Hi,
I looked all around the south east part of Spain and ended in Algorfa, which is between Alicante and Torrevieja, handy for airport and motorway. Still a Spanish village with a population of just over 1000 and close to La Finca golf course, some English people and within easy reach of others, so that is my choice, best of both worlds.
If you want any more help on buying or renting contact me on
damatt@tiscali.co.uk
Dave