This detached Andalusian villa stands in the established residential area of Bahía de Casares, a short walk from the beach on the western Costa del Sol. Built in 2001 and completed to a key-ready standard, the property offers 438 m² of constructed space on a 766 m² south-facing plot, with three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a private pool, sauna and Jacuzzi. The asking price is fixed at €1,450,000. Golf courses, daily amenities and the marina of La Duquesa all lie within a short drive, while Málaga Airport is 27 km away as the crow flies.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The villa sits in Bahía de Casares, a low-rise coastal urbanisation in the municipality of Casares, Málaga. Playa de Casares lies roughly 620 metres away on foot, and the Doña Julia golf course is within about 850 metres straight-line. Daily services are close at hand: a supermarket at 1.1 km, a pharmacy at 1.6 km and a hospital at 4.0 km, all measured in a direct line.
The property combines three generous bedrooms, an ensuite bathroom and fitted wardrobes with extensive outdoor space: covered terraces, open sun terraces, a private pool and mature planting. Air conditioning (hot and cold) and a fireplace cover climate control year-round, while underground parking and ample storage support permanent residence as well as seasonal use.
This is not a new-build development. The villa was completed in 2001 and is offered key-ready, meaning it can be occupied immediately after purchase. The condition is listed as excellent, with a contemporary kitchen and updated bathrooms set against traditional elements such as exposed beams and terracotta flooring.
The property offers three bedrooms rather than the four or five found in some comparable villas of this size. It is an existing home from 2001, so no customisation of finishes or layout is possible before purchase. The nearest electric-vehicle charging point is 8.0 km away in a straight line, and the plot of 766 m² is moderate for a detached villa of this class.
Ref: VL358149
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property fits several recognisable situations. A family seeking a permanent residence on the Costa del Sol will find the year-round amenities useful: two primary schools and one secondary school within reach, a hospital at 4.0 km and forty public transport stops served by seven lines. The size of the house and the enclosed plot also suit households that need space for visiting family or that want room to work from home. Buyers looking for a second home with strong leisure infrastructure form a second group. The combination of a private pool, sauna and Jacuzzi, three golf courses within about 2.3 km, and a beach within walking distance supports extended holiday stays without dependence on hotel facilities. The marina at Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa, 3.0 km away in a direct line, adds dining and mooring options. The villa is less suited to buyers who want a brand-new build with warranty coverage and customisable finishes, or those requiring four or more bedrooms. It also does not suit households dependent purely on public transport for regional travel, since distances to Estepona and Marbella are more practical by car. For buyers prioritising a walkable beach, a quiet established neighbourhood and generous private outdoor space over newness, the profile matches well.
The interior combines traditional Andalusian construction with contemporary updates. The double-height living room carries exposed wooden beams and terracotta flooring, alongside a feature fireplace; large windows and doors introduce natural light and open the room toward the terraces. This mixture of rustic structure and modern openings is characteristic of quality villas built around 2001 in this part of the coast. The kitchen is described as contemporary, with modern cabinetry and integrated appliances, and the bathrooms pair current fittings with Mediterranean detailing; image analysis confirms a modern bathroom with walk-in shower and ornate tiling over terracotta floors. All three bedrooms include fitted wardrobes, and at least one benefits from an ensuite bathroom. Technical provision includes air conditioning for both hot and cold operation, a fireplace for supplementary heating, and underground parking with generous storage. Condition is listed as excellent, which for a property of this age implies that major systems have been maintained or renewed. Buyers conducting due diligence should still verify installation dates for the air conditioning, pool equipment, sauna and Jacuzzi, as these items have defined service lives. The overall finishing level is consistent with the upper-mid segment of the existing-home market in Casares Costa: solid, characterful and functional rather than developer-new.
The villa is offered as an existing home with a fixed asking price of €1,450,000. This is not a price-list project, so there is no range of unit types or from-price; the figure applies to the complete property as described: 438 m² constructed, a 766 m² plot, three bedrooms, three bathrooms, private pool, sauna, Jacuzzi and underground parking. Compared with new-build apartments in the wider region, which start between roughly €205,000 and €270,000, this villa is positioned in the upper segment, reflecting its size, plot and established coastal location. Availability is immediate, as the construction status is key-ready and the property was completed in 2001.
