This detached villa is situated in Atalaya, a residential area between Estepona and Marbella on the Costa del Sol. The property offers five bedrooms and three bathrooms across 258 m² of living space on a 390 m² plot, with a private pool, covered terrace and private garage. Built in 1988 and described as being in excellent condition, it has a fixed asking price of €1,300,000. Playa Atalaya and Playa Isdabe lie within roughly 600 metres as the crow flies, while several golf courses sit within about two kilometres of the house.
Within the Costa del Sol market, this villa occupies the established-home segment, which differs fundamentally from the new-build projects commonly advertised in the region. Comparable new developments such as Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,000) offer apartments at entry prices far below the €1,300,000 fixed asking price here, but those figures apply to smaller units, typically with two or three bedrooms and shared facilities, on the eastern or central Costa del Sol. This property, by contrast, is a detached five-bedroom villa on the western stretch between Estepona and Marbella, where land values and villa prices are structurally higher. At roughly €5,000 per m² of built area, the price sits within the range observed for detached homes within walking distance of the beach in this corridor. The location itself strengthens the comparison: few points on the coast combine three beaches within 700 metres with two golf clubs within two kilometres, plus the density of restaurants and services recorded in the area. Marbella at 12 km and Estepona at a comparable distance place the villa between the region's two most established residential markets, while the airport at Málaga, 60 km away, is standard for the western Costa del Sol. Compared with new-build purchases, an existing 1988 villa involves different considerations: no developer guarantees or staged payments, but equally no waiting time and the ability to inspect the finished structure. The trade-off for buyers is between modern specifications and delivery risk on the one hand, and an established location, mature garden and immediate availability on the other.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Atalaya sits on the coastal strip between Estepona and San Pedro de Alcántara. The villa lies approximately 0.5 km from Playa Isdabe and 0.6 km from Playa Atalaya in a straight line, with Marbella around 12 km away. The immediate area combines residential streets with golf courses, including El Campanario at 1.4 km and El Paraíso at 2.1 km.
The house is arranged for permanent family occupation: five bedrooms, three bathrooms, an open-plan living and dining area and a fully equipped kitchen. Outdoor space includes a private pool, terraces and fruit trees. Fitted wardrobes, WiFi and pre-installed air conditioning cover daily practical needs, while a private garage provides parking.
This is an existing home, not a new-build project. Construction was completed in 1988 and the property is key-ready, with no waiting period or off-plan phase. Buyers acquire a finished villa that can be inspected in its current state; the reported condition is good, though individual assessment of a building of this age remains advisable.
The villa does not offer sea views; recorded views are of the garden and pool. The plot of 390 m² is compact relative to the built area, so garden space is limited. Air conditioning is pre-installed rather than fully fitted throughout. No communal facilities such as a gym or paddle courts are included; amenities are private only.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A family relocating to the Costa del Sol for work or schooling would find the five bedrooms, nearby schools and short distance to the beach a practical combination; The International School of Estepona lies 1.5 km away as the crow flies. Households seeking a year-round residence benefit from the pre-installed air conditioning, fitted kitchen and garage, which reduce the work needed before moving in. Buyers wanting a holiday home with generous space for visiting guests can use the five bedrooms without compromise, while the private pool and covered terrace support outdoor living across the season. Golf players form another clear group: two courses sit within about two kilometres, making regular play feasible without lengthy car journeys. The property may suit less well those seeking new-build specifications, panoramic sea views or a large garden, the 390 m² plot limits outdoor space, and views are of the garden and pool. Buyers intending extensive renovation should note the 1988 construction date, which places the house in an age bracket where technical inspection of wiring, plumbing and insulation is standard practice. For a household that values proximity to the sea, golf and everyday amenities over plot size and modern architecture, the configuration is coherent.
The villa was completed in 1988 and is reported to be in excellent condition, which for a property of this age typically indicates ongoing maintenance and periodic renewal of finishes. Documented features include a fully equipped kitchen with ample workspace and storage, fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms, and a covered terrace integrated with the living areas. Climate control is present in the form of hot and cold air conditioning, described as pre-installed, meaning the pipework and provision exist, with units fitted or to be fitted in the rooms as needed. The interior photographs show a living room with sofa and workspace, a master bedroom with wooden floors, and a modern garage with space for a saloon car. The pool and terrace area appear well kept, with a covered patio used as an outdoor lounge. Buyers should treat any condition claim as a starting point for inspection: for a 1988 build, the standard checklist covers the roof, damp proofing, electrical installation, plumbing and window frames. The two documented cultural reference points for quality are the original construction period and the listed upgrades; no information is available on energy performance measures such as insulation thickness, solar panels or heat pumps. The house has no communal areas, so all maintenance falls to the owner: pool upkeep, garden care and exterior painting are recurring costs outside any community fee structure. Fitted wardrobes throughout the bedrooms and the equipped kitchen reduