4 Bed Detached Villa in Atalaya

4-bedroom Detached Villa in Atalaya · 328 m²

A key-ready detached villa of 386 m² on a 1,206 m² plot in Atalaya, between Estepona and Marbella on the Costa del Sol. The property offers four en-suite bedrooms, a private pool, south-facing terraces and a fully fitted kitchen with Miele appliances. Completed in 2025, it is situated in a gated complex with 24-hour security. The asking price is €3,250,000 and the villa is sold unfurnished. Beaches at Playa Isdabe and Playa Atalaya lie within roughly 600 metres as the crow flies.

€3,250,000
4
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
386 m²
Living Area
€3,250,000
Price
Key Ready
Build Status

Project Analysis

Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.

Location

The villa stands in the residential urbanisation of Atalaya, west of Marbella and east of Estepona. Marbella lies 12 km away in a straight line, while Málaga and its airport are approximately 60 km distant. Three beaches sit within 700 metres, and golf courses such as El Campanario and El Paraíso are reachable within about 2 km. Puerto Banús marina is roughly 6 km away.

Layout

The house is arranged for permanent or seasonal family living: four bedrooms each with their own bathroom, underfloor heating, air conditioning, double glazing and WiFi. Outside there is a private pool, a garden with mature planting, a covered dining terrace and a teak sun deck. Fitted wardrobes and a utility room add practical storage.

Project Status

Construction was completed in 2025 and the villa is key-ready, meaning it can be occupied directly after purchase. The finish includes travertine marble, natural stone and fine woods, with Miele appliances in the kitchen. Delivery dates remain indicative until confirmed in the purchase deed. The property is sold unfurnished.

Points of Attention

The villa is sold unfurnished, so furniture, apart from what the vendor chooses to leave, must be arranged separately. There is no mention of a separate guest apartment or staff quarters. The complex is gated, which restricts general public access. No energy performance details or sustainability certifications are stated in the available documentation.

Project Details

Project Name 4 Bed Detached Villa in Atalaya
City Atalaya
Region Costa del Sol
Price €3,250,000
Living Area 386 m²
Avg. price per m² €8,419 / m²
Terrace 120 m²
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4
Parking Yes
Pool Yes
Garden Yes
Build Status key_ready
Completion Completed 2025
IBI/yr €871
Basura/yr €18
Published 2026-10-20

Ref: VL154455

Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía

Lifestyle & Surroundings

This villa suits buyers seeking a finished, move-in-ready home in the Atalaya, Estepona corridor rather than an off-plan commitment. It is relevant for families who want four separate en-suite bedrooms, proximity to international schooling, The International School of Estepona lies about 1.5 km away, and a secure setting with controlled access and round-the-clock security. Buyers who play golf regularly will find two courses within about 2 km. The property also matches those who want beach access without living in a dense frontline tower: the nearest sand is roughly 500–700 metres away in a straight line, while the house sits in a landscaped urbanisation. It is less suited to buyers seeking a lock-up-and-go apartment with on-site management, since this is a detached villa with its own garden and pool requiring maintenance. Those needing direct walking access to a full town centre should note that Marbella is 12 km away by straight line. The house fits both permanent residence and extended seasonal stays, given underfloor heating and air conditioning for winter and summer. Buyers wanting a furnished property must budget separately, as the sale excludes furniture.

Build Quality & Finishing

The interior specification combines travertine marble, natural stone and fine woods with handcrafted detailing. Each of the four bedrooms has its own bathroom finished in modern marble, and the photographic material shows large-format sliding doors connecting bedrooms to outdoor views. The kitchen is fully fitted with Miele appliances throughout. Climate control operates on two systems: underfloor heating for cooler months and air conditioning for summer, with double glazing improving insulation and acoustic comfort. Fitted wardrobes are installed in the bedrooms, and a utility room separates laundry functions from living areas. WiFi infrastructure is in place. The exterior follows the same material logic: a teak sun deck, a Corten steel outdoor shower with an oxidised patina, a covered al fresco dining area and a mature, landscaped garden with olive trees and cypresses. The developer furnished the house during its presentation with restored vintage pieces; however, the sale is unfurnished, so buyers acquire the physical finishes but not the styled contents shown in imagery. The construction date of 2025 means the building systems, glazing and installations are current-generation rather than retrofitted. As with any recent build, the practical condition should be verified during viewing and through the standard snagging and notary process.

Price & Context

Price & Availability

The asking price is fixed at €3,250,000 for the completed villa, which was finished in 2025 and is available key-ready. The price reflects a 386 m² living area on a 1,206 m² plot with four en-suite bedrooms, a private pool and a gated, 24-hour secured complex. The property is sold unfurnished. Additional purchase costs in Spain, including transfer tax, notary and registry fees, are not included in the asking price and typically add a percentage on top. Community fees and annual property tax (IBI) apply and can be requested through the selling agent.