Daily life at this villa revolves around the interplay between indoors and outdoors. The double-height living room, with wooden beams, a fireplace and large openings, connects directly to the terraces, so the garden and pool become an extension of the living space for much of the year. The separate dining area opens onto one of the terraces, which suits both everyday meals and larger gatherings. The south orientation means the main outdoor areas receive sun throughout the day, with covered terraces offering shade during the warmer months. The rhythm of the area is quiet and residential. Bahía de Casares is an established urbanisation rather than a resort complex, so the neighbourhood functions year-round. Mornings can involve a walk of roughly ten minutes to Playa de Casares; a supermarket at 1.1 km and a pharmacy at 1.6 km cover routine needs without a car, although a vehicle remains convenient for longer trips. Thirteen restaurants and three cafés within two kilometres provide enough variety for regular eating out. With a swimming season of about five months and an average annual temperature of 18.9°C, the private pool, sauna and Jacuzzi see extended use. Golfers can reach Doña Julia within a kilometre, with Finca Cortesín at 2.0 km and a golf academy at 2.3 km, all straight-line distances. The flat terrain, at 13 metres elevation with a gradient of only 0.4% toward the sea, makes walking and cycling realistic options.
The immediate surroundings are residential and low-density, with the beach as the anchor. Playa de Casares lies about 620 metres away on foot, and Playa de Manilva at 1.7 km; La Duquesa beach and its marina follow at roughly 3.1 to 3.3 km straight-line. The terrain is flat, elevation 13 metres, gradient 0.4%, so these walks are easy rather than strenuous. Daily infrastructure is complete for routine life. A supermarket sits 1.1 km away, a pharmacy 1.6 km, a dentist within two kilometres, and a hospital at 4.0 km. The education offering includes two primary schools and one secondary school. For recreation beyond the pool, Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas is 3.2 km away, and three golf venues, Doña Julia at 0.7 to 0.85 km, Golf Academy Albayt Resort at 2.2 to 2.3 km and Estepona Golf at 3.6 km, surround the urbanisation. Transport works at neighbourhood level without a car, but a vehicle broadens the options considerably. Seven bus lines and forty stops serve the area; the nearest electric charging station is a Zunder-GALP point in Estepona, 7.9 to 8.0 km away in a direct line. Public holidays number 32 per year locally, which occasionally affects shop opening hours.
The map shows the villa in Bahía de Casares, immediately inland of the coastal road. Playa de Casares lies a short walk to the southeast, Doña Julia golf course to the north, and the La Duquesa marina a few kilometres west toward Estepona. All distances shown are straight-line; driving routes may be longer.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Casares Playa occupies the western end of the Costa del Sol, between Estepona and Sotogrande, at the transition into Cádiz province. This positions the villa closer to Gibraltar and the Atlantic-influenced coast than to Málaga city, which shapes both climate and travel patterns. Within the region, the area trades the density of Marbella and Estepona east for lower-rise residential urbanisations and large golf estates such as Finca Cortesín. The municipal context is small, Casares village sits inland in the hills, so coastal services concentrate along the N-340 corridor. For regional orientation: Estepona roughly 7 km, La Duquesa 3 km, with Marbella and Gibraltar in opposite directions.
Distances in this section are straight-line; road distances will be longer. The nearest beach, Playa de Casares, is about 620 metres away and reachable on foot in under ten minutes. Málaga Airport is listed at 27 km from the location, while regional airport data gives Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) at approximately 72 km and Gibraltar (GIB) at roughly 28 km as the crow flies, buyers should note the two figures come from different datasets and verify driving times independently. Along the coast, the marina of Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa lies 3.0 km away, Puerto Deportivo at 6.6 km and Puerto Estepona at 6.7 km. Estepona town and its facilities sit within easy driving distance. Golf access is unusually good: Doña Julia is effectively next door at under one kilometre, with Finca Cortesín Golf Club at 2.0 km and the Albayt golf academy at 2.3 km. A car is described as convenient but not essential for everything: supermarket, pharmacy, beach and several restaurants are within walking or short cycling range thanks to the flat terrain. For regional travel, airport runs, Marbella, Sotogrande, a vehicle remains the practical choice, and public transport covers 40 stops across 7 lines for local journeys.
