Denia, Spain - A Place in the Sun

JAfter many years of hard work, Debbie and Nick from Salford feel the time is right to buy a holiday home close to the traditional Spanish town of Denia on the Costa Blanca. They’re both very sporty and are looking forward to enjoying the area’s great outdoor lifestyle, providing Laura Hamilton can find them the perfect property. With spectacular views at the top of their wish list, and armed with a budget of £150,000, Laura is on a mission and has 5 great options lined up, but will any be right on target? Denia has become a favourite destination of celebrities and it’s even been used as a setting for Hollywood movies. With more and more ex pats heading to Denia, it is becoming one of the most cosmopolitan and highly sought after areas in this region of Spain for people seeking a traditional Spanish lifestyle.

Our first property is in Las Marinas on the outskirts of Denia. This apartment is in a gated complex of 70 properties built around a beautiful garden. Built in 1995 it is 200m from the beach. There’s a balcony, fitting atable and 4 chairs, with great views of the large communal pool. Inside is an open plan living space and kitchen. There are two bedrooms and two bathrooms. No longer available, view more from the agent here.

Valued at £150,862 at the time of filming.

For our second property, we’re heading to La Rotas, known as the ‘Beverley Hills’ of Denia. This tranquil area, the most exclusive in Denia, is less built up with 5 kilometres (3.1 miles) of beautiful beaches and stunning views of the mountains. It’s a very popular area with Spanish people and around 75% of residents live here all year. The property comes with a communal pool and gardens shared with thirty two properties. It is a first floor apartment, which also has a large roof terrace with wonderful views of the mountains and the sea (plus a BBQ and a shower) – and s balcony. Inside there is an open plan living room and kitchen, two bedrooms, and one bathroom. View more properties from the agent here.

Valued at £153,488 at the time of filming.

Our third property lies inland, in the development of Monte Pego, 20 minutes drive from Denia, which is set in stunning countryside overlooking the Marjal National park. A two-bed, two-bath duplex with a communal pool, private terrace and panoramic views. View the property here.

Valued at £118,966 at the time of filming

Next, we’re heading to the attractive and prestigious urbanisation of La Sella. Just a fifteen minute drive to the beach. The apartment comes with a communal pool and gardens, and a huge private terrace with spectacular panoramic views. Inside there’s an open plan living room and kitchen, two double bedrooms and two bathrooms. View the property here.

Valued at £99,138 at the time of filming.

This villa comes with a communal pool shared by 25 properties. There’s a garden that wraps around it, and a covered terrace. Inside is an open plan living room and kitchen, two bedrooms, and one bathroom. Visit the agent's website here.

Valued at £154,310 at the time of filming.

Inside this five bedroom villa has a traditional rustic style bodega area which is great for entertaining, and contrasts with the more modern style on the upper floors which all enjoy extensive views. See more from the agent here.

Valued at £2,428,571 at the time of filming.