Ian

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Ian

Owner from Tonbridge, United Kingdom

About

Ian Fishwick is the Chairman of a public company listed on the Stock Exchange in the UK. He also sits on the Cabinet Office SME Panel as a small business policy advisor. When I get off the plane, with that sudden blast of heat, I can’t wait to drive past the rugged landscape of small mountains on the way to the stunning turquoise sea. Every time I go to the villa I feel as though the whole world has slowed down and I’m now on Spanish time. There are loads of things to do close by, or you can simply do nothing by your own private pool in an arched courtyard. Enjoy.

1 property


61 reviews

Couple from Glasgow, United Kingdom

William

★★★★★
Couple from Glasgow, United Kingdom · October 2026
Had a brilliant time, everything you could need is there, shops within easy driving distance

Couple from Jersey, Jersey

Sandra

★★★★★
Couple from Jersey, Jersey · September 2026
This is our fifth time at the property and again we had a wonderful stay. We love the area and it's not far to drive to the centre of Moraira where there are lots of lovely restaurants, shops and a beautiful beach. There are three supermarkets a five minute drive away which have plenty of choice. You have everything you need for your holiday at the villa. It has recently had an upgrade so everything looks clean and fresh. Andy and Jaqui are always nearby should you have any problems, we didn't but always good to know they're on hand. The pool is fabulous for relaxing and swimming in the beautiful sunshine. Another fabulous holiday. We will definitely return again. 😊

Couple from Didcot, South Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Gary

★★★★★
Couple from Didcot, South Oxfordshire, United Kingdom · July 2026
Another wonderful stay at this villa, our second time around. It really is just a wonderful place to relax. Along with being superbly clean, well well maintained and equipped. It has everything you could possible need, excellent WiFi, and a very useful dongle to watch English tv if you ever have the urge. The recommendations by the landlord were excellent. We took a trip to Altea old town, it was beautiful and had probably one of the best Tapas meals we’ve had in our numerous visits to Spain. We also ventured into Moraira to have a fantastic meal at El Chamizo it was superb, we were fortunate to get a table, I recommend you book in advance (all the tables except ours had reservation plaques). Both great recommendations from the landlord.. thank you. Another very happy stay at this wonderful villa.

Couple from Jersey, Jersey

Sandra

★★★★★
Couple from Jersey, Jersey · August 2025
We had another wonderful stay at the villa, it was our third time there and we have booked again for next year. The villa is clean and bright, has everything you need and has a fabulous pool for cooling off on hot days. It is only a 15 minute drive to the centre of Moraira where there are lots of lovely bars and restaurants. There is a book at the villa containing lots of useful information, including interesting places to visit and some excellent restaurant recommendations.
Ian

Reply from Ian

Hi Sandra, many thanks for your kind comments and repeat bookings, We're glad you love the villa as much as we do.

Family from Bjaeverskov, Denmark

Stig

★★★★★
Family from Bjaeverskov, Denmark · July 2025
Lovely villa, pool and area. A very little issue with pool got sorted the next day - so great service from Andy! Lovely drive with lovely views to and from the villa. We did have a very bad smell most days from one of the bathroom drains. This is supposed to be sorted soon though. Kitchen could need a prober coffee machine or a small Nespresso , and we missed a permanent covered terrace with a view. Terrace awning very sensitive towards wind and therefor often rolled in automatic. Also trees took most of the view.

