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Creativity Aurum Fase I, consists of 12 two- and three-bedroom homes in Pilar de la Horadada, very close to the greenway, the beach, and all the amenities you need for a comfortable and relaxing stay.

The homes incorporate high-efficiency, high-quality construction solutions to promote well-being, environmental protection, and energy savings.

Residents of this residential complex will enjoy one of the best climates in the world. The semi-detached homes are composed of two to three facades, allowing for quality natural light and ventilation.

The quality of a residential development is also measured by its ability to meet current technological requirements.

For this reason, AURUM incorporates electrical and telecommunications installations carried out in accordance with current regulations, ensuring connectivity, security and functionality. Fittings from the renowned firm JUNG also provide added value in terms of design, quality and reliability.

The pre-installation of ducted air conditioning facilitates the future integration of air conditioning systems in a seamless and discreet manner, maintaining the clean aesthetic of the interior spaces.

Interior design trends are constantly evolving, but the best designs are those that remain timeless over the years. The interiors at AURUM have been conceived with this principle in mind.

The combination of neutral colours, high-quality materials and contemporary architectural solutions allows each property to become a canvas upon which to build a personal and unique home.

The brightness, visual spaciousness and elegant simplicity of the finishes create balanced spaces that convey serenity and well-being, values increasingly sought after in contemporary living.

Creativity Aurum Phase I features a terrace, solarium, and parking in each home, as well as a heated outdoor pool for communal use.

Viewing

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Features
Bedrooms:2
Bathrooms:2
Pool:Community
Kitchen:Open
Condition:New
Built-in wardrobes
2:
Unfurnished
Storage
Private Terrace
Private Garden
Walking distance to all Amenities
Solarium
Air Con preinstalled
Fitted Wardrobes
Master En-Suite
Private Parking

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Exclusive New Development in Pilar de la Horadada, Costa Blanca, Spain

Modern Homes Close to the Sea
Discover this new residential complex in Pilar de la Horadada, a privileged location on the Costa Blanca. Only 2 km from the beach, this project offers a wide variety of 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom properties, with private parking included in the price.

The development has spacious communal areas, including a communal swimming pool, landscaped gardens and a children's play area, ideal for the whole family to enjoy.

Different Typologies to suit your Lifestyle
This development offers various housing options:

Ground floor apartments with private gardens.
Middle floor flats with large terraces.
Penthouses with private solarium.
Ground floor bungalows with private garden.
Top floor bungalows with private garden and solarium.
Townhouses and semi-detached houses with garden and solarium.
All homes have been designed in a modern and functional style, using high quality materials and contemporary finishes.

Equipment and Qualities
The properties are equipped with:

Pre-installation of ducted air conditioning.
Exterior aluminium carpentry with thermal break and double glazing.
Reinforced access door for greater security.
Aerothermal system for efficient hot water production.
Built-in wardrobes with LED lighting.
Bathroom furniture and screens included. White goods included until the end of November 2025.

Pilar de la Horadada: A Privileged Place to Live in
Pilar de la Horadada is a coastal town at the southern end of the Costa Blanca, with an exceptional climate and an excellent quality of life. Its lively main street offers a wide variety of shops, supermarkets, restaurants and essential services.

Just a 5 minute drive away, you will find the stunning beaches of Torre de la Horadada and Mil Palmeras, with golden sand a lovely promenade. In addition, the area has cycle paths, hiking trails and multiple sporting activities.

Distances to Key Points
Lo Romero Golf Course - 5 km (10 minutes drive).
Corvera Airport (Murcia) - 40 km (40 minutes by car).
Alicante Airport - 55 km (55 minutes by car).
Zenia Boulevard Shopping Centre - 15 km (15 minutes by car).
Torre de la Horadada Marina - 3 km (5 minutes by car).

Viewing

Please contact us on 01527 598 598 if you wish to arrange a viewing appointment for this property, or require further information.

Disclaimer

Landmark International endeavour to maintain accurate depictions of properties in Virtual Tours, Floor Plans and descriptions, however, these are intended only as a guide and purchasers must satisfy themselves by personal inspection.

