Prize for Environmentally Sensitive Development. Surrounding golf courses within 15 mins include Valle del Este, Marina de la Torre and Cortijo Grande.