Buying in Campoamor: a guide for golf and nature lovers

Anyone looking to buy in Campoamor usually doesn't end up here by chance. It's typically someone who already knows Orihuela Costa, has ruled out the denser apartment areas, and wants surroundings with more pine woods, less traffic and a golf course to play on several times a week. Bennecke has been helping this type of buyer since 1988, and this guide covers what you need to know before settling on this particular area.

What to expect from Campoamor's natural surroundings

The combination of protected pine woods, the Las Ramblas golf course and a coastline less built up than Torrevieja's gives Campoamor a markedly different character from the rest of Orihuela Costa. This attracts buyers who value quiet and contact with the surroundings over the intense social life of areas like La Zenia.

• Pine wood areas within walking distance of several developments, with routes for walking or running.
• Less crowded beaches, such as Aguamarina beach, with dunes and native vegetation in some stretches.
• An 18-hole golf course kept up with regular maintenance, with views that form part of many properties' value.
• Less light and noise pollution than in areas with higher tourist density.

Property types available for golf and nature buyers

Supply in Campoamor is mainly aimed at buyers looking for a home with a plot, though apartment options also exist for those who prefer less upkeep.

What to check before buying next to the golf course

Buying a property with views of or direct access to the golf course has clear advantages, but there are also things worth checking before signing.

1. Confirm whether the owners' community fee includes golf course maintenance or whether it's managed separately with its own fee.
2. Ask about tee time availability for residents: some clubs offer preferential terms to owners in the development.
3. Check the plot's orientation relative to the course: a property very close to a hole with heavy player traffic may suffer more noise or the risk of stray balls.
4. Verify the state of common green areas outside the course itself, since golf maintenance and the development's common areas sometimes fall under different management.

The buying process for an international buyer

The buying process in Campoamor doesn't differ from the rest of Spain, but it's worth being clear on it before starting your search.

• Obtain the NIE (foreigner identification number), essential for any transaction.
• Open a Spanish bank account or manage the transaction from a foreign account with the corresponding fees.
• Sign a reservation contract (contrato de arras) that fixes the price and terms before signing at the notary.
• Check the land registry extract (nota simple) to confirm the property is free of charges.
• Budget an extra 10% to 13% on top of the purchase price for taxes and costs (transfer tax, notary, registry, gestoría fees).

Comparing Campoamor with other golf areas on the Costa Blanca

Campoamor isn't the only area on the coast with golf-linked supply, and knowing the alternatives helps you decide with more clarity.

Compared with Las Colinas, Campoamor offers a more accessible entry point while keeping the appeal of golf and nature, without reaching that area's level of exclusivity and price.

Next step

If you're considering buying in Campoamor and want to visit specific properties next to the golf course or with a south-facing plot, Bennecke has known this area in detail since 1988 and can guide you through the whole process. Write to us at info@bennecke.com or call +34 965 714 362.