This completed three-bedroom penthouse is situated in Benatalaya, a gated residential community in the Atalaya area between Estepona and San Pedro de Alcántara on the western Costa del Sol. The single-level apartment measures approximately 169 m² and is configured with three en-suite bathrooms, a semi-open kitchen, multiple terraces and two underground parking spaces with storage. The property was completed in 2005 (indicative) and is offered at €895,000, optionally fully furnished. Community facilities include outdoor pools, a heated indoor pool, spa, gymnasium and 24-hour security, with El Campanario golf course roughly 1.4 km away and Playa Isdabe around 0.5 km from the development.
Within the western Costa del Sol, Atalaya sits in the mid-to-upper segment of the residential market. Compared with the three comparable projects listed, the price differential is substantial: Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts at €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas at €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona at €269,000, all eastern or central coastal positions offering smaller units at entry-level price points. The Benatalaya penthouse, at €895,000 for 169 m², competes in a different bracket: established gated communities with full facility sets and top-floor panoramic positions between Estepona and Marbella. Location-wise, the property benefits from its position west of Puerto Banús, where land values remain below the Marbella golden mile but amenity density, golf, beach, international schooling, supermarket access, is comparable. The regional dataset records 3,163 property transactions in the area, indicating an active resale market with reasonable liquidity by Costa del Sol standards, and 24 hotels with 6,897 beds point to established tourism infrastructure supporting rental demand should an owner consider lettings. Median provincial income of €16,450 underlines the degree to which this coastal micro-market operates separately from the Andalusian inland average; buyers here are predominantly international. Against new-build alternatives in Estepona, the trade-off is clear: newer developments offer current energy certification, modern specifications and developer payment structures, while this 2005 property offers space per euro, a proven community with mature gardens and operating facilities, immediate availability and an established resale record. Buyers weighing the two paths should verify the energy certificate and building maintenance history here, and compare delivery timelines and community fee structures on the new-build side. The local population figure of 258 residents in the immediate statistical area reflects the small-scale, urbanisation-based settlement pattern typical of this corridor, where daily life is organised around private communities rather than a traditional town centre.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The penthouse sits within the Benatalaya urbanisation in Atalaya, on the coastal strip between Estepona and Marbella. El Campanario Golf Course lies approximately 1.4 km away and Playa Isdabe roughly 0.5 km. Mercadona supermarket and the Atalaya International School are within a short radius. The A-7 coastal road connects the area to San Pedro de Alcántara, Puerto Banús and Estepona town.
The single-level layout suits buyers seeking step-free living with three en-suite bedrooms and direct terrace access from each room. The south orientation supports daylight throughout the day, while underfloor heating in bathrooms and hot-and-cold air conditioning extend comfort beyond the summer months. Communal pools, an indoor heated pool and a gym cover daily leisure without leaving the development.
The building dates from 2005 (indicative) and is described as being in excellent condition. This is a completed resale property, not an off-plan development, so no construction phase applies. The penthouse can be transferred fully furnished, which shortens the practical move-in period. A lift serves the building, and two underground parking spaces plus a storage room are included.
The property has no private pool; swimming facilities are communal, including the indoor heated pool. There is no private garden. The listing indicates three bedrooms only, with no adaptable extra room noted. As a 2005 build, the energy performance certificate rating is not stated in the available data. Parking is limited to the two included underground spaces.
This property matches several recognisable buyer situations. First, buyers relocating permanently who want a single-level home: three en-suite bedrooms on one floor, a lift in the building and underfloor heating in bathrooms support year-round residency rather than seasonal use. Second, households with school-age children: The International School of Estepona is approximately 1.5 km away and Atalaya International School is described as minutes from the development, with 19 primary schools and 10 secondary schools in the wider area. Third, golf-focused buyers: El Campanario and El Paraíso courses are within roughly two kilometres, with additional courses such as La Quinta Golf further along the coast. Fourth, buyers prioritising security and low-maintenance ownership: the gated community with 24-hour security, communal pools and maintained gardens removes private-pool upkeep from the owner's responsibilities. Fifth, those seeking an immediately usable second home: the property can be sold furnished, and the beaches, supermarkets and restaurants within walking or short driving distance reduce setup effort. Conversely, buyers wanting a private pool, a private garden, or a new-build property with current energy certification will find that this listing does not provide those attributes. The 2005 construction date also means the interior finish and technical systems reflect that generation of building, however well maintained, a factor buyers comparing against new developments should weigh.
