When you take a holiday, and take a brief escape from every day responsibilities you want to do it right – stunning vistas of the crystal-clear ocean, a private pool surrounded by sun loungers and a villa that is so perfect Goldilocks would struggle to find anything ‘just to hard’ or ‘just too soft’.

Villa Pedramala, located in Benissa along the Costa Blanca is for better words – perfect. Cobblestoned paving surrounds the pool, while archway windows and doors create a stunning indoor-outdoor flow. The little nooks make for the perfect reading spots.

As you walk into the villa, everything feels bright and airy thanks to the natural light that comes streaming in. you stress and worries melt away as the group finds their first spot for a bit of relaxation – whether that is reading on the sofa, listening to music on the terrace or lazing in the private pool.

The living areas are open plan, so everyone can relax and talk – and children can be observed at all times. Big feasts can be prepared in the kitchen, which has everything you need such as a gas hob, electric oven, microwave, refrigerator, coffee machine, electric kettle and toaster. Meals can be enjoyed at the long dining table, as morning or afternoon sun streams in. As the afternoon rolls in, the sofas become the perfect place for an afternoon siesta. There is, also, the option of three bedrooms. One offers two single beds and an en-suite, the other a double bed and the last two single beds. The two bathrooms offer a bath in one and a shower in the other.

In reality, outdoors is where guests spend a majority of their time. There is plenty of privacy at this villa, and the location means guests get to enjoy the sweeping views of the stunning ocean and surrounding villas and hills. The view can be appreciated with morning coffee on one of the terraces, one of which is covered for afternoon siestas. Of course, the most popular spot in any sun-soaked villa is the private pool as guests swim, play and float from dawn to dusk.

All of this is located in a rural area, just two kilometres from La Fustera beach.

The Costa Blanca coast in Spain is one of the most desirable holiday destinations. There stunning, safe beaches with crystal clear waters and historical, unspoilt villages and towns all along the coast. The weather is also a drawcard, with 3,000 hours of sun a year and an afternoon average high of 20 degrees all year round – it is the perfect holiday spot no matter the season.

Benissa, a popular holiday spot along the Costa Blanca, is the oldest town along this part of the Mediterranean coast. A lot of the history in the town has been largely preserved and you can explore the winding, narrow lanes and marvel in medieval architecture and the church, castle and ruins nearby.

There are plenty of places in Benissa to dine, no matter the groups taste buds. Of course, fresh, locally caught seafood a must-try.

Benissa’s location along the Costa Blanca means heading to other towns along the coast is a breeze. The handy location of Benissa to the A-7 motorway means towns such as Denia, Javea, Moraira and Calpe are within 40 minutes.

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