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Taylor Wimpey España investit neuf millions d’euros dans un nouveau projet résidentiel Ce nouveau projet s’ajoute à Almazara Hills et Almazara Views, portant l’investissement total dans cette enclave à plus de 38 millions d’euros. Taylor Wimpey España poursuit son expansion sur la côte andalouse avec le développement d’Almazara Forest à Istán, un projet qui représente […]

Spain shines as Europe’s ideal sustainable travel and second home destination Lonely Planet has just ranked Spain as among the top ten destinations in the world for sustainable travel, as part of its Best in Travel 2024. The country’s commitment to biodiversity and the fact that “new cycle paths, electric buses and train routes offer […]

“Sea” Development Launched Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has launched a new development – called Mare – just a four-minute stroll from the seafront in Marbella. The launch comes as the firm reveals that all but seven homes at its nearby development Terra have sold out within nine months. Andalusia’s sun-drenched blend of beaches, lively towns and cities, superb […]

Taylor Wimpey España launches new Marbella development in response to strong demand Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has launched Mare, a new development close to the seafront in Marbella. The new Mare development (“mare” meaning “sea” in Latin) is in San Pedro de Alcántara, close to the beach and minutes from Puerto Banus and Marbella. […]

September sunshine in Spain: second home owners hit the fairways Spain welcomed a record-breaking 10.1 million visitors in July 2023, according to the country’s National Statistics Institute (INE). Visitor numbers were up 11.4% compared with July 2022, while tourist spending was up by 16.4%. The figures mean that 47.6 million foreign tourists have now visited […]

Magical Mallorca set to charm visitors this autumn as the summer crowds recede From peaceful streets in Palma to beaches with barely anyone on them, Mallorca takes on a magical serenity as autumn unfolds. For second homeowners, it can be the ideal time to enjoy the island’s sunshine and scenery, minus the frenetic buzz of […]

British appetite for second homes in Spain grows over the summer months From holiday searches to second homes, Spain is winning big right now when it comes to courting Britons’ favour. Visitor numbers are soaring, with Spain’s national statistics institute (INE) recording more than 1.82 million British visitors in May 2023 (compared to 1.65 million […]

Majorca (next to Menorca) has been revealed as the top European destination for British travellers this summer, based on Expedia’s hotel search data. What is it about this majestic island that makes it so enduringly popular with holidaymakers? Nature—in every form Mountains, valleys, beautiful beaches… if you like feeling at one with nature, Majorca is […]

Show homes in Spain: “Steady stream” of holidaymakers viewing this summer For some holidaymakers, a trip to Spain is the start of a more long-term relationship with the country. Sales and Marketing Director at leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España observes: “Many of our buyers combine their first viewing of a show home with a […]

A more sustainable approach to second homes in Spain Spanish housebuilder focuses on choosing natural materials and prioritising products from local suppliers, following an increased demand for sustainable second homes. Sustainability is a big concern for an increasing number of holiday homebuyers, according to Spanish housebuilder Taylor Wimpey España. With this in mind, the firm […]

House Buyers Desperate To Live On Costa del Sol The desire to live in Spain’s Costa del Sol appears to have reached new heights with a surge in off-plan sales. According to information from developer Taylor Wimpey Spain on Wednesday, July 19, more than 30 nationalities, including Spaniards, have acquired a home, writes La Opinión de […]

“Steady stream” of holidaymakers viewing show homes in Spain this summer For some holidaymakers, a trip to Spain is the start of a more long-term relationship with the country. Sales and Marketing Director at leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España observes: “Many of our buyers combine their first viewing of a show home with […]

Why you need to explore Spain’s Costa Blanca coastline From the bustling Alicante and the luxurious villas of Gran Alacant to the stunning beach of Jávea, here’s why you need to experience Spain’s Costa Blanca coastline From Gandia in the north of the region to Torrevieja in the south, the Costa Blanca is awash with stunning beaches, charming towns […]

A-rated second homes The homebuilder reports increasing demand for sustainable properties Aerothermal energy, water-saving measures and local, natural materials all playing key roles Energy certificate A-rated homes delivered in tune with local settings and contexts Sustainability and eco-friendliness are top concerns for an increasing number of holiday home buyers, according to leading Spanish home builder Taylor […]

What does half a million pounds buy you in Spain? Summer is a busy time of year for companies that sell holiday homes overseas. As holidaymakers spend time abroad during July and August, many consider purchasing a property in their favourite destination. Of those foreign buyers who go ahead and buy a home in Spain, […]

Where to buy your dream Spanish holiday home The British love affair with Spain endures, despite Brexit. Its sun-drenched coastlines remain our go-to escape for an outdoor lifestyle, whether you seek to slow down a gear or party long into the balmy night. British buyers bought nearly 10,000 properties during 2022, according to the Registrars […]

The benefits of buying second homes sustainably on the Costa del Sol The Costa del Sol welcomed more than 12.4 million visitors in 2022, as tourists flocked to the region to enjoy its beaches, golf courses, rich cultural life and, of course, plentiful sunshine. Many of those who visit regularly purchase holiday homes in the […]

Beach mental benefits: Time by the sea during childhood = better mental health in adulthood (ECEHH) Lakes, rivers and other blue spaces also contribute to health and wellbeing Taylor Wimpey España buyers benefit from sunshine as well as blue spaces Every parent wants to do the best for their children, including for their health and […]

Discover Mallorca: Mallorca has been in the spotlight recently, with Nicole Kidman posting a series of images on her Instagram, showcasing the island’s beauty. Fellow celebs Michelle Pfeiffer and Reese Witherspoon were quick to comment on how “beautiful” and “amazing” the island looked. Now, budget travel company Jet2 has opened up Mallorca to those without […]

Sustainable homes The issue of sustainability is weighing increasingly on second home buyers’ minds, according to leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España. Always ahead of the curve when it comes to anticipating clients’ demands, the company has implemented a range of energy-saving and other eco-friendly measures across the developments it is building.   Focusing […]

Sustainable homes Sustainability and eco-friendliness are top concerns for an increasing number of holiday home buyers, according to leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España. With this in mind, the firm is showcasing three different takes on building second homes sustainably, in the Costa del Sol, Mallorca and Costa Blanca. Sales and Marketing Director Marc Pritchard […]

View Show Home: How to get the best out of viewing a show home while on holiday. With many holidaymakers planning to view show homes when they travel overseas this summer, leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has shared some top tips on how to get the best out of such viewings. “Viewing a […]

Buying Property In Spain: Taylor Wimpey España, offering top tips for holidaymakers seeking second homes overseas. ‘With many holidaymakers planning to view show homes when they travel overseas this summer, leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has shared some top tips on how to get the best out of such viewings. Viewing a show […]

Taylor Wimpey España celebrates selling more than 2,500 second homes on the Costa del Sol As Spain’s Costa del Sol prepares to welcome another influx of tourists over the summer season, leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has revealed that it has sold more than 2,500 homes in the region since the company was […]

Golf resorts and new homes in Spain  A study by IE University and the Spanish Golf Courses Association has shown that golf tourists have invested €4.2 billion in Spanish property, purchasing more than 280,000 homes. Britons top the list of foreigners taking to the fairways in Spain, while Irish golfers are the ones who spend […]

THE LURE OF THE COSTA DEL SOL Spain is home to huge regional variety. In this recent interview, Marc Pritchard, Director of Sales and Marketing at Taylor Wimpey España, shares his insights into one of the country’s most popular destinations – the Costa del Sol. Which areas of Spain are particularly attractive to Polish second home […]

Residences Istán: Going off the beaten track … to Istán Foreigners’ appetite for property in Spain shot back up in 2022, hitting 13.75% of all home purchases in the country, according to the Colegio Registradores. The figure marks an increase of 2.95% over 2021 and breaks a five-year trend of foreigners making up a falling […]

Spain award beaches: the country with the most award-winning beaches in Europe THE EUROPEAN country with the highest number of Blue Flag beaches has been revealed. It’s good news for Brits, as it’s one of the closest countries to the UK and one of our favourite holiday destinations. Spain has kept its title as the […]

Spain stars as Europe’s budget-friendly golf holiday destination Families seeking a budget-friendly golf holiday destination to enjoy this year are setting their sights on Spain. Tourist arrivals in February were up by 35.9% year-on-year, with 4.32 arrivals during the month, according to the Spanish National Statistics Institute (INE). Arrivals from the UK were up by […]

Golf property News: Taylor Wimpey España and La Cala Resort celebrate joint venture renewal Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España and La Cala Golf Resort are celebrating the renewal of their joint venture, which has already led to the construction of more than 400 homes in Spain’s Costa del Sol region. La Cala Resort hosted a cocktail reception […]

Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España and La Cala Golf Resort are celebrating the renewal of their joint venture, which has already led to the construction of more than 400 homes in Spain’s Costa del Sol region. La Cala Resort hosted a cocktail reception on March 31 to celebrate the enduring partnership, with the Mayor of Mijas […]

Plans in place for more than 600 additional homes at La Cala Mayor of Mijas to attend a reception to celebrate the renewed partnership Taylor Wimpey España has already generated sales revenue of over €150 million at La Cala Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España and the prestigious La Cala Golf Resort are celebrating the renewal […]

Taylor Wimpey España and La Cala Resort celebration: joint venture renewal Plans in place for more than 600 additional homes at La Cala Mayor of Mijas to attend a reception to celebrate the renewed partnership Taylor Wimpey España has already generated sales revenue of over €150 million at La Cala Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey […]

Battle of the Costas… Should You Head to the Costa Blanca or the Costa del Sol this Summer? The Spanish Costas deliver sunshine, beaches and relaxation aplenty. But if you’re heading to Spain this summer, should you set your sights on the Costa Blanca or the Costa del Sol. The Spanish Costas deliver sunshine, beaches […]

Spain named 2nd most attractive property destination in world for international investors Knight Frank Wealth Report highlights Spain’s international appeal The report coincides with Taylor Wimpey España’s investment of €35 million in 2 new developments Homes at La Mar and Breeze are due for completion in 2025 The latest Knight Frank Wealth Report has named […]

How days on the beach can deliver lifelong mental wellbeing benefits Time by the sea during childhood = better mental health in adulthood (ECEHH) Lakes, rivers and other blue spaces also contribute to health and wellbeing Taylor Wimpey España buyers benefit from sunshine as well as blue spaces Every parent wants to do the best […]

Is it time to discover Mallorca? By Marc Pritchard, Sales and Marketing Director at Taylor Wimpey España and decades-long Mallorca resident. Mallorca has been in the spotlight recently, with Nicole Kidman posting a series of images on her Instagram, showcasing the island’s beauty. Fellow celebs Michelle Pfeiffer and Reese Witherspoon were quick to comment on […]

‘Digital nomads’ can now live in Spain with their families — if they earn enough Hopping between tapas bars in Madrid, gorging on art and culture in Barcelona or simply soaking up the sun in the Canary Islands. For most people, those beat awkward conversations by the water cooler in a lonely suburban office park. […]

MALLORCA’S CELEBRITY CONNECTIONS Nicole Kidman’s Instagram feed was bursting with stunning pictures of Mallorca earlier this month, as the superstar enjoyed a break in the Balearics. Captioning her pics with “Loving Mallorca” and “Beautiful Mallorca,” Kidman was clearly wowed by the island’s charms. And she is far from the first celebrity to fall in love […]

Marbella looks forward to a bumper 2023, with visitors staying longer and spending more From hoteliers to home builders to tourism professionals, there are plenty of people projecting a bumper summer for Marbella this year. The city, which is a popular destination for luxury breaks, has already recovered its hotel occupancy to 2019 levels. Now, […]

Costa del Sol shines as Europe’s winning golf destination Golfing hotspots don’t come much better than Spain’s Costa del Sol – or the Costa del Golf, as many players refer to it. Players have been flocking to the area’s sun-kissed fairways for nearly a century after the Real Club de Campo opened its doors in […]

Firm completed 381 homes in Spain in 2022 – up 77% from 2021 Average selling price for 2022 was €383k Cost of living in Spain is now 17.3% cheaper than in UK (Numbeo) Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España completed 381 homes during 2022, across locations including the Costa del Sol, Costa Blanca, Mallorca and Ibiza. […]

Only 2 key-ready Taylor Wimpey España homes available, as new 2023 show homes revealed Taylor Wimpey España follows bumper 2022 with new show homes for 2023 All developments will host personal and virtual visits Britons remain top foreign buyers of Spanish property (Colegio Registradores) Property sales in 2022 were so strong that leading Spanish home builder Taylor […]

Only 2 key-ready Taylor Wimpey España homes available, as new 2023 show homes revealed Taylor Wimpey España follows bumper 2022 with new show homes for 2023 All developments will host personal and virtual visits Britons remain top foreign buyers of Spanish property (Colegio Registradores)  Property sales in 2022 were so strong that leading Spanish home […]

As digital nomads wait visa implementation energy nomads start eyeing up the Costa Blanca Spain’s much-anticipated digital nomad visa, plans for which were first announced in January 2022, is rumoured to be introduced in early 2023.   The draft proposal provides non-EU citizens with the chance to live in Spain for up to five years […]

New homes: Taylor Wimpey España launches 14 new developments in 2022, with 9 more planned for 2023 Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has reported growth in property reservations during 2022, after launching 14 new developments during the year, with a value of over €150 million. As the firm heads into 2023, when it […]

Second home ownership lets families enjoy Spanish Christmas traditions Processions, nativity scenes, feasting and lucky grapes all essential during the festive season Magical lighting displays draw visitors to cities across Spain Taylor Wimpey España has sold homes to buyers of 38 nationalities during 2022 Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has reported growth in property reservations […]

Second home buyers Spain: The southernmost of peninsular Spain’s autonomous communities, Andalusia is a sun-drenched region that encompasses huge stretches of coastline, including the Costa del Sol, Costa de la Luz and Costa Tropical. It is a favourite holiday destination with travellers from around the world, many of whom have taken advantage of Spain’s relatively […]

Leading property developer Taylor Wimpey is to invest over €16 million into the first phase of a new 48-home property development at La Cala Resort in Andalusia, Spain. Located next to the 9th hole of the resort’s America course, the Solana Village development will host a variety of two- and three-bedroom apartments, penthouses and duplexes. […]

Energy nomads and digital nomads both set sights on southern Spain High energy costs and looming supply disruption push people towards warmer climes Spain’s digital nomad visa expected to include tax breaks Taylor Wimpey España launches new Solana Village development Spain’s much-anticipated digital nomad visa, plans for which were first announced in January 2022, is […]

Second home trends: Energy efficiency is moving up the agenda for many buyers Larger, flexible spaces will be in hot demand in 2023 Home-based workers and retirees all heading for the Spanish sunshine 2023 will mark 65 years of successful property sales in Spain for Taylor Wimpey España Next year will mark 65 years since […]

Building Sustainably: COP27 is in full swing, with global leaders seeking the ever more urgent need to effectively tackle the challenge of climate change. Running until 18th November, the event is also serving to focus the minds of businesses around the world on how to operate more sustainably. In the property sector, leading Spanish home builder Taylor […]

Energy certificate rating: « A » Developers have a huge opportunity to support the sustainable growth of the residential property sector, creating homes with eco-friendly features through thoughtful design and construction processes. But what does it take to achieve an ‘A’ energy certificate rating? Sales and Marketing Director at Taylor Wimpey España, explains that it’s about thinking […]

Property purchases Spain Foreigners accounted for 20.3% of purchases in H1 2022 (General Council of Notaries) Britons are the leading nationality of foreign buyers Brits are particularly drawn to Costa del Sol and Costa Blanca (Taylor Wimpey España) A report into the Spanish property market during the first six months of 2022 has revealed a […]

Pretty properties. Where to Stay Warm this Winter: Check Out the Costa del Sol  As the weather turns colder, there are plenty of reasons to look overseas in search of somewhere warmer to spend the winter. Spain is a particularly popular destination both for tourists and for those purchasing second homes to use for frequent […]

Spain golf properties The latest data from Spain’s National Statistics Institute highlights the enduring strength of the golf property market, showing that 22% more mortgage loans were signed in Malaga between January and July 2022, compared to the same period of 2021. Figures from leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España, show that reservations of […]

Golfers Spain: Costa del Sol property market booms as thousands more golfers take to the fairways in Spain Property prices in Malaga province up 8% in last year Taylor Wimpey España reports 38% increase in reservations by Brits Mortgage agreements in Malaga jump 22% in a year Number of golf licences in Spain rose by […]

Costa del Sol property market booms as thousands more golfers take to the fairways in Spain Property prices in Malaga province up 8% in last year Taylor Wimpey España reports 38% increase in reservations by Brits Mortgage agreements in Malaga jump 22% in a year Number of golf licences in Spain rose by 13,166 in 2021 […]

Costa del Sol enjoys post-pandemic golf property boom Newly released figures from Spanish real estate specialist Tinsa show that the province of Malaga enjoyed an 8.0% rise in house prices over the past year, as the Costa del Sol’s property market booms. Data from Spain’s National Statistics Institute also speak to the strength of the […]

Apartments with golf views: New Sunny Golf apartments provide frontline fairway views 98.7% of tourists would recommend golfing in the Costa del Sol 79.8% of golfers are employed, rather than retired Southern Spain and golf go hand in hand, particularly as the searing heat of summer gives way to long, comfortably warm autumn days that […]