€3,250,000
Price
4
Bedrooms
386 m²
Living Area
4
Bathrooms
€871
IBI/yr
€18
Basura/yr

Context & Surroundings

Daily life at this villa follows the rhythm of a low-density residential zone between Estepona and Marbella. Mornings can begin on the south-facing terrace or pool deck, with sun exposure through most of the day thanks to the orientation. The kitchen is fully fitted with Miele appliances, and the utility room supports the practical side of household routines. With four en-suite bedrooms, the layout accommodates a family or regular guests without shared bathrooms. The urbanisation sits within 2 km of an unusually dense strip of amenities: 201 restaurants, 49 cafés, 28 pharmacies, 23 banks and 4 schools are recorded in that radius, which means groceries, dining and services rarely require a long car journey. Golf is a defining feature of the immediate setting, with El Campanario Golf Course about 1.4 km away and El Paraíso Golf Club roughly 2.1 km from the villa. The beach is a short hop: Playa Isdabe lies 0.5 km and Playa Atalaya 0.6 km away as the crow flies, so an evening walk to the sea is realistic on most days. For sport, the RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club is about 1.6 km distant. The area is quiet by nature, with roughly 258 registered inhabitants in the immediate locality, yet tourism infrastructure nearby, including 24 hotels, keeps restaurants and facilities open year-round. A car remains the practical mode of transport; seven bus lines and 50 stops exist in the wider area, but daily errands are simplest by vehicle.

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Location: Atalaya

Living & Surroundings

The immediate surroundings are defined by a concentration of services unusual for a settlement of this size. Within 2 km, the locality records 201 restaurants, 49 cafés, 28 pharmacies, 23 banks, 7 dentists and 4 schools, a density explained by the coastal tourism strip running between Estepona and Marbella. For residents, this means that daily needs, from pharmacy runs to dining out, are met within a few minutes by car. Healthcare access includes two health centres in the area, and education provision covers 19 primary schools and 10 secondary schools across the wider zone, including The International School of Estepona about 1.5 km away. Public transport exists in the form of 7 lines and 50 stops, useful for occasional journeys, though a car remains the natural choice given the hillside residential fabric. Marbella, 12 km away in a straight line, supplies the nearest full urban centre, while Puerto Banús marina, roughly 5.9 km distant, adds marina services, dining and mooring activity. The area stays active beyond the summer season because of its year-round tourism base of 24 hotels and nearly 6,900 beds, so restaurants and facilities do not shut down in winter as they do in more seasonal resorts.

Map & Location

The map shows the villa's position in Atalaya, with beaches within 700 metres, two golf courses inside 2.5 km and Marbella 12 km to the east along the coast. Note that marked distances are straight-line; road routes are somewhat longer.

Outdoor garden with tall cypress trees, clear blue sky, and informational sign.

Approximate area · exact address shared on request

Location in the Region

Atalaya occupies the coastal zone between Estepona and San Pedro de Alcántara, placing the villa roughly 12 km from Marbella and about 60 km from Málaga city and its airport, all distances straight-line. Gibraltar Airport, at 89 km, provides a secondary air connection. Within the Costa del Sol hierarchy, the position combines westward access to Estepona's quieter townscape with eastward proximity to Puerto Banús and Marbella's commercial weight. The setting is residential and golf-oriented rather than high-rise coastal, consistent with the low local population figure of about 258 inhabitants.

Accessibility & Amenities

Distances below are straight-line; road distances are longer. The nearest beaches, Playa Isdabe and Playa Atalaya, lie 0.5 km and 0.6 km away respectively, with Salduna at 0.7 km. Golf options include El Campanario at 1.4 km and El Paraíso Golf Club at 2.1 km. For sport, RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club is 1.6 km away. Puerto Deportivo José Banús marina sits 5.9 km from the villa. Marbella is 12 km away by straight line, Estepona lies just west, and Málaga city is 60 km distant. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) is approximately 60 km away as the crow flies, with Gibraltar Airport (GIB) at roughly 89 km as an alternative for northern flights. Electric-vehicle drivers can use the Supercharger in Estepona at 4.4 km or the Marbella Supercharger at 9.0 km. By car, the coastal A-7 and AP-7 corridor connects the area to the whole Costa del Sol; travel times depend on season and traffic.

Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) 60 km
Gibraltar (GIB) 89 km

Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps

Room with city view, featuring a balcony and modern decor.

Nature & Climate

Outdoor pool area with wooden deck, surrounded by shrubs and trees, clear blue sky.

The site sits at an elevation of 652 metres according to the terrain record, positioned on the coastal shelf between the sea and the Sierra Bermeja foothills, which explains the pool and panoramic views visible in the property photography. The regional climate averages 16.5°C across the year, with warm, dry summers and mild winters typical of the western Costa del Sol. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or more, lasts about four months, so the private pool extends usable bathing well beyond the sea season. Mediterranean planting around the villa, olives, cypresses, lavender and rosemary, suits the dry summer pattern and requires modest irrigation. The south-facing orientation maximises sun hours on terraces and the pool deck, while double glazing and underfloor heating manage the cooler winter evenings. Rainfall is concentrated in the winter half of the year, keeping the outdoor season long.

