Grab your self a bargin

Grab your self a bargin

Thousands of new homes unsold in Spain Article Date : 07 July 2011   Figures published by the Spanish government have revealed that at the end of 2010 there were almost 700,000 unsold new homes in the country, AFP reported on Expatica.com.According to the news provider, the public work, housing and transport ministry announced that this represented a drop of 0.08 per cent over the previous 12 months.In fact, new home sales in Spain increased by 5.9 per cent during 2010, the first rise following three years of declining transactions.The Spanish government estimates that the country will not be able to clear the majority of its unsold housing stock until 2014, the agency revealed.Meanwhile, A Place in the Sun reported figures from Catalunya Caixa Bank last week, which stated that 85 per cent of the homes contributing to the oversupply are located in holiday destinations.As a result of the glut, real estate in Spain can be purchased for 70 per cent less than its peak market value in some cases.
Grab yourself a bargin Spanish Dream Property has access to these Hot Properties from the banks

http://www.spanishdreamproperty.com/

info@spanishdreamproperty.com

Do not forget the Spahish Dream Property 60 Second Property show on

http://www.youtube.com/embed/aT-51nd1HFw

Check out our facebook page http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Spanish-Dream-Property/204019259614697 and have look our welcome page and your page for up to date property

Tel 08432896384 low cost call

POW 2 Bed, 2 Bath Villa / Detached in Murla, Costa Blanca North

POW 2 Bed, 2 Bath Villa / Detached in Murla, Costa Blanca North

2 Bed, 2 Bath Villa / Detached in Murla, Costa Blanca North Ref: NCB241 Type: Villa / Detached Area: Costa Blanca North Town: Murla  Beds: 2 Baths: 2 Pool: Yes Price: €219,500
Description: A very well presented detached villa with a mountain backdrop and views to the mountains and valley. The plot is easily maintainable and has a driveway, feature well, mature plants and trees and to the rear a spacious garden where there would ample room to build a pool. The property has an open, arched naya leading into a lounge/diner with barrelled , beamed ceiling and Tosca stone fireplace, and an adjoining American style kitchen. There are also two double bedrooms, one with an en suite bathroom and a guest shower room. The property benefits from having mains gas and drainage, Sat T.V., telephone, hot and cold air-con, gas radiator central heating and Upvc double glazing.
 Also have a look at our 60 second property show  http://youtu.be/ySsAPsqae9c
http://www.spanishdreamproperty.com/

08432896384 low cost call

Franco's Palace Open to All

Franco's Palace Open to All

The summer palace of former Spanish general and dictator Francisco Franco opened its doors to the public last week, thanks to a government legal victory last year. The large and impressive mansion in the northwest of the country which was formerly owned by the novelist Emilia Pardo Bazan, was bought by the general in 1938. When he died in 1975 it was inherited by members of his immediate family, but the government applied to have the residence opened to the public in 2008. The Spanish courts successfully overturned private ownership of the national monument late last year, and it officially opened to tourists on Friday
http://www.spanishdreamproperty.com/
info@spanishdreamproperty.com
Tel 08432896384 low cost call

Good Buy

Property of the week 3 Bed, 1 Bath Townhouse in Los Altos, Costa Blanca South €95,000

3 Bed, 1 Bath Townhouse in Los Altos, Costa Blanca South Ref: HE6007 Type: Townhouse Area: Costa Blanca South Town: Los Altos Beds: 3 Baths: 1 Pool: Yes  Price: €95,000 Description: This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom townhouse is located in a great location with wonderful sunset views over the mountains.The ground floor contains a lounge / diner, with working fireplace, a separate kitchen, double bedroom, shower room, and tiled back garden. Upstairs you will find 2 double bedrooms, one with its own sun terrace, and a nice bathroom. The front garden is tiled, and has a terrace for outside wining and dining. The house also has the use of the communal pool close by. Supermarkets, shops and restaurants are only minutes away, and just a short drive to the beach.Great offer !
http://www.spanishdreamproperty.com/
info@spanishdreamproperty.com
Tel 08432896384 low cost call