Taylor Wimpey España launches new golf properties, as ‘Costa del Golf’ delivers income of €775M 7% of tourists would recommend golfing in the Costa del Sol 8% of golfers are employed, rather than retired New Sunny Golf apartments provide frontline fairway views Southern Spain and golf go hand in hand, particularly as the searing heat […]

Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España is launching a new range of apartments and penthouses at Estepona Golf in Malaga. Aptly named Sunny Golf, the first phase of the development, which will be completed in June 2024, will include 36 apartments and penthouses, with various layouts encompassing two or three bedrooms, two bathrooms, open […]

A view from Mallorca Taylor Wimpey España are in the property media talking Mallorca. ‘Mallorca’s Palma Airport is gearing up for its busiest ever September. Visitor numbers look set to top those seen in the same month during 2019, which was Mallorca’s busiest September to date, with 3.7 million arrivals.’ ‘The island’s property market is […]

Taylor Wimpey España, the Spanish division of the High Wycombe construction company, has reported a strong start to 2022. The firm, which sells second homes in Spain to international buyers, has said that it completed 203 homes between January and June 2022, compared to 84 completions during the same period in 2021. This is an […]

Mallorca’s Palma Airport is gearing up for its busiest ever September. Visitor numbers look set to top those seen in the same month during 2019, which was Mallorca’s busiest September to date, with 3.7 million arrivals. The island’s property market is also booming, with foreign buyers playing a major role in it. According to Q2 […]

From golden visas to the Golden Mile, this Costa del Sol city is glittering with new appeal — buy in from €250,000 Marbella is absolutely mad,” says David Thompson, who has spent hisfi rst summer in the Costa del Sol resort after relocating from Dubaiwith his wife, Carolyn. “The roads are jammed, the beaches packedand […]

Tourist arrivals set to beat previous high of September 2019 Balearic property market also booming, with highest average price in Spain, at €3,180/m² Balearic Islands saw 34.66% increase in home sales to foreigners in Q2 2022 (Colegio Registradores) Mallorca’s Palma Airport is gearing up for its busiest ever September. Visitor numbers look set to top […]

Newly release figures show that leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has delivered a strong performance during the first six months of 2022. The data show that the company completed 203 homes between January and June 2022, compared to 84 completions during the same period in 2021 – an increase of 142% – with an operating […]

Physical and mental wellbeing, relaxation and gastronomy all firmly in visitors’ sights Reservations by Brits up 129% YTD in July at Taylor Wimpey España New Solemar development in Casares Beach combines sea views with easy golf access Visitors to the Costa del Sol are making health and wellbeing, relaxation and local gastronomy their priorities, according […]

Taylor Wimpey España, the Spanish division of the High Wycombe construction company, has reported a strong start to 2022. The firm, which sells second homes in Spain to international buyers, has said that it completed 203 homes between January and June 2022, compared to 84 completions during the same period in 2021. This is an […]

Profit Taylor Wimpey: Spanish division reports profit margin of 26.7% Taylor Wimpey España, the Spanish division of the High Wycombe construction company, has reported a strong start to 2022. The firm, which sells second homes in Spain to international buyers, has said that it completed 203 homes between January and June 2022, compared to 84 […]

Explore Marbella Michelin star restaurants rub shoulders with designer boutiques in this glamorous city Marbella provides stunning beaches, world-class golf courses and spectacular local scenery Taylor Wimpey España delivers a versatile range of Marbella second homes Famous for its beautiful beaches and vibrant nightlife, Marbella is known as a playground for the rich and famous. It […]

Spain Show homes Taylor Wimpey España opens new show apartments in Costa Blanca, Costa del Sol and Mallorca (Spain). Buyers keen to visit developments in person, after restrictions of past 2.5 years Show home visitors asking about everything from customization to inclusion of furniture Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has announced the opening of four new […]

Spain property. Balearic Island visitor numbers up 386% in first 5 months of 2022 Mediterranean Coast property prices up 6.9% Taylor Wimpey España reveals new Bella Beach launch in Denia, Costa Blanca Visitors are returning to Spain in their millions, with popular coastal areas and Spanish islands welcoming travellers back with open arms after the past […]

As well as opening up international destinations for holidays, Ryanair’s new routes also bring with them the possibility of second home ownership overseas Ryanair has revealed it will be returning to Belfast International Airport. After a painful couple of years for the travel and tourism industry – and in particular for aviation – the carrier […]