A detached, traditionally styled L-shaped villa completed in 1983, situated on an elevated plot of 5,287 m² between El Madroñal and northern San Pedro de Alcántara in Benahavís, Málaga. The property offers 578 m² of built space across two floors and a basement, with four bedrooms and four bathrooms, underfloor heating on the ground floor, air conditioning and a fireplace. The plot includes approximately 4,000 m² of flat garden with mature vegetation and a private pool measuring 8 x 12 metres. Listed at €3,650,000, the villa requires renovation and is positioned inland, roughly 6.6 km from the nearest beaches and 48 km from Málaga airport.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The property lies between El Madroñal and the northern edge of San Pedro de Alcántara, with the urbanisation entrance on the Ronda road, west of La Quinta. It sits at the highest level of the urbanisation, inland from the coast at an elevation of about 204 metres. Sea views extend over El Paraíso towards the African coast. A car is required for daily travel; the nearest supermarket is 3.7 km away.
The villa functions as a substantial family residence with four bedrooms, four bathrooms and a guest toilet. Living space is divided across three areas, one with a large fireplace and dining corner, plus three integrated terraces. The basement contains a self-contained bedroom with en-suite bathroom and storage. Parking comprises a two-car garage and open space for approximately ten vehicles, supporting households with multiple cars or visiting guests.
This is not a new-build project. The villa was completed in 1983 (indicative) and its listed condition is 'renovation required'. Buyers should budget for modernisation works beyond the purchase price. The plot is zoned under the PGOU '97 Benahavís as urban residential, single-family dwelling, with a minimum plot size equal to the existing 5,287 m², 25% buildability and 25% occupancy, two storeys of 7 m and 3 m boundary setbacks.
The property requires renovation; it is not delivered in move-in condition. It is located inland, so no beach is within walking distance. Public transport is limited to one line and one stop. There is one primary school within the area, and international schooling requires travel of roughly 6 km. These are factual constraints of the location and condition rather than matters of suitability.
Ref: VL457992
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property matches several recognisable buyer situations. First, buyers seeking a substantial plot with privacy in the Benahavís hills who intend to undertake a renovation project: the combination of 5,287 m² of urban land, an elevated position and existing structure of 578 m² provides a base for a comprehensive upgrade, and the planning report of January 2024 confirms the zoning parameters. Second, households needing space for guests or multi-generational living: four bedrooms plus a basement en-suite, ten-car external parking and multiple living areas accommodate visiting family without redesign. Third, golf-orientated buyers: La Zagaleta's course is 2.2 km away, Marbella Club Golf Resort 2.3 km and El Higueral 2.8 km, making daily golf practical. Fourth, buyers prioritising views and quiet over coastal walkability: sea views towards the African coast, forest and mountain views, and a rural setting are defining features, while beach access at roughly 6.6 km requires a short drive. It fits less well for buyers wanting new-build condition, walkable amenities, or frequent use of public transport, since the listing states renovation is required and local transit is limited to one line and one stop.
The villa's construction and finish reflect its 1983 origin, interpreted through a traditional format: the L-shaped layout, open entrance patio with fountain and fireplace-centred living area are characteristic of that period of Andalusian residential building. Technical systems include underfloor heating across the entire ground floor, air conditioning and satellite television, indicating staged upgrading over the property's life. The condition is explicitly listed as 'renovation required', so prospective buyers should commission a full technical survey covering electrical installations, plumbing, insulation and damp before purchase. Features already in place include fitted wardrobes, a covered terrace, a private terrace, a solarium and a large fireplace. The pool at 8 x 12 metres is larger than standard for the region and is a private facility within the plot. External space provision is substantial: a garage for two cars, a storage room, and open parking for approximately ten vehicles. The urbanistic report dated January 2024 establishes that the plot complies with the PGOU '97 for Benahavís as urban residential single-family housing, with buildability of 25% and occupancy of 25%, two storeys up to 7 m and 3 m setbacks to boundaries, parameters relevant to anyone considering extension or remodelling. In summary, the material state is original-to-dated with partial modernisation, and the realistic budget includes a full refurbishment programme.
