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Published on: 29 June 2017
Villas in Lanzarote
With year-round sunshine and an endless supply of sandy beaches to choose from, Lanzarote feels like heaven for holidaymakers. Although there’s no need to cling to the coast. The wave of natural beauty washes its way inland and even underground. Boasting volcanic mountains, craters and lava tunnels, this Canary Island is perfect for trekking and exploring. And our villas in Lanzarote are the ideal base to discover it all. There’s something for every taste too! Whether you’re seeking a secluded villa for a relaxing holiday, or sea views from your holiday home from home – making lazy days by your pool even more magical. If you’re planning a Lanzarote villa holiday with your little ones, take your pick from its family-friendly resorts. With a vibrant atmosphere, exhilarating watersports and plenty of culture, there’s fun for all ages. Whatever your perfect getaway may be, a holiday with James Villas in Lanzarote has something for everyone.
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Lanzarote - Landscapes to take your breath away
Many of our villas in Lanzarote are instantly recognisable to this holiday island from their sleek contemporary, white sugar-cube facades. In fact the whole destination stands out to the eye with its volcanic landscapes, beaches and artist influences of celebrated local architect, César Manrique. Learn more about Lanzarote
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Playa Blanca
Playa Blanca
64 Properties
A pretty, bustling resort with a sandy beach and popular promenade, Playa Blanca is the most southerly resort on the Island of Lanzarote and is only 15 kilometres from the Timanfaya National Park.
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Puerto del Carmen
Puerto del Carmen
53 Properties
The main holiday resort of Lanzarote, Puerto del Carmen is just fifteen kilometres from the island’s capital town Arrecife. A wide, sandy beach, little rocky coves and a diving school line the coastline.
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Puerto Calero
Puerto Calero
11 Properties
Said to be one of the world’s most modern and exclusive yacht harbours, the marina of Puerto Calero is situated on the south coast of Lanzarote between Puerto del Carmen and Playa Quemada.
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Costa Teguise
Costa Teguise
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The popular holiday resort of Costa Teguise is located five kilometres north of the island's capital town of Arrecife and is host to some nice sandy beaches loved by windsurfers.
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Macher, Puerto del Carmen
Macher, Puerto del Carmen
3 Properties
Located 3km outside of Puerto del Carmen, the traditional Canarian village of Macher is a charming base in undiscovered Lanzarote and offers fantastic views to the coastal resort and Fuerteventura.
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Matagorda, Puerto del Carmen
Matagorda, Puerto del Carmen
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Matagorda boasts unique character and offers a wide variety of shops, bars and restaurants with an exclusive sea front promenade that stretches the length of the beautiful golden sandy beach.
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Fun packed days in Lanzarote
With so much to offer, you’ll find exciting things to see and do from the moment your Lanzarote holiday begins. Unsurprisingly for this amazing Canary Island, there’s excursions galore on the sea and its shores. Lovers of watersports can cruise along the waves on jet skis and inflatables. Thrills and spills await for all you adventurous holidaymakers. For those of you that long for something a little more laid-back, there’s plenty for you too. Fishing trips and dolphin – watching tours are ideal for those of you who are just finding your sea legs.
If you’re looking for an activity the kids are guaranteed to love, look no further than Aquapark Costa Teguise. This fun-filled water park features all kinds of slides, rapids and whirlpools – everything for a fun day out! Another fantastic place to visit from your Lanzarote villa is the Rancho Texas Lanzarote Park. Here you’ll find magnificent birds of prey alongside beautiful sea lions and many other types of animals. There are pony rides, a splash pool and kids can even have a go at cowboy lessons.
For the discerning golfers amongst you, a Lanzarote villa is just the place to be spending your holiday. You can spend the day golfing at Lanzarote Golf in Puerto del Carmen or Costa Teguise Golf, soaking up the wonderful sunshine as you go.
Retail therapy in Lanzarote
A holiday just wouldn’t be a holiday without a spot of shopping, and when you stay in a Lanzarote holiday villa you’ll be able to do just that. Many of the main resorts house large shopping centres where you’ll find your favourite retail chains, and enjoy fantastic savings thanks to tax-free shopping. Costa Teguise, Play Blanca, Puerto del Carmen and Playa Honda are especially popular.
