This completed two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment forms part of the Alcazaba Lagoon development in Casares, Málaga, delivered in 2024. The property offers 75 m² of built space, including an open-plan living area, a 22.20 m² terrace and a 73.10 m² private solarium, together with a parking space and storage room. The setting is an inland, rural location at approximately 401 metres above sea level, roughly 9 km from the nearest beaches and 32 km from Gibraltar Airport. The development is organised around a communal crystalline lagoon with sandy beach areas. A car is necessary for daily mobility.
Within Casares itself, this property sits at the upper end of the new-build price range. Bliss Homes starts at €395,000, Arrecife at €398,000 and Abril Doña Julia at €428,000, all within the same municipality. The €485,000 asking price reflects two factors specific to this unit: the completed 2024 delivery (removing build-phase risk and discount) and the substantial solarium, which at 73.10 m² effectively doubles the private surface area compared with a standard terrace-only apartment. Compared with coastal Casares Costa, the location is quieter and greener but adds 8-9 km of driving to the beach. Eastward, Estepona offers equivalent new-build stock at comparable or higher prices with direct coastal access; westward, Sotogrande and the Finca Cortesín area command a clear premium. Marbella, 35 km away, operates in a different price tier altogether. The buyer's trade-off here is lagoon-based resort living and larger private outdoor space versus coastal proximity, a choice between the two models rather than between superior and inferior locations. For Gibraltar commuters, the 33 km distance is comparable to many coastal alternatives, while Malaga Airport at roughly 73 km straight-line is the main practical constraint. The municipal market recorded 626 transactions, indicating a small but functioning resale and rental market relative to the 9,000 population, which is relevant for liquidity expectations.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment sits in a quiet, rural part of Casares, inland from the coast. The nearest beaches at Casares Costa and Manilva are roughly 9 km away by road. Estepona lies about 9 km to the east, while Marbella is around 35 km distant. Supermarkets and hospital facilities are 7-8 km away. A pharmacy is within walking distance at 108 metres.
The layout serves two residents or a small family: two bedrooms with an ensuite bathroom, a second bathroom, fitted wardrobes and a utility room with laundry facilities. The west orientation places afternoon and evening sun on the terrace and solarium. Mountain, country and garden views are available from the property. Air conditioning is pre-installed with hot and cold function.
Construction was completed in 2024 and the property is in new-build condition. Delivery is immediate, meaning no construction risk or waiting period applies. Standard new-build features include double glazing, pre-installed air conditioning and a private parking space with a 4 m² storage room. communal facilities at the development include the lagoon, landscaped areas and an on-site restaurant.
The property does not offer direct sea access, a private pool or a sea view. It is an inland location, and daily life requires a car: the nearest supermarket is 7.9 km away and public transport, while present with 33 stops and 7 lines in the municipality, does not replace private mobility here. The built area of 75 m² is compact for a two-bedroom unit, with 63.78 m² of usable interior space.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A buyer seeking a completed holiday home with immediate use, no construction phase, no delivery uncertainty, will find the 2024 completion and turnkey condition relevant, as the first summer season is available without waiting. The large solarium and terrace suit buyers who prioritise private outdoor living, particularly for sunbathing or al-fresco dining, given the west orientation and afternoon-to-evening sun. The lagoon community appeals to buyers who want water-based leisure without coastal proximity: swimming, paddling and beach-style relaxation are available within the development, roughly 9 km from the sea. A couple, small family or buyer of a second home will find the two-bedroom layout with ensuite and second bathroom sufficient; those needing three bedrooms or a private pool should look elsewhere. A car is a practical requirement. Buyers comfortable with driving 8 km for supermarket visits, and who accept a quiet, rural environment outside the peak season, will find the location workable. Those preferring walkable town life or direct beach access would not. The property may also suit a buy-to-let investor targeting holiday rentals, subject to licence conditions, given the resort facilities and proximity to the golf corridor between Estepona and Sotogrande. Finally, buyers working with Gibraltar as a base, the airport and border are around 33 km away, may find the location a middle point between the coast and the interior.
