825 Ubeda Detached Villa

Hondon Villas are delighted to bring onto the market for sale this very private two story detached villa.

The property is nestled between woodland and the Ubeda Valley. Ubeda is 4km away from the busy town of Pinoso which boasts a host of amenities.

The property is well proportioned and consists of three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a lounge diner with an open fire and a fully fitted kitchen. Bedroom 3 can be found on the ground floor. There is also a ground floor shower room. The property has tiled stairs leading to the first floor. The master bedroom has a walk in in wardrobe and bedroom 2 is large with an area that would be ideal for an en suite or dressing area. The first floor also benefits from a second bathroom and access to the solarium at the front of the house and the Juliette balcony at the rear of the house.

Externally the property boasts mature, easily maintained gardens with outstanding views.

462 Sax – Salinas -24000m2 Building Plot

Hondon Villas are pleased to bring onto the market a 24,000m2 building plot only 2km from Salinas and 4km from Sax.

The plot has beautiful views of the mountains and only a short walk into Salinas with access to water and electricity close by.

This plot can be sold in conjunction with ref:461, a building plot of 10,000m2 for a combined price of €119,950.

374 Hondon de los Frailes – Immaculate Detached Villa

Hondon Villas are delighted to bring onto the market for sale this immaculate villa within walking distance to the village

The villa comprises of a new high quality fitted Kitchen, utility room (which is plumbed in for a dishwasher), lounge/dining area with feature fireplace, 3 double bedrooms(all with wardrobes)family bathroom, separate guest toilet, and a wrap around sun terrace.

Outside is a 10 x 5 private swimming pool, pool house with shower, garage and car ports, barbecue area with shaded seating area and stairs leading to a storage area above the property. The plot is fully fenced

Two bedrooms have air con the third has a ceiling fan, the property has electric storage heaters and is pre installed for central heating.

The property has 360 panoramic views and beautifully landscaped gardens and must be viewed to be fully appreciated.

Wiki: Hondón de las Nieves

Central Plaza in Hondon

A Brief History of Hondon de las Nieves

Although not officially documented, it is said that the Hondon Valley would have been already populated in ancient Greek times. But records show that in 1246 Christian troops fought with the Arabs & Moroccans in the area.

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Hondon was under the jurisdiction of Aspe until 1839 when it became independent and formed a single municipality together with its neighbouring village Hondón of the Friars, which in turn had been segregated from Redován. Nieves still shares many local festivals and amenities with Aspe today.

In 1926 Hondón de las Nieves and Hondón of the Friars (Frailes) separated to form independent municipalities. It reached its peak population in 1900: 3,690 inhabitants, although at that time still included the population of Hondón of the Friars. Today, the Hondon Valley, over the last 20 years, has grown to include mainly northern Europeans looking for an alternative lifestyle from their own native countries. A new urban development of about 400 villas has been built between the two Hondón villages known locally as La Montañosa Villas.

Demographics and Economics

The 2008 figures show a population for Nieves of 2,730 inhabitants, known as hondoneras / hondoneros. The municipality also includes two smaller villages: El Rebalso and La Canalosa, the latter being higher in the mountains and former between the two main villages, close to La Montanosa Urb. In reality the population swells in the summer as foreign property owners and their friends or relatives come for long holidays. It’s a busy time in the villages from May to October.

The traditional economy for Hondon is agricultural based, mainly almonds, vegetables, olives and table grapes (produced under the designation of origin Table grapes pocketed Vinalopó). In the last decade or so the local economy is complemented and probably surpassed by the real estate business (Hondon Villas AIPP registered) An increasing number of foreigners (British, Dutch, Belgium, French) is  now installed in the municipality. As such, there are many sand and gravel quarries, cement and related industries in the Hondon Valley.

Geography & Recreation

Hondon is located in a small valley protected by the Sierra de Crevillente, populated by pine, almond, olive trees and vineyards. It offers 300+ days of sunshine per year, a pleasant climate all year, an al-fresco lifestyle, clean air and a tranquil life. The Hondoneros make the most of the outdoors for both religious, domestic and for recreational needs. There are many public holidays and fiestas to tempt the locals and visitors. Many are based on religious history or holidays, such as Easter. They are always well attended.

Virgin of the snows, Hondon

Being surrounded by mountains attracts many walking groups, cyclists and game shooting. Hobby groups are in plentiful supply. You will also observe numerous animal welfare groups, horse and pony trekking and Hondon has a myriad of plant species: pine, juniper, thyme, rosemary for those with a botanical interest. The local fauna includes wild boars, foxes, partridges, hares, rabbits, lizards, owls real, etc. The mountains do attract hawks and eagles too.

Hondon Architecture

The stand-out building in the area is relatively new (and a useful place to visit), that is Bodegas Cerda, a family run wine merchant and museum to Hondon’s vineyard history. The Cerda family have a long history of growing grapes and making wine. It still does and the modern Bodega could grace any city or town. You must pay this building a visit and try its many wines.

