Denia is a wonderful place with plenty to do, see and explore and with a year full of sunny days outdoor living in the Costa Blanca there is plenty of time to enjoy life here. Denia is lively and historic town and is a great place to explore, the surrounding area including the Montgo mountain, and the clear Mediterranean Sea offer endless possibilities for adventure.
Those who buy a villa in Denia enjoy stocking up for the weekend at the Friday fruit and vegetable market where the freshest, seasonal, local ingredients are available and reasonable prices. If you are looking for some interesting items for your new home in Denia then you might be able to pick up some ornaments in the second hand and antique market also held on Fridays. The regular “hippie” market is held every evening in the summertime and sells crafts and accessories, ideal for gift ideas for family and friends, a leisurely pre-dinner stroll here will help work up an appetite for a delicious evening meal.
Overlooking Denia is the towns historic castle which offers spectacular views of the bay and coastline. The old town streets are full of beautiful buildings with 18th century churches and enjoying a coffee in one of the ancient squares watching the world go by is a pleasure people who live in Denia have enjoyed for many years.
Spain still enjoys, when possible, the traditional siesta time so why not embrace this way of life and relax somewhere shady with a good book either enjoying your own pool terrace, balcony or local beach? When you buy a villa in Denia there are so many options for a lazy afternoon following a busy morning exploring the town.
This is such a beautiful location to enjoy a pre-dinner stroll along the seafront and perhaps a “sundowner” at one of the many bars or cafes. The sunsets are stunning so sit back and enjoy, if you enjoy the sea there are plenty of sunset catamaran and sailing trips from Denia, you may even spot dolphins enjoying the evening as well while cruising along the coast.
In Spain dinner is eaten later than in the UK and other northern parts of Europe but, after a relaxing afternoon and leisurely evening it is nice to wait until after sundown to find somewhere for you evening meal. In the summer this can be after 9pm and you will often see Spanish families who arrive at restaurants even later than this. There are so many restaurants and tapas bars to choose from when you live in Denia, one evening you can enjoy fresh seafood overlooking the Marina and another share some tasty tapas in the old town. It can also be nice to just return home and prepare some of the ingredients you bought at the market for a light al fresco supper.
With miles of beautiful beaches Denia is a perfect seaside town. A refreshing dip in the sea is a pleasant way to cool off but, if you feel more adventurous you may want to try one of the many water sports available in the area. For families the long sandy beaches are perfect for sandcastle building and paddling or exploring rock pools in one of the smaller coves might be exciting as well.
In addition to the wonderful sea that provides those who live in Denia with so many options for enjoyment, it is also blessed by a backdrop of magnificent mountainous countryside. Montgo Natural Park is the perfect place the hike and explore the diverse landscape of this protected area. There are forests, amazing views from the highest points and coves that are only accessible on foot.
There are numerous stylish bars and restaurants in Denia, particularly in the Marina, many of these have performances from live musicians and DJs during the summer months. There are also several venues which offer live music throughout the year including Jazz, Rock Flamenco and more. In addition, you will have regular Fiestas to enjoy during the year because the Spanish culture loves a celebration.
Hamiltons of London is delighted that you have decided to buy a villa in Denia and are confident that you will enjoy living on the Costa Blanca. You will have no regrets about taking this amazing step and starting your new life in Spain – Enjoy!!!