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stealy36

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Hi there. Looking for some advice on what I think would b the best place to buy my holiday home.  Mazzaron or la manga.  Any advice would b appreciated.  Thank you Richard.  

Oliver Koenig

Posted: Mon Feb 3, 2025 7:16pm

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Posted: Mon Feb 3, 2025 7:16pm

Hi Richard,

I've been living in Murcia for 35 years and have explored the Costa Cálida extensively, from San Pedro del Pinatar to Águilas. While your focus is on Mazarrón or La Manga, I’d love to throw in a little hidden gem for consideration—Pinar de Campoverde. It’s technically in Alicante province but right next to San Pedro del Pinatar. A beautiful residential area set in a pine forest, away from the tourist crowds but still close to the beaches of Pilar de la Horadada and El Mojón. Plus, the Río Seco offers great hiking trails, and the flat terrain makes it ideal for cycling.

Now, if it really comes down to Mazarrón vs. La Manga, my personal pick would be Mazarrón. It still has some stunning, relatively untouched beaches like Parazuelos and Puntas de Calnegre (technically part of Lorca, but close enough!). If you’re looking for more of a party scene, though, La Manga would probably be the better choice.

Either way, both have their charm, and it depends on what you're looking for in a holiday home. Hope this helps, and happy house hunting!

Cheers,Oliver

stealy36

Posted: Mon Feb 3, 2025 9:06pm

stealy36

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Posted: Mon Feb 3, 2025 9:06pm

Oliver Koenig wrote on Mon Feb 3, 2025 7:16pm:

Hi Richard,

I've been living in Murcia for 35 years and have explored the Costa Cálida extensively, from San Pedro del Pinatar to Águilas. While your focus is on Mazarrón or La Manga, I’d love to throw in a little hidden gem for consideration—Pinar de Campoverde. It’s technically in Alicante provinc...

...e but right next to San Pedro del Pinatar. A beautiful residential area set in a pine forest, away from the tourist crowds but still close to the beaches of Pilar de la Horadada and El Mojón. Plus, the Río Seco offers great hiking trails, and the flat terrain makes it ideal for cycling.

Now, if it really comes down to Mazarrón vs. La Manga, my personal pick would be Mazarrón. It still has some stunning, relatively untouched beaches like Parazuelos and Puntas de Calnegre (technically part of Lorca, but close enough!). If you’re looking for more of a party scene, though, La Manga would probably be the better choice.

Either way, both have their charm, and it depends on what you're looking for in a holiday home. Hope this helps, and happy house hunting!

Cheers,Oliver

Thank u very much. Much appreciated...

Peter62

Posted: Wed Feb 5, 2025 10:00am

Posts: 7

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Location: El Carmoli

Joined: 1 Jul 2019

Posted: Wed Feb 5, 2025 10:00am

Beware selling uk property, once u become tax resident un spain 

JackieSo

Posted: Wed Feb 5, 2025 11:57am

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Posted: Wed Feb 5, 2025 11:57am

HI Richard

Like Oliver said, it depends what you like.  On the hunt for a holiday home I spent a short stay in La Manga in October a few years ago.  The weather was great but the place was deserted and resembled a ghost town.  As I would be spending low seasons in my potential holiday home, the lack of life didn't appeal to me. I understand it buzzes in the Summer with a lot of nightlife.

I have now recently bought a holiday home close to Mazarron and am still a newbie in the area.  Have just come back from spending a short stay in January.  The weather was fab and the Port was busy with families and visitors.  I also visited end of August and it was packed but more of a bar/restaurant vibe to it rather than clubs.   It is quieter in general and may not appeal to younger people. 

Maybe visit both areas during the period of time you expect to holiday there and see what appeals. 

Good luck with your search

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stealy36

Posted: Thu Feb 6, 2025 5:07pm

stealy36

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Posted: Thu Feb 6, 2025 5:07pm

JackieSo wrote on Wed Feb 5, 2025 11:57am:

HI Richard

Like Oliver said, it depends what you like.  On the hunt for a holiday home I spent a short stay in La Manga in October a few years ago.  The weather was great but the place was deserted and resembled a ghost town.  As I would be spending low seasons in my potential holiday home, t...

...he lack of life didn't appeal to me. I understand it buzzes in the Summer with a lot of nightlife.

I have now recently bought a holiday home close to Mazarron and am still a newbie in the area.  Have just come back from spending a short stay in January.  The weather was fab and the Port was busy with families and visitors.  I also visited end of August and it was packed but more of a bar/restaurant vibe to it rather than clubs.   It is quieter in general and may not appeal to younger people. 

Maybe visit both areas during the period of time you expect to holiday there and see what appeals. 

Good luck with your search

Thanks Ur advice is much appreciated.   

stealy36

Posted: Thu Feb 6, 2025 5:09pm

stealy36

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Posted: Thu Feb 6, 2025 5:09pm

Peter62 wrote on Wed Feb 5, 2025 10:00am:

Beware selling uk property, once u become tax resident un spain 

Thanks for the advice.  Just really looking for a holiday home. Really like the look of mazzaron. 

Jfalcs

Posted: Thu Feb 6, 2025 8:10pm

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Posted: Thu Feb 6, 2025 8:10pm

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Tomjon

Posted: Fri Feb 7, 2025 11:27am

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Posted: Fri Feb 7, 2025 11:27am

stealy36 wrote on Thu Feb 6, 2025 5:09pm:

Thanks for the advice.  Just really looking for a holiday home. Really like the look of mazzaron. 

Hello . 2 things about Mazarron assume you mean Puerto Mazarron, winter is deserted. Summer months absolutely rammed with difficulty getting in restaurants etc. beach’s are lovely and Bolnuevo is worth walking too. Plenty of Supermarkets around. I’m stating the obvious here but it is a Spanish town not really a resort.. not much of a public bus service and taxis are hit and miss. All based on personal experience.

stealy36

Posted: Fri Feb 7, 2025 9:23pm

stealy36

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Posted: Fri Feb 7, 2025 9:23pm

Tomjon wrote on Fri Feb 7, 2025 11:27am:

Hello . 2 things about Mazarron assume you mean Puerto Mazarron, winter is deserted. Summer months absolutely rammed with difficulty getting in restaurants etc. beach’s are lovely and Bolnuevo is worth walking too. Plenty of Supermarkets around. I’m stating the obvious here but it is a Spanis...

...h town not really a resort.. not much of a public bus service and taxis are hit and miss. All based on personal experience.

Thanks for the reply. I suppose what am really asking what would b the best investment.a apartment in mazzaron or la manga. I get there is some differences. Am going over to mazzaron on June to look at some apartments.  Thanks again for the advice. 

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