Playa Flamenca

Playa Flamenca

Playa Flamenca

Playa Flamenca is an area in Orihuela Costa in Spain. It is a coastal tourist destination that has gained popularity over the years. It’s home for more than 100 nationalities, under which Scandinavian, British, Belgian, and French expats, who have settled in this community. Besides its blue flag awarded beaches plus coves, it offers a cornucopia of restaurants, bars, and amenities. Moreover, its proximity to Torrevieja, La Zenia Boulevard shopping centre, as well as many golf courses, makes it very attractive. Here we will give you a detailed description of why Playa Flamenca happens to be the perfect place to find your property!

Where is Playa Flamenca located?

Playa Flamenca has a favourable location on the coast of the Costa Blanca in Spain.  It belongs to Orihuela Costa's municipality. It’s in the most Southern part of the Alicante province, bordered by La Zenia, Punta Prima, and Villamartin. This town enjoys Alicante/Elche airport together with Murcia airport both 45 minutes away. The N-332 coastal road, AP-7 motorway, plus excellent public transport make this area easily accessible.

This coasts the largest shopping centre, La Zenia Boulevard, is only 3 minutes away. Furthermore, it’s eight minutes from the famous Villamartin Golf course. Other golf courses, like Campoamor golf, Las Ramblas, along with Las Colinas Golf & Country Club are under 20 minutes driving. This makes a perfect location for people who want to enjoy both golf and beaches.   Playa Flamenca is positioned by the sea, which provides many weather benefits. Summers here are warm with cool breezes, and winters are mild and dry.

What services does Playa Flamenca provide?

Beaches

Playa Flamenca is rich in amenities for its size. First, we have three renowned sandy beaches, that have been awarded for their safe and clean environment. Cala Mosca, as well as Cala las Estacas, lie within coves, surrounded by the promenade. The third beach is more secluded and can only be reached over sandy pathways. Here is also one designated beach for dogs. During summer, lifeguards ensure your safety. Also, for the thrill-seekers there is a variety of water sports.

Gastronomy

Playa Flamenca's promenade with palm trees makes for nice walks along the beach. There are plenty of beach bars and restaurants as well. These so-called Chiringuitos are wheelchair friendly plus some offer menu’s in Braille. For example, visit Surfers Bar & Grill for excellent quality food with sea views, or The Lobster Restaurant for daily fresh seafood. Their cuisine stretches from all kinds of international food to their authentic Spanish paella. Fine dining, or just a quick snack, you will get it here for surprisingly good prices. 

Shopping & sports

Playa Flamenca's community also offers supermarkets such as Mercadona, Carrefour or Lidl. For more shopping, there is La Zenia Boulevard shopping centre. Furthermore, Punta Prima provides a go-kart track and a sports complex. Here you’ll find a football pitch, a heated indoor pool, tennis courts as well as a gym.

Important services

Torrevieja's nearest hospital is only 7 minutes by car. There are frequent buses, as well as easily accessible taxis. Other important services like veterinarians, dentists, English-speaking nurseries and pharmacies can be found locally. Here the internationality comes into play since you don’t need perfect Spanish to get around. This is motivating for many expats as well as for pensioners.

 Saturday market

Every Saturday morning from 8 AM—2 PM the street of Pintor Ribera transforms into a colourful street market. From fresh fruits and vegetables to leather goods, belts or clothing; everything is to be found in this market. It is approximately 1 kilometre long and has ample parking close by. On route, it has a nice Irish/Spanish pub for breakfast or drinks. 

Golf

Then we have four 18-hole championship golf courses on our doorstep: ‘Villamartin Golf' happens to be only seven minutes away and has been proclaimed one of Spain's best courses. Its superb natural environment, exciting holes plus widespread facilities is a massive asset to nearby Playa Flamenca. 

How is the climate in Playa Flamenca?

This area of the Costa Blanca is particularly lucky, due to its geographical location. The salt lakes from neighbouring Torrevieja, with mountain ranges plus the absence of heavy traffic, create a unique local climate. The WHO has called this one of the healthiest climates worldwide, because of its clean air. People with skin conditions, rheumatic issues, or respiratory problems are well of in this area. Besides that, this Mediterranean climate boosts out an average of 325 sunny days per year with an average temperature of 19,3 Celsius.

How is the property market in Playa Flamenca?

Playa Flamenca provides a varied real estate market. Its seafront residential area is small, so beachfront properties tend to sell quickly. These are typically large villas or properties on spacious plots. For something more affordable we look inland, where you'll find town houses, flats, and quads.

Newly built developments are also becoming popular since they need less maintenance and are built with modern standards. These prices are average when you compare them to surrounding areas.

It is fair to say that Playa Flamenca is a good location for a second house, because of its accessibility, services, internationality and amazing climate. Besides, there are high rental potentials. More reason to make this your new home. 

We are more than happy to answer your questions and help you find your dream home. Please contact us for more information from serious real estate agents on the Costa Blanca.

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