The villa is located close to the village where there are plenty of places to eat and drink and also banking facilities and a pharmacy, where they speak a variety of languages. The beach is just a 10 minute drive and although we recommend that you hire a car to make the most of your stay, licensed taxis are readily available. There are daily markets almost every day in the surrounding areas if you want to grab a bargain, with the local Pilar market held on a Friday morning. If fitness is your thing there are 3 gyms in Pilar which have classes every day. There are 2 shopping centres close by 1 in San Pedro and 1 in Toreevieja, both have a cinema and bowling alleys, along with Mcdonalds and Burger King! There is a water park in Torrevieja which is open from late June until the early part of September which is worth a visit. the theme park Terra Mitica is in Benidorm about an hour and 20 mins drive, a must for the thrill seekers among you!
Golf Information: Lo Romero is the newly completed 18 hole golf course and driving range less than 5 minutes from the villa, the rates are very favourable, 18 holes 45 euros and 9 holes 30 euros. There are numerous golf courses within a 20 minute drive, Las Ramblas, Campoamor, La Finca and La Manga all have clubhouses and the rates vary we can arrange transport to and from your day out golfing, please contact us for more details.
Beaches: If your idea of a holiday is lying on a sun drenched beach with a glass of sangria then look no further! We are surrounded by beautiful blue flag beaches, the local beach at Pilar is golden sand with sunbeds and parasols for hire, although we do supply parasols and some beach chairs for use. A lifeguard is on patrol throughout the summer months for peace of mind and the tapas at the beach bar is worth a try! The beaches of the Mar Menor start at Lo Pagan, the sea here is 5 degrees warmer than the Med and has virtually no waves or current making it a very safe place to swim, the mud baths are good fun as well as being very good for your skin and joints. If you want to try snorkeling or scuba diving there are numerous places along the coast where you can arrange a course to receive your PADI or just enjoy a day out if you are already an experienced diver.
