We were first drawn to this area by the stunningly beautiful Lake Negratin, which is only a 20 minute drive from our spacious Spanish home. We love Canilies because of its old Spain charm with piazas and outdoor bars serving free tapas with drinks. There is beautiful national parkland and the lakeside beach invites with inexpensive bars and an uncrowded beach. There really is something for everyone here. The area is easily accessible to Malaga and Almaria airports on empty motorways.