Properties in La Romana

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The semi-rural area of La Romana is known for its local wine and marble production and has a thriving community of both English and Spanish residents. Located in the foothills of the Sierra del Redclot a few kilometres from Alguena, La Romana has been called the village of pine trees, marble and excellent wine.

The village, with a population of 2000, is surrounded by lovely countryside where vineyards and almond orchards are grown. In September, a  giant paella pot is set up outside and the locals take part in a fiesta. La Romana is popular with expatriates looking for a quiet, ruraI home and has a local doctor, 2 small supermarkets, 3 bakers and 3 butchers, 6 bars and a large furniture store.

A street market is held on Saturday mornings. Many British children attend the local village school. There is a community swimming pool that opens during the summer. La Romana is 40km from Alicante and the coast. The nearest golf course is Alenda, a twenty minute drive away.

Welcoming and truly beautiful, La Romana is becoming increasingly popular with foreigners looking for somewhere traditionally Spanish, yet open to progression. The village is very well provided for with two small Spanish and one English supermarket, bakers, butchers, hardware, furniture and electrical shops. There is also an excellent Saturday market for fruit and vegetables.

In addition to two chemists, the village has its own surgery and doctor, and in nearby Novelda there is a 24-hour clinic. The main hospital in Elda (just 20 minutes away) gives excellent service. People relocating to Spain can get automatic transfer of all medical services once you have obtained a "Padron" which states you are living here on a permanent basis.

The community is friendly and very committed to everything that affects their area. They understand the need for successful integration and acceptance of other cultures, and have embraced the large number or permanent residents from other countries who now call La Romana home. Spanish and foreign residents interact on a daily basis, enjoying the warm climate through alfresco dinning together.

For more information: La Romana Community.com