About this property
Orihuela's hinterland—the rolling terrain between the coast and the inland plains—holds a particular quality of light. This villa sits within a grove of mature trees, oriented to catch it, with enough land around it to feel properly removed from the surrounding developments. Three bedrooms, three bathrooms, 172 m² of living space on a single level, set across a 730 m² plot that's been thoughtfully planted rather than merely built upon. The architecture reads as contemporary Mediterranean; the kind of thing that works because it respects the vernacular without copying it. Floor-to-ceiling glass sliders face south and west, drawing light through the open-plan kitchen, living, and dining areas. The bedrooms are generously proportioned with direct access to terraces. Bathrooms have underfloor heating, natural stone and oversized showers. Internally, the finish is restrained—large-format porcelain tiling, pre-installation for ducted air-conditioning and home automation, thermal-efficient envelope with low U-values. The kitchen is equipped with integrated appliances and stone countertops. A double garage is built into the footprint. The plot itself is the real asset. Seven hundred and thirty square metres is enough for a private pool with a lounging terrace, established olive trees, and an outdoor kitchen that works year-round. The grove provides privacy without feeling claustrophobic; you're embedded in the landscape rather than exposed to it. Orihuela itself is a working town with genuine depth—a Gothic cathedral, Renaissance palaces, a Saturday market that's been running for centuries. The coast at Playa Flamenca is fifteen minutes south; the salt lagoons and bird reserves of Torrevieja another ten. Alicante Airport is around forty minutes inland. Golf courses sit at Camposol and Villamartin, both within twenty minutes' drive. This villa appeals to someone seeking a proper second home—a place to inhabit rather than drop into; a property with land enough to be genuinely private, architectural intent, and a location that sits comfortably between the coast and the quieter inland rhythm. At this price point and specification, it's positioned for buyers prioritising substance over profile.
Why this location?
3 Bedroom Villa For Sale In Orihuela sits in Orihuela, Alicante, one of the most sought-after areas on Spain's Costa Blanca for international buyers from the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany and the Nordics. Brand-new construction means modern insulation, low running costs and zero maintenance for the first decade — the opposite of a tired resale.
What's included in the purchase
- Full English-speaking buying support from first viewing to handover
- NIE number and Spanish bank account coordination
- Independent legal review of the developer's contract
- Mortgage broker introductions (up to 70% LTV for non-residents)
- Snagging inspection before key collection
- Optional furniture pack and utilities setup
Buying costs — what to budget
On top of the listed price of € 1,195,000 you should budget approximately 13% in taxes and fees: 10% Spanish VAT (IVA), 1.5% Stamp Duty (AJD), ~1% legal and ~0.5% notary and land registry. We will send you an itemised quote before any reservation.