Festivals & Fiestas of the Costa Blanca 2

Festivals & Fiestas of the Costa Blanca 2

Fallas - Fire Festival
This major pyrotechnic festival takes place for five days every March and honours Saint Joseph, patron saint of carpenters.
A vast array of paper maché figures known as ninots are made. These are satirical representations of local figures (actors, bull fighters). The figures are ceremoniously stuffed with fireworks and set alight on the day known as La Crema, the festival's culmination, although one ninot is saved by popular vote and placed in the Museum of the Ninot.
There are also boisterous, daily firework contests.
Valencia has the most spectacular Fallas celebrations but there are also festivities in Benidorm, Bunol, Calpe, Denia, Gandia, Oliva, Pego, and Sueca.
For more information see website Fallas
Feria de Mayo - May Fiesta
This event in May was started by an Andalucian exile living in Torrevieja as a street party outside the bar he owned. It has now grown in popularity, staged on the Torrevieja fairground and celebrates all things Andalucian including flamenco music, traditional costumes and Andalucian horses which perform equestrian displays.
There are many stalls serving sherry, tapas and the ever-present churros y chocolate. Many well known Spanish artists come to perform traditional music.
For more information see website Feria de MayoFiestas Patronales - Patron Saints' Days
Each town and village on the Costa Blanca has a feast day to celebrate its patron saint, who is thought to protect the town. These festivities generally last one week and processions and dancing replace work - most shops and businesses close down during this period. Often giant paellas are cooked in the streets and a beauty contest often runs parallel to the event.
Dates vary from place to place but local Tourist Offices can provide.
http://www.spanishdreamproperty.com/
info@spanishdreamproperty.com
Tel 08432896384 low cost call

Property of the week Finca in Los Montesinos, Costa Blanca South (SDP753) A Must Look At Property

Property of the week Finca in Los Montesinos, Costa Blanca South (SDP753) A Must Look At Property

Finca in Los Montesinos, Costa Blanca South (SDP753) : Finca Area: Costa Blanca South Town: Los Montesinos Beds: 5 Baths: 4 Pool: No Price: €395,000 Description: FABULOUS 5 BEDROOM COUNTRY FINCA.....FANTASTIC PRICE MUST BE VIEWED 360 degree panoramic views of glorious open countryside & the saltlakes. *Originally 650,000 euros* Alhambra style finca, set in picturesque orange groves offering spacious living accommodation having 5 bedrooms, 3 of which are en-suite and 4 bathrooms. The property also has its own working fresh water well. Must be viewed to appreciate. • 4000m2 plot / 300m2 build • Beautiful Interior Alhambra style courtyard • Large roof solarium • Outstanding views from the Living room & Bedrooms • Beautifully appointed & furnished
http://www.spanishdreamproperty.com/
info@spanishdreamproperty.com
Tel 08432896384  low cost call

Festivals & Fiestas of the Costa Blanca 1

Spanish Dream Property

Overseas Property Agents / Property Buyers / Rental Property

19 Jun 2011

Festivals & Fiestas of the Costa Blanca 1

Festivals & Fiestas of the Costa Blanca Spain is the home of the fiesta. Find out about the origins, and what to expect from each of the main the annual calendar of the Costa Blanca towns and villages.
Spain is known for its festivals (fiestas) many of which originated in religious events but have evolved to be a more general celebrations.  Every city, town and village has its own festival which includes feasting, colourful processions, fireworks and partying.
Here is an introduction to the most significant fiestas in the annual Costa Blanca calendar.

