Arenal and Montañar I condense the Mediterranean DNA of Jávea: walking to the beach without a car, having breakfast in front of the sea and returning at sunset along the Paseo Tenista David Ferrer. The older ones remember Easter in the Arenal, the "mona" with the family and that path by the water – the current Montañar I – when there were hardly any cars. Long before it became a social epicentre, this strip already fascinated Joaquín Sorolla, captivated by a light that mutates from sparkling white to the gold of sand and deep blues bouncing off the rock. This rough stone, calcareous sandstone from ancient dunes, models the profile of the First Muntanyar and explains part of the local architectural character: for centuries, blocks were extracted in coastal quarries and nearby caves until their exploitation was banned in the seventies to preserve the coastline.
At the end of the Arenal, the presence of Roman remains and the historical trace of the surroundings help to understand why this seafront has always been a meeting place. Over time, the promenade took shape, signature cocktails and restaurants gained prominence – with pioneers such as La Fontana in the sixties – and the area was consolidated as the cosmopolitan heart of Xàbia: apartments with sea views, penthouses with large terraces, properties on the first and second line and a lifestyle that is enjoyed twelve months a year. A few steps away, the Canal de la Fontana and the marina complete the picture for those who want to combine a home by the sea with sailing, paddle or kayaking, making Arenal & Montañar I a setting where history, landscape and daily comfort coexist naturally.
The only sandy beach in Xàbia concentrates the most vibrant atmosphere all year round: shallow waters, families, morning runs and a promenade where terraces, cafes and dinners in front of the sea are chained. Here the "walk-to-everything" is real: pharmacy, boutiques, beach clubs... and some of the most sought-after dining rooms.
Must-sees: Tula (1 MICHELIN), La Perla, Tosca, Geographic.
JÁVEA COMPANY (selection): Boheme, Chabada, Acqua, Achill, Julieta, Bambula.
Summer plan: day-to-night atmosphere, live music and summer cinema on the beach on certain nights.
While the Arenal offers the postcard of sand, Montañar I is the authentic shore: 1.9 km of rock and pebbles with natural pools for swimming, snorkelling, paddle surfing and kayaking. In season, beach bars dot the coast and the iconic La Siesta Beach Club sets the pace of the day: sun loungers, fresh cuisine and sunset drinks with the Montgó in the background.
What makes it unique: bathing on rough platforms, less overcrowding than the Arenal, 100% Mediterranean aesthetic.
The Canal de la Fontana connects the sea with the Marina Nou Fontana (more than 150 moorings): a perfect base for those who combine seaside property and nautical life. One street away, Avenida Augusta links Arenal and Puerto with a residential corridor in high demand for its tranquility, security and real proximity to the shore.
Star product "marina & canal": modern residential with swimming pool, gym and garage; excellent fit for families and boaters.
Avenida Augusta: gated communities, duplex penthouses with solarium, manicured gardens and walkability to beach and services.
The accommodation is in line with the level of the destination: gardens facing the sea, terraces with open views and wellness.
Parador de Jávea (4 stars): classic seafront with Mediterranean gardens.
Nomad Hotel Xàbia Port: design boutique and creative gastronomy.
Terra & Spa Ritual: Ibizan aesthetics and wellness approach.
Beyond the summer, the area operates twelve months a day: large-format supermarkets, medical centres, Xàbia International College, banks and frequent urban transport. The result is a second home that behaves like a first: practical, comfortable and supported by a stable service base.
For everyday use: supermarkets, pharmacy, clinic, banks, fitness.
Mobility: bus with connections to the Port, old town and other areas of Xàbia.
Families: international school and extracurricular offer.
International demand sustains a liquid and very selective market in first and second lines. The key is in views, terrace and real proximity to the sea. Modern apartments with amenities show agile rotation; penthouses with XXL terraces and villas near the shore are considered collector's assets.
Typologies with the best fit:
Apartments with sea views (line 1–2) for own use and short-let.
Penthouses with large terraces (Arenal / Augusta): top performer in mid & short stay.
Premium townhouses in urbanisations with swimming pool and gardens.
Exclusive villas near the sea (Montañar I / Arenal surroundings).
Indicative (non-binding) ranges:
Modern apartments from ~300.000 €.
Penthouses with large terrace from ~600.000 €.
Villas near or in front of the sea > €1.5 million, reaching higher figures in unique assets.
Strategies that work:
Buy-to-hold on the front line to preserve capital.
Value-add on Avenida Augusta (comprehensive renovation + turn-key).
