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Northern Costa Almeria - A Place in the Sun

2021 / Northern Costa Almeria, Spain Ben Hillman on 20 September 2021

Northern Costa Almeria, Spain Ben Hillman

Former detectives Penny and Jon still work for the police, but now with retirement on the horizon they can’t wait to buy a holiday home in Spain they can escape to for the winter. They’ve decided Northern Costa Almeria is the perfect place, and have asked Ben Hillman to find them their dream property for a budget of £100,000, which must have a communal pool, and be close to both the beach and a golf course. After following up his leads, house hunting sleuth Ben has lined-up five fantastic options that he thinks matches the description, but will he end up collaring a sale?

Northern Costa Almeria

About the area

The province of Almeria sits in the centre of southern Spain and has its own airport with flights from 12 UK destinations. Famous for its stunning beaches and pretty towns and villages, Almeria is a great place to own a holiday home. The province is actually the driest region in Europe, with average annual temperature close to 20 degrees, it has the weather to boot. While there's over 130 miles of coastline here, we’re focusing on the north of the region where the towns of Vera and Mojacar with their beautiful old towns and great coastal resorts which attract loads of holiday makers. The three popular golf courses in this part of the region also make it a great place to be.

Property 1

Two-bed apartment Villaricos

This two-bed, two-bath apartment is in the fishing village of Villaricos which has a mix of traditional Spanish and holiday living with a handful of Chiringitos, bars, restaurants and shops alongside a pretty promenade and marina. The apartment has a terrace with sea views and a juliette balcony with views of the communal pool. See more on the estate agent's website here.

Valued at £103,448 at the time of filming.

Property 2

Two-bed apartment in Mojacar Playa

This property is a modern two-bed one and a half-bath apartment with a large terrace and golf views. Inside there's a living room, dining and kitchen area, as well as a huge storage area! Mojacar Playa, known as the jewel of the Almeria coastline, is a bustling resort with plenty going on. In fact there are more than 30 restaurants and bars on the beach front alone. Visit the estate agent's website here.

Valued at £94,827 at the time of filming.

Property 3

Two-bed apartment in Vera Playa

This modern apartment has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. It also benefits from a communal pool and a large private terrace with sea views and space for al fresco dining. See more from the estate agent here.

Valued at £93,965 at the time of filming.

Property 4

Two-bed apartment in Mojacar Playa

This two-bed two-bath apartment in Mojacar Playa has a lovely terrace with great pool and countryside views. Inside there's a living and dining space with a fireplace, open to a modern kitchen, plus a shower room and a bathroom. Visit the agent's website here.

Valued at £102,586 at the time of filming.

 

Property 5

Two-bed apartment in Valle del Este

This property is a two-bed apartment with a communal pool, a private garden and terrace space with views over the golf course. It has a bright living space, and a modern kitchen with a small courtyard off it. There are two bedrooms, one ensuite and both with access to the terrace. It also has a shower room and separate storage room. Find out more here.

Valued at £112,068 at the time of filming.

Hot property

Six-bed villa in Mojacar Playa

This luxury villa in Mojacar Playa has six bedrooms. six bathrooms a huge terrace with brilliant sea views, and its own swimming pool! Find out more here.

Valued at £1,029,411 at the time of filming.