Semana Santa - Holy Week
Easter week is the most important Catholic tradition of the year in Spain. It begins on Domingo de Ramos (Palm Sunday) and ends on Lunes de Pascua (Easter Monday).
There are street processions with colourful confetti and a carnival atmosphere every night on the Costa Blanca where religious icons are paraded through the streets, in  re-enactments of the passion of Christ.
While celebrations take place all over the coast, noteworthy processions are:
In Crevillent on Tuesday before Good Friday The Holy Burial Procession in Orihuela on Easter Saturday  The Palm Sunday procession in Elche which dates back to 1371

Moros y Cristianos- Moors & Christians
This festival commemorates the Reconquista, or the re-establishment of Christian rule in Spain.
Locals dress as either Moors or Christians for the occasion and re-enact battles. Costumes are spectacular and there are firework displays.
Towns celebrate Moros y Cristianos on different dates:
The town of Alcoy and Baneres in Alicante celebrate at the end of April Altea celebrates in the last week of September.  For more information see website MorosyCristianos

The Hogueras de San Juan- San Juan Bonfires
An amalgamation of the ancient pagan celebration of the summer solstice, and the Christian feast of San Juan in June which sees Hogueras (paper maché figures) placed around town. Live music and dancing take place through the night.
The culmination of the festivities is El Dia de San Juan when a huge palm tree shaped firework is set off from Alicante castle and simultaneously the Hogueras are set alight. A beauty contest accompanies the celebrations. Five nights of fireworks, starting at midnight, follow the fiesta.
 San Vicente Ferrer
This fiesta is one of the most important for the town of Teulada and honours the patron saint, Vincente Ferrer who was born and lived in the town. Ferrer is said to have blessed the town to protect it from the plague.
Ten days of colourful parades, live music and dancing and religious re-enactments take place in the week around 15 April.
Celebrations are also held in San Vicente del Raspeig the weekend following Easter Sunday.
For more information see website Teulada-Moraira
low co
http://www.spanishdreamproperty.com/
info@spanishdreamproperty.com

Tel 08432896384 low cost call

Prroperty of the week This country villa is located in La Campaneta

Prroperty of the week This country villa is located in La Campaneta

Villa in Orihuela, Alicante (Inland)  Ref: vre 1366 Type: Villa Area: Alicante (Inland)Town: Orihuela Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Pool: yes Price: €208,000
Description:
This country villa is located in La Campaneta between Orihuela Costa and Redovan and has beautiful country views. Shops and bars are just a short five minutes drive and the beach is within a twenty five minute drive away. All on one level this property offers, fully fitted modern kitchen with separate utility area, lounge/dining room with terrace, three double bedrooms (one ensuite) and a family bathroom. The  outside is gravelled surrounding the perimeter for low maintenance, a double garage with ample off street parking and private pool. The property includes A/C, central heating system, grilles, fitted      wardrobes, TV/Telephone and internet connection points. Viewing is a must.
http://www.spanishdreamproperty.com/
Tel 08432896384 low cost call

A View from the Ground.

Has the Spanish property market hit the floor???  The Spanish government have been on the road lately promoting a PR exercise stating that the Spanish property market is on the rise! My opinions are not too dissimilar to that of the government´s but they are based on different facts. I base my opinions on what is actually happening on the ground.  I think a potential rise in the market is based on 3 factors, stemming from the old Supply and Demand argument. It is also based on the Resale market which is the most vibrant and realistically priced market. Builder ´Key Ready´ properties and Bank repossession properties are still above the market value as their prices include built-in bank and builder debt. They are not based on client debt which is much more elastic because it depends more on human behaviour and personal circumstance.  Have we hit the floor? Yes, I believe so.Why?We are still selling a high volume of properties monthly. Also, our enquiries are high, therefore the buyers are out there. Demand is high.Vendors have stopped dropping prices and would rather take their property off the market. Prices are now at the 1990's level.Interest rates are at an all time low and banks are starting to release more funds into the market. Normally a boom follows a period of low interest rates.
I predict a slow rise in Spanish property prices over the next 2 years. Of course other factors will influence the market, such as unemployment in Spain, bank debt, the strength and stability of the Euro and the strength of Sterling affecting the Spanish expat areas.

In summation, Spain has learnt a lot from the last recession
now having a more stable property market, a tighter fiscal legal system and a more stringent banking system. So, is in the right time to buy? In the more established locations, yes!

