Gran Canaria - A Place in the Sun

Gran Canaria is the third largest island in the Canaries and can be reached from the UK with a 4 and a half hour flight. It’s best known resorts are Las Palmas and Maspolomas but we’ll be searching along the west coast between them, in and around the town of Vecindario; a traditional spot with a pretty public park and a fantastic food market which is always filled with locals. It’s a 45 minute walk to the coast from here, but the charming rocky coves and pebbled beaches are worth the effort. And with other quaint little towns to explore nearby, like Ingenio and Aguimes, it’s the perfect place to enjoy a more authentic life in the sun.

We’re starting off in Vecindario. This area is made up of townhouses and estates, which were constructed in response to the increasing demand for housing in this working town - so residents are mostly locals. This first property is in perfect condition - it consists of an entrance hall, living room, kitchen, patio, bathroom, storage room and garage on the ground floor, plus three bedrooms, a bathroom and balcony on the top floor. View the property here.

Valued at £114,407 at the time of filming.

Next we’re heading to Los Llanos which is a larger area within the town of Vecindario. This penthouse apartment comes with a great size terrace, a modern open-plan living/dining room and a kitchen, as well as two double bedrooms and a shower room. This property is no longer available.

Valued at £127,119 at the time of filming.

The next property is a three-bed bungalow in Sardina Sur with a large roof terrace. This property is no longer available.

Valued at £123,305 at the time of filming

Ingenio is a traditional town 4 miles inland and 12 hundred meters above sea level. Its dotted with pretty squares, narrow streets and the beautiful La Candelaria church. This property is a three-bed townhouse. It's no longer on the market, but you can contact the agent here.

Valued at £118,644 at the time of filming.

Our fifth and final property is back in Vecindario. It's a three-bed, two-bath apartment with a terrace. No longer available view more from the agent here.

Valued at £143,983 at the time of filming.

This luxury four-bedroom villa is nestled in Monte León with spectacular views. It has a library and a 60 m2 swimming pool! Visit the agent's website.

Valued at £2.100,000 at the time of filming