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About Javea

The resort of Javea (also known as Xabia) is a Costa Blanca town lying at the eastern most point of the Spanish coast, approximately 1 hour’s drive from both Valencia and Alicante airports. The resort is overlooked by the impressive mountain Montgo Massif. Standing at over 750 metres ...

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Buying a property in Spain

Buying a property abroad can be a daunting process so it’s worth familiarising yourself with the legal process and costs associated before you take commit to buying. It’s highly advisable to find a reputable local property lawyer who can assist you in all aspects of the ...

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Purchaser's checklist

Once you have found a suitable property to buy and your offer has been accepted, the buying process begins. Whilst your lawyer will cover most aspects of the purchase (and we strongly recommend you use a qualified, experienced Spanish lawyer) it’s really important to know exactly what ...

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Financing your purchase

It’s a good idea to establish how you are going to finance your purchase of a property in the Javea region before embarking upon your search. As well as helping you to define a budget for your purchase, this will also allow you to act quickly should you find the perfect property at the ...

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Costs of ownership

Before you consider buying a property in Spain, it’s worth looking at the annual costs associated with ownership. It’s doubtful these costs will be substantially different to those associated with your property in your country of residence, but, as well as the standard utility bills ...

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Montgo

Rising 753 metres above sea level, the Montgo Mountain (or Montgo Massif) dominates the skyline of Javea.  Affectionately referred to by locals as ‘El Elefante’ due to its striking resemblance to the head and trunk of an elephant, Montgo is the last mountain on the eastern ...

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The history of Javea

Javea has a rich and fascinating history. You can’t fail to notice evidence of it - whether it’s the architecture, the caves on Montgo or the cobbled streets in the Old Town - it’s not long before a curious mind wants to know more. Spain as we know it is a relatively ...

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The history of Denia

The coastal city of Denia has long been a location coveted by outsiders.  In early history its port and strategic position were its main appeal but in modern history its long sandy beaches, climate and attractive architecture has been a draw to tourists from all over the world. There ...

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Javea beach guide

Javea is renowned for its wonderful beaches. There are plenty to choose from as Javea is a fairly large area, spread out between the Cap de San Antonio in the north and the Cab de La Nao in the south. There are probably about 15 beaches in total but some of these are very small and some are ...

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