The property is a 2024 new build in excellent condition. The interior features an open-plan living and dining area of 63.78 m² usable space, with a modern fitted kitchen including a built-in oven, and a separate laundry area with washer, dryer and wine cooler, an uncommon inclusion at this size. Both bathrooms are finished to a contemporary standard, with a walk-in shower and vanity unit in the main bathroom and an ensuite arrangement for the principal bedroom. Fitted wardrobes are present in the bedrooms. Technical specifications include double glazing throughout and pre-installed air conditioning with hot and cold function, allowing full climate control in both summer and winter, relevant given the 401 m elevation and the 16.7°C average annual temperature, which produces cooler winters than the immediate coast. WiFi is installed. The outdoor areas form a substantial part of the property's value: a 22.20 m² private terrace off the living area and a separate 73.10 m² private solarium, giving a combined 95 m² of exterior space against 63.78 m² of interior. The solarium, as the highest private level, offers panoramic views over the surrounding mountains and countryside. A private parking space and a 4 m² storage room are included. The communal areas, lagoon, landscaped gardens and on-site restaurant, are managed as part of the community, with corresponding community fees that should be verified during due diligence.
The asking price is €485,000 for a completed two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment of 75 m² built, including a parking space and storage room. This equates to roughly €6,400 per built m², though the terrace and solarium of 95 m² combined add substantial outdoor space outside that figure. Comparable new-build projects in Casares start from €395,000 (Bliss Homes), €398,000 (Arrecife) and €428,000 (Abril Doña Julia). This property is therefore positioned at the upper end of the local new-build range, with the lagoon setting, solarium and completed status as the differentiating factors. Pricing is indicative and subject to confirmation.
Daily life at this apartment is organised around the contrast between the resort-style communal facilities and the quiet rural municipality of Casares, which counts around 9,000 residents. The development itself functions partly as a holiday destination and partly as a residential community, with the lagoon as its central feature. Mornings can be spent at the communal pool area or the sandy lagoon edge; the on-site restaurant reduces the need to drive for lunch. The west-facing terrace and 73 m² solarium extend the usable living space considerably beyond the 63.78 m² interior, and this outdoor area will receive sun from early afternoon until sunset, relevant for anyone planning to dine outside or use the solarium year-round, given the area's roughly 3,800 annual sunshine hours. Practical errands require planning: the nearest supermarket is 7.9 km away, and hospital facilities 7.6 km. A pharmacy is 108 metres from the property, which covers basic daily needs. The immediate surroundings offer ten restaurants, a bank and a café within a 2 km radius, so evening meals out are feasible without a long drive. The location sits at 401 metres elevation, meaning slightly cooler average temperatures (16.7°C annually) than the immediate coast, which affects both comfort and heating patterns in winter. Off-season, the area is noticeably quiet, this is not a year-round resort town, and buyers should expect a seasonal rhythm in nearby commercial activity. Golf is a recurring feature of the wider area, with Estepona Golf, Azata Golf and Finca Cortesín within 5-7 km. The neighbouring viewpoints at Peñas Blancas, 1.5 km away, indicate the walking and nature options in the hills behind the property.
The immediate environment is rural Casares: a municipality of about 9,000 inhabitants spread across 160 km², with white-village heritage and a quiet, agricultural hinterland. Within 2 km of the property there are ten restaurants, one pharmacy (108 m from the door), one bank and one café, enough for basic daily needs but not for weekly shopping, which requires a 7.9 km drive to the nearest supermarket. Healthcare at hospital level is 7.6 km away. Education in the municipality covers two primary schools and one secondary school, meaning families with older children would travel further for schooling. The area records 626 property transactions, indicating an active but small local market. Local life is marked by 34 annual festivities and a strong seasonal pattern: summer brings activity around the coastal developments, while the interior stays quiet year-round. Transport infrastructure consists of 7 bus lines serving 33 stops in the municipality; this is a service level adequate for occasional trips but not a substitute for a private vehicle. The nearest EV charging point is at Zunder-GALP in Estepona, 8.8 km away, a consideration for electric vehicle owners. Road access runs via the A-7 and AP-7 corridor, connecting east to Estepona and Marbella (35 km) and southwest towards Sotogrande and Gibraltar (33 km to the airport). Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport is approximately 73 km in a straight line, translating to a drive of roughly 75-85 minutes.
