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Pretty garden with BBQ | Communal Pool | Quiet village location | close to beach

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Living Room with comfortable furniture. TV & DVD.
Pretty enclosed front terrace garden with sun loungers, tiled furniture & BBQ.
Master Bedroom with king-size bed and air conditioning.
Downstairs Bedroom with fan
Large communal pool - 4 mins walk from the house. Next to the beach café

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 590 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Los Urrutias, Murcia
    Playa de Los Urrutias
    7 min walk
    Mar Menor
    9 min walk
    Los Nietos Beach
    8 min drive
    Murcia (MJV-San Javier)
    24 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Pretty garden with BBQ | Communal Pool | Quiet village location | close to beach

**Only just re-available**. An attractive modern 3 bed home located at the edge of a quiet seaside village. Located just 3 mins walk from the sea front, the swimming pool and a selection of bars and restaurants. Ideal for couples, small groups or families.

The house is very nicely decorated and has an attractive private patio garden with seating, sun-loungers and a BBQ. The garden is enclosed and therefore safe for children. It also has balcony with table and chairs and views across the Mar Menor and the surrounding countryside.

The large communal pool is a 4 minute walk from the house; the pool has an electronic key for access. There is a café next to the pool where you can get a snack and relax.
We live just 10 mins from the property therefore you can be assured that if you have any problems we are just around the corner.

Location

Estrella de Mar is a pretty village with wide streets and a number of parks. The village beach club has a large swimming pool, tennis courts, table tennis, mini golf, children’s play area and a multi-sport zone; these are free for your use with just a small charge for tennis.

The local beach is sandy but the water is very shallow and not ideal for swimming. Some of the best Mediterranean beaches in Spain are located a 10 minute drive from the house in the Calblanque Natural Park and also in the area of Cabo de Palos.

The neighbouring village of Los Urrutias is a 3 minute walk; it has a supermarket, hardware shop, newsagent, several cafes and restaurants, a marina and a market on Thursday mornings.

Suitability for Elderly or Disabled:

The property is suitable for those with limited mobility as there is a bedroom and shower room on the ground floor. The downstairs shower is fitted with a seat and a grab handle. Please note doorways are narrow so it is not suitable for wheelchairs.

Estrella de Mar and the surrounding area is flat so the walk to the beach, the promenade and the restaurants are all on the level.

Bars & Restaurants:

There are a number of good, reasonably priced, restaurants and cafes in the village within a 5 minute walk. There are also a number of other Bars & Restaurants located in Los Urrutias (most within10 mins walk). Further shops and restaurants are available in Los Alcázares (15 minutes buy car)

Property manager

Julian and Lesley Singleton

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The house and area are very suitable for children.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking outside only please.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number VV.MU.368

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cartagena

Located in El Algar, a neighbourhood in Cartagena, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. La Manga Club and Mar Menor Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cartagena Bull Ring or Estadio Municipal de Cartagena. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
Map
Los Urrutias, Murcia

What's nearby

  • Mar Menor - 9 min walk
  • Los Nietos Beach - 8 min drive
  • La Manga Club - 15 min drive
  • Mar Menor Golf - 15 min drive
  • La Serena Gol - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Cartagena Station - 22 min drive
  • Corvera (RMU-Region de Murcia Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Don Lorenzo - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪La Encarnación - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ruf-Mari - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪La Tropical - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Scabetti - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pretty garden with BBQ | Communal Pool | Quiet village location | close to beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Pretty garden with BBQ | Communal Pool | Quiet village location | close to beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pretty garden with BBQ | Communal Pool | Quiet village location | close to beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pretty garden with BBQ | Communal Pool | Quiet village location | close to beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pretty garden with BBQ | Communal Pool | Quiet village location | close to beach located?

