House in Calpe for sale

Beautiful, Mediterranean 5 Bedroom home in Colari, Calpe, Spain

Situated on the northern Costa Blanca in Spain’s Alicante province, Calpe enjoys a privileged location between the mountains and the sea. Dominated by the iconic Penon De Ifach, a dramatic limestone rock rising 332 metres above the Mediterranean, the town has become one of the most desirable destinations for both holidaymakers and permanent residents.

This detached home enjoys a prime corner position at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, offering exceptional privacy, peace and a wonderful neighbourhood setting. Set on a 1,000 m2 plot, the property extends to 170 m2 and is arranged over two floors. It offers five bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, and benefits from a southwest orientation.

The ground floor opens into a bright open-plan living, dining and kitchen area, with a ceiling height of 2.5 metres throughout.

The kitchen includes a central island with a breakfast bar, while the worktops are made from high-quality engineered stone, suitable for direct food preparation and resistant to hot trays straight from the oven. This floor also includes a guest bedroom with direct access to the terrace and swimming pool, together with an en-suite bathroom that features a built-in sauna.

The outdoor space is designed for both relaxation and entertaining, with patio doors from the living area and kitchen opening onto a spacious terrace.

Outside, the property is designed for both relaxation and entertaining, with an outdoor lounge and sunbathing area, a 75 m2 heated swimming pool and Jacuzzi, an outdoor shower, and landscaped gardens with fruit trees. There is also an additional outdoor sauna, a summer kitchen and barbecue area with dining space, a guest toilet, and captivating views of the Penon de Ifach.

Practical features include a large outdoor wooden cabin-style shed for additional storage, a septic tank, and a front driveway with parking space for up to three vehicles.

The first floor offers four spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms; one fitted with a shower and the other with a bath.

The property is equipped with modern features designed for comfort, efficiency and ease of living. These include solar panels supported by a 35-kW battery that can fully power the home, pre-installation for underfloor heating on both floors, hot and cold air conditioning, and LED lighting throughout. Additional features include a smart home system, an automatic vehicle gate, an automatic irrigation system, fitted wardrobes, full furnishings, as well as an alarm and intercom system.

The Property tax IBI is approximately €800 per year, no Community fee, Refuse – €180 per year.

For expatriates dreaming of a life by the Mediterranean Sea, few places offer the combination of natural beauty, convenience, international community and authentic Spanish character quite like Calpe.

Calpe’s story stretches back thousands of years. Archaeological evidence shows human settlement dating to the Bronze Age, Iberian, Roman and Moorish civilizations all left their mark on the area. Roman fish processing facilities and the famous archaeological site of Banos de La Reina still provide fascinating glimpses into the towns past.

For centuries, Calpe was a modest fishing and agricultural community known for almonds, grapes, fishing and salt production from its lagoons. The towns modern transformation began during the 1960s when tourism arrived on the Costa Blanca, bringing new infrastructure, international visitors and residential development. What was once a small coastal village gradually evolved into the vibrant international town seen today.

Calpe is best known for the magnificent Penon de Ifach, the dramatic limestone rock that rises above the town and has become one of the most recognisable landmarks in Spain’s Mediterranean coast. The town is equally renowned for its beautiful sandy beaches, such as Playa del Arenal Bol and Playa de la Fossa, picturesque fishing harbour, excellent seafood restaurants and the nearby Las Salinas de Calpe, where flamingos can often be seen against the backdrop of the sea and mountains. Combined with a charming Old Town, year-round sunshine and a relaxed outdoor lifestyle, these attractions have helped make Calpe one of the Costa Blanca’s most popular destinations for both visitors and permanent residents.

One of Calpe’s greatest advantages is its central location on the northern Costa Blanca. The attractive coastal towns of Altea, Moraira and Benissa are all within a short drive, while Benidorm, Alicante and Valencia are easily accessible for shopping, business and travel. With two international airports within comfortable driving distance, approximately 1 hour drive away. Calpe offers residents the perfect balance between a relaxed coastal setting and excellent connections to the rest of Spain and Europe.

Located within the sought after Cometa Carrio area of Calpe, Colari is a peaceful residential urbanisation known for its spacious villas, private gardens and relaxed atmosphere. Developed during Calpe’s expansion as an international residential destination, the area has become particularly popular with expatriates seeking a quieter lifestyle while remaining close to beaches, restaurants and everyday amenities. With its established neighbourhood feel, attractive surroundings and convenient location, Colari offers an appealing blend of privacy, comfort and easy access to everything that makes Calpe such a desirable place to live.