The map shows the property's position inland of the Casares Costa shoreline, with the golf cluster to the southeast, Estepona and its marina to the east, and the beaches of Casares and Manilva to the south. Gibraltar appears at the southern edge of the wider region, roughly 33 km away, while Marbella lies 35 km to the northeast along the coastal corridor.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Casares occupies a transitional position on the western Costa del Sol: inland of the coastal developments but within the golf corridor between Estepona (9 km) and Sotogrande, and roughly midway between Marbella (35 km) and Gibraltar (33 km). This places the property closer to the western anchor points, Algeciras at 38 km, Gibraltar at 33 km, than to Malaga city and its airport (73 km straight-line). The municipality combines the white village of Casares Pueblo with the Casares Costa urbanisations, and the property sits in the quieter, greener zone between the two.
Distances from the property, in straight-line terms unless noted: beaches at Playa Costa Natura (8.7 km), Playa de Casares (8.9 km) and Playa de Manilva (9.7 km), with the Blue Flag beach Ancha in the municipality. The marinas of Puerto Estepona and Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa are both around 9.2 km. Golf courses cluster within a short radius: Estepona Golf at 6.4 km, Azata Golf at 6.7 km, Finca Cortesín at 6.9 km, plus the Golf Academy Albayt Resort. Gibraltar Airport is approximately 33 km; Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport is about 73 km straight-line, or roughly an hour and a quarter by road. The nearest larger city is Marbella at 35 km with roughly 148,000 inhabitants; Algeciras (122,000 inhabitants) lies 38 km to the southwest. Daily amenities: supermarket 7.9 km, hospital 7.6 km, pharmacy 108 m.
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 33 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 73 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The property sits at 401 metres above sea level, on the lower slopes of the Sierra behind Casares. This elevation produces an average annual temperature of 16.7°C, a few degrees cooler in winter than the coastal strip, and the pre-installed hot/cold air conditioning addresses this directly. Historical sunshine hours total approximately 3,836 per year, among the highest in Spain, which supports year-round use of the terrace and solarium. The swimming season in local waters, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts around four months; however, the communal lagoon within the development extends the practical swimming window considerably, as it warms faster than the sea and is not subject to tides or currents. The terrain slopes towards the coast, and the viewpoints at Mirador de Peñas Blancas (1.5 km) indicate the walking options in the hills directly behind the property. Mountain and country views from the solarium are a consequence of this inland, elevated position rather than a coastal outlook.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020, 2025 average)
The municipality holds one Blue Flag beach, Ancha, at the Casares Costa stretch. The nearest beaches by straight-line distance are Playa Costa Natura (8.7 km), Playa de Casares (8.9 km) and Playa de Manilva (9.7 km), all reachable in roughly 12-15 minutes by car. The coastal hub of Estepona, with its Paseo Marítimo and fishing-port restaurants, begins about 9 km east. Two marinas, Puerto Estepona and Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa, both around 9.2 km away, offer berths, sailing schools and waterfront dining. Golf is the strongest recreational asset within immediate range: Estepona Golf (6.4 km), Azata Golf (6.7 km) and Finca Cortesín Golf Club (6.9 km), the latter a former Ryder Cup and Volvo World Match Play venue. The municipality counts 14 sports facilities, and the lagoon within the development provides kayaking, paddleboarding and swimming on site. For hiking, the viewpoints and trails of the Sierra de Casares begin within 1.5 km.
14 Facilities Available
Source: Blue Flag 2026, OpenStreetMap, CSD
Casares occupies a transitional position on the western Costa del Sol: inland of the coastal developments but within the golf corridor between Estepona (9 km) and Sotogrande, and roughly midway between Marbella (35 km) and Gibraltar (33 km). This places the property closer to the western anchor points, Algeciras at 38 km, Gibraltar at 33 km, than to Malaga city and its airport (73 km straight-line). The municipality combines the white village of Casares Pueblo with the Casares Costa urbanisations, and the property sits in the quieter, greener zone between the two.
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Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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