Is Villamartín good for golf?
Yes. Golf is the reason Villamartín exists, and the course sits right in the middle of the urbanisation.
Villamartín Golf is an 18-hole, par-72 layout. Orihuela Costa has newer and glossier courses, but few with this much history. It opened in 1972 and is one of the oldest courses on the Costa Blanca, having matured alongside the urbanisation that grew up around it and hosted European Tour events. The design is usually credited to the American architect Putman, although sources spell and record the name in different ways, so treat the attribution loosely.
The character comes from the land. The course is built on hilly ground, with the front nine at the highest point offering sea views, while the second nine sit more in valleys where ravines come into play on several holes. Vegetation is old and thick, which means a wayward drive is usually punished.
Practical points for residents: there are practice greens and a large driving range, and the clubhouse offers trolley and buggy hire plus a pro shop with equipment, clothing and accessories. The clubhouse restaurant has a raised terrace looking over the 18th green. Villamartín is part of the Grupo Quara portfolio, which also runs Las Ramblas Golf and La Finca Golf & Spa Resort nearby, which can make multi-course play simpler.
What other courses are near Villamartín?
This is one of the densest pockets of golf in Spain. From a home in Villamartín you can reach several courses in well under half an hour.
- Villamartín Golf: on your doorstep, a few minutes' walk or drive from most of the resort.
- Real Club de Golf Campoamor: around 2 to 3 km away.
- Las Ramblas Golf: around 3 km, near Lomas de Campoamor and Las Ramblas.
- Las Colinas Golf & Country Club: around 5 km inland.
- Lo Romero Golf: around 15 km.
- Vistabella, La Finca and La Marquesa: all within about 15 to 20 km, so 20 to 25 minutes by car.
If golf several times a week matters to you, this address is hard to beat on the Costa Blanca South.
What is it like to live in Villamartín?
Calm, green and residential, with one busy social hub. The streets are lined with low-rise apartment blocks, bungalows and detached villas, mostly built from the 1970s onwards, so trees and gardens have had time to grow.
The land rolls, which is good and bad. Because the area is hilly, many homes have sea views even though it is inland. It also means some plots are stepped, so check how many steps you can live with.
Day-to-day life centres on Villamartín Plaza, opposite the golf club. Alongside bars and restaurants, the plaza has shops, a supermarket, banks, hairdressers and a post room. It is built over two levels around a central courtyard with palm trees and fountains, and is known for live music on summer evenings.
Larger shopping is close by: the big commercial centres of Playa Flamenca and the Zenia Boulevard mall are a short drive. Neighbouring Los Dolses and Las Filipinas add more shops, bars and services. In winter the resort is quieter but far from empty, as a good number of owners live here all year.
How much does property cost in Villamartín?
All figures below come from our own listings at the time of writing (September 2026). They are guides, not valuations, and the homes above will show what is actually available today.
- Entry level: from around €140,000 for a bungalow or a modest apartment needing updating.
- Bungalows: typically around €200,000.
- Apartments and penthouses: most sit between roughly €200,000 and €350,000, with a typical figure near €290,000.
- Townhouses and semi-detached homes: typically around €325,000.
- Villas: typically around €560,000, rising well beyond that for large modern properties with golf or sea views. The top of our range here passes €3,000,000.
A typical home on our books is a two-bedroom of about 89 m² built. Around 46% of what we list has a pool, private or communal, and roughly 14% is new build. Most stock is resale, which suits buyers who want mature gardens and a short completion.
On costs: resale purchases in the Valencian Community carry ITP transfer tax of 9% (11% on the portion above €1M from 1 June 2026). New build is 10% IVA plus 1.4% stamp duty (AJD).
How far is Villamartín from the beach and the airport?
Villamartín is inland, but only just. The beaches of Orihuela Costa, including Playa Flamenca, La Zenia and Cabo Roig, are less than a ten minute drive away. Most residents drive or cycle down; it is walkable in about 40 minutes if you do not mind the climb home.
For airports, based on straight-line distance turned into realistic road times:
- Región de Murcia (RMU, Corvera): around 36 km, so roughly 35 to 45 minutes by car.
- Alicante-Elche (ALC): around 53 km, so roughly 45 to 55 minutes by car.
Torrevieja, with its hospital, weekly market and marina, is about 15 minutes north. Two airports within an hour is a real advantage for owners who fly in often.
Who buys in Villamartín, and is it good for renting out?
Buyers here are mostly golfers, retirees and families wanting a holiday home with easy access to the coast. The area is popular with couples, families and golfers, and the mix of apartments, townhouses, bungalows and villas has drawn established communities from Britain and Scandinavia. We also see Belgian, Dutch, German and Polish buyers, plus Spanish owners from Madrid and Murcia.
For letting, the golf calendar helps. Demand stretches well past summer into spring and autumn, when golfers arrive and the weather still suits terrace living. Homes with golf course views are common in the area and a good number are used for holiday rental. A pool, air conditioning and parking make the biggest difference to bookings.
Two honest notes. Apartments directly above the plaza can be noisy in July and August. And you will need a tourist licence from the Valencian authorities plus your community's agreement before letting short term, so check before you commit.
If you would like a closer look at any of the homes above, our office is in Cabo Roig and we are happy to talk it through.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to be a golf club member to live in Villamartín?
No. Buying a home here gives you no obligation to join the club, and many residents never play. Green fees and memberships are arranged separately with the club.
Is Villamartín quiet in winter?
It is quieter than in summer, but a solid year-round community stays put, partly because of golf. Most shops, bars and restaurants at the plaza stay open, though some reduce their hours.
Are there community fees, and how much should I expect?
Almost all apartments, bungalows and gated villa complexes have community fees covering pool, gardens and lighting. Figures vary a lot by development, so ask us for the exact annual charge on any property you like.
Can I walk to the shops from most homes in Villamartín?
From much of the resort, yes, though the hills make some walks harder than the distance suggests. Homes further out on the outlying urbanisations really do need a car.
Is Villamartín suitable for full-time family living with children?
Many families live here year round. There are international and Spanish schools within a short drive in the wider Orihuela Costa and Torrevieja area, and we can talk you through the current options for your children's ages.
Do homes here hold their value?
Villamartín is one of the most established addresses on Orihuela Costa, and demand from golfers has stayed steady for decades. As always, condition, views and whether the property has a pool influence resale price most.