Kieran Byrne - Managing Director of an Estate Agent in Spain
(B.A in Economics, MA Business Administration)
http://www.spanishdreamproperty.com/
Info@spanishdreamproperty.com
Tel 08432896384  low cost call

Property of the week Apartment Area: Costa Blanca South Town: Algorfa Beds: 2 Baths: 1 Pool: yes Price: €59,500

Property of the week Apartment Area: Costa Blanca South Town: Algorfa Beds: 2 Baths: 1 Pool: yes Price: €59,500

 Ref: vre 1257Type: Apartment Area: Costa Blanca South Town: Algorfa Beds: 2 Baths: 1 Pool: yes Price: €59,500  Description:  This as new apartment is located on the lovely private gated complex of Cecilia close to the centre of the small Spanish village of Algorfa. Where there are numerous shops and other amenities within close walking distance, including medical facilities and schools. The nearest beaches are only 15 minutes away and the nearest golf course, La Finca is only 5 minutes away. The accommodation comprises of 2 double bedroom; a fully tiled  bathroom; a lounge with sliding patio doors to a private terrace, a separate dining room and an American style kitchen with most of the white goods. The property has the use of both a communal swimming pool & solarium, and is sold fully furnished. A property with good rental potential!

http://www.spanishdreamproperty.com/

Tel 08432896384  low cost call

COFFEE AND CAKE Yesterday we popped out to do some shopping in Norwich and decided to stop for a coffee.  Two drinks and two cakes left us with little change from a £7!  We were in an ordinary coffee shop in a small department store, nothing fancy.  We joked that in Spain we often wander down to the sea front and look at blue sea, blue sky and palm trees whilst enjoying a tea/coffee and ‘cake of the day’ for 1.50 euro each (£1.35).  What a difference!  Another regular ‘luxury’ when in Spain is going out for breakfast.  There are several places where we can enjoy a full English with a drink for 4 euros each (£3.60).  Compare that to a well known roadside café that charges £8 each for a similar breakfast with a drink.  Eating out remains remarkably inexpensive in Spain.  Menu del dia meals can be found for well under 10 euros (under £9) per person for three good courses and a glass of wine if you look around.  Lunchtimes are often less.  In the UK 3 courses in even the cheaper café/restaurants will be twice that price, often three or even four times as much in better establishments. So, even with the pound fairing badly against the euro, the cost of those little luxuries that make your holiday that much more enjoyable are still affordable. But what if you live in Spain and need to buy everyday essentials?  Recently a leading magazine ran comparisons between countries and Spain came out considerably cheaper overall when compared to the UK. PROPERTIES OF THE MONTH This 2 bedroom apartment has a small front garden, terraced for easy maintenance.  On a community with a pool and gardens it is conveniently situated close to the market street in Playa Flamenca.  A great holiday home option.  On the market at 79,950 euros, but you can make an offer - it's a buyers market. Property number two is up the road in Los Balcones Plenty of space inside and outside this detached 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom villa.  On a plot of 890 square meters with a private pool and a garden laid out with mature shrubs and trees it is an ideal re-location villa.  Just over a mile to the beach.  The villa is fitted with double glazing, heating, an alarm, air conditioning, and has both telephone and broadband connections. Call us now! 0843 289 6384 (low rate call) Or visit www.spanishdreamproperty.com

Spanish Dream Property

Overseas Property Agents

22 May 2011

• United Kingdom

Property of the week Just Reduced

2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Quad, Playa Flamenca, Costa Blanca south Ref: DIR01Type: Quad Area: Costa Blanca south Town: Playa Flamenca Beds: 2 Baths: 2Pool: YesPrice: €127,000 Description: Exceptionally spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom house close to all amenities in Playa Flamenca. Additional 'winter lounge/guest room' on solarium.Glased porch leads from the terrace into large L shaped lounge and dining room with good size separate kitchen. Downstair shower room. Stairs to first floor with two larger than average double bedrooms and family bathroom. Stairs to solarium with consevatory lounge (could be used as a guest room).20 minutes walk to beach. Shops, bars and restaurants within walking distance. Off road parking. Two communal pools.
http://www.spanishdreamproperty.com/
Tel 08432896384  low cost call