Located in El Algar, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Playa de Los Urrutias, Mar Menor and Playa Perla de Levante. Playa de Punta Brava and Los Nietos Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

7.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Home
Booking was very easy due to the owners prompt and thorough responses. Check in went smoothly. We found the home and all furnishings to be in excellent order. I would recommend this property to families and individuals. The kitchen was well stocked with crockery, utensils, pans etc. on street parking was very easy with no struggles to find space directly outside. The only downsides (which are out of control of the home owners) is that the pool is a couple of minutes away across a main road, no loungers at the pool just communal benches and that this section of Mar Menor is not suitable for swimming.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeff g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
holiday
very nice location plenty of room and space
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

JENNIFER C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super sejour
Super séjour, propriétaire sympa et disponible, maison propre.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
C'était très bien
Tout était calme avec le badge on avait accès à la piscine on a trouvé tous ce qu'il faut pour la maison 🏡 le séjour était agréable.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paulo L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très belle maison de vacances
Magnifique maison de vacances dans un lieu calme. On a été bien accueilli par la propriétaire. Maison très propre pouvant accueillir une grande famille. Possibilité de faire des grillades. Nous avons passé un agréable séjour.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Angélique M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Logement agréable
Nous avons passé un agréable séjour dans cette jolie petite maison. Très bien aménagée avec tout le confort nécessaire ( a part un lave vaisselle ). Jolie cours avec des azulejos. La propriétaire à été présente et à l'écoute de nos besoins. Dommage pour le chien du voisin qui jappe assez souvent, même la nuit. La mer mineure n'est plus très attractive à cause des algues et on ne peut guère s'y baigner. Il y a de très belles plages à quelques kilomètres ( Calblanque, cala del pino, Cabo de Palos, etc... ).
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Lex B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Lex Bunnik
Schoon, van alle gemakken voorzien maar in een dorp waar weinig te doen is en niemand Engels spreekt. Alleen bejaarden gezien; zwembad waardeloos en strand nog erger. Eigenaars zeer sympathiek… niet voor jonge mensen! Zonder auto zou het geen leuke vakantie zijn geweest.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

oscar p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
VACACIONES TRANQUILAS
El alojamiento es perfecto nada que decir, con practicamente todo lo necesario para el dia a dia. Perfecta ubicación y comunicación, cercania a la playa y piscina. El unico incoveniente es el estado de las playa que no permite un baño tradicional desde la arena por el estado de las mismas por barro y algas, pero han establecido unas plataformas que te introducen en el mar y ha quedado muy bien y salva el problema, pero insisto lo que es playa tradicional aqui no la hay, tendrás que moverte a otras playas cercanas pero que tampoco estan lejos.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Judith S., Plymouth

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Area
The property was excellent and very clean. The beach area however was very disappointing. As it was part of the Mar Menora at the lower end it could be smelly. Entering the water was quite difficult as your feet seemed to sink. Further down the beach it was a bit better and we did actually swim, however the water was very warm and on hot days does not feel refreshing. In my opinion it would be better to hire a taxi or driver and visit some of the better beaches in the area which are excellent. We did however have some really nice restaurants where we were and having the key to a really good pool was great. As I said the property was excellent and the owners were very helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Super Häuschen und einer netten, ruhigen Umgebung.
Sehr gepflegtes, sauberes, nettes Reihenhäuschen mit einer Ausstattung die alles beinhaltet was man braucht. Haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Eine sehr nette und äusserst aufmerksame Vermieterin die immer bekümmert war und sich auch um alles gekümmert hat. Toller Aufenthalt für Familien die einfach mal Ruhe suchen in einer Entspannten Lage mit nahen Anbindung an La Manga und das Mittelmeer. Der tolle Pool ist fussläufig in wenigen Minuten zu erreichen. Das Mar Menor selbst ist weniger zu empfehlen. Das hat und aber in keinster Weise gestört. Mietwagen sollte vorhanden sein.
Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rick A., Macclesfield, UK

Two weeks in May
Property exactly as advertised, clean, well equipped and the owners Julian and Lesley were very helpful. We have absolutely no complaints regarding the property, just in retrospect, we found the area, perhaps a little too quiet for our tastes. However, if you want a peaceful holiday with the use of a decent pool and some good eating places, this would be ideal.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

belen b.

Muy buena
La casa está estupenda. Muy limpia, bien cuidada, buenas camas. Instrucciones para cualquier cosa que pudieras necesitar, guia para otras actividades, juegos, etc. Si volvemos, no dudaremos en repetir en esta casa. Los dueños vinieron a saludarnos a la llegada, muy simpáticos y cariñosos.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heinz L.