Boat-lifestyle in Canal de la Fontana (property + mooring on request).
Mixed occupancy: summer short-let + mid-term (autumn-spring) to optimise annual yield.
Leadership note: our network of property finding (personal shopper) and access to off-market inventory / Private Collection allow us to present properties and villas that do not reach portals, accelerating decision-making with data, comparative pricing and technical and legal due diligence.
The only sandy beach in Jávea (Arenal).
Coastline of rough rock and natural pools (Montañar I).
High-level catering and signature cocktails.
La Siesta Beach Club and beach bars in season.
Real walkability: living by the sea and amenities.
Marina Nou Fontana and nautical lifestyle.
Avenida Augusta: premium urbanisations and duplex penthouses.
365-day services and international school.
Liquidity in apartments and high value in penthouses/villas.
Access to off-market / Private Collection with expert curation.
yes. It is the only sandy beach in Jávea/Xàbia, with shallow waters, lifeguards and services open most of the year: ideal for families and to "live on foot" on the beach.
It is a natural coastline of rough rock and pebbles with entrances to the sea on platforms. Perfect for snorkeling, paddle surfing and kayaking, and with less crowding than the Arenal in high season.
In the Arenal, the first line rests on the promenade; in Montañar I, it is the edge of the rocky coastline. The second line usually maintains real proximity to the sea (minutes walking), with a better view-price ratio.
The Arenal façade (immediate first/second line) and the Avenida Augusta corridor concentrate duplex penthouses with solariums and sea view apartments that are in high demand for their "walkability".
In the Arenal there are references such as *Tula (1 MICHELIN)**, La Perla, Tosca, Geographic, and the spaces of Jávea Company (Boheme, Chabada, Acqua, Achill, Julieta, Bambula). In Montañar I, La Siesta Beach Club and seasonal beach bars stand out.
Parador de Jávea (4 stars) facing gardens and sea, Nomad Hotel Xàbia Port (design boutique) and Ritual de Terra & Spa (wellness focus) cover everything from classic rooms to high-end contemporary options.
The canal connects the Arenal area with the sea and houses Marina Nou Fontana (moorings for contained lengths). It is the core of the "boat-lifestyle": living by the sea and going sailing in total comfort.
It connects Arenal and Puerto on the second line very close to the sea. It offers high-end urbanizations with swimming pool and gardens, duplex penthouses with large terraces, garages and the tranquility of a consolidated residential corridor.
yes. There are large format supermarkets, clinics and pharmacies, banks, Xàbia International College and frequent urban transport. It is a second home that functions as a first residence.
It is usually liquid and defensive. Apartments with views and penthouse-terraces show high absorption; Villas near the shore behave as collector's assets, with good preservation of long-term value.
As a non-binding reference: modern apartments from ~€300,000; penthouses with large terrace from ~€600,000; villas near or in front of the sea from €1.5 million, with higher figures in unique locations.
Yes, but it requires a tourist license/registration according to regional regulations and community statutes. It is advisable to check the urban compatibility and possible limitations before buying.
Many residential areas in Arenal and Avenida Augusta include a garage or basement. In Montañar I, surface parking is common; Some fincas offer private spaces or storage room.
The Arenal is livelier (promenade, beach clubs). To minimise noise: immediate second line, high floors and orientation towards patios/gardens. Montañar I is usually more serene, except for sections with beach bars.
East-southeast orientations maximize light and sea breezes. High floors and facades open to the Mediterranean add natural ventilation, views and thermal comfort much of the year.
From the Arenal or Avenida Augusta, the Port and the Historic Center are a few minutes away by car and are connected by bus. On foot or by bike, the route is flat and pleasant along stretches of coastline.
yes. In this area there is off-market inventory and discreet operations. A tailor-made property search (personal shopper) facilitates access to Private Collection, real comparisons and comprehensive due diligence before deciding.
Between the pulse of the Arenal and the serenity of the Montañar I, a luxury without stridency is revealed: the light of Sorolla on the rough, the breeze that comes from the Montgó and that simple habit of living by the sea. Here, choosing an apartment facing the Mediterranean, a penthouse with a panoramic terrace or a villa close to the shore transcends real estate; It is to belong to a landscape with Roman memory, seafaring trade and artisanal legacy, perfectly connected to modern life – from the promenade and its restaurants to the marina and the canal.
If you want to experience that continuity between history and present, we can organize a private and comparative property tour (first and second line, orientations, terraces, views) so that you can choose with certainty the property that best fits your way of living Arenal & Montañar I.
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