This two-bedroom, two-bathroom penthouse is located in Doña Julia, on the Casares Costa stretch of the Málaga province, between Estepona and Sotogrande. The property offers 159 m² of built space, including a 26 m² west-facing terrace and a 47 m² private solarium. Completed in 2002 and key-ready, it is sold fully furnished with hot and cold air conditioning, an underground parking space, and an active tourist licence. The asking price is fixed at €260,000. The nearest beach lies approximately 1.1 km away as the crow flies, and several golf courses sit within roughly 3 km.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The penthouse sits in a residential area between the coast and the hills of Casares Costa. Playa del Cristo and Costa Natura beach lie about 1.1 km away in a straight line, with a flat gradient of roughly 1.3% towards the sea. Estepona town and its marina are within about 2 km, while three golf courses sit between 2.7 and 3.1 km from the property.
The home is arranged around two bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan living kitchen of 159 m² in total. A west-facing terrace of 26 m² receives afternoon and evening sun, and a separate 47 m² solarium offers private outdoor space without overlooking neighbours. Air conditioning in the living room and bedrooms covers year-round use, and the property is delivered furnished.
This is not a new-build project. The property was completed in 2002 and is key-ready, meaning it can be occupied immediately after purchase. As an existing home, no construction phases, off-plan payments or indicative delivery dates apply. Renovation or upgrade decisions would be at the buyer's discretion and cost after completion of the sale.
The property has two bedrooms, which limits its use for larger households. There is no private garden or private swimming pool; outdoor space consists of the terrace, solarium and communal garden. The building dates from 2002, so construction standards correspond to that period rather than current new-build regulations. No lift details, storage room or additional parking spaces are documented.
This property fits a buyer seeking a completed, furnished home on the western Costa del Sol that can be used immediately, whether as a second residence, a part-time base, or a rental asset. The combination of an active tourist licence, two bathrooms and a private solarium makes it workable for holiday letting, which in this area is a common ownership model. It also suits a couple or small household that values generous outdoor space over interior volume: at 159 m² built, with 73 m² of terrace and solarium combined, the property devotes a substantial share of its footprint to outdoor living. The west orientation means the main terrace is at its best from mid-afternoon onwards, which suits evening-oriented use rather than breakfast-in-the-morning-sun routines. It is less suitable for buyers who need more than two bedrooms, who want a private pool or garden, or who prefer new-build construction standards and warranties. Buyers intending to live year-round without a car should also weigh the distances: beaches and Estepona are walkable or cyclable, but day-to-day convenience is easier with a vehicle. Finally, the 2002 construction date means the buyer takes on a building of that era, factually neutral, but relevant for those comparing against new development nearby.
The property was completed in 2002 and is described as being in excellent condition, delivered fully furnished in a modern style. The photographs show a twin bedroom with white walls, a second bedroom with natural light, a rooftop terrace with dining space reached by a spiral staircase, and an open-plan living kitchen. The finish level should be understood in the context of a 2002 building that has been maintained and furnished to a residential standard, rather than a new-build specification. Climate control is installed in the form of hot and cold air conditioning units in both the living room and the bedrooms, covering year-round temperature regulation. Hot water and heating specifics beyond the air conditioning are not documented, and buyers verifying energy performance should do so through their own survey, as no energy certificate details are reproduced here. The outdoor construction elements are notable: the 26 m² terrace adjoins the living space on the main floor, while the 47 m² solarium sits on the roof level, accessed via the internal spiral staircase shown in the photographs. Because the solarium has no overlooking neighbours, it functions as genuinely private open space. An underground parking space in the price is included, which protects the vehicle from sun exposure and adds convenience during the warmer months. Communal areas include a shared garden. No details are documented regarding storage rooms, lift access, or the structural condition of the building envelope, these are standard verification points for a purchase of this age, to be confirmed during the technical due diligence phase.
