This detached Mediterranean villa stands in Altea Hills near Altea la Vella, on the northern Costa Blanca. The property offers 364 m² of living space on a private plot of 2,100 m², with four bedrooms, four bathrooms, two swimming pools and a separate two-storey apartment. Built in 1970 and now key-ready, it combines sea and mountain views with gardens, terraces, a garage and private parking. The asking price is fixed at €1,600,000. Beaches, marinas and golf facilities lie within a few kilometres of the property.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The villa sits at approximately 150 metres above sea level on the hillside between Altea la Vella and the coast. The nearest beach, Platja de la Barreta de Gualda, lies 0.9 km away as the crow flies, reached via a steep gradient of about 13.6%. A small marina is 1.2 km distant, and Altea Club de Golf is 1.8 km away in a straight line.
The house accommodates a household needing four bedrooms and four bathrooms, plus independent guest space in the separate apartment. Two private pools, a summer kitchen with snack bar, covered terraces, storage and utility rooms, air conditioning and an alarm system support extended family living and entertaining. Parking is covered by a garage and private parking spaces.
This is not a new-build development. The villa dates from 1970 and is offered as an existing, key-ready home, which means it can be occupied directly after purchase. Its 1970s origin implies that renovation needs and technical condition should be assessed through an independent survey, as with any property of this age.
The property does not form part of a new-build project with developer guarantees or a phased delivery schedule. There is no mention of underfloor heating, a heat pump, home automation or seafront access in the provided data. The steep gradient to the beach, the 1970 construction year and the hillside location limit accessibility on foot for some residents.
This property suits buyers seeking an established, characterful villa rather than a new development. It fits households that want space for visiting family or independent guests, since the separate apartment provides genuine privacy for two parties. Buyers who entertain outdoors will find the summer kitchen, snack bar and dual pools aligned with that use. It also suits those who value views and seclusion over walkability. The elevated position and panoramic sea and mountain outlook are central to the property's appeal, and buyers should be comfortable with a car-based daily routine and steep terrain on foot routes to the coast. The 1970 construction year is a relevant factor for two buyer types. For those wanting a move-in-ready home, the key-ready status allows immediate occupancy, subject to a technical inspection. For those open to modernisation, the plot size and structure offer scope to update systems and finishes over time, budgeted separately from the asking price. Finally, the location works for buyers drawn to the northern Costa Blanca's quieter character, Altea's old town, the marinas at Campomanes and Altea, and the Bernia mountain backdrop, rather than the denser resort strips further south.
The villa's interior reflects its Mediterranean character: photographic material shows arched tiled niches with shelving, marble wall finishes in the master bedroom and traditional styling consistent with a 1970s residence that has been maintained and updated. The documented features, air conditioning, an alarm system, covered and private terraces, a storage room and a utility room, indicate a property equipped for year-round living rather than seasonal use only. Buyers should nonetheless approach a house of this age with a technical checklist. Typical points for assessment in 1970s villas include electrical wiring, plumbing, insulation standards, window glazing and pool installations. The data provided does not specify the age of the kitchen, bathrooms or climate systems, so an independent survey is the reliable route to establishing condition and any upcoming maintenance costs. The external infrastructure is substantial: a 2,100 m² plot with established planting, two separate swimming pools, a summer kitchen with snack bar, a garage and private parking. Two pools on one property means double the maintenance regime, filtration, cleaning and wintering, which is worth factoring into annual running costs. Overall, the finishing level reads as traditional Mediterranean with period detailing, marble accents and functional equipment. Buyers seeking contemporary minimalist interiors or the latest energy technology should expect to invest in refurbishment to reach that standard.
The villa is offered as an existing home with a fixed asking price of €1,600,000, not a starting price within a range. The price reflects the property's scale: 364 m² of living area, a 2,100 m² private plot, two pools, a separate apartment, garage and sea views. Within the immediate market, the comparable Villa Sa Roqueta in Altea Hills is listed from €1,650,000, which places this property slightly below a nearby new-build benchmark. Costs beyond the purchase price, transfer tax, notary fees and annual running costs for a property of this size with two pools and extensive grounds, should be calculated separately.