Spanish Dream Property

Overseas Property Agents / Property Buyers / Rental Property

20 May 2011

• United Kingdom

Older Brits increasingly looking to purchase second homes abroad

Older Brits increasingly looking to purchase second homes abroadArticle Date : 08 May 2011      A growing number of older British homeowners have a property abroad, new figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have revealed.One in seven couples nearing retirement age has decided that the best way to secure their future is through a second home, Overseas Property Professional reports.The ONS reports that a significant proportion of the quarter of a million or so individuals have their second home located abroad.It could encourage potential buyers to consider purchasing property in Spain.There are a number of opportunities to pick up a bargain at present, with a number of bank repossessed homes now finding their way back onto the market.This is the first time that the ONS has worked out how many households between the age of 50 and 64 have more than one property.
http://www.spanishdreamproperty.com/

tel 08432896384 low cost call

Property of the week 2 Bed, 1 Bath Apartment in Calpe, Costa Blanca North Ref: NCB278

2 Bed, 1 Bath Apartment in Calpe, Costa Blanca North Ref: NCB278 Type: Apartment  Area: Costa Blanca North Town: Calpe Beds: 2 Baths: 1 Pool:  Price: €105,900 Description: This 2 Bedroom Apartment with easy access to the Beaches and Facilities of Calpe has 2 Bedrooms and 1 Bathroom. The property benefits from ADSL, Telephone and has SatelliteTV installed for your comfort and enjoyment. The Apartment is ideal for those people who wish to have direct access to all that Calpe offers.
http://www.spanishdreamproperty.com/
tel 08432896384 low cost call

Power from the sun

Power from the Sun

The future of sustainable power and environmental stability has taken a huge leap forward, with the announcement of 55 million euro investment in solar power for Lucainena de las Torres.
The project, which is currently under administrative processing, will include the installation of 170,000 new solar panels on more than 40 hectares of land, which will make the solar field one of the largest in Europe.
Spain is already one of the world leaders in renewable energy, and in particular solar power, with the government committed to increasing the use of cleaner energy to replace carbon power as soon as practical.
In terms of power generated, Spain ranks as number 2 in Europe for total energy generated by photovoltaic energy. Four of the ten biggest plants in the world are located within Spain, including the world´s largest plant at Puertollano Ciudad Real. 
In addition, Spain is one of the world’s biggest manufacturers of solar power equipment, exporting around 80% of all products with particular interest from Germany.
If approved, this project, which will be part funded by a German assets company in conjunction with the domestic provider, will become a benchmark and showcase for other developing countries to increase their use of renewable power and therefore potentially increase the demand and manufacture of products for global export.
Despite government subsidy for solar power being cut, the manufacturers still believe that the whole process in both worthwhile and will be profitable, largely due to the increased reliability and efficiency of the equipment and agreements made with the Chinese manufacturer of polycrystalline silicon which is used in the process.
The site will then generate some 47.5 megawatts of electricity, which is an increase of 26 megawatts on the power already produced.
The site generates the electricity through the three photovoltaic fields, as well as an additional three wind farms, which is fed into a substation at Carboneras. Once operational, the expanded site will reduce the carbon emissions into the environment by some 15,000 tonnes each year.
Project manager, Soledad Martínez, said that the work could start later this year with the creation of up to 150 construction jobs.
http://www.spanishdreamproperty.com/
08432896384 (Low Cost Call)

Property of the week

Ref: DIR01 Type: Quad Area: Costa Blanca south Town: Playa Flamenca

Beds: 2 Baths: 2 Pool: Yes Price: €155,000

Description: Exceptionally spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom house close to all amenities in Playa Flamenca. Additional 'winter lounge/guest room' on solarium. Glased porch leads from the terrace into large L shaped lounge and dining room with good size separate kitchen. Downstair shower room. Stairs to first floor with two larger than average double bedrooms and family bathroom. Stairs to solarium with consevatory lounge (could be used as a guest room). 20 minutes walk to beach. Shops, bars and restaurants within walking distance. Off road parking. Two communal pools. http://www.spanishdreamproperty.com/ 08432896384    low cost call