The property is listed at €3,650,000. For context within Benahavís, comparable detached villas in the dataset include La Finca de Jasmine from €2,650,000, Zoe Luxe from €3,250,000 and Villa Solis from €3,900,000, placing this listing in the middle-to-upper band of the local market. The price reflects land as much as buildings: 5,287 m² of urban-zoned land with significant permitted buildability under the current planning framework. Buyers should factor renovation costs on top of the purchase price, given the listed condition and the 1983 construction date. Delivery is immediate in the sense that the property is complete, but habitability after purchase depends on the scope of works undertaken.
Daily life at this property revolves around its plot and setting rather than its proximity to the coast. The villa occupies the highest position within its urbanisation, which the listing associates with full privacy, and the surrounding area is rural and quiet between Benahavís village and the San Pedro corridor. The garden is park-like in character with mature vegetation, and the pool is larger than typical at 8 x 12 metres, which shapes how the outdoor space is used for much of the year. The entrance sequence, a large square open patio with a small water fountain, sets the tone of a traditional Andalusian layout. Inside, the ground floor holds 402 m² built plus 100 m² of terraces, with a kitchen including breakfast area and storage, three bedrooms and three bathrooms, and a living space divided into three areas, one centred on a large fireplace with a dining corner. Three terraces are integrated into the living zones, orientated east, south and west, so sun moves through the outdoor spaces across the day. Underfloor heating runs throughout the ground floor, complemented by air conditioning and the fireplace. The basement adds 176 m² including a bedroom with en-suite bathroom, storage and garage space. Practical errands require driving: the nearest supermarket is 3.7 km away, the pharmacy 707 m, and a hospital 6.5 km. Fourteen restaurants, four cafés, three banks and a primary school lie within a 2 km radius, so the immediate surroundings are not deserted, but the rhythm of life here is car-based and home-centred rather than walkable-urban.
The setting is a quiet, inland residential zone between El Madroñal and northern San Pedro, forested and rural in character, with Benahavís village, a municipality of about 9,472 inhabitants across 145 km², as the administrative centre. Everyday infrastructure within a 2 km radius includes fourteen restaurants, four cafés, three banks, one pharmacy and one primary school, plus municipal sports facilities at 0.7, 0.9 km (sports hall, municipal gym and pools). The nearest supermarket is 3.7 km and the hospital 6.5 km. An EV charging point stands 277 m from the property, with a Tesla Supercharger in Estepona at 7.4 km. Marbella lies 14 km away with roughly 148,000 inhabitants, providing full urban services. Public transport is minimal, one line, one stop, so a car, realistically two, is part of daily life. Viewpoints such as Mirador del Tajo del Novio (0.6 km) and Mirador de la Charca de los Tubos (1.2 km) indicate the walking and hiking opportunities in the surrounding hills.
The map shows the property's position in the hills behind the western Costa del Sol: Benahavís municipality, between Marbella 14 km to the east and Estepona to the south-west. Notable nearby references include the three golf courses within 2.8 km, the coastal strip at 6.6 km, and the A-7/AP-7 corridor connecting to Málaga airport. The terrain rises from the coast to the property's 204 m elevation, which accounts for the sea and mountain views.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
The property occupies an inland, elevated position within Benahavís municipality, roughly 7 km from the coast as the crow flies and 14 km from Marbella. Estepona and the western Costa del Sol lie to the south-west, Ronda inland to the north-west. The immediate setting, El Madroñal to one side, La Quinta to the east, San Pedro de Alcántara to the south, places it within the established residential belt between Marbella and Benahavís village, known for gated urbanisations and golf courses rather than dense town life. Málaga city, at 60 km, and Algeciras, at 56 km, define the regional frame.
Straight-line distances frame accessibility: beaches at Playa del Saladillo and Playa Isdabe lie 6.6, 6.7 km away, reached by car in roughly 10, 15 minutes. Málaga-Costa del Sol airport is approximately 51 km by straight line (48 km by road measure in the dataset), a drive of around 40, 45 minutes; Gibraltar airport is a comparable ~50 km to the west. Puerto Deportivo José Banús marina is 8.7 km distant. Golf is the closest recreation: La Zagaleta's course at 2.2 km, Marbella Club Golf Resort at 2.3 km and El Higueral at 2.8 km. The international school nearest to the property, The International School of Estepona, is 6.0 km away. All these distances confirm that the location rewards car ownership and rewards proximity to golf, while coastal and airport journeys are short drives rather than walks.
