**If we do not have availability please note we can now offer the upper 3 bed 2 bath apartment above El Mirador occupying the same fabulous position. Please click the 'member info' tab then property 28334 for details**

Considered by many to be the most beautiful location on the Costa Calida...tucked beneath mountains, enjoying a unique micro climate & crystal clear waters...visit the lovely traditional fishing village of La Azohia for a taste of real Spain at its best.

When heading South from the great stretches of beach around the Mar Menor lagoon, the coastline becomes increasingly mountainous with just occasional isolated coves. Once south of Cartagena the scenery becomes even more stunning. Half way between Cartagena & the bustling resort of Puerto Mazarron, there is a turning off the main road to the beautiful fishing village of La Azohia. The mountains finally recede behind a promontory called Cabo Tinoso, giving way again to vast stretches of beach which go all the way to Puerto Mazarron & beyond. The village is in a truly beautiful location, still closely bound by a backdrop of dramatic scenery, which not only protects it from easterly winds but, perhaps more importantly, from further development.

El Pinar de San Gines nestles behind lovely mature villas in the exclusive San Gines district of La Azohia on the lower slopes of the mountain, on what was pine forest. It is in an incredibly quiet & peaceful spot yet just a five minute walk through lovely residential avenues to the best part of the seafront & several restaurants. It was the first (& is likely to be the only) development of its kind to be allowed here & is built in traditional Andalucian "pueblo" style in order to be totally in keeping with the surroundings - with winding paths, lovely private gardens, swimming pools & a popular bar/snack bar on site. The development itself is already taking on the air of a village within a village & proving very popular with families as children can play safely.

The beach at La Azohia is gently shelving with shallow, warm waters & a beautiful new palm-lined promenade stretching two miles ensuring a memorable evening stroll along the sea front as the sun sets across the bay. Much prized by the Spanish the sea here is considered amongst the clearest in Spain & has been granted blue flag status for many years with the deeper waters at Cabo Tinoso known by divers far & wide for their colourful sea beds & by the local fishermen who still bring in their daily tuna catches to the quaint marina.

Seafront facilities include water sports & diving clubs with showers on the beach along with a snack bar & children's play area. The area is well known for excellent fishing & come early evening you will see the locals unwinding awaiting a catch on the beaches of Isla Plana, the next village which adjoins La Azohia. There is a limited selection of good restaurants & bars in La Azohia itself, in Isla Plana & extensive facilities in the bustling port of Mazarron just ten minutes drive away. Opportunities for wonderful walking is provided in the local hills or the Sierra Espuna natural park inland. Spa facilities are available at the 4* Azohia Hotel. For cultural excursions the town of Cartagena with its ancient port & Murcia with its magnificent Baroque cathedral should not be missed. Both have El Corte Ingles department stores for those with shopping in mind. There are also many colourful markets & fiestas. There are several golf courses nearby including the famous La Manga Club where we also have a property.
Since both are served by the same airport we are able to offer an interesting two-centre option providing the same high quality at two quite different destinations.

The 11 photos above cover the accommodation but click the photos tab for a full picture gallery which we hope you will enjoy to give you just a little taste of the huge diversity of the attractions of the Murcia Region.

 

El Mirador is a ground floor 3 bed 2 bath bungalow which must surely (along with La Casita on the upper level) occupy the best position on the entire development. It stands on the front line yet in a quiet location on the most southerly corner of the community with uninterrupted views towards the sea to the south & west. Being an end property it is completely unattached on 3 sides with a private parking space immediately outside & three separate fully tiled, spacious terraces covering 120 sq m - an east facing breakfast terrace, south/west facing evening terrace with open sea views & a fantastic huge raised south/west facing sun deck again with stunning views & a superb traditional chimney BBQ with matching table & benches. You have a choice of full sun or full shade any time of the day - essential for those with young children. Being arranged on one floor in a convenient apartment-style layout with just the one above & one below & with easy access up just six split steps the property is particularly suitable for those with grandparents or toddlers in buggies.

Furnished to the highest of standards with leather seating & top quality beds, your comfort is assured - many a holiday has been spoiled by an uncomfortable bed! All curtains & bedspreads are hand made (by yours truly!) from quality cottons & linens to give a luxurious, warm feel - a real home from home but in the sun. You are provided with everything you could want & babies are fully catered for with free use of a cot, highchair & lots more.

The property has full ducted air conditioning/heating with the addition of ceiling fans in all bedrooms & oil-filled radiators for in-between seasons. Other extras include satellite TV & an upgraded water heater (double the standard size supplied).

Terraces

The large front terrace off the lounge is slightly elevated making it very private. It is south west facing & has wonderful uninterrupted views towards the sea. This is a lovely outdoor space at any time of day with a table, six chairs & parasol. The back terrace, accessed from the kitchen & one of the bedrooms as well as from outside, also has a table & six chairs plus a clothes dryer. But the best feature of all must be the fantastic raised BBQ & sun terrace. It is huge at around 30 feet long by 11 feet wide & has a stunning stone/tiled traditional chimney BBQ, a matching stone table with four benches which will accommodate up to 10, & four quality sun loungers. It is fully lit to enable you to wine & dine al fresco until as late as you wish. This is again a completely private space with open westerly views towards the sea.