Friends from Burbage Hinckley , United Kingdom

stephen

★★★★★
Friends from Burbage Hinckley , United Kingdom · July 2025
Fantastic
Ian

Reply from Ian

Hi Stephen, thank you so much. Glad you loved the villa. Ian

Family from Sheffield, United Kingdom

Patrick

★★★★★
Family from Sheffield, United Kingdom · August 2024
We stayed here for 10 days. The kids loved the pool and were in it most days. The villa was really clean and well equipped. There were some inflatables the kids used in the pool. Plenty of towels and beds were comfortable. It was really hot while we were there so the Air Con was a god send. The villa is located on the side of a large hill / mountain so there are no beaches within walking distance. The nearest is down a long steep path and is stoney. The closest sandy beach was unbelievabley busy. We had to go 40 minutes north until we found a beach that wasn't rammed. A car is essential as the complex the villa is located in is just villas. There are no shops, restaurants within walking distance we could find. Closest shop was 10 minutes drive which was fine but without a car you'd not get to the villa or be able to do much. Overall the area was nice we had a lovely 10 days.
Ian

Reply from Ian

Hi Patrick, I’m really glad you and your family had a great time. The villa is on a mountain, so we stress that you need a car and shops are 5 minutes drive. There are a variety of stunning beaches listed in the notebook about the villa. The area has magnificent cliffs with beaches in coves as well as more traditional sandy beaches. The prettiest pebbly beaches are at Portixtol, Grenadella and Cala Moraig on Cumbre del Sol. The sandy, more touristy beaches are at Moraira, Arenal and Javea.

Family from Lytham St Annes, United Kingdom

NIGEL

★★★★★
Family from Lytham St Annes, United Kingdom · July 2024
A fabulous apartment with a great swimming pool. We had a lovely time. Our only issue was with the speed of the internet which was dreadfully slow at times. The TV ran off that so it constantly buffered. My mobile internet was a bit better but not much. You are very high up. Overall a great villa and we really enjoyed our time there.

Family from Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Ian

★★★★★
Family from Edinburgh, United Kingdom · July 2024
Just back from a wonderful 16 days stay at the villa. Great location at the top of the hill. (Car is a must) swimming pool was great with both sun and shade available when wanted. Fresh lemons were picked from the rear garden for use in our drinks. There are plenty of quality towels included in the villa. The washing machine and dishwasher are so handy. Air con was great to chill the villa when needed. Usually and nice breeze each day as you are high up the hill and also no flies which is even better. Our host waited for us even thou we were late arriving and even organised a welcome basket as they knew the shops would be closed when we got their. There is a great book in the villa that gives you loads of details of the surrounding areas and things to do. This was our 4th trip to the Moraira area and it was brilliant as always. The Internet works well via WiFi that the villa has and also we got 4g on our phones. All in all a great experience.

Couple from Derby, United Kingdom

IAN

★★★★★
Couple from Derby, United Kingdom · June 2024
We spent weeks searching for a villa where we could have a week of peace and quiet, not be isolated but yet not overlooked or disturbed at the same time. After reading the reviews we settled on 79 lirios... and it was perfect. It is a beautiful villa, very well maintained, with an amazing enclosed pool. We were met by Andy and Jacqui who told us all we need to know, the bed was very comfortable (which matters!) and the villa has everything you would need. The scenery is out of this world and the whole journey from Alicante to the villa is just breathtaking!! (Especially the Cumbre!!) Ian has put a LOT of work into a handwritten guide book to the property and also the area which is a first class read - please take time to read it it is packed with information. We recommend visiting Moraira it is beautiful. Although you staying up a mountain there are plenty of shops at the bottom - Mercadona, Aldi, Carrefour, petrol station and an 'El Corte Chino' which is like having Amazon/Temu etc. laid out in a huge store in front of you. You'll find quite a few of these in Spain they've got EVERYTHING!!!. But a special mention again about the pool/pool area it is fantastic, clean well maintained and you will not want to get out! The sun seemed to have it like a warm bath by lunchtime. All in all don't hesitate - if you are reading this, just book it. But.... one thing I will mention you WILL need a car, remember you are staying up a mountain. Thank you Ian, Andy and Jacqui.
Ian

Reply from Ian

Hi, I’m really pleased you had such a great time. Over the years I’ve kept adding more and more notes about the local area. It’s so easy to go somewhere and know nothing about what is close by. Glad you appreciated my book of notes. Ian