Large penthouse apartment one line back from beach with large balcony and solarium in a small gated complex. A two minute walk to the beach in the secluded bay of El Calon, a small village about 5 km from St. Juan de Terreros.

The beach rarely has more than a few people sunbathing or walking their dog. It is a mix of rock pools and sand stretches with scenic walks along the cliffs and secluded alcoves for private sunbathing.

The penthouse apartment includes a large terrace and spacious solarium with sun loungers, teak dining set, swing sofa and barbecue. Interior includes a tasteful master (king) and guest (twin) bedrooms and bathroom (shower/bath). Sleeps 5 with an additional fold-up bed. Large, airy lounge/diner with Internet and flat-screen TV. Kitchen includes oven/grill/hob, microwave, fridge-freezer & washing machine & coffee machine. Landscaped courtyard and gardens with private community pool. Free parking.

El Calon beach bar serves meals and Sunday barbecue. Shopping and restaurants are 10 minutes by car. Airports are one hour by car from either Murcia International or Almeria on new motorways. Alicante airport is 2 hours north of El Calon.
Pets welcome.
El Calon is a child and pet friendly bay on the unspoiled Almeria coast between St. Juan de Terreros and Villaricos. Hottest and driest climate in Spain guarantees year-round sun. Desert Springs and Val d’Este golf courses, fishing village of Garrucha, whitewashed Mojacar & lively night life nearby. Stunning Cabo de Gata National Park, Sorbas craft village, Tabernas (Spaghetti western film set), Granada and historic Cartegena and Murcia make great day trips.

Beach and golf: The area is perfect for those who want a relaxing beach, walking and/or golf holiday. Desert Springs in Palomares is Europe's only desert golf course and one of Andalucia's most prestigious, is approx 20 minutes from the apartment. There are several other major course in the area including Val d'Este near Vera and Aguilon Golf in St Juan de Terreros 10 minutes away.

Restaurants: Although El Calon in small and secluded, there is a lively beach bar with great food and close by there is a wide range of fish, Spanish and other themed bars and restaurants in both San Juan de Terreros (5 minutes), Villaricos harbour (10 minutes), Garrucha and Mojacar (15-20 minutes). Garrucha fishing village boasts great seafood, Mojacar Playa has dozens of tapas bars and beach side restaurants and Old Mojacar, a quaint white village in the hills, is loaded with authentic Spanish restaurants, bars and other tourist attractions.

Activities: Vera's famous Water Park is close by and fun for the whole family. There is also horse riding in the Almanzora Valley, hill walking , hiking, cycling (via special cycling track) and an extensive range of water sports - including an informal sailing club in Mojacar Playa. Those interested in culture will find the historical architecture, ruins and museums of Almeria and Cartegena. Closer to home is the castle of San Juan de Terreros. The Saturday markets in Vera, Villaricos and St. Juan are the place to buy bargain produce, fashion and local crafts. In the summer there is a wide range of outdoor concerts, art exhibitions, theatre and ferias.