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 50 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 51 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
Benahavís sits at approximately 204 metres above sea level on mountainous terrain between Marbella, Estepona and Ronda. The climate data show an average annual temperature of 18.1°C with seasonal averages of 12, 26°C, and approximately 3,846 sunshine hours per year, a figure consistent with one of Europe's sunniest coastlines. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or above, runs about four months, though the private pool on site extends outdoor bathing beyond the sea season. The elevated position explains both the sea views over El Paraíso towards Africa and the panoramic mountain and forest outlooks. The plot itself contains roughly 4,000 m² of flat ground within its 5,287 m², with mature planting, so the microclimate within the garden is moderated by established vegetation. Walking terrain in the surrounding area is hilly, relevant for anyone considering walks from the door.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020, 2025 average)
The nearest beaches, Playa del Saladillo and Playa Isdabe, lie 6.6, 6.7 km from the property on the Estepona, San Pedro coastal strip. Recreational provision is otherwise dominated by golf: three courses within 2.8 km, La Zagaleta Country Club, Marbella Club Golf Resort and El Higueral, place the property in one of the densest golf corridors on the Costa del Sol. Municipal sports infrastructure in Benahavís includes a sports hall (0.7 km), a municipal gymnasium (0.8 km) and municipal pools (0.9 km), with the dataset recording 25 sports facilities in the wider area. For maritime leisure, Puerto Deportivo José Banús is 8.7 km away. Hiking and viewpoint visits are local options, with two miradors within 1.2 km. This distribution means recreation here is primarily land-based, golf, walking, garden and pool, with the beach as a short drive rather than a daily feature.
25 Facilities Available
Source: OpenStreetMap, CSD
The property occupies an inland, elevated position within Benahavís municipality, roughly 7 km from the coast as the crow flies and 14 km from Marbella. Estepona and the western Costa del Sol lie to the south-west, Ronda inland to the north-west. The immediate setting, El Madroñal to one side, La Quinta to the east, San Pedro de Alcántara to the south, places it within the established residential belt between Marbella and Benahavís village, known for gated urbanisations and golf courses rather than dense town life. Málaga city, at 60 km, and Algeciras, at 56 km, define the regional frame.
Benahavís is a Spanish town (pueblo) and municipality in the province of Malaga. It is a mountain village between Marbella, Estepona, and Ronda, 7 kilometers (4.3 mi) from the coast.
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | °C | 86 mm |
| February | 11.8°C | 87 mm |
| March | 13.6°C | 110 mm |
| April | 15.4°C | 72 mm |
| May | 18.7°C | 32 mm |
| June | 22.6°C | 3 mm |
| July | 25.6°C | 0 mm |
| August | 26.0°C | 2 mm |
| September | 22.6°C | 33 mm |
| October | 19.0°C | 96 mm |
| November | 14.3°C | 122 mm |
| December | 12.4°C | 119 mm |
Within Benahavís, the dataset offers three comparable detached-villa listings: La Finca de Jasmine from €2,650,000, Zoe Luxe from €3,250,000 and Villa Solis from €3,900,000. At €3,650,000, this property sits between the mid and upper points of that range, and its value proposition differs in kind from newer competitors: rather than contemporary finish, it offers land, elevation and planning headroom. The 5,287 m² urban-zoned plot with 25% buildability is the scarce asset here; comparable new-build villas typically deliver modern specification but on smaller parcels. Geographically, Benahavís as a whole competes with the Marbella Golden Mile and Nueva Andalucía to the east and Estepona's newer developments to the west. Marbella (14 km, ~148,000 inhabitants) offers urban density, beachfront living and higher headline prices; Estepona offers newer coastal stock at generally lower entry points; Benahavís trades coastal proximity for hills, golf and larger plots. The region's fundamentals are consistent: roughly 3,846 sunshine hours per year, an 18.1°C average temperature, and a four-month sea-swimming season, with Málaga airport reachable in about 45 minutes and Gibraltar at a similar distance westward. The local market recorded around 800 property transactions and the municipality counts some 9,472 inhabitants (2025), reflecting a low-density, high-value market where supply of large elevated plots is structurally limited. Buyers comparing this villa against turnkey alternatives should weigh the renovation budget, 电气, plumbing and insulation at 1983 vintage, against the flexibility the planning parameters allow for remodelling or extension.
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