LOS DOLSES COMMUNITY
The apartments are surrounded by well-kept gardens (our gardeners attend all year round and daily in the summer)
The pool area is gated and grassed with trees, parasols and flower beds. There is plenty of space for your sun lounger whether you want hot sunshine or cooler shade. There is a safe shallow children's pool and the very large main pool has step access plus a length of 18 metres if you fancy some exercise before breakfast or last thing in the evening. (Typically you can enjoy the pool from late April to mid-October)
We have a children's play area with benches, swings, a slide and see-saw plus there are some pleasant walks around the green parks here and in the immediate area.
If you are a runner, cyclist or walker there is a canal path over the road that takes you through the orange groves for miles all the way south to the city of Cartagena.
VILLAMARTIN AREA FACILITIES
You'll only have a 5 minute walk to a supermarket, shops, restaurants and bars where you can have some great meals out and dance or sing the night away ! There is a bus service to other areas but if you want to travel out we'd recommend hiring a car. (See CARHIRE below)
ORIHUELA COSTA BEACHES
So many to choose from. The nearest is La Zenia which is a 4 min drive away - flat and beautifully sandy with climbing frame, plenty of space and beach bars from April to October. There is also the La Zenia Hotel Restaurant and facilities.
Further south and north the coast has many beaches waiting for you to discover and pick your favourite.
We recommend te Mar Menor beaches(south), they are heltered from the Mediterranean and are more family friendly as their waters are calm and the shore slopes very gently. All ages are safe to enjoy the sun here. Lo Pagan, San Pedro, San Javier, Santiago de la Ribera etc... Plus the best beach restaurants but you must book.
Extra FAMILY ACTIVITIES
Within five minutes drive on the N332 there is Orihuela Costa Go-Kart Track that is brilliant fun for 5yr olds and upwards. There are three waterparks; one in Torrevieja, La Siesta and Quesada. A Safari and Zoo in Elche as well as the theme parks in Murcia and Benidorm.
GOLF
We have 3 18 hole courses within 5 minutes drive, Villamartin, Las Ramblas and Campoamor. Plus of course there are many more to choose from up and down this coast. There are always special deals available to golfers and we can even help you book tee-times before you arrive. Clubs are available to hire.
RESTAURANTS
Too many even for a 6 month holiday ! There are Spanish, English, Chinese, Indian, Swedish, Thai, Mexican, German, Vietnamese, Greek, Japanese, Brazillian, Norwegian, French, Belgian.
If you fancy a walk out for the evening then only 5 mins away in Los Dolses square you have a choice of the following cuisines: Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Indian, Scandinavian, German, Greek, English. Plus some of the bars offer you a menu as well. (Taxi's are available for those who have eaten too much)
CARHIRE
How does 130€ a week for a Ford Ka sound ?
Last summer saw car hire prices go through the roof due to a shortage of fleet vehicles and price hikes but we can still offer extremely good bargain prices. Shop around and then ask us. You just don't need to pay 170€ + for a week. (Quote comparison: NewYear 09/10 7 day, 5 dr manual with aircon. From us: 130€)
DRIVING OUT
There are plenty of supermarkets, shops and town centres a very short drive away. Torrevieja is a very easy drive north (5km) where there is the Habaneras shopping centre and a huge Carrefour store plus a vibrant seafront and busy town.
Less than 3 mins drive towards the sea and you reach La Zenia which is also a busy hub with restaurants, bars and supermarkets.
Head south on the N332 and almost immediately you pass through the Cabo Roig area with its strip of bars and restaurants that is very popular in the evenings.
Further afield: toward Benidorm up the coast there are two Theme Parks Terra Natura and Aqua Natura which are excellent family days out. Head inland to Murcia City where you can indulge yourself in beautiful old narrow streets and historical buildings or simply shop till you drop.
There really is something for everyone here - why do you think the Costa Blanca is the world's favourite place for 2nd homes.
Whatever kind of holiday you enjoy; whether you are after pure rest, relaxation and the rejuvenating powers of the sun or perhaps you are a complete party animal and want endless music, bars and entertainment or maybe you are somewhere in between - you will find it all here. That you can depend on.
