About the Costa del Sol, Spain

A Superb3 Bedroomed property set in an area of outstanding natural beauty

FROM £240 per week

Situated in a premier
location at the heart
of the Costa del Sol
within easy reach
of magnificent beaches and
10 golf courses

Self-catering

A home from home
with all modern
conveniences
including satellite TV,
fully fitted kitchen,
balcony barbecue
and SUNSHINE

Golf Courses

The
Costa del Sol
is famous for
its golf courses.

A Selection
to try:
within 60 mins
drive

CLICK links for more information and bookings.
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As a number of
these courses
are very popular
and starting times
strictly limited,
it is adviseable
to pre-book
wherever possible.
Also a number of
courses require
handicap
certificates.

General Information

Location

Calahonda is located at the very heart of the Costa del Sol midway between the popular resorts of Marbella and Fuengirola. Just a 30 minute drive from Malaga's new International Airport with daily flights from the UK, it is ideally located for most people's leisure needs. There are miles of sandy beaches with clear blue seas, most are completely safe for small children. You are never far from the necessary amenities with bars, restaurants, supermarkets, shops, banks and medical centres nearby. Whilst there are good and frequent local bus services, as well as a rail link to the principal centres, car hire is recommended if you wish to experience all that the area has to offer, even if only for part of your stay.

Climate

The Costa del Sol or Sunshine Coast, is a deserved name for one of the sunniest parts of Europe, with a June/July average of 12 hours of sunshine a day. Temperatures in the middle of summer can peak at over 35°C so some care is advised with exposed skin, especially in young children. Golfers tend to avoid these hottest times and some of the nicest periods for sports participation are in the quieter months of May and September. Even in the depths of the British winter Southern Spain enjoys balmy conditions with temperatures of around 15°C.

Flights

Depending on which UK airport you're prepared to fly from, air fares to Malaga can be very reasonable, not to say cheap. Some of the "no-frills" airlines will now fly you for as little as £59 return! Taxis are readily available at Malaga or car rental companies can supply a wide range of reasonably priced hire packages, however we would always advise pre-booking car hire to avoid delays. Don't forget to take your driving licence with you!

Places to See

Marbella - Features a very popular promenade with smart restaurants and bars overlooking the town beach. Orange Square in the old part of the town is well worth a visit.

Mijas Pueblo - Although this traditional village has been re-developed with tourists in mind, it nonetheless, remains one of the prettiest in Spain and, with its Donkey Taxis, is very popular with children. It also boasts a mineral water spring at the entrance to the village.

Puerto Banus - Experience how "the other half" live; this town has seen rapid growth over the last twnty years and is renowned for its luxury yachts, restaurants and bars. The night life is dazzling and is a "must see" location.

Benalmadena - Another Spanish town that has seen spectacular growth in recent years. Especially worth seeing is the Marina Plaza with its winding marine walkways with shops and restaurants galore. It boasts a 2km long promenade overlooking some wonderful safe beaches. Also worth a visit is the Tivoli World water theme park.

Ronda - is a spectacular village with its world famous river gorge and one of the oldest and most beautiful bullrings in Spain.

Nerja - Here can be found the spectacular "Balcón de Europe", a promenade running along the edge of a towering cliff. Nearby are the world famous Nerja Caves of prehistoric origin with quaint little villages all around like Frigiliana with its white houses glinting in the sunlight.

Things to Do

Torremolinos - Aqua Park - great for kids and grown-ups alike.

Fuengirola - Parque Aquatico Mijas - slightly smaller than Aqua Park but still a good day out. Go-Karting - try out you skills on 2 circuits, all age groups catered for.

Benalmadena - Tivoli World - water theme park for all ages, open evenings to midnight. Telecabina - cable car ride with spectacular views of the coast.

Estepona - Dolphin Safari - travel out to sea in specially adapted boats to see and touch dolphins in the wild. Selwo Adventure Safari - safari park that brings the African wilderness to Spain, see elephants, lions and buffalo in a natural environment.