Large Villa to rent with Wonderful Sea Views, Pool 100 yards, Beach 1min bus ride, and only 15min taxi ride to the house from Alicante Airport ensures a stress free journey with sunshine on your doorstep. FREE in house WiFi ! Your nearest bar and diner is 200 yrds away with the pool at the bottom of the street. Brand New supermarket 5 min walk

3 bed / 3 bath The house sleeps 8 and has all you need incl beach stuff. Satellite TV, Stereo, BBQ, Ceiling fans etc. The beautiful Carabassi beach is a 2 min bus ride and you can relax on the house sunroof with special views. Everything you need is in walking distance with the internet shop and bank only 100 yards.

Santa Pola, Alicante, Los Arenales, and the San Juan Beach nr Alicante Town is a must to visit. Drive up and down the coastline and you will find a different beach everyday.

For that boat ride take a trip to the Tabarca Island, Benidorm Island or the Islands of Mar Menor.
Take in a fiesta, be it in the pre-Lenten "Carnaval", the Holy Week processions, a Moros y Christianos parade commemorating the Reconquest or a summer firework display, check out the locals and local adverts for the nearest festival.

Local market ? and admire the produce, smell the flowers and buy a picnic and a paella pan. You will find a market somewhere local everyday, check out local details when you arrive !!

The Town:
Gran Alacant can offer you the best of both worlds. Those looking for a relaxing holiday lounging by the pool, a bit of tennis for exercise and a quiet meal in the near by restaurant are well catered for. There is however plenty to do for those looking for something a bit more active or fun. The excellent motorway network ensures that near by surrounding areas and attractions are not sorrowfully missed. There is so much to do! A nifty 40 minutes away by car (just outside of Benidorm) is Terra Mitica, a theme park to be enjoyed by both adults and kids alike. In Benidorm, nestling in one of its hills is the superb fun packed water park Aqualandia which is next to Mundomar the sea life centre.

Although nightlife in Gran Alacant is quite low key, it is by no means lifeless. Numerous bars and restaurants (and more on the way) constantly entertain those who are quite happy to enjoy good food and a great bottle of wine. And for variety you may want to try some ‘tapas’ or even dining at one of Santa Pola’s best restaurants – Moniatos and Polamar. On the other hand, the near by city of Alicante (15 mins) has a bustling night life catering for every taste.

Amidst all the facilities and services in the area you will find; supermarkets, banks (with cash dispensers), Video/DVD rental, car rental, petrol station and even a local street market. And although we hope you will not need them, you will find doctors surgery, pharmacy and opticians.

A stones’ throw from Gran Alacant, less than a mile down the hill, is the above mentioned Los Arenales del Sol beach. The beach is never empty. Even in the ‘our’ winter you find people running or walking by the shore. And although the beach is prepared for the Easter Break it is in the height of summer that all types of water sports become available. If your priority is a healthy tan, then a few trips to Los Arenales beach is definitely a must!

Lastly, although worthy of mention is the fact that the short distance to the airport makes Gran Alacant a specifically good holiday base. You can be in your holiday rental accommodation in less than 15 mins from landing! And I hear you say – “Aircraft noise?” – “No problemo – Gran Alacant is not on the flight path!

Alicante is a must for visiting. A mixture of modern and historic attractions with a wonderful Marina. Check out the nightime markets. Sunshine 350 days of the year !!

The Castillo ( Castle) de Santa Barbara, Alicante. This should be the first stop on a tour of Alicante and is a perfect way to get your bearings, while admiring views of the town and coastline.

Huerto del Cura (Elche)...This fascinating botanical garden within the great palm forest of Elche is perfect for shady relaxation after a few hours sightseeing.

Take the scenic Costa Blanca Express between Alicante and Denia for great views and glimpses of small town life; or hop on at night and have a dinner up the coast from your resort. The Express takes you to Benidorm where you will find " Water World" amongst other many attractions.