Be sure to click the floor plans tab which include site maps showing the position of El Mirador on the development.

 

Lounge/diner - 6 seater blue leather corner seating with comfy fleecy throws, 3 metre solid wood mural unit housing satellite TV, DVD/video, music centre, PS2 with games, books, board games etc, dining for 6.

Kitchen - modern with everything you could need including full cooker, hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, toaster, dishwasher, high spin (1200 rpm) washer, crockery/cutlery for 6. Upgraded water heater - 100 litre.

Master bedroom - top quality king size bed, two double wardrobes, chest of drawers, chair, beautiful co-ordinating upholstered bedroom fittings/furnishings, hairdryer, free safe. Open sea view.

En-suite bathroom - bath with shower over, basin with lighted mirror over, loo, shaver point.

Bedroom 2 - top quality beds with option of two singles or one king, wardrobe, chest of drawers, beautiful co-ordinating upholstered fittings/furnishings, patio door with access to breakfast terrace. This is a great room for grandparents.

Bedroom 3 - top quality double bed, built-in wardrobe, chest of drawers, again lovely co-ordinating furnishings etc.

Bathroom - shower cubicle, basin with mirror over, loo, shaver point.

Children - free use of travel cot, highchair, bottle steriliser, potty, safety bath mat, changing mat.

Miscellaneous - wash basket, pegs, iron, ironing board, first aid kit, fire extinguisher & blanket.

Terms:

30% deposit on booking, balance 8 weeks prior to departure. Our cancellation policy is that the deposit/balance or part thereof is repayable only if a new booking is found. Cancellation insurance is required as we cannot guarantee repayment. A damages deposit of GBP150 will be required with the balance but repaid after the holiday when the property has been checked. Arrival/departure days are flexible but in oder to keep un-let gaps as short as possible during peak summer we may ask you to fit around existing bookings where possible. Access is from 4pm on day of arrival to 10am on day of departure. Age of oldest guest must be over 30 yrs.

Included in price:

Luxury welcome pack, arrival/departure clean, bed linen & towels (including luxury velour beach towels), professional support contact, free use of cot & highchair, free 24 hr meet & greet service, access to translation service (charge as applicable). Bookings of two weeks include a mid stay linen change. Comprehensive info pack including your own Murcia travel guide & large collection of maps & guide books in the property.

Occupancy Notes:

The figure of 7 includes a baby in the cot. Please note we cannot accommodate 7 adults. We feel strongly that in order to enjoy a property as it is intended it should not be over-filled but we do have an additional guest bed available at our discretion depending on party make-up. Only the guests specified on the booking form will be permitted to stay & beds made up accordingly. If you wish to change the party details after booking we must be notified prior to departure.

It is very important to us to provide a personal service to our guests & contact prior to booking is encouraged. We will always be happy to answer any questions you may have.









 

The apartment comprises 3 bedrooms in total; 2 double, 1 twin and 1 cots, 1 of the bedrooms with en-suite facilities. . This gives room for up to 7 people. Bed linen and towels are provided for your use.

The apartment has 2 bathrooms for your party's use. Air-conditioning keeps the apartment cool. Central heating keeps you snug and warm.

The apartment has television video, dvd, satellite/cable. The music system will play cassettes, cds, radio.

There is room for 6 in the living room and 6 in the dining room. To prepare food you will find a cooker, an oven, a microwave, a fridge, a freezer, a kettle, a toaster. You will also find a dish washer, a washing machine, an iron and ironing board. The owner has also provided cutlery, crockery, glassware, cooking utensils.

This is a non-smoking apartment

Pets are not welcome 

Not suitable for wheelchairs 

The apartment is in a very quiet area. It has access to a shared swimming pool, a south facing garden, a south facing patio area, sea views, panoramic views, interesting views, a barbeque. If you are driving there is private parking with the outside areas of the house having external lighting.

The apartment is right beside swimming, a restaurant.

Close to the apartment you will find a beach, sailing, water skiing, boat hire, wind surfing, fishing, walking, cycling, mountain biking, horse riding, scuba diving, historic sites, a museum, shopping areas.

Within easy reach of the apartment you will find climbing, golf, tennis, a sports center, a themepark, a food shop.

Go Karting, La Manga Club 40mins drive.

Markets,fiestas,Holy cities,castles,churches & palaces, protected natural parks.

The apartment is....

45 min from Murcia (MJV) airport.
90 min from Alicante.

Any day of the week.

Any day of the week.

3 days.

4 PM

10 AM

Tony & Linda says: "We enjoyed our two week stay very much. The accodations were extremely comfortable and the view beautiful. The owner has provided many maps and other information that was helpful to us as first-time visitors to the area. Though we had no small children, we saw that the owner has been thoughful enough to provide equipment to make a stay with children and babies comfortabl as well. We definately would love to stay here again the next time we visit this part of Spain. "

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