Velas Blancas
About the home
A well placed first floor 2 bedroom apartment overlooking the golf course and close to beach, shops, restaurants and local marina. A well-equipped apartment with a private terrace. This apartment is ideal for families and couples alike and comprises a lounge which has patio doors leading to the balcony overlooking the swimming pool. The apartment has 1 double bedroom and 1 twin bedroom plus bathroom and the well equipped kitchen has oven and hob, extractor, fridge, plus microwave and washing machine. All crockery and cutlery and utensils are provided here.
Velas Blancas overlooks a 27 hole golf course, offering some great golf, as well as an established social scene. The resort has an excellent supermarket and a variety of small shops which are a 15 minute walk from the apartment. The local bus service stops at the entrance to the apartment complex. Close to the apartment you will find a beach, sailing, and water skiing.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 6, 2 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | 500m |
| Will consider: | Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Wheelchair access Lift access to property Nearest amenities: 500m |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | DVD player, Sea view |
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| General: | TV, CD player |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 1 family bathroom |
| Furniture: | Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Shared outdoor pool (unheated), Shared garden |
| Access: | Wheelchair friendly, Lift access to property, Secure parking |
Further details indoors:
The apartment has a range of cooking facilities, pots and pans to cater for your dining requirements, we also have a range of inflatables for the pool , plus various toys and games which are handy to keep the kids happy, in addition to books and a selections of DVDs to watch. We also provide all towels/linen.
(N.B. We would ask that you bring your own beach towels although you are of course free to make use of all other sports/tennis racquets and beach equipment you find in the property).
There is no telephone line available in the apartment. However, mobile phone coverage is very good. If you require internet access, this is available at the Melia hotel.
A baby travel cot is in the apartment for your use
A full size "camp bed" is also available to use
Further details outdoors:
Terrace furniture - table and 4 chairs
The outdoor pool is only open during the peak season (June through to September)
Further details
Keys will be sent to you from the UK 2 weeks before departure.
Directions and emergency telephone number(s) will be e-mailed at the time of sending the keys.
Conditions
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Rental starts from £100 per week in the low season rising to £200 per week in the high season and prices shown are valid for 2009 only.
To confirm booking, a £50 deposit/week is required with the remaining balance being paid 6 weeks before arrival.
In addition, a £50 deposit is required with the final balance, prior to receiving the keys (and a fob for the security gates), to cover potential damages, this will be returned when the keys are handed back and after the apartment has been inspected for damages, it will be sent to your home address.
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The Costa de Almeria region


Costa de Almeria is a place with glorious coastal views and many delightful beaches and is famous for being the sunniest and warmest in Spain, where the sun shines for 320 days a year.
It is often regarded as the driest region in Europe, with an annual average temperature of 19ºC and just 100mm of rain per year.
There are many places to visit and lots to do, including the nature reserve, scenic walks, shopping malls and go-karting. Mini Hollywood at Tabernas, is a cowboy themed park with a zoo, where many westerns have been filmed and is worth a visit.
Granada is approximately 2 hours drive away where you can visit the Alhambra Palace (very early start to the day is recommended to gain entry) or visit the ski resorts of the Sierra Nevada. Excellent skiing here.
The Almerimar / Velas Blancas area
Almerimar is a quiet area which is home to one of Spain’s largest marinas. The marina is surrounded by local bars and restaurants that can be reached by strolling along the Marine Promenade which stretches from the marina for approximately 3km along the beach.
The beach is also very clean with crystal clear seas and also many bars and eateries along the promenade. Almerimar has a 27 hole championship golf course designed by Gary Player. Fishing trips are available from the marina.
The resort has an excellent supermarket and a variety of small shops which are a 15-minute walk from the apartment. Just a 5 minute drive away you will find a substantial commercial centre, including hypermarket, numerous shops, go-karting, cinemas, amusement arcade, restaurants, McDonalds. There is also a Tourist Information Office at this commercial centre. In the local town of El Ejido, there is a weekly outdoor market every Wednesday morning.
Roquetas de Mar is approximately 20 minutes drive away and is home to the Salt Marshes where you will be able to enjoy long walks taking in the wildlife and birds of the area. Roquetas is also home to Mario Water Park (open high season only) the new Aquarium and the new Roller Skating Rink and dance studio. There is a large shopping complex here (Gran Plaza) with all types of shops, bars and restaurants available and huge hypermarket.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Almeria: 30 km |
| Railway: | El Ejido: 2 km |
| Ferry: | Almeria: 25 km |
Fly to Almeria Airport from London Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, Manchester, Birmingham and Leeds Bradford. Budget airlines such as Easyjet, Ryanair, Monarch, Jet2 offer flights from these UK airports.
Should you require car hire, carjet.com is a recommended supplier. Motorway links from the airport are very good, and it's a 20 minute drive from the airport to the resort of Almerimar.
Activities near Almerimar
Tennis in town
Watersports
Waterpark
Golf less than 15 mins walk
Fishing
Walking holidays
Beach or lakeside relaxation
A winter sun break
Cycling holidays
Guestbook for Velas Blancas
"Equipment and facilities inside apartment absolutely first class, DVDs a great idea. Thought of everything a client may need" - Lee Wear
"Used the welcome book and found the tourist guides useful, enjoyed the DVDs and games, thanks" - Mrs Carline
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 6 | ||||||
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| Low Season | 1 Nov 11 | 1 Jan 12 | £ 100 | 20 | 20 | Flexible |
| Low Season | 1 Jan 12 | 1 Apr 12 | £ 100 | 20 | 20 | Flexible |
| Mid Season | 1 Apr 12 | 1 Jul 12 | £ 140 | 20 | 20 | Flexible |
| High Season | 1 Jul 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 200 | 30 | 30 | Flexible |
| Mid Season | 1 Sep 12 | 1 Nov 12 | £ 140 | 25 | 25 | Flexible |
| Low Season | 1 Nov 12 | 1 Jan 13 | £ 100 | 25 | 25 | Flexible |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 3 years listed You are contacting Darren Briddock
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