Features
Bedrooms:3
Bathrooms:2
Pool:Community
Kitchen:Open
Condition:New
Built-in wardrobes
3:
Unfurnished
Private Terrace
Walking distance to the Beach
Private Garden
Walking distance to all Amenities
Solarium
Air Con preinstalled
Fitted Wardrobes
Master En-Suite
Private Parking

Town house

Beautiful 3 Bedroom Lola Townhouse with Pool Views in Dona Pepa, Ciudad Quesada

 If you're searching for a spacious home in one of Ciudad Quesada's most desirable residential areas, this beautifully presented three-bedroom Lola-style townhouse is an outstanding opportunity. Located within the prestigious gated Malibu urbanisation in Dona Pepa, this attractive property combines generous living accommodation, multiple sun terraces, stunning communal pool views, and an unbeatable location close to every essential amenity.

 Whether you're looking for a permanent residence, a holiday home, or an investment property with excellent rental potential, this charming townhouse offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and Mediterranean lifestyle.

 The west-facing orientation allows you to enjoy the afternoon and evening sunshine from the elevated front terrace, making it the ideal place to relax with a drink, entertain friends, or dine outdoors while overlooking the beautifully maintained communal swimming pools and gardens.

 Inside, the property offers bright, spacious accommodation across two floors, while outside you'll find several private terraces and garden areas, giving every member of the family their own space to enjoy the Costa Blanca sunshine.

 Property Features

 Interior

 

 3 spacious double bedrooms

 

 2 bathrooms

 

 Bright lounge and dining area

 

 Independent fully fitted kitchen

 

 Ground floor bedroom

 

 Ground floor shower room

 

 Large family bathroom with corner bath

 

 Fitted wardrobes

 

 Air conditioning

 

 Ceiling fans

 

 Furniture negotiable

 

 Outdoor Living

 

 West-facing orientation

 

 Large elevated front terrace

 

 Private front garden

 

 Two additional bedroom terraces

 

 Master bedroom Juliet balcony

 

 Stunning communal pool views

 

 Rear terrace

 

 Large utility/storage room

 

 Additional under-terrace storage room (a unique feature)

 

 Community Features

 

 Secure gated Malibu urbanisation

 

 Two communal swimming pools

 

 Beautiful communal gardens

 

 Residents' parking

 

 Immaculately maintained development

 

 Excellent Location

 Dona Pepa remains one of the most sought-after residential areas of Ciudad Quesada, offering a peaceful environment while being just a short walk from everything you need.

 Within walking distance you'll find:

 

 Restaurants and cafés

 

 Bars

 

 Supermarkets

 

 Shops

 

 Pharmacy

 

 Medical centre

 

 Banks

 

 Quesada High Street

 

 Luxury spa hotel

 

 Just a short drive away you can enjoy:

 

 La Marquesa Golf Course

 

 Guardamar's Blue Flag beaches (approximately 10 minutes)

 

 Ciudad Quesada Aquapark

 

 El Recorral Natural Park

 

 Torrevieja Marina

 

 Orihuela Costa resorts including La Zenia, Cabo Roig and Playa Flamenca

 

 The property also enjoys excellent access to both Alicante Airport (around 40 minutes) and Murcia Corvera Airport (around 55 minutes).

 Why You'll Love This Home

 Properties of this style rarely remain on the market for long, particularly larger three-bedroom Lola townhouses overlooking the communal swimming pools.

 This home offers:

 

 Highly desirable west-facing position

 

 Beautiful pool and garden views

 

 Multiple sun terraces

 

 Spacious family accommodation

 

 Excellent outdoor entertaining space

 

 Walking distance to amenities

 

 Secure gated community

 

 Fantastic holiday rental potential

 

 Ideal permanent residence

 

 Sought-after Dona Pepa location

 

 The additional under-terrace storage room is a particularly valuable feature that is rarely found in similar properties.

 Why Choose Solmar Estates?

 Established in 2005, Solmar Estates is a family-run estate agency with over 20 years of experience helping buyers find their ideal property on the Costa Blanca. We've successfully completed thousands of property transactions, earned hundreds of client recommendations, and built an outstanding reputation reflected in our 5-star Google reviews.

