Bungalow for sale in El Edén, Guardamar del Segura, Alicante

This semi-detached ground-floor corner house has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. A guesthouse has been installed on the roof terrace, and above this guesthouse is another roof terrace, offering panoramic views of the entire valley with partial sea views.

Guardamar del Segura is one of those rare gems on the Costa Blanca where time sometimes seems to stand still. While many surrounding towns are dominated by high-rise buildings, Guardamar has retained its authentic Spanish charm, embraced by a unique landscape of dunes and pine trees.

Between green and gold
What immediately strikes you as you drive into Guardamar is the enormous green lung that separates the town from the sea. The 800-hectare pine forest, the Pinada, was planted over a hundred years ago to prevent the drifting dunes from swallowing the village. Today, it is a wonderful walking and cycling paradise where the scent of resin and salt merge. If you walk east through the dunes, you'll find eleven kilometers of golden sandy beach. From the lively Playa de la Roqueta to the unspoiled tranquility of Playa del Moncayo, there's always a spot where the only sound you hear is the lapping of the surf.

A dive into history
The ruins of the old castle (El Castillo) watch over the town. It's a challenging hike to the top, but the panoramic view of the Segura River estuary and the salt lakes in the distance makes every step worthwhile. For culture lovers, the archaeological sites in the dunes, such as the Islamic Rábita Califal, are an absolute must. They remind you that this area has been a strategic crossroads for various civilizations for thousands of years.

The taste of Guardamar
As the sun slowly sets, local gastronomy comes alive. In Guardamar, everything revolves around two local stars: the langostino (a deliciously large shrimp) and the ñora (a dried pepper). These ingredients are the soul of the local cuisine.

Along the boulevard, you can enjoy an ice-cold glass of local wine with fresh tapas on the terraces, while in the narrow streets of the town center you'll find the more traditional arrocerías. Here you can order an arroz a banda (rice cooked in fish stock) that is still prepared in the traditional way. For a more modern experience, head to the marina, where trendy bars and restaurants offer stunning views of the bobbing boats and the falling sunset.

Relaxation with a local twist
Looking for a break from the sun? Then head to Reina Sofía Park. With its waterfalls, peacocks, and turtles, it's the perfect spot for a relaxing siesta in the shade. And if you're there on a Wednesday, don't miss the weekly market; it's where locals haggle loudly for the best tomatoes and olives, and where you can experience true Spanish hospitality firsthand.

Murcia and Alicante airports can be reached in 1 hour for Murcia-Corvera and 30 minutes for Alicante respectively. Guardamar del Segura is located to the south of the Costa Blanca of Alicante, at the confluence of the Segura River with the Mediterranean Sea,

This cozy tourist town has everything you need for a comfortable stay thanks to its splendid climate and its 8 wide sandy beaches, 4 of which are recognized with a Blue Flag for their high quality and impeccable services. The sun shines here 320 days a year, and the average sea temperature in August is +27 degrees Celsius, in the cold season - around +20 degrees Celsius.

The city is quiet, very green, surrounded by many citrus orchards and coniferous forests, parks and sand dunes. The abundance of pine and eucalyptus parks, the lack of industrial production and the proximity of the salt flats of La Mata and Torrevieja turn the air of Guardamar into a healing elixir.

The history of the city lies in the ruins of the Castle of Guardamar. In the 13th century it served as a fortress that protected its inhabitants from Muslim attacks and was almost completely destroyed by an earthquake in the 19th century. Antique lovers will also love the ruins of the ancient Phoenician port of La Fonteta and the excavations of the Iberian village and necropolis of Cabezo Lucero, where, in 1987, a stone bust of an Iberian lady was found, with clothing similar to the Lady of Elche, dating back to 450-350 BC. The Lady of Guardamar is considered one of the symbols of the city and is exhibited in the Archaeological Museum of Alicante.

Also interesting is the House-Museum of the Engineer Francisco Mira, who saved the city from the advance of the dunes with the planting of thousands of pines, eucalyptus, cypresses and palm trees. These plantations, in an area of 800 hectares, give shape to the Alfonso XIII Park. In the center of the city is another park, the Reina Sofia Park. There are peacocks here. You can feed the squirrels. Ducks and turtles live in the ponds. There is a children's playground and attractions.

At the mouth of the Segura river there is a marina, where active recreation lovers can practice sailing, surfing, diving and sport fishing.

In summer, tourists from different countries come here. 40% of the population is foreign. The infrastructure of the city satisfies all the needs of the residents. The construction sector is actively developing, the demand for housing in this area is high. Purchase and rental prices are rising, making Guardamar a promising investment destination.