The asking price is fixed at €260,000 for the penthouse as a whole, including furniture and the underground parking space. This is an existing home, so no price list, unit variation or phase-dependent pricing applies. For context, comparable new-build projects in the region start from around €205,000 in Mijas (Lantana Residencial), €269,950 in Torre del Mar (Aquamar) and €321,000 in Estepona (Etherna Homes 2), though those figures are from-prices for new construction rather than fixed asking prices for completed, furnished homes. The property holds an active tourist licence, which is relevant for buyers considering short-term letting as part of the ownership model.
Daily life in this penthouse revolves around its split-level outdoor arrangement. The main living floor opens through the open-plan kitchen and living room onto the 26 m² west-facing terrace, which catches afternoon sun and evening light over the sea and the surrounding greenery. A spiral staircase, visible in the property photographs, leads up to the 47 m² solarium, a private roof space with no overlooking neighbours, usable for sunbathing, outdoor dining or simply as a quiet second sitting area. Indoors, the layout is straightforward: two bedrooms and two bathrooms on 159 m² of built surface, with hot and cold air conditioning in both the living room and the sleeping areas. The interior is delivered fully furnished in a modern style, so the home can be occupied straight away. The wider setting is the Doña Julia and Casares Costa area, a low-density residential zone between Estepona and the Sierra Bermeja foothills. Within roughly 2 km there are around 15 restaurants, 6 cafés and 2 pharmacies, along with two primary schools and one secondary school. The nearest beaches, Costa Natura and Playa del Cristo, lie about 1.1 km away as the crow flies, reachable on a flat route. Estepona's marina, sports centres and town centre sit within 2 to 3 km. A car remains the practical mode of transport for most errands, although the wider area is served by 7 public transport lines with 42 stops.
The immediate surroundings are residential and quiet, characterised by low-rise development between the coast and the hills. Within a 2 km radius, the documented amenities include roughly 15 restaurants, 6 cafés and 2 pharmacies, enough for daily needs without leaving the area, though most residents use Estepona for larger shopping trips. Two primary schools and one secondary school are within the same radius, which gives the area a year-round residential character rather than a purely seasonal one. For sport and leisure, three sports centres sit within about 2 km: Las Mesas at 1.8 km, and two municipal facilities in Estepona at 2.0 and 2.2 km. Puerto Estepona marina is 1.8 km away, and the larger Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa lies 7.8 km to the west. Golf options cluster nearby: Azata Golf at 2.7 km, the Golf Academy at Albayt Resort at 2.9 km and Estepona Golf at 3.1 km, all straight-line distances. The housing market in the area records around 626 transactions per year, indicating an active but not overheated resale market. Median provincial income of €16,450 provides broader economic context for the region. Public transport consists of 7 lines and 42 stops across the wider zone, workable for occasional trips but not a substitute for a car for most residents.
The map shows the property in its setting between Estepona and the Casares hills. Beaches lie about 1.1 km to the south, Estepona's marina and sports facilities within 2 km, and three golf courses within just over 3 km. Marbella and Algeciras sit at equal distance on either side, illustrating the location midway along the western Costa del Sol.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Doña Julia and Casares Costa occupy the western Costa del Sol, between Estepona (whose centre and marina begin roughly 2 km away) and Sotogrande. Marbella lies 34 km to the east and Algeciras 34 km to the west in straight-line terms, positioning the property at the quieter, more residential end of the Málaga coast. The provincial capital, Málaga city, is 81 km away. The area combines proximity to Estepona's full urban services with the lower density and golf-oriented character of the Casares coastal zone.
Distances in this section are straight-line; actual road distances are longer. The nearest beach, Costa Natura, lies 1.1 km away, equal to Playa del Cristo, with a flat gradient of about 1.3% towards the coast. The main sandy beach of La Rada in Estepona is 3.2 km away, and Estepona's marinas are 1.8 km from the property. Gibraltar Airport is the closest aviation hub at approximately 33 km straight-line, followed by Málaga-Costa del Sol at about 67 km. The latter offers the wider route network of the region's main airport, and travel time by car is considerably longer than the straight-line figure suggests. Alicante-Elche, at roughly 458 km, is not a practical option for this location. By car, the A-7 coastal motorway connects the area to Estepona within minutes and to Marbella (34 km straight-line) and Algeciras (34 km straight-line) beyond. An electric vehicle charging station operated by Zunder/GALP is documented 3.0 km away in Estepona. For everyday errands, a car is the practical choice; the beaches and marina are within walking or cycling range for most residents.