 As registered members of the API (Professional Association of Real Estate Agents – Membership No. 00280) and the Valencian Community Register of Estate Agents (RAICV No. 1869), we're committed to providing a professional, transparent, and trustworthy service.

 When you choose Solmar Estates, you're choosing knowledgeable local experts dedicated to making your property purchase as smooth, straightforward, and stress-free as possible.

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Large, immaculate, brand new - Townhouse - Pego - OCTH253800 Well located near the paseo we offer this brand new, totally reformed townhouse with off street parking! It is on a corner, so every living / bedroom space has lots of natural light.  The front door opens to large lounge area with an open plan fitted kitchen and on through to a utility room and out to our patio / summer kitchen / parking space with electric door to the street & a charging point for an electric car.   There is a shower room and a large double bedroom on the ground floor also. Stairs lead to three further double bedrooms, all again with lots of natural light, one has Juliet balconies to the street and another has a mid terrace overlooking the patio.  There is a shower room on this floor. Everything is brand new, plumbing, electrics, windows, all instalations.  The property has been fitted with a hydro system for the radiators throughout the property.  Pre installation of air conditioning, solar and smart ventilation systems complete the set up!  viewing recommended!

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SPECIAL OFFERS APPLY - contact us for more information.  We are thrilled to offer these three bedroom townhouses on the new Lo Monte development in Pilar de la Horadada.  The property will be located close to the towncentre with its array of shops, bars and restaurants and walking distance to the municipal sports centre. The beach is a 5 minutes drive away to the pretty Torre de la Horadada with its traditional Spanish square with ice cream parlours and beautiful sandy beaches on the Mediterrnean.  Alicante airport is a 45 minutes drive away and for the golfer you are close to Lo Romero, Las Colinas and Las Ramblas courses.  The popular La Zenia shopping centre is 15 minutes drive.  Location is fantastic. The first phase of townhouses will be ready October 2026.  The property is laid out over three floors, the ground floor with open plan living kitchen and dining room, downstairs bedroom and separate guest shower room.  There is a rear patio off the kitchen and downstairs bedroom.  Stairs lead to a further two bedrooms both with fitted wardrobes and a separate family bathroom.  There i access to a terrace off the master bedroom.  A further flight of stairs lead to the 35m2 solarium when you can enjoy wonderful views.  There is preinstallation for a summer kitchen on the solarium and aircon.  One huge plus is that an underground parking space is included in the price. Completion is due October 2026.  Contact us to book a viewing appointment.

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SPECIAL OFFERS APPLY - contact us for more information. Opportunity to buy a four bedroom two bathroom townhouse which is ready summer 2026, so not long to wait. Located in the bustling town of Pilar de la Horadada which has some lovely bars and restaurants and all the amenities you could need and only a 12 minute bike ride to the beach. The four bed model has a 98m2 garden and terrace that wraps round the property, it has space for your car and views of the pool and jacuzzi.  The downstairs consists of an open plan kitchen which comes with white goods and you have a choice of colours for the kitchen units. The lounge has patio doors to one of the terraces and there is also access from the kitchen to the other terrace. There is also a downstairs bedroom and bathroom. Upstairs there are two double bedroom, a single bedroom or could be a perfect office, and a family bathroom. All the bedrooms have fitted wardrobes and the bathrooms have underfloor heating. Outside is a little terrace with external stairs and you will find the 48m2 roof solarium with a summer kitchen. There is a three bedroom townhouse available too. Contact us to arrange to view

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SPECIAL OFFERS APPLY - contact us for more information. An opportunity to buy a three bedroom three bathroom townhouse which is ready in the summer of 2026, so not long to wait. Located in the bustling town of Pilar de la Horadada which has some lovely bars and restaurants and all the amenities you could need and only a 12 minute bike ride to the beach. The three bed model has a terrace from the road where you have space for a car and another terrace that looks over the communal pool with jacuzzi. The downstairs consists of an open plan kitchen which comes with white goods and you have a choice of colours for the kitchen units. The lounge has patio doors to one of the terraces and there is also access from the kitchen to the other terrace. There is also a downstairs bedroom and bathroom. Upstairs there is another double bedroom, a family bathroom and a master bedroom with ensuite. The master has patio doors to the terrace, all the bedrooms have fitted wardrobes and the bathrooms have underfloor heating. Up external stairs and you will find the 48m2 roof solarium with a summer kitchen. There is a four bedroom corner townhouse available too. Contact us to arrange to view

