La Encina Active Life Resort, Murcia, Spain

May 23, 2008

La Encina Active Life Resort is ideal for those wishing to retire to an unspoilt area of Spain, but with all the amenities required to lead an full, active and healthy life. The resort is completely gated and secure, with 24 hour security. There will be shops and amenities on the resort, along with a hotel and spa, a MAPFRE medical clinic, a sports and leisure centre, crown green bowling, heated and cold swimming pools, gym, tennis courts, restaurant and bar. A truly tranquil setting - with 85% of the development being devoted to green areas.

The whole development has been designed to give a feeling of space, with only 15% of the area being built. Of the 220,000 m2 of development, 180,000 m2 is devoted to green areas. There are only 408 properties in total.

The MAFRE Medical Centre will offer a daily medical service , with nurses in attendance all day. There is a transfer service from the resort to the nearby hospital for emergencies. All homes have emergency call buttons which are connected to a central operator.

The resort also plans additional services such as a laundry service and 24 hour care assistance within the home.

The development is located just 25 minutes from the historic city of Murcia, which is rich in traditional Spanish culture and architecture. The city has all possible amenities, including major department stores.

There are three international airports within an hours drive. San Javier - 45mins, Corvera airport - 30mins, Alicante - 50mins.

Excellent beaches are 45 minutes away.

Golf is close by and skiing in the Sierra Nevada is less than 3 hours away in the winter. There are also two hot water spas close by - Baños de Mula - 5 mins, Baños de Archena - 10mins.

Completion is planned for late 2010. The developer is offering very attractive payment terms, with 40% of the cost of the home payable during the build process and the remaining 60% payable on completion. Mortgages are available.

This developer has full bank guarantees for the development, which will be issued when the first payment is made.

There is a range of property available - including villas, semi detached homes and apartments. The apartments come in both ground floor and top floor versions, with a garden or roof terrace respectively.

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