Getting Started
Welcome to 3 Orchids. We are Emer & Eoin and we've recently bought the apartment as a second home. We're thoroughly enjoying spending part of our lives in the wonderful Canarian sunshine. When we're not in Lanzarote, we love to share our home with family, friends and guests. We really hope you enjoy your stay in our lovely apartment - it really is a home from home, but with sun, sea and sand!
The property is situated in a quiet development with just 24 units, some of which have permanent residents. We hugely appreciate our guests respecting this and our lovely neighbours.
Important First Steps
Keys - DO NOT Lock Yourselves Out!
Always ensure there is a spare key in the key lock box. If you exit the apartment without your key and pull the door closed, you are locked out!
WiFi
The details, and a QR code for quick setup, are on the wall to the right of the TV.
Safe
Located in the wardrobe of the main bedroom. While the complex is very safe and secure, it is always advisable to lock your valuables away.
No Smoking Indoors or at the Pool Area
Smoking is permitted on the terrace where you will find an ashtray.
The Bins
Given the usual high temperatures here, it's a good idea to dispose of your rubbish daily.
- General bin: Exit the main gate, turn left & walk less than 2 minutes. Opposite the 'Haria' supermarket you'll find a general bin.
- Recycling: Exit the main gate, turn right and walk to the 1st junction on the right. You'll find a bank of bins for general waste and recycling - 3 minute walk. Each bin is marked clearly, with separate bins for bottles, plastic & cans, cardboard & paper, and general.
Toilet & Bathroom
Drains in Lanzarote are not robust. DO NOT place anything other than toilet paper in the toilet. NO wipes, regardless of if they say flushable, and NO sanitary products.
Housekeeping
For stays longer than 1 week, there will be a change of bed linen and towels. The management company, Sovereign Property Management will look after this. You can contact them by SMS or WhatsApp on +34 674 09 25 55. Be sure to include 'Three Orchids' in your message to identify our apartment. Pool towels are supplied too - please do not bring these to the beach.
TV Operation
Turn on and control the TV with the long, slim remote control, embossed with the logo 'Xiaomi'. For live TV, use the app TiviMate - under 'Your Apps', it is the first app on the left. There you will find the main Irish and UK terrrestrial channels, along with some news and kids channels. The ususal streaming apps are also available, but not signed in. If you add your own account details to Netflix or Prime Video apps, don't forget to remove them before you leave!
The Swimming Pool
As this is a private complex, there is no daily 'tidy up' of the pool area, so we request that sunbeds are returned to their original positions at the end of the day. Also please do not use the pool shower for washing off sand after a day at the beach - the sand clogs the pool filters, many thanks.
NO GLASS IN POOL AREA - You will find plastic glasses in the apartment.
Shops & Supermarkets
Haria
2 minutes walk away, perfect for picking up water & some other basics.
Lidl
7 minute walk on the flat, no hills - well stocked and modern. Open 7 days.
Mercadona
5 minutes walk down the steep hill & back up again. However, other routes back up are not as steep. Closed on Sundays and holidays (may be open on Sundays during August).
NOTE: Online ordering & delivery to your accommodation is available. Download the Mercadona App.
Spar
Many Spars dotted around - very comprehensive shops with all you need locally.
Pharmacies
Farmacia Lanzarote - Molina PĂ©rez
https://maps.app.goo.gl/iaDqTrscpxfjKGYU8
Another Farmacia, not marked on Google Maps, but it is directly across the street from this Burger King: C. Juan Carlos I, 35, 35510 TĂas, Las Palmas https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZUnecG6jZahe5MYt6
Doctors or Medical Attention
If you need medical attention, or a prescription urgently filled, we advise you to go to the Medical Centre in Tias (10 mins in taxi) Centro Salud. It is a 24-hour, 7-day week service. You will need to bring your EHIC card and your passport with you. The treatment is excellent and free.
You will see Doctors Surgeries located in the resort of Puerto del Carmen. These are private clinics and charge accordingly!