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Located just one street away from the centre of Sax, this magnificent townhouse is full of character, generous living space and delightful surprises around every corner. A home that beautifully combines the charm of traditional architecture with a versatile layout and multiple living areas designed for family life and entertaining. From the moment you step inside, the property creates a warm and welcoming impression. A spacious entrance hall provides both privacy and convenience before entering the main living area. To the left is a room currently used as a bedroom, although, by creating direct access from the street, it could easily be converted into a practical garage. The bright and inviting main living room features a built-in cupboard beneath the staircase, making excellent use of the available space. From here, the home is divided into two distinct areas. One hallway leads to the shower room and the kitchen, while the other opens into a cosy sitting room—one of the property's most charming features—which also connects directly to the kitchen. From the kitchen, an outdoor corridor leads to a fantastic winter lounge complete with a fireplace and a traditional utility sink. This welcoming space is perfect for family gatherings, celebrations or enjoying long evenings by the fire. Stairs then lead down to a lower level where you'll find another spacious living room of similar size, a generous patio ideal for creating a relaxing chill-out area for the summer months, and a large storage room offering endless possibilities. The first floor preserves the home's original character with its beautiful traditional floor tiles, adding warmth, personality and authenticity throughout. Here you will find three spacious bedrooms. One includes an additional area that would be ideal as a walk-in wardrobe or fitted closet. The impressive principal bedroom offers ample space to create a stylish en-suite bathroom or an expansive dressing room. This floor also benefits from a second bathroom with a bathtub, a covered courtyard that provides natural light and ventilation, and a large built-in wardrobe in the hallway, offering excellent storage space. This is a truly unique property, far more spacious than it appears from the outside, with a surprising layout and endless possibilities to adapt it to the needs of any family. To fully appreciate everything this wonderful home has to offer and discover all of its charming spaces, we invite you to watch the accompanying video. We are confident it will exceed your expectations.

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A unique and spectacular 4 Bed 2 Bath Villa in the town of Sax  Yes, unique because behind each brick, behind each detail, there is a beautiful story of why it was built that way and why the colour of those tiles.  When something is done with such enthusiasm, with so much love, only something impressive can come out.  This property from 1997, was built with materials of the very highest quality.  We start at the main entrance, which has 7 steps to access the interior of the house directly into a stunning hallway that is best described as somewhere out of a movie with a beautiful staircase leading to the bedrooms.  On this ground level, there is direct access to a 2 car garage, also a full bathroom and a lounge/diner and a prestige-fitted kitchen with a walk-in pantry.  This is where a “normal” house would end but I did say “unique”. From the kitchen, there is access to a covered terrace that is being used as a children´s area and a gym. Continuing through the terrace there are steps down to an industrial kitchen, the property was previously a restaurant. Now we find the breathtaking part, a massive relaxation area with a beautiful heated private swimming pool complete with massage jets and a terrace with artificial grass and plants giving the feel of a country property but indoors. It really is amazing, it’s like being in a luxury spa. There is also a pool house with a toilet.  Are you ready for more? A storage room with all the heating machinery and a 100m2 traditional Spanish dining room with a wood-burning oven, another kitchen with a bar and another toilet. Imagine holding a party here, in fact, imagine holding a wedding reception here.  We return to the main entrance of the house and access the upper floor, where we find 4 double rooms, one single which is used as a laundry and ironing room and a bathroom. In addition, there are 2 accesses through 2 of the rooms, and another independent access in the corridor, which leads to a large terrace.  The house has oil heating by radiators, air conditioning and a heated pool and you will be surprised by how low the bills are. It faces 3 streets occupying 100% of an “island” so there are no neighbours attached to the house.  Do not miss this unique opportunity.

