Property in Spain may be ideal for active people

People looking for a place in the sun but not willing to compromise an active lifestyle may want to opt for property in Spain's Balearics.

The island of Mallorca in particular has a range of activities for those looking for leisure opportunities, including a number of cycling routes.

Steep mountains in Sant Salvador near Felanitx provide excellent opportunities for people with bicycles, whereas the Tramuntana peaks have a gentler route.

Overseas investors who prefer a more relaxing life may also wish to consider buying property in Spain's Son Vida region.

The Mallorcan province is home to the island's first ever golf course, and enthusiasts can now sample the fairways at half a dozen resorts stretching from Alcanada in the north to Vall d'Or in the south-east.

Buying agent Jan Westwood recently told CountryLife that those looking to buy property in Spain can get cheap homes in Mallorca, as some prices have dropped by up to 30 per cent.