4 Swim Season Months
16.5°C Avg. Annual Temperature
652m Elevation

Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)

Beaches & Recreation

Three beaches sit within 700 metres of the villa in a straight line: Playa Isdabe at 0.5 km, Playa Atalaya at 0.6 km and Salduna at 0.7 km, giving residents a choice of sand and chiringuito options along this stretch of coast. Golf is the second recreational pillar, with El Campanario Golf Course 1.4 km away and El Paraíso Golf Club 2.1 km distant, plus its clubhouse at 2.3 km. Racquet sports are covered by the RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club at 1.6 km. For water-based recreation, Puerto Deportivo José Banús, 5.9 km away, offers marina facilities, dining and charter options. The immediate area counts 24 hotels and roughly 6,897 beds, which sustains a wide restaurant scene within 2 km of the villa. Sea swimming is comfortable for about four months a year at 20°C or warmer, while the private pool extends the season from spring to late autumn.

Beaches

  • Playa Isdabe 0.5 km
  • Playa Atalaya 0.6 km
  • Salduna 0.7 km
  • Playa del Saladillo 2.7 km
  • Playa de San Pedro 2.9 km
  • Playa del Sol Villacana 3.3 km

Golf

  • El Campanario Golf Course 1.4 km
  • El Paraíso Golf Club 2.1 km
  • El Paraiso Golf Clubhouse 2.3 km
  • Tramores Golf 3.2 km

Source: OpenStreetMap

Outdoor sign featuring a historical figure with text and a scenic background.

Area Guide: Atalaya

Key Facts

Climate

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

Nearby Amenities

201 Restaurants
4 Schools
28 Pharmacies
23 Banks
49 Cafés
7 Dentists

Elevation & Terrain

652m Elevation

Nearby Highlights

Sports Centres

Golf Courses

Beaches

EV Charging

Marinas

International Schools

Transport & Access

60 km Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP)
89 km Gibraltar (GIB)
427 km Alicante-Elche (ALC)

Summary

  • Key-ready detached villa of 386 m² on a 1,206 m² plot, completed in 2025
  • Four bedrooms, each with its own bathroom
  • Beaches within 700 metres and two golf courses within about 2 km
  • Gated complex with 24-hour security, private pool and south-facing terraces
  • Fixed asking price of €3,250,000, sold unfurnished

Regional Comparison

At €3,250,000 as a fixed asking price, this villa occupies the top tier of the western Costa del Sol market, and the comparison with newer apartment projects in the region illustrates the gap. Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts from €269,950; Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000; and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000. Those developments sell apartments at prices that would amount to a fraction of this villa's cost, but they offer a different product: shared facilities, horizontal living and, in most cases, smaller footprints. This property competes instead with the established villa market between Estepona and Marbella, where plot sizes around 1,200 m², four en-suite layouts and 24-hour security define the premium segment. Locational factors support that positioning: 12 km to Marbella, 5.9 km to Puerto Banús, two golf courses within about 2 km and beaches under 700 metres away. Transaction volume in the area, at 3,163 housing sales per year, indicates an active market with reasonable liquidity for well-located properties, though villa resales in this bracket typically take longer to sell than apartment stock. The distinction between the villa and the comparable apartment projects also matters for cost structure: detached ownership on a private plot carries IBI on the full property, garden and pool maintenance, and no shared community facilities, whereas apartment projects bundle services into community fees. Buyers comparing options should weigh whether the privacy, space and grounds of a villa justify the higher purchase price and running costs against the managed convenience of new apartment developments further along the coast.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the villa sold furnished as shown in the photos?
No. The sale is unfurnished. The vintage furniture visible in the presentation imagery is styling by the developer and is not included in the purchase.
How far is the nearest airport?
Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport is about 60 km away in a straight line. Gibraltar Airport is roughly 89 km away. Actual driving distances are longer.
What heating and cooling systems are installed?
The villa has underfloor heating and air conditioning, combined with double glazing. There is also a utility room and WiFi infrastructure.
Is €3,250,000 a 'from' price?
No. This is an existing, completed home with a fixed asking price of €3,250,000. Additional Spanish purchase costs such as transfer tax and notary fees apply on top.
What security does the complex offer?
The villa sits in a gated complex with 24-hour security.
Which running costs should be expected?
Community fees for the gated complex, annual IBI property tax, and maintenance of the private pool and 1,206 m² garden. Exact figures can be requested from the selling agent.
Can the villa be occupied immediately after purchase?
Yes. Construction was completed in 2025 and the property is key-ready, subject to the normal notary and registration process.
Is a car necessary for daily life here?
In practice, yes. Amenities are dense within 2 km, but the urbanisation is residential and hilly. Seven bus lines with 50 stops exist in the wider area, though most residents use a car.
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Technical Facts
The villa was completed in 2025 and is delivered key-ready
The kitchen is equipped with Miele appliances throughout
Playa Isdabe lies 0.5 km from the property in a straight line
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