Property for sale in the Costa Blanca - Living in Javea or Denia

Which of these two towns is right for you?

The Costa Blanca is located on Spain’s Mediterranean coast and has many beautiful beaches, interesting towns and villages, and a fascinating history. The coast is home to the towns of Javea and Denia which are separated by the imposing Montgo mountain. The Montgo is sometimes known as the elephant because of its shape with a trunk that descends into the sea. Javea and Denia both offer modern convenience, plenty of shops, bars, and restaurants in addition to a lively and friendly atmosphere. So how to you decide which town to look for your home, should it be for an apartment for sale in Denia or a bungalow for sale in Javea?

• Javea

Javea is a town of three faces, the Arenal is the main beach area and is the perfect spot for families to enjoy the beach and the shops, bars and restaurants running along the pleasant promenade. The Port area shows the towns origins as a fishing village and leads up to the medieval old town where history and tradition are a major attraction and finding a townhouse for sale in Javea’s old town might be a lovely way to immerse yourself into the Spanish lifestyle.
In the Arenal area water sports are an attraction and modern apartments for sale in Javea can often be found here. The port area is a great place to enjoy a relaxing evening with friends and a plate of tapas and overlooking this area many luxurious villas for sale can be found.

• Denia

Denia is a slightly larger and busier town with streets lined with shops etc. and locals love to get together in the central square. The marina is a hive of activity with fishing fleets and organised boat excursions. Ferrys and hovercraft can be taken from here for trips to visit the nearby Balearic Islands of Mallorca, Ibiza, and Menorca. The port also provides fresh seafood and fish for some of the most traditional dishes of the area including Paella, seafood tapas and grilled fish. There are many urbanisations as well as traditional apartment blocks and mountain villas and fincas to choose from when looking for a property for sale in Denia.

How to choose

This will mostly come down to personal taste and whether you prefer the more laidback and relaxing atmosphere that Javea offers or the more vibrant lifestyle in Denia is more appealing to you. Make a list of the most important things you would like to find when choosing a home for sale in Javea or Denia. Do you prefer a livelier or more relaxed lifestyle. Do you enjoy hiking, diving, or history? What is your budget for buying a home in Spain? How close do you need to be to the town centre and essential services? Try to visit both towns at different times of the day, night, and year to get a better feel for the towns you are considering. Do you prefer a small community of a more cosmopolitan environment? Whatever you decide you will never have far to go to visit either town for a change of pace.

Experience Spain

Once you choose Javea or Denia as your home you can then decide which properties for sale you wish to view and our friendly and experienced team at Hamilton’s of London will be happy to help you and show you around. In either case you will be able to experience the best of both worlds, a friendly and traditional Spanish community will welcome you and you will also be greeted by other ex-pats who will enthusiastically tell you about their experiences.

Conclusion

Whether you chose to buy a villa in Javea or Denia you will enjoy both a modern and convenient lifestyle together with the ever-present traditions of Spain. The stunning beaches, mountain walks with views towards Ibiza, rich history and wonderful food will remind you everyday why you chose to move here. There will always be new places nearby to explore and adventures to be had on the Mediterranean Sea, perhaps with an excursion to the neighbouring Island of Mallorca. Make your dreams come true and contact us at Hamiltons to start your search for property for sale in the Costa Blanca!!!