Villa Details
If you want the peace and tranquility of the countryside, but still be only a five minute drive into Fortuna town, then this outstanding three bedroom villa is ideal for you.
Built in 2007, it is located in the quiet Las Kalendas estate and has two double bedrooms (Both en-suite) and one twin bedrooms. Each bedroom is bright and airy with large fitted wardrobes and built in air conditioning units.In addition, there is a third bathroom (also with Bath) downstairs.
The living area of this superb villa is open plan - the kitchen has a breakfast bar and opens into the dining room and through to the living room.The Diningroom opens out through double glass doors into the Viranda next to the pool.
The kitchen is fully equipped with cooker, oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, sink,toaster, washing machine, iron and ironing board.
The living room has a wood burning stove ,with television, and dvd.
The dining room area has a large table and opens onto a patio area .There is also a breakfast counter with four stools to enable guests to enjoy no-fuss breakfasts and snacks.
Outside the villa, there is two different tiled and roofed patio areas. The garden also has sun loungers,a barbeque,and outdoor table and seating.All this surrounds a large swimming pool which has been completed with a dolphin emblazoned in the tiles! The swimming pool is approx. 11 metres by five metres with walk in steps at the shallow end.There is also an outdoor shower for use with the pool.
The villa is enclosed with fencing and walls, with gates leading to a carport .It is also equipped with an alarm system monitored by a security team and a house safe.
Local Amenities
Fortuna is nestled around hot springs, some 30km north of Murcias historic capital and about 60km from the Mediterranean.
Arriving by air in Fortuna from the UK is straightforward with Alicantes El Altet Airport 60km to the northeast and Murcias San Javier Airport 83km to the southeast. Both airports are a short 2.5 hour flight from the UK and there are numerous daily charter and scheduled services.
It is a straight-forward drive to the Villa from Alicante airport,just 45 minutes,mostly on the motorway.
Within threeminutes walking distance from Las Kalendas villa there is the local bar/cafe and restaurant-"La Carcerella".This opens at 8am until 11pm (often later) everyday-except Sunday nights.There is live music and often dancing here every Saturday night.This establishment runs a nightclub "Rumors" in the Summer.
There is also another pub near this with a Mini-market/grocery shop,which is open seven days a week up here.
There is another mini-market down by Spa hotels and campsites,about 20 minutes walk from Villa Kalendas.There are many pubs and restaurants within walking distance around three Spa Hotels and two Campsites.Great value and good Spanish food and wine served.
Within a five minutes drive, in the town of Fortuna there are large supermarkets, and numerous other outlets.There are rumoured to be over 100 bars in Fortuna.
There are many value restaurants and Cafes here as well.The value and prices compared to the Costas has to be seen to be believed.
Within a 5km radius, there are a number of local restaurants and cafes all around the hills providing a tranquil setting with inexpensive food and wine.
Outside the estate of Las Kalendas there is a regular bus route to Murcia and local villages.There is also a local taxi service.
Transfers can be arranged to and from the Airports.All timetables in information folder at the Villa.
Winter Sun at a deal price at Fortuna, a historic Spa town
Step back from the coast, let Fortunas hot springs soothe your soul, and sink into a traditional Spanish life in the mountains of Murcia.
Las Kalendas,where Villa Kalendas is based is across from Fortunas historic Spas and Thermal hot swimming pools.
Open all year,where even in January you can while away the hours outdoors soaking in a thermal pool.The sun really does shine nearlyeveryday,and you can lounge by the pool even in December.
While the temperature in the private pool does dro p in the Winter-within four mins drive you have a choice of two outdoor heated swimming pools (37 Celsius)-La Fuente and the Thermal Natural Mineral waters at Leana,Spa Hotel.
These swimming pools have loungers and sunbeds to lap up the Wintersun, in between your dips in the pool.Prices are very reasonable for full day lounging.Great value and entertainment for kids while you can read your book undisturbed.There are also pool bars and cafes-again great value compared to Coastal prices.
Fortuna offers a slice of heaven with a serious slice of history and outdoor enjoyment. Its a traditional town in the mountains of northwest Murcia, well away from the tourist hustle and bustle of the coast.
Its streets and squares are atmospheric places to while away the day with a coffee and book, while its heralded spa is a glorious time machine - youll wonder where the time disappeared and you will also feel a whole lot younger when you leave!
On the fringes of town are a group of important and intriguing archaeological sites, some that date back to the Bronze Age. Just a short walk from home and you will be able to delve into the diggings, explore sacred caves and observe the ancient Roman inscriptions - talk about an open-air museum!
For those who really want to stretch their legs, two large nearby parks offer wildlife, walking and hiking in scenic surroundings. The Sierra de la Pila Regional Park has 50km of hiking trails alone.
Holidaying in Fortuna gives you a true slice of rural Spanish life and yet, you are still only an hour or so drive from the coast. Though, we have a feeling if you are the Fortuna type, you would sooner point your compass west and spend your time wine tasting in Jumilla and Yecla.