| Beach Distance | 1.1 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 33 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 67 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The location sits at sea level, so no hillside climbs or elevation changes affect daily movement, consistent with the 1.3% gradient towards the beach. The climate is Mediterranean with an average annual temperature of 19.2°C and monthly averages ranging between 15 and 25°C. Winters are mild and summers warm, which suits both seasonal and year-round residence. The swimming season lasts approximately five months, during which sea temperatures remain at or above 20°C, roughly May through September, allowing regular sea swimming without a heated pool. The property itself has no private pool, so sea bathing and communal facilities cover this need; the 47 m² solarium extends sun use across the year, and the west orientation concentrates the terrace's sunshine into the afternoon and evening hours. The setting between the sea and the Sierra Bermeja foothills gives the property its documented mountain views in addition to sea views, and the nearby viewpoints at Playa del Cristo (1.4 km) and Mirador del Carmen in Estepona (2.3 km) offer closer contact with the coastal landscape.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches sit within documented range: Costa Natura, a naturist beach, and Playa del Cristo, both at 1.1 km straight-line, and La Rada at 3.2 km, which is Estepona's principal sandy beach with full facilities. Playa del Cristo in particular is a sheltered west-facing cove popular with families. The marina at Puerto Estepona, 1.8 km away, adds waterfront dining and mooring activity, while Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa (7.8 km) is one of the Costa del Sol's more atmospheric marina quarters. Golf is a defining leisure feature of this stretch of coast. Azata Golf lies 2.7 km away, the Golf Academy at Albayt Resort 2.9 km and Estepona Golf 3.1 km, three options within a short drive, matching the property's documented "close to golf" setting. For other sports, the Las Mesas sports centre (1.8 km) and two municipal facilities in Estepona (2.0 and 2.2 km) provide pools, courts and gyms. Scenic recreation includes the two coastal viewpoints mentioned above, and the flat coastal terrain makes walking and cycling practical alternatives for leisure as well as transport. The five-month warm-water season supports a beach-centred routine for much of the year.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.9°C | 86 mm |
| February | 13.8°C | 55 mm |
| March | 14.9°C | 172 mm |
| April | 16.8°C | 73 mm |
| May | 19.9°C | 33 mm |
| June | 23.8°C | 11 mm |
| July | 26.8°C | 1 mm |
| August | 27.0°C | 7 mm |
| September | 24.0°C | 28 mm |
| October | 20.7°C | 76 mm |
| November | 16.3°C | 96 mm |
| December | 14.1°C | 84 mm |
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Ref: VL707297
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within the wider Costa del Sol market, this penthouse occupies the value-oriented western segment between Estepona and Sotogrande. Its fixed asking price of €260,000 for a furnished, key-ready two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit with 159 m² of built space and 73 m² of outdoor area compares favourably on a price-per-square-metre basis with new-build stock in the same province. For reference, three new-build projects in the region currently market from-prices of €205,000 at Lantana Residencial in Mijas, €269,950 at Aquamar in Torre del Mar and €321,000 at Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona. These are starting prices for new construction, typically without furniture, tourist licences or completed solariums included, and unit sizes at these entry prices are generally smaller than this property's 159 m². Against the nearest comparable, Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona, this penthouse sits roughly €60,000 below the new-build entry point while offering a larger built area, immediate availability and an established rental licence. The trade-off is age: a 2002 building carries the construction standards of its era rather than current regulations, and buyers comparing options should weigh that against the price differential. Locationally, Doña Julia offers quieter surroundings than central Estepona while remaining within 2 km of its marina, beaches and services, a positioning that differs from Torre del Mar's eastern-coast profile and Mijas's mid-coast density. The local market records around 626 transactions per year, indicating steady resale activity. For buyers prioritising space, immediate use and letting potential over new-build warranties, this segment of the western Costa del Sol consistently offers some of the region's most competitive pricing per square metre.
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