The listing describes the interior as impeccably maintained, with natural light entering from both south- and west-facing windows in the living room. The photographic material shows a bathroom with a dual-sink marble vanity unit, indicating a finish level above basic specification in the wet rooms. Underfloor heating in the bathrooms is a specific technical feature, paired with hot-and-cold air conditioning throughout, a configuration that covers both summer cooling and winter heating without reliance on standalone units. The semi-open kitchen is described as contemporary, with a utility room positioned behind it, which separates laundry functions from the living spaces. Each of the three bedrooms has an en-suite bathroom, an unusual ratio for this configuration and one that reduces morning congestion in a household of three to four occupants. All bedrooms also have direct terrace access, meaning the outdoor spaces function as extensions of the private rooms rather than as shared circulation. The terraces themselves are substantial, with imagery showing dining areas, a pergola-shaded seating zone and landscaped surroundings. The building includes a lift, and the sale incorporates two underground garage spaces plus a private storage room, provisions that address both vehicle security and bulk storage. No energy performance certificate rating is provided in the available data; given the 2005 completion date, buyers may wish to verify the certificate and the condition of building services during due diligence. Community facilities, outdoor pools, a heated indoor pool, spa, gymnasium and children's pool, are maintained collectively, so their condition depends on the community's management rather than individual ownership.
The penthouse is listed at €895,000, translating to roughly €5,300 per m² of built area for the 169 m² interior, excluding terraces. The price point reflects the top-floor position, the single-level layout and the inclusion of two underground parking spaces and a storage room; furniture is negotiable within the sale. For context, comparable new-build developments in the wider province start at materially lower entry prices, Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €269,000, but these are generally smaller units in different locations and market segments. Availability is immediate, as the property is completed and occupied-ready.
Daily life at Benatalaya is organised around the gated community and its facilities. Mornings typically begin on the south-facing terraces, which receive sun from early in the day; the west-facing side captures the evening light over the Sierra Bermeja. The single-level floor plan places the living room, semi-open kitchen, utility room and three en-suite bedrooms on one floor, with each bedroom opening directly onto a terrace. This reduces internal circulation space and keeps the views, towards the sea, La Concha and the surrounding hills, present throughout the day. Practical errands are concentrated within a short distance: a Mercadona supermarket is walkable, cafés and restaurants sit nearby, and a neighbourhood shopping centre is under completion. El Campanario Golf Course is roughly 1.4 km away, El Paraíso Golf Club about 2.1 km, so golf can function as a routine activity rather than an excursion. Beaches such as Playa Isdabe (approximately 0.5 km) and Playa Atalaya (approximately 0.6 km) allow short trips to the coast, while Puerto Deportivo José Banús lies about 5.9 km away for marina visits. The area's amenity density is high for a residential setting: within a two-kilometre radius there are around 201 restaurants, 49 cafés, 28 pharmacies and 23 banks, which limits the need to travel into Marbella or Estepona for essentials. A car remains the practical mode of transport for most journeys, although seven public transport lines and fifty stops serve the wider area. Seven public transport lines serve the wider area. The community's 24-hour security, landscaped gardens and range of pools create a resort-style environment that functions year-round rather than seasonally.
The Atalaya area sits on the coastal plain between Estepona and San Pedro de Alcántara, a stretch characterised by residential urbanisations interspersed with golf courses. Daily infrastructure is close: the supermarket is within walking distance, pharmacies are dense in the area (28 within a two-kilometre radius), and healthcare access includes two health centres in the wider zone. The nearest hospital identified in the dataset is 24 km away, which is relevant for planned medical care. Restaurants and cafés are numerous, 201 and 49 respectively within two kilometres, so dining out does not require travel into town centres. For recreation, RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club is approximately 1.6 km away, and three beaches lie within 0.7 km. Transport relies primarily on the car: the A-7 runs along the coast, connecting to Estepona (roughly 15 minutes), San Pedro de Alcántara (roughly 10 minutes) and Marbella centre (roughly 20 minutes). Seven bus lines and fifty stops serve the district, giving a partial public transport option, though frequencies are oriented towards local commuter flows. Electric vehicle owners can use the Supercharger Estepona (approximately 4.4 km) or Marbella Supercharger (approximately 9.0 km), plus an EV charging point 13 km away in the wider dataset.