Sehr schönes und sauberes Reihenhaus.
Wir haben 11 Tage im Oktober in dieser Unterkunft sehr genossen. Das Haus ist gut ausgestattet und bietet alles, was man für einen schönen Urlaub braucht. Die Vermieter sind sehr freundlich und haben viele Ausflugstipps gegeben. Wir waren rundum zufrieden.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dion P.

Lovely house in very good position
We loved the house which was in excellent condition, spotlessly clean and in a good spot for all amenities. A few minutes walk to the beach and also the pool which had a really good bar/ restaurant. There was also some good eateries just across the road and only a 10 minute walk to the centre of the village. We had a few problems with bites but that is not down to the house more the area and time of year. The one downside for me was the fact the Mar Menor is not great for swimming as it is more a salt lake as opposed to a sea so none tidal and very shallow but the pool made up for that. All in all a great place to stay and I'm sure we will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Rick C.

Delightful property
This is a lovely place to stay for a quiet holiday base, which mainly reflects the fact that it’s a sleepy village with the communal pool being the only place of interest for our family. The beach is very poor - mud and sand - and this isn’t mentioned anywhere. The property is lovely however, with air conditioning to keep you cool at the hottest times and a barbecue for the garden. All well kept and felt safe and secure. A nice outlook from the balcony and a good selection of sitting out places.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Mike D.

Tidy Property
Clean and tidy with a well equipped kitchen and the benefit of a washing machine. The upstairs bedrooms are a good size and have air conditioning. The bedroom downstairs is adequate and only has a ceiling fan. The courtyard at the front of the house is a good size and has a BBQ. The village pool which is available for use is a short walk away and very good. Local shopping and bars and restaurants are as described. The local beach was disappointing being man made and shallow and at the time we were there had lots of seaweed and jelly fish. The other disappointing factor was the number of flies around that meant eating outside both in mornings and early evening was uncomfortable. Lesley the owner was incredibly helpful with local information and made sure we were safely settled in.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rolf K.

Schönes Reihenhaus
Großzügiges Reihenhaus, sehr sauber, schöne Zimmer. Sehr nette Vermieter. Bei Anreise hat die Schlüsselübergabe und die Vorstellung des Hauses super geklappt.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lesley S.

Lovely house in quiet location
The house was very clean and comfortable and had everything needed for self catering, however as there are so many very good restaurants within easy walking distance we found ourselves enjoying eating out. We hired a car the roads in September are very quiet, the drive from Murcia airport took about 25 minutes and was easy, Lesley the owner sent instructions how to get there beforehand. Lesley and Julian met us at the house when we arrived to welcome us and show us around, they are very helpful and have loads of information about the local area. If you can please catch the train from Los Nietos to Cartagea, it's only €2.70 return and Cartagena has so much to see.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Niki

Great house with beach & pool close
Had a fantastic time in Los Urrutias. The property was perfect for our stay. Restaurants, beach and pool all within a few minutes walk. Nice quiet area without the hustle and bustle of a very touristy place. Only downside was there weren't many buses to catch to travel elsewhere but if you plan ahead Brad will be able to sort that!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elaine K.

Highly Recommended
Enjoyed this lovely house contained everything we needed.Home from Home Lesley & Julian made us very welcome.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cora S.

Sehr sauberes Ferienhaus
ich möchte als sehr positiv erwähnen, dass das Haus an meinem Urlaubsbeginn sehr sauber geputzt war. Kommunikation und Schlüsselübergabe funktionierten reibungslos. Kaution wurde nach Urlaubsende sofort rückerstattet. Ich würde bei meinem nächsten Urlaub das Haus auf jeden Fall wieder buchen.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julian M., Gloucester

A lovely house in an ideal location
We had a lovely holiday. The house was ideal; it was in a great location, very comfortable and well equipped. The information pack and emails were really helpful. If we are back in that part of the world we will definitely stay again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Ian J.