Daily life in this villa revolves around its outdoor spaces and its layered layout. The main house is arranged over two floors: the principal rooms on the ground floor and a master suite upstairs, with a private bathroom and a terrace oriented towards the sea. A second, independent apartment across the plot has an open-plan bedroom below and a living room with kitchen and terrace above, making it workable for guests, extended family or rental use, subject to local regulations. The plot of 2,100 m² provides green areas, two separate pools and a summer kitchen with a poolside snack bar, which extends the living season well beyond the four months when sea temperatures exceed 20°C. Mornings can begin on the covered terrace with views over the bay; afternoons lend themselves to swimming without leaving the property. The surrounding area is residential and quiet, with ten restaurants and one café within a two-kilometre radius. Larger shopping and service needs require a trip to Altea or Calp. A car is practical here: the hillside gradient of roughly 13.6% towards the sea means walking routes are demanding, though viewpoints such as Arc de Bèrnia at 2.4 km reward the effort. Public transport exists, five lines and twelve stops are registered in the area, but services are limited compared with the towns along the coast. Train stations at Olla Altea, Calp and Altea, at 2.3 to 5.5 km straight-line distance, connect the area to the regional rail network.
The immediate surroundings of Altea Hills and Altea la Vella are residential and green, with mountain slopes rising directly behind the property. Ten restaurants within two kilometres cover everyday dining, while a single café indicates the limited commercial density typical of a hillside neighbourhood. Daily groceries, pharmacies and services lie in Altea la Vella or Altea town, both within a short drive. The coast offers three beaches within 1.5 km as the crow flies: Platja de la Barreta de Gualda at 0.9 km, Platja de la Solsida at 1.0 km and Platja del Mascarat at 1.5 km. The 13.6% gradient means the walk down is steep, and the return journey more so; most residents drive to the shore. Marinas at Campomanes (1.2 km), Puerto Blanco (4.2 km) and Port d'Altea (6.3 km) provide mooring and waterfront dining. Sports facilities include the Mascarat centre at 1.8 km and the Joan Montiel complex at 2.2 km. Train access via Olla Altea (2.3 km), Calp (4.4 km) and Altea (5.5 km) connects the area along the coastal rail line towards Alicante and Denia.
The map shows the villa's hillside position between Altea la Vella and the coast. Note the concentration of beaches and the Campomanes marina within 1.5 km, the golf club to the south-east, and the road connections towards Altea, Calp and the AP-7 motorway. All distances are straight-line.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Altea Hills occupies the elevated ground between Altea la Vella and the Mascarat headland, on the northern Costa Blanca roughly midway between Alicante (51 km straight-line) and Valencia (97 km). The position combines hillside privacy with proximity to Altea's old town and Calp's services. Within the wider region, the area is characterised by lower building density, marina-based leisure and the Bernia mountain backdrop, distinguishing it from the high-rise strips around Benidorm and Alicante. For international buyers, the dual airport access via Alicante and Valencia is a defining logistical feature of this part of the coast.
By car, the property connects to the N-332 and AP-7 motorway corridor, the main artery of the northern Costa Blanca. Alicante lies 51 km away in a straight line, Elche 72 km and Valencia 97 km, making both regional cities reachable for day trips. Alicante-Elche Airport is approximately 62 km as the crow flies, with Valencia Airport at roughly 103 km as an alternative for international flights; Malaga Airport, 451 km distant, is not a practical option. Distances cited are straight-line figures, and actual road distances are longer given the coastal topography. Beach access is 0.9 km in a direct line but involves the steep descent. Golfers reach Altea Club de Golf at 1.8 km, with Club de Golf Ifach (11.6 km) and Meliá Villaitana (14.9 km) further afield. Public transport exists with five lines and twelve stops nearby, but frequency is limited, and a car remains the practical mode for most journeys.