The map shows Benatalaya in its coastal setting: the golf courses of El Campanario and El Paraíso immediately surrounding the urbanisation, the beaches of Isdabe and Atalaya a short distance south, and the road corridor connecting San Pedro de Alcántara and Estepona. Marbella lies to the east along the shoreline.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Atalaya occupies the corridor between Estepona and San Pedro de Alcántara, roughly equidistant from both centres and about 10–15 minutes from each by car. Marbella's old town lies beyond San Pedro at approximately 20 minutes, with Puerto Banús, the region's principal marina and retail destination, about 6 km away. The village of Benahavís, known for its restaurants, sits a short drive inland. This positioning places the property west of the Marbella price peak but within its service radius, and east of Estepona's expanding residential belt.
Straight-line distances place the property roughly 60 km from Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) and approximately 89 km from Gibraltar Airport (GIB), giving two flight options at opposite ends of the coast; driving time to AGP is typically around 45–55 minutes via the AP-7 or A-7. Beaches are immediate: Playa Isdabe at 0.5 km, Playa Atalaya at 0.6 km and Salduna at 0.7 km. Golf access is similarly compact, El Campanario at 1.4 km, El Paraíso Golf Club at 2.1 km with its clubhouse at 2.3 km, and La Quinta Golf further east. Puerto Deportivo José Banús is approximately 5.9 km away for marina-based dining and boating. Everyday services cluster nearby: supermarket at 11 km in the broader dataset but with Mercadona walkable from the development itself, pharmacy at 6.2 km in the wider dataset with 28 within two kilometres, and hospital care at 24 km. Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC), at approximately 427 km, is not a practical alternative.
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 60 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 89 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The historical dataset records 3,822 sunshine hours per year for the area, a figure consistent with the western Costa del Sol's dry, sunny climate and directly relevant to a south-facing, terrace-oriented penthouse. The mean annual temperature is 16.5°C, which reflects the dataset's elevation-influenced averaging rather than coastal conditions; at the property's actual low-lying coastal position, temperatures run milder. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures at or above 20°C, spans approximately four months, realistically June through September, although the community's heated indoor pool extends swimming beyond that window. The setting is essentially flat coastal terrain rather than hillside, so no significant slope affects access to the apartment or the terraces. The surrounding landscape combines the Sierra Bermeja mountains to the west, visible at sunset, La Concha above Marbella to the east, and the Mediterranean to the south, the basis of the described 270-degree panoramic outlook towards Gibraltar and the North African coastline on clear days.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches lie within 0.7 km: Playa Isdabe (0.5 km), Playa Atalaya (0.6 km) and Salduna (0.7 km), making the coast reachable on foot in under ten minutes. Along the wider Estepona, Marbella shoreline, additional beaches including Playa de Casablanca, Playa de la Fontanilla and Playa de Nagüeles (each recorded at approximately 50 km in the regional dataset but in practice spread along the nearby coast) offer chiringuitos and water sports. Golf is the area's second recreational anchor: El Campanario (1.4 km) functions as a local course, El Paraíso (2.1 km) as a full 18-hole club, and La Quinta Golf, a German golf academy driving range and La Zagaleta's course lie progressively further out. Racquet sports are covered by RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club at 1.6 km. For water-based leisure beyond the beach, Puerto Deportivo José Banús (5.9 km) provides marina services, charter options and waterfront dining.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8.4°C | 50 mm |
| February | 9.9°C | 41 mm |
| March | 11.1°C | 119 mm |
| April | 13.7°C | 55 mm |
| May | 17.8°C | 33 mm |
| June | 22.4°C | 13 mm |
| July | 26.4°C | 2 mm |
| August | 26.5°C | 5 mm |
| September | 21.7°C | 20 mm |
| October | 17.9°C | 52 mm |
| November | 12.1°C | 71 mm |
| December | 9.7°C | 64 mm |
Ref: VL406039
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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