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This is a fabulous, spacious 5 Bed 2 Bath townhouse of excellent construction and distributed superbly well with 1 Double Bedroom and 1 Family Bathroom downstairs and Three Double Bedrooms and a small single along with another Family Bathroom upstairs. Everything inside and outside is in excellent condition and everything has seen improvement over the years with fittings of the highest quality and with Dual Pump A/C for hot and cold (heating and cooling) with adjustable thermostats. Casas Nuevas is a sought-after location because on-street parking is so easily available, although this property does come with a good sized garage. All the amenities are within short walking distance. The outside spaces are wonderful, there is a small patio downstairs and a large terrace upstairs with loads of space for relaxing and sun worshipping that has great views. The lounge/diner is spacious and has a feature log-burning fireplace, the kitchen is unlike Spanish kitchens as it is much bigger and easily accommodates a table and chairs although the family eat most of the time on the patio or the terrace. The downstairs large Double Bedroom with a beautifully tiled family bathroom is perfect for guests and/or elderly relatives. Upstairs there is a lovely landing area and four bedrooms, the master has a walk-in wardrobe, are to both sides. The fifth bedroom, the small single would make a great office space. Why Sax? There are no traffic lights, it has a 13th-century castle and there are no traffic wardens but there are streets full of restaurants, bars and cafes. What? That isn´t enough? Sax is so popular because it is far enough inland to be “inland” yet it is only 30 minutes to Alicante Airport and 35 minutes to the beach.  Access is by the A31 Dual Carriageway Alicante to Madrid road which runs just outside of the town, by rail and coach from Alicante so you can go to the beach and not have to take your car, and now we are only five minutes away from the AVE station at Villena. The AVE is the high-speed train from Alicante to Madrid which has only four stops and we are five minutes away from a station that on boarding will have you in Madrid in 2hrs 9mins for as little as 25€. Let us stick with the town of Sax for now rather than escaping to the beach or the capital city of Spain. Sax is dominated by its 13th-century castle known as the Headlight and Guardian of The Border a landscape of history and rock. When driving back home to Sax after daylight the sight of the castle, fully lit, and seemingly floating in the air is one of the most welcoming sights I have ever experienced. Commercially, Sax was only affected in a minor way by the economic crash as it is the home of three major international businesses selling “persianas y toldos”, window blinds and sun canopies and a shoe industry that means if you recently bought a pair of shoes in a department store in the UK, for example, the chances are they could have been made in Sax or nearby Elda. Recently we have seen the opening of a Consum supermarket, the equivalent of a Waitrose or Marks & Spencer Food Hall whilst there has been a Hiperber and Mas y Mas, both excellent supermarkets for as long as I can remember, and if that isn´t enough there is a Carrefour (Think Tesco) eight minutes’ drive away within a shopping mall complex that has two cinemas one of which is showing films in English with Spanish subtitles. Sax is served wonderfully well with schools, our son was eight when we moved here and reluctantly, we put him into a state school, he always went to a private school in Manchester, and within six months he was fluent in two languages and following five years in a secondary school went on to study Pharmacy at Complutense in Madrid one of Spain´s most famous and prestigious universities. Crime rate; Sax has full employment and subsequently a very low crime rate. It is a small town where everyone knows each other and a Spanish family would normally feel shamed if a member was in trouble with the police. Their modern values are the ones we experienced growing up in the UK 50-60 years ago. I parked rather stupidly recently on the Hight Street (Gran Via) even by Spanish standards I was naughty as I popped into the bank. I received a phone call within 90 seconds from the Local Police who called me a “dickhead”, well the Spanish equivalent, no ticket no fine just a little humiliation. For health, Sax and Spain, in general, is far superior to the UK. In the town, we have a brand-new Health Centre with eight doctors, two nurses, diabetes clinics and a 24/7 Emergency Walk/In Centre. Ten minutes away in Elda is the remarkable award-winning University Hospital El Virgen De Salud where the surgeons are second to none and the food is atrocious, well it can’t all be good!! Newly opened is the Fibromyalgia centre offering support and therapies for those suffering from acute pain. There are now four Language Schools in the town and the town hall ran a scheme for language swapping that well may be run again. Learning Spanish is a lot less difficult than it may seem and there are new ways of learning that concentrate on Spanish conversation. There are restaurants and bars aplenty with prices that are at first beyond belief and a three or four-course lunch of good quality can easily be found for 12€ or less. For a special occasion, there is La Torreta but also there are great option such as La Braseria, Camila and La Senda. Coffee and toast for breakfast will cost no more than 2€ and the coffee is possibly the best in Europe. We have a Walking Group, two Golfing Societies, Ladies Who Lunch and probably lots more Social Activities to enjoy. Sax, it´s a great place to live.