| Beach Distance | 0.9 km |
| Alicante-Elche (ALC) | 62 km |
| Valencia (VLC) | 103 km |
| Olla Altea | 2.3 km |
| Calp | 4.4 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data points to a typical Mediterranean pattern: an average annual temperature of 17.9°C and a swimming season of roughly four months when sea water holds at 20°C or above, generally June through September. The villa's elevation of 152 metres brings slightly cooler evenings than the shoreline and reliable ventilation from the sea breeze. The hillside setting places the property between two natural systems: the Mediterranean to the east and the Sierra de Bèrnia to the west. Viewpoints at Arc de Bèrnia (2.4 km), Mirador del Forat de Bèrnia (2.7 km) and Mirador Monte Toix (3.6 km) mark established hiking routes accessible within minutes. The terrain is steep, a 13.6% gradient towards the sea, which shapes both the views and the physical effort of walking routes. Garden maintenance on sloping ground is another practical consideration.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches lie within 1.5 km of the property: Platja de la Barreta de Gualda, Platja de la Solsida and Platja del Mascarat, the last named adjacent to the cliffs below the Mascarat sports centre. These are smaller coves and bay beaches rather than broad urban strands, in keeping with the character of this stretch of coast between Altea and Calp. Water-based recreation centres on the marinas: Port Esportiu Luis Campomanes at 1.2 km is the closest, offering moorings and waterside facilities, with Puerto Blanco and Port d'Altea further along the bay. Golf options begin with Altea Club de Golf at 1.8 km, a compact course suited to regular play, while Club de Golf Ifach (11.6 km) and Meliá Villaitana (14.9 km) provide full 18-hole alternatives. On the property itself, two private pools and the summer kitchen cover daily recreation without travel, effectively extending the outdoor season beyond the four-month sea-swimming window.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11.2°C | 59 mm |
| February | 12.1°C | 26 mm |
| March | 13.4°C | 99 mm |
| April | 15.2°C | 59 mm |
| May | 18.7°C | 36 mm |
| June | 23.1°C | 14 mm |
| July | 25.9°C | 9 mm |
| August | 26.1°C | 28 mm |
| September | 22.9°C | 73 mm |
| October | 19.3°C | 55 mm |
| November | 14.9°C | 43 mm |
| December | 12.4°C | 53 mm |
Very Steep
Ref: VL629996
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within its immediate market, this villa's fixed price of €1,600,000 sits just below Villa Sa Roqueta in the same Altea Hills area, listed from €1,650,000. The comparison is instructive: the newer project carries a modest premium, while this property counters with a larger established plot, two pools and independent guest accommodation, features that new-build villas in this segment rarely combine at a comparable price point. Looking wider along the Costa Blanca, the price gap with inland alternatives is substantial. Oceanic Apartments in Rojales start from €475,000 and Nueva Daya Villa in Daya Nueva from €380,000, both appealing on cost, but located inland, well away from the sea views, marinas and mountain backdrop that define Altea Hills. A buyer choosing this villa over those options is paying for elevation, coastal proximity and mature grounds rather than square metres alone. Altea Hills itself occupies a specific niche on the northern Costa Blanca: quieter and lower-density than Benidorm or Alicante, with Altea's whitewashed old town and Calp's full service infrastructure both within a short drive. The regional demand base reflects this, the area draws northern European second-home buyers and retirees seeking the Mediterranean climate without resort-style density. The average annual temperature of 17.9°C and a four-month sea-swimming season match the coastal norm; the differentiator is the terrain, which delivers views and privacy but demands car-based daily life. Buyers comparing this property with coastal-flat alternatives elsewhere on the Costas should weigh that trade-off, hillside character and outlook versus walkable convenience, as the central decision factor.
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