Mijas-Pueblo and Mijas-Costa are two of the most popular areas for ex-pats to buy property in Spain, as there is so much to see and do in this sunny part of the Costa del Sol.
Combining natural beauty with modern amenities and a stunning choice of attractions and facilities, this picturesque part of the Costa del Sol also boasts an average of 320 days a year of sunshine.
Mijas-Pueblo is located 23km from Malaga International Airport and just a 15 minute drive from the beaches of Fuengirola and La Cala de Mijas. A white- washed village located four hundred and fifty metres above sea level, Mijas is popular with holidaymakers and residents who prefer a more tranquil location, away from the busier coastal resorts.
Things to do in Mijas-Pueblo include a visit to the Mayan Monkey Mijas, an independently owned chocolate factory and shop where you can learn to make your own chocolaty treats, the Picos de Mijas which is a hiking trail with spectacular views, the old Mijas Bullring and of course, the donkey taxis.
Water park fun can be enjoyed at the Parque Aquatico Mijas, just on the outskirts of Fuengirola which is open from April to October.
The La Cala Resort and Santana Golf & Country Club in Mijas-Costa make for great days out relaxing, enjoying spa treatments and playing golf in stunning surroundings.
Mijas-Pueblo is within easy reach of the beach resorts of Fuengirola Benalmadena, Torremolinos and Marbella, where you will find a vast range of activities and attractions including: Fuengirola Bioparc, Marbella Old Town, Selwo Sealife at Benalmadena and the Crocodile Park at Torremolinos.
Mijas-Pueblo has more than a hundred restaurants and bars to choose from, and seven golf courses within a 30 minute drive, including La Cala Golf and Spa Resort which is the largest golf resort in the whole of Spain.
If you are thinking of moving to Mijas-Pueblo or Mijas-Costa it is worth weighing up the advantages to both locations, depending on your needs and requirements.
Mijas-Pueblo is essentially a ‘white village’ with cobbled streets, stunning views to the coast and a laid back atmosphere. A choice of restaurants, pavement cafes and bars can be found throughout the village, which still retains much of its original charm.
Then there is Mijas-Costa, a 12 kilometre coastal stretch which includes the popular former fishing village La Cala de Mijas and many urbanizations of which the largest is Calahonda. These are catchment areas almost forming large suburbs of their own.
Mijas-Costa has some very attractive beaches, a thriving bar and restaurant scene. La Cala de Mijas for example is very conveniently situated between Marbella and Fuengirola with easy and quick access to Malaga International Airport.
Properties for sale in Mijas-Pueblo and Mijas-Costa
Properties for sale in Mijas-Pueblo and Mijas-Costa include new developments and resales of townhouses, apartments, fincas, villas and penthouses. Property in Mijas-Pueblo and Mijas-Costa is highly sought after and offers excellent rental potential.