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A house with soul in the heart of Sax Imagine living in a house where every corner is designed for your enjoyment...Located in the heart of Sax, this home welcomes you with a discreet facade that hides much more than meets the eye. Upon entering, you access directly from the garage, comfortable and practical, especially on rainy days or when you're arriving with groceries. From there, you can access the first level: a bedroom with a built-in wardrobe, perfect for creating a quiet office or a cozy guest room. The full bathroom on this floor is ideal for everyday use or when entertaining. The separate kitchen, with its oak cabinets and a functional pantry, invites you to prepare home-cooked meals, while the spacious living-dining room opens onto the patio, creating a perfect connection with the outdoors. But the true jewel of this floor lies beyond the patio: a second living room with a fireplace and kitchen, where you can already imagine dinners with friends, winter Sundays with the family, or special celebrations. It also has its own bathroom, making this space completely independent and versatile. Ascending a beautiful staircase bathed in natural light, we reach the upper floor. Four bedrooms await to accommodate your family, your dreams, or your personal projects. A full bathroom serves this floor, and from the terrace, an access leads to an extra room... a game room? An office? Perhaps a family gym? It's up to you. And all this in a house built just 12 years ago, which means tranquility, structural security, and a design designed for modern living. You're in the centre of Sax, with all amenities within reach, but with the privacy of a home designed to unwind as soon as you close the door.A house you don't just visit, you live in.