Make your way to any of the smaller resorts, away from the hustle and bustle, for stylish boutiques where you can shop for unique items and traditional gifts to take back home. Discover the winding, narrow streets of Arrecife, and the many quaint shops that line them. Here you can purchase hand-made lace, table cloths, local art, leather goods and more.
Throughout the year, various markets are held, selling everything from local produce to hand-crafted jewellery. These lively markets are a great opportunity to find unusual items and nab yourself a bargain, too! Teguise market is the island’s oldest and largest open-air market, and is a lovely way to spend a Sunday morning away from your villa. The whole town comes alive and the atmosphere is buzzing as people search through the goods, trying to find the perfect purchase.
On the beach in Lanzarote
Crystal clear waters, sandy stretches that go for miles and picturesque coves – it’s fair to say that Lanzarote’s beaches are a real delight. Whether you’re a dedicated sun-worshipper or an all-day-swimmer, you’ll hear the call of the beach from your Lanzarote villa and you definitely won’t be able to resist.
To the north, Costa Teguise is the perfect spot for windsurfing, while nearby La Santa beach and Famara beach are where you’ll find surfers and body boarders catching waves. Costa Teguise and La Santa boast calm waters, making them perfect for beginners, while Famara has slightly larger waves for those who are more advanced.
If you want a beach that’s in the heart of it all, head to Puerto del Carmen, a lively beach on Lanzarote’s south coast. This family-oriented beach is surrounded by excellent restaurants, bars and facilities – just what you need for a family day out. Kids will love splashing around in the shallows, and you’ll love reading your favourite book on the sandy shores. Everyone wins!
Another amazing beach in Lanzarote is Playa Blanca. Playa Blanca translates to ‘white beach’ and when you visit, it’s easy to see why it’s been given this name. White sands stretch out invitingly before you. It’s a genuine paradise. From here, you can take a ferry across to Fuerteventura and explore what this neighbouring island has to offer.
Sights to see in Lanzarote
Although it may be hard to drag yourself away from your fantastic home from home, this wonderful island has so much natural beauty, and so many amazing places just waiting to be explored. From natural wonders to cultural monuments, you simply must spend few days, at least, checking out some of the island’s most captivating sites.
Head to Jameos del Agua, in the north of the island, and prepare to be wowed by the beautiful salt water lagoon and underground caves. Make your way into the caves and you’ll not only see stalagmites and stalactites, but you’ll find a unique cave concert hall. Wow!
If you want to see what years of volcanic activity look like on the surface, the best place to go is the Timanfaya National Park. Even though the volcano beneath is dormant, you can still feel its heat due to temperatures of 400°C-600°C which can be found just a few metres below the surface! Special demonstrations are held at the very top, and you can also spend time exploring the craters that are over one hundred years old, as well as the breath-taking active geysers of the Fire Mountains. It’s sure to be an experience you remember forever.
Lanzarote’s culture can be appreciated at every turn, with monuments and museums dotted all around the island. The Museo del Campesino is an absolute must-see. This attraction includes a 15 metre sculpture constructed from the designs of well-known local artist and architect César Manrique, and a life-size reconstruction of a traditional farm. There’s also a tapas bar and restaurant, so you can grab a bite to eat during your visit.
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Explore the vast Sahara sand beaches around the Punta de Papagayo peninsular in the South.
Take a trip to Fire Mountain and have a barbecue with a difference. Forget charcoal – your steak will be cooked by the natural heat of the volcano.
The aqua park at Costa Tequise makes for a fun-packed day and a great way for the kids to cool off.
Visit Fundación César Manrique, the Lanzarote artist’s home, built in volcanic bubbles in the rock, which is now an art gallery housing works by Picasso, Miró and many more.
Take a glass-bottomed catamaran to Fuerteventura and look out for pods of playful dolphins on the way.
Explore the Cueva de los Verdes and Jameos del Agua - with an underground lake and a stunning complex of caves and galleries.
Try the fantastic new golf course, Lanzarote Golf. This is a challenging 18 hole, par 72 course, designed by Ron Kirby.
Take a trip to the old capital of Teguise to visit the extensive local market which is held every Sunday morning.
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Published on: 29 June 2017
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