Wine Merchant and Museum

The central Plaza, as is typical of Spanish towns & villages, is the central point for most social and official ceremonies or fiestas. The local square is often converted or re-decorated for an event throughout the year. The highlights are usually in the summer (July/August) fiestas when the children are on the main break. It seems like the village comes out then. These are a “must-see” and can both entertain and educate the visitor on the local Spanish culture.

Other places of interest: Rollo Cave, an archaeological site, is a settlement of the Upper Paleolithic.  The Parish Ntra. Sra. De las Nieves. Erected in 1746 by the Bishop of the Diocese of Orihuela D. Elias Gomez de Teran on the chapel of San Pedro, of Baroque style.

In 2007 there have been wall paintings of s. XVIII, that they are being restored.
Ermita de San Isidro. In the area of La Cruz, a small church, typical of this area.

Plaza de la Villa. With City Hall and the Culture Centre. Facade of the convent of the Franciscan Concepcionistas. Mid-twentieth century, today rehabilitated turned into the Chapel of Ntra. Sra. De las Nieves.

Hondon Gastronomy

Apart from the exquisite table grapes included in the designation of origin grape Embolsada Mesa del Vinalopó, we can taste risotto, gazpacho, gachamiga, stew and rice with rabbit and snails. You will often see the older Hondoeros collecting snails from the campo or hear the hunter’s guns early in the morning. Sweets are also well represented with crusty rolls, French toast, the sequillos or embocaos.

Most of the popular restaurants and bars are in the village plaza. As we write to include: Destiny’s, La Font, Bar Central, Bocodito, Vamboo to name a few. The local market is very popular on Wednesday and Saturday.


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#889 Macisvenda detached 4 bedroom villa with private pool

Hondon Villas are delighted onto the market this attractive 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom detached villa in a peaceful location within walking distance from the delightful village of Macisvenda, close to the Hondon Valley, Costa Blanca.

Entering the villa you will find a pleasant living area with a feature log burning fire. Through an open archway from the lounge/dining area you will find a modern fully fitted kitchen.

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There are four double bedrooms all with fitted wardrobes and the master having an en suite facility. There is also a large family bathroom.

From a lovely conservatory you can look over the pool area where you will find an outside kitchen with bar and BBQ area ideal for relaxing summer evenings al fresco.

The pool has been fitted with a fun play slide for the younger members of the family. There is also a play area designed for tennis/bowls and football with changing area with double shower + WC.

The property is fully enclosed with electric gates and has a security system installed. The gardens are mature whilst easy to maintain.

The villa is in a pleasant setting with views of the Hondon Valley mountains and beyond.

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566 Hondon de los Frailes- detached Villa

Hondon Villas are please to bring onto the market for sale this detached Villa within minutes walking distance to the lovely village of Hondon de los Frailes with all the shops bars and restaurants.

The villa comprises briefly of lounge/dining area 4 large bedrooms a fitted kitchen and a family bathroom.

Outside there are terraced areas a covered porch outside bathroom BBQ area and a water deposit that can easily be converted to a swimming pool, there are also fruit trees in the gardens and mountain views.

The property does need some reform but has great potential.

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469 Hondon de los Frailes – Detached Villa

Hondon Villas are pleased to bring onto the market for sale this beautiful, spacious villa situated close to the village of Hondon de los Frailes.

This spacious villa has a bright and airy, open concept living room, with a wood burning fire, dining room and kitchen.

The large fitted kitchen has a breakfast area and a utility room.

The living room and kitchen both lead onto a spacious wrap around, glazed terrace overlooking the landscaped gardens and pool, with amazing views of the Hondon Valley.

The master benefits from an en suite shower room and there is a further family bathroom with a heated towel rail.

The villa sits within a plot of 10,000m2, part of which is a beautiful landscaped garden and the remainder is an Almond Grove.

There is a private swimming pool, 5m x 10m, surrounded by a terrace from which to enjoy the views.

In the under build of the pool there is a storeroom containing the pool pump and also a shower room.

In addition there is a garage with storage which has an electric door.

The property benefits from oil central heating, air conditioning and an electric gate.
This villa needs to be viewed!

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#626: Hondon de los Frailes Detached Villa

Spacious Four Bedroom Villa within walking distance to the local village Hondon de los Frailes and close to all local amenities.

Key Property Points
Detached Villa • Private Pool • Modern Fitted Kitchen • Lounge/Dining Area • 4 Bedrooms • 3 Bathrooms • Large Terrace • Mountain Views

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Hondón Villas are delighted to bring onto the market for sale this absolutely stunning detached villa within walking distance to the village of Hondón de los Frailes, close to all the bars, shops and restaurants.

This villa has just been fully reformed and has been done to a very high standard! Comprising of a brand new fitted kitchen, lounge, dining area, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and an open terrace that wraps around half of the garden.

The pool has been completely re tiled and the gardens are mature with trees and shrubs. Must be viewed to be fully appreciated.