2-bed apartment overlooking the pine forest by Parque Reina Sofía, Guardamar

Guardamar del Segura is known for its dune pine forest, planted a century ago to stop the sands advancing on the town, and for its broad, natural beaches. This third-floor apartment looks out over the treetops next to Parque Reina Sofía, the shady park with ponds and squirrels that locals love for evening walks.

The home has a lounge with a 15 m² terrace facing south-east, a separate kitchen with a laundry gallery, two bedrooms and a full bathroom. It's in a modern gated building with a lift, pool, underground parking space and a storeroom. The beach is about 600 metres away through the pine walkways.

Guardamar has a year-round community, with a good selection of shops, restaurants, schools and a health centre in the town, plus a regular bus to Alicante. Alicante airport is roughly 30 minutes by car, making this a convenient base for frequent travellers and a strong option for long-term rentals.

• 75 m² plus 15 m² terrace
• Views over the pinewood
• Parking, storeroom and pool