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What a find, what a wonderful family home in the historical zone of Sax a lovely town just 35 minutes from Alicante City and Aiport and with public transport by train or bus. The property is perfect for a family home or as an Airbnb investment with an estimated nightly income of 130€ or a super "lockup and leave" holiday home located in a town that gives you access to so many possibilities.  Entering the property from the street, there is a small hallway, then a very spacious lounge/diner with an Air Con unit for cooling or heating - currently, Spain is the third cheapest electricity supply in Europe. There is a double bedroom on the ground floor along with a family bathroom so excellent for guests or for elderly relatives or anyone with difficulty climbing stairs. Then through to another spacious area, this time a kitchen/diner. The kitchen is fully fitted and there is a traditional walk-in pantry, whilst the dining area is bright and airy. From the kitchen/diner, you can access a charming patio and an even more charming small cave room, which I would have given my right arm for to have had as a child. What a dream den for kids. Taking the stairs up to the landing area of the first floor where there are two double bedrooms, both with "juliet" balconies and another family bathroom this time with a feature corner bath. There is a surprise on this floor as a door leads through to the garage, as the street behind is on a higher level and you can drive right out and be on your way to Alicante, Valencia or Madrid all by motorway. Next, another flight of stairs up to yet another spacious area, this one has two double bedrooms; however, one can only be accessed through the other, so there is an opportunity to make this a very special floor with perhaps an en-suite bathroom and dressing room. A door leads out to a big terrace with stunning views across the town and to the mountain ranges in the distance. This is the most lovely property, the owner has renovated it from top to bottom, professionally and using high-quality materials, just check out the new windows. Why Sax? There are no traffic lights, it has a 13th-century castle, one of seven on the castle route but ours is the best and there are no traffic lights, parking meters or fee-paying car parks. What? That isn´t enough? Sax is so popular because it is far enough inland to be “inland” yet it is only 30 minutes to Alicante Airport and 35 minutes to the beach.  Access is by the A31 Dual Carriageway Alicante to Madrid Autovia (Motorway to you) which runs just outside of the town, by rail and coach from Alicante so you can go to the beach and not have to take your car, and now we are only eight minutes drive away from the AVE station at Villena. The AVE is the high-speed train from Alicante to Madrid which has only four stops. From boarding the train will have you in Madrid in 2hrs 9mins for as little as 9€ if you are lucky enough, but around 25€ if not. Let us stick with the town of Sax for now rather than escaping to the beach or Madrid. Sax is dominated by its 13th-century castle known as the Headlight And Guardian Of The Border a landscape of history and rock. When driving back home to Sax after daylight the sight of the castle, fully lit, and seemingly floating in the air is one of the most welcoming sights I have ever experienced. It´s a sign we are almost home. Commercially, is the home of three major international businesses selling “persianas y toldos”, window blinds and sun canopies and a shoe industry that means if you recently bought a pair of shoes in a UK Department Store, for example, the chances are they could have been made in Sax or nearby Elda and we now supply 60% of the footwear used in all Spain´s hospitals. It is an incredible feat. No pun intended. Both Sax and the smaller town of Salinas just eight minutes drive away have close to full employment and lots of opportunity which means our crime statistics are very low and both towns are safe in a way that is hard to imagine if you have arrived from the UK or Holland. Walking around whatever time of day or night is a pleasure rather than something to fear. Sax is small enough for everyone to know each other and a family who has a son or daughter who is a criminal brings shame on the family. I suppose it´s like when I was growing up in the North West during the 60´s. Recently we have seen the opening of a Consum supermarket, the equivalent of a Waitrose or Marks & Spencer Food Hall whilst there has been a Hiperber and Dia, both excellent supermarkets for as long as I can remember, and if that isn´t enough there is a Carrefour (Think Tesco) eight minutes’ drive away within a shopping mall complex that has a cinemas which shows films in English with Spanish subtitles. There are also six gyms in Sax and a superb one in the shopping mall along with Ten Pin Bowling etc Sushi Restaurant and many others. Sax is served wonderfully well with schools, our son was eight when we moved here and reluctantly, we put him into a state school, he always went to a private school in Manchester, and within six months he was fluent in two languages and following five years in a secondary school went on to study Pharmacy at Complutense in Madrid one of Spain´s most famous and prestigious universities.   However, he didn´t like the idea of going into pharmacy as a career so he is studying law and working as my business partner. He already has a diploma in Spanish Property Law. For health, Sax and Spain, in general, is far superior to the UK. In the town, we have a new Health Centre with eight doctors, two nurses, a diabetes clinics and a 24/7 Emergency Walk/In Centre. We have three pharmacies, two of which have at least one person who speaks English and their advice is always excellent. Ten minutes away in Elda is the remarkable award-winning University Hospital El Virgen De Salud where the surgeons are second to none and the food is atrocious, well it can’t all be good!! Newly opened is the Fibromyalgia centre offering support and therapies for those suffering from acute pain. There are now three Language Schools in the town and the town hall ran a scheme for language swapping that may be run again. Learning Spanish is a lot less difficult than it may seem and there are new ways of learning that concentrate on conversational Spanish. There are restaurants and bars aplenty with prices that are at first beyond belief and a three or four-course lunch of good quality can easily be found for 13€ or less. For a special occasion, there is Casa Mami and El Fuente restaurant at the hotel Fuente del Cura which are a little more expensive but great food experiences can be had. Nearby Villena, ten minutes or so up the A31, has some excellent restaurants including the very fashionable Tita´s Gastrobar and the stunning, in my opinion, Condumio. In Elda, ten minutes in the other direction there is Xambel, Xhagar, Fabrica, La Sirena and Tenaz, all very good restaurants and surprisingly inexpensive. In most bars and cafes a coffee and toast for breakfast will cost no more than 2,50€ and the coffee is possibly the best in Europe. Our biggest challenge these days is finding properties as opposed to selling them as Sax and Salinas as both have become incredibly popular as there are very few building permits left in either of the towns and yet they are growing. So, come look around and enjoy.