Sunny relaxing holiday
We have just returned form a 2 week stay at this home which is well equipped and everything worked efficiently. Our plan was to stay and sunbathe at the house but sadly this was not possible as the sun does not get to the sunbathing area at the front until afternoon, that plus the fact that the road was being dug up outside and the fields locally were being spread with chicken manure, which really made for a terrible smell, meant that we had to re think our plans. There was also a covering of reddish dust each day which required cleaning in order to use the outside tables and seating. However these things are just part of life in a rural area and we adapted by getting up and out each day exploring the area. We left the car at Los Nietos station and went for the day to Cartagena, roamed the length and breadth of Mar Menor, the local beach was cordoned off. My other plan was to have a swim in the village pool each day however the hours that it was open were limited ( I had hoped for an early morning session) also there are no sun beds round the pool and the few chairs that are there were occupied with peoples clothing so my husband had to sit in the café which is right next to it. The pool is clean and well maintained however despite the fact that there are clean changing/shower rooms next door the swimmers seemed to feel it was totally acceptable to strip naked when they got out of the pool and change in full view of everyone, No doubt just a cultural difference but a bit shocking to a prudish brit. We enjoyed a peaceful walk each day along all of the local promenades, they were usually almost empty but sadly there was lots of dog faeces, until this is policed effectively as it seems to be along the front at Los Alcazares, it does spoil otherwise pretty areas. The local shops are friendly and for a bigger shop Lidl and Consum at Los Alcazares cannot be beaten on price and selection. The only downside to these big supermarkets is that they look like they have been built on a land fill site as there is so much rubbish strewn around especially at the back. There are large areas in this part of Spain where there is a great deal of rubbish especially plastic, perhaps this would be less noticeable if there was more vegetation earlier in the year. We were amazed to see the farmers had ploughed all the plastic into their fields, perhaps its biodegradable but it looked very odd. In short lovely sunny break, nice clean house in safe area, great for cycling
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dorothée V.

Superbe location
Une location conforme aux photos et descriptif, spacieuse et bien entretenue. Dès propriétaires très sympathiques avec qui je vous conseille de tester des sports nautiques avec aquaadicta. De bons pédagogues pour adultes et enfants!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Chris C., Dubai

Lovely compact townhouse
We booked the house because friends own a place on one of the nearby golf resorts and we wanted a place so that we could see them. My parents also stayed with us for 10 days of our stay so It was nice to have the extra bedroom downstairs and the two bathrooms. The outside terrace and upstairs balcony were fully utilised for al fresco breakfasts and a couple of barbecue nights. The house has some decent restaurants nearby and a small local supermarket which is ok for your daily needs. Be aware that if you arrive on a Sunday and need supplies you will have to travel to one of the larger supermarkets in Los Urruitas or San Javier as the smaller places will be closed. We preferred the beaches on the Med Coast rather than the Mar Menor ones, either South towards La Manga or North of San Javier. All are easily accessible within 20 minutes or so. Reasonable value for money,especially considering we were in school holiday times. The owners were quick to answer any questions by email and easy to deal with.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2016

About the host

Hosted by Julian and Lesley Singleton

Host profile image
Having bought this house as a holiday home in 2004 Julian and I fell in love with the area and moved out to Spain in 2005. We lived in this house for the first 6 months but needed to find a larger property as we planned to open a watersports business and needed lots of storage for boats and equipment. We have now been living here for 19 years and we still love it!

Why they chose this property

We specifically chose this property as we wanted somewhere quiet, close to the beach but also close to local amenities like shops and restaurants. The house is 3 minute walk to the beach but not right down on the promenade where you would get a lot more hustle and bustle. It is located in a quiet street at the edge of the village overlooking countryside and the Mar Menor. It is also just 35 mins to Murcia airport so you don't have to waste lots of time travelling.

What makes this property unique

The village of Estrella de Mar is very pretty and has several communal parks and gardens. There is a beach club with a lovely swimming pool, play area for the kids and multi-sport area for bigger kids. You can head down to the beach club if you want to socialise and head back to the house for a bit of peace and quiet! There are 5 restaurants / bars in the village and many more in the neighbouring village of Los Urrutias. If you want shops you will find a few small stores in Los Alcázares but more serious shoppers need to head to Cartagena or Murcia. A local train runs from the neighbouring village of Los Nietos to Cartagena. The area is ideal for those who like to explore, the Calblanque Natural Park is just 15 minutes away and has some of the best beaches in Spain, it is also great for walking and cycling in the cooler months. The pretty fishing port of Cabo de Palos is 15 minutes drive which has lovely beaches, great fish restaurants and also some great walks around the lighthouse and rocky headland. We love living here and have no plans to hope you will love it too!

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English, Spanish
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