Casa Oliveira - Villajoyosa/Orxeta

Orcheta (or: Orxeta) located in the province of Alicante is a relatively unknown gem on the Costa Blanca, between the mountains with direct connections to the rugged interior. The mountains provide a favorable climate and protect the village like broad loving arms. The valley around the village turns cheerful orange every year because of the fruit trees full of oranges and ripe nisperos: a fresh, sour, oval-shaped fruit. It is not only the fruits that give color to the village, the picturesque traditional houses are often painted in warm Mediterranean colours: blue, green, yellow and red. The Orxetans are proud of their village, and brightened up the streets with pots of profusely flowering plants such as bright purple bougainvillea's, orange strelitzia's and soft blue men's fidelity. On the way to the bakery or village shop where the basic provisions are available, everyone is greeted with a 'bon dia' by the residents who are tidy by nature: not only in terms of friendliness but also in terms of cleanliness. Sidewalks are diligently swept and mopped, and don't be surprised to see the municipal road sweeper driving through the streets one morning and be pleasantly surprised by a wonderful scent added to the sweeping water! If you take an evening walk in the evening, you will also be surprised: white jasmine and the leaves/blossom of the orange trees fill the streets with a touch of summer. To enjoy! The residents often sit in front of their houses to talk about the day. While walking you will pass the authentic washing place where the ladies used to do their weekly laundry, and has now been restored to its former glory. Strolling you end up on the village square with the old church which, as soon as it gets dark, is beautifully and attractively lit. Here you should take a seat on the terrace at the town hall and quietly enjoy the busy gesticulating Spaniards who may be preparing their village festival that will be organized in September. The summers are hot: a place to cool off is welcome. Casa Oliveira does not have a private swimming pool, but a refreshing dip is not far away: the public municipal swimming pool is located on the edge of the village and is accessible in the summer months for a fee. Our casa is easily accessible by car: luggage and shopping can be unloaded in front of the door. Parking is possible on the edge of the village in a spacious free parking lot, just a 3-minute walk to the house. Orxeta is located approximately 35 minutes by car from Alicante airport and only 6 kilometers from the Orxeta exit on the AP-7 motorway. During these last kilometers you will drive through a beautiful rolling mountainous landscape and you will pass the Embalse del Amadorio reservoir, which immediately evokes the holiday feeling. Away from the hustle and bustle of tourism and yet everything is close by. Both along the coast of the Costa Blanca and a few kilometers inland you will find gems such as: Villajoyosa, Finestrat, Altea, Polop, Guadalest, Teulada, Moraira, Denia and Xaló (Jalón). There, normal life has slowly continued without being influenced too much by tourism. If you don't want to spend a day on the beach, but want to experience the authentic Spain, this region has plenty to offer. Ideal about Casa Oliveira is its central location near the Autopista del Mediterráneo (AP-7), which means that large(r) cities such as Valencia, Alicante and Murcia are also quickly and easily accessible. Ideal for a day trip for shopping, museum visits, etc. The Costa Blanca evokes visions of sun, sea, palm trees and golden beaches. Two of the best beaches on the Costa Blanca are the 4 km long Playa de Levante and Playa de Poniente in Benidorm. For example, they have a Blue Flag, making it safe for children to play. Thanks to the sheltered mountains around Benidorm, you will not be bothered by a possible cold wind. Active people can let loose to their heart's content; sailing, jet skiing and paragliding are only a small part of the (water) sports on offer. Would you like to choose from even more beaches or do you simply want to hop from beach to beach on the Costa Blanca? Between the popular Benidorm and the small-scale town of Altea you will find Albir, a relatively unknown holiday resort. Yet this coastal town is becoming more popular by the day and that is partly due to Playa del Albir. Families love to come here because of the shallow water! But be sure to also take a look at the beach of Villajoyosa, located directly on the boulevard of this beautiful town with its unique colorful facades and underground parking garage. You are there within a maximum of 15 minutes from Casa Oliveira. There are plenty of places to visit around Orxeta: a region where 20 hidden gems await you. Check out the best places to visit in the region: https://www.komoot.nl/guide/1643773/de-mooiste-attracties-rond