Property of the week 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Quad, Playa Flamenca, Costa Blanca southRef: DIR01

 

 

Property of the week

2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Quad, Playa Flamenca, Costa Blanca southRef: DIR01Type: QuadArea: Costa Blanca southTown: Playa Flamenca Beds: 2Baths: 2Pool: YesPrice: €155,000 Description: Exceptionally spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom house close to all amenities in Playa Flamenca. Additional 'winter lounge/guest room' on solarium.Glased porch leads from the terrace into large L shaped lounge and dining room with good size separate kitchen. Downstair shower room. Stairs to first floor with two larger than average double bedrooms and family bathroom. Stairs to solarium with consevatory lounge (could be used as a guest room).20 minutes walk to beach. Shops, bars and restaurants within walking distance. Off road parking. Two communal pools. Type: Quad Area: Costa Blanca south Town: Playa Flamenca Beds: 2 Baths: 2 Pool: Yes Price: €155,000 Description: Exceptionally spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom house close to all amenities in Playa Flamenca. Additional 'winter lounge/guest room' on solarium.Glased porch leads from the terrace into large L shaped lounge and dining room with good size separate kitchen. Downstair shower room. Stairs to first floor with two larger than average double bedrooms and family bathroom. Stairs to solarium with consevatory lounge (could be used as a guest room).20 minutes walk to beach. Shops, bars and restaurants within walking distance. Off road parking. Two communal pools.

http://www.spanishdreamproperty.com/
Tel 08432896384 (low cost call)

Playareas and Beaches in TorreviejaBeaches in Torrevieja

Something for the young ones

With some of the best beaches in the Med a day out at the beach can be great way to entertain the little ones and top up your tan at the same time!!  A few to choose from in the area are Guardamar, La Zenia and La Mata.  Guardamar beach is a beautiful beach BUT the sea can be very dangerous with its undercurrents and rip tides.  The beach is patrolled by life guards and has a a red flag policy that MUST be adhered to.  La Zenia is a much calmer sea but does get very busy.  La Mata has a decked promenade which is great for a nice evening walk!  All the beaches are very clean and offer a great family day out.

Comments"I have visited all three of the above beaches and can’t fault any of them.  All have beach bars so keeping hydrated isn’t a problem (although I tend to take my own refreshments!)  We have enjoyed many a family day at all of them all well worth a visit."

http://www.spanishdreamproperty.com/
Tel 08432896384 (low cost call)

Bargain hunters

Research from property company Rightmove Overseas and foreign exchange company Moneycorp showed interest by Britons in buying property abroad increased 53% in February compared with the previous month, according to latest figures.On a country basis, the most searches were for property in Spain, followed by France, the USA and Australia.  Robin Wilson, of Rightmove, said: "Bargain hunters are out in force, primarily focused on Spain and Ireland.
http://www.spanishdreamproperty.com/
Tel 08432896384 (Low Cost Call)

Property of the week 2 Bed, 1 Bath Bungalow in La Zenia, Costa Blanca South Ref: HE6252

2 Bed, 1 Bath Bungalow in La Zenia, Costa Blanca South Ref: HE6252 Type: Bungalow Area: Costa Blanca South Town: La Zenia Beds:2 Baths:1 Pool: Yes Price: €79,995 Description: This 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom bungalow could not be better located, close to shops, bars and restaurants in the heart of La Zenia with the beach being a five minute walk away. This property has a front garden which leads to terrace and then into the lounge/dining area, separate kitchen with door to rear utility area, two bedrooms, both with built in wardrobes and family bathroom. External stairs lead you to the large solarium. The property is being sold unfurnished.
http://www.spanishdreamproperty.com/
Tel 08432896384 (low cost Call)