The apartment is part of a small urbanization, La Vaguada. It is located 700 meters (less than a 10 min. walk) from the blue flag beach of Playa La Mata, on the Costa Blanca South. There is a beautiful pool and well looked after gardens with flower beds. There are prom bars, restaurants and several beach bars actually on the beach. The holiday apartment is situated at the brow of a hill, hence the beautiful view of the Med. The elderly may find the hill rather steep. A car is not essential as there are bars, restaurants, supermarkets and beach all in close proximity. 
Within a short walk you will find Indian, Chinese, Japanese, Spanish and, of course, English restaurants. There is a supermarket 3/4 minutes away and several others within a 15 minute walk. 
The Costa Blanca is noted for it's beautiful blue flag beaches. Once at the beach, you can walk for several kilometers along the beautiful sands stopping at the beach bars on the way. By car you can visit the many coastal resorts up and down the Costa Blanca Coast. There are some really nice places well worth visiting. There are 2 bus services. Only 3/4 minutes to the bus stop to take you into Torrevieja. 
 
La Mata is a typical Spanish village in the South Costa Blanca, It is a great place for a holiday in Spain. The village, not only has some excellent blue flag, sandy beaches, it also has an excellent street market every Wednesday morning where you can buy all your fruit and veg and all the presents to take back home. There are also some brilliant bars, shops and restaurants.  
 
La Mata is about a 10 - 15 minute walk from the apartment. Walk through the Water Park on your way. A really nice short walk. You will pass the Mississippi bar/restaurant. This restaurant is well worth an evening visit. A bit more pricey but good value.