| Beach Distance | 3.3 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 28 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 72 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data points to a typical western Costa del Sol profile: an average annual temperature of 18.9°C and a swimming season of about five months during which sea water stays at or above 20°C. In practice this means pool and sea use from roughly late May into October, with mild winters that make the terraces and fireplace usable year-round. The site itself is nearly level: 13 metres above sea level with a 0.4% gradient toward the beach. There are no significant slopes between the villa and the coast, which benefits both walking comfort and accessibility. The setting offers views toward the sea, the mountains, the garden and the pool, with panoramic sightlines noted in the feature list, a result of the elevated position of the urbanisation above the shoreline combined with the villa's orientation and window arrangement. Mature palms on the plot provide natural shade and structure the garden.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Beach access is a defining feature of this location. Playa de Casares lies roughly 620 metres from the villa on foot, Playa de Manilva at 1.7 km and La Duquesa at 3.1 to 3.3 km straight-line; Costa Natura, a nudist beach, is 3.9 km away. The coastline here is a mix of open sand and chiringuito-backed stretches typical of Casares Costa. Golf dominates the recreational offer. Doña Julia sits within about one kilometre, Finca Cortesín Golf Club, a venue of international standing, at 2.0 km, and the Golf Academy Albayt Resort at 2.3 km, with Estepona Golf at 3.6 km. This concentration gives residents multiple membership and casual-play options within a few minutes' drive. On the plot itself, the private pool, sun terraces, sauna and Jacuzzi provide daily recreation without leaving home. The sports centre Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas, 3.2 km away, covers indoor and court sports. For maritime leisure, Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa at 3.0 km combines moorings, waterfront restaurants and seasonal activities. Thirteen restaurants and three cafés within two kilometres round out the everyday leisure offering.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.3°C | 75 mm |
| February | 13.4°C | 44 mm |
| March | 14.6°C | 146 mm |
| April | 16.6°C | 61 mm |
| May | 19.8°C | 30 mm |
| June | 23.5°C | 9 mm |
| July | 26.4°C | 1 mm |
| August | 26.6°C | 4 mm |
| September | 23.7°C | 23 mm |
| October | 20.4°C | 69 mm |
| November | 15.8°C | 94 mm |
| December | 13.6°C | 76 mm |
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Within the western Costa del Sol, this villa occupies a distinct position relative to both new-build projects and existing stock. The comparable new developments listed, Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €269,000), are apartment-style schemes at entry price points on the central and eastern Costa del Sol. At a fixed €1,450,000, this Casares villa competes in a different segment: buyers here receive a detached structure, a private plot, private pool and 438 m² of built space, none of which the apartment projects provide. Geographically, Torre del Mar and Mijas sit east of Málaga city, roughly an hour or more from Casares, while Estepona is the nearest comparable at about 7 km. The western location shifts the practical airport balance: Gibraltar is only around 28 km away as the crow flies, whereas Malaga-Costa del Sol is roughly 72 km by the same measure, the inverse of the eastern Costa del Sol, where Málaga dominates. Buyers who travel via Gibraltar or who value proximity to Cádiz and Sotogrande will find this positioning relevant. In local terms, Casares Playa is quieter and lower-rise than Estepona town or San Pedro de Alcántara, with the recreational core formed by golf rather than nightlife. Annual housing transactions in the area number 626, indicating an active but not overheated resale market. The trade-off against new-build projects is clear: no developer warranty, no customisation, and a 2001 construction date, in exchange for space, privacy and a walkable beach. Compared with other existing villas between Estepona and Sotogrande, the combination of walking-distance beach, three adjacent golf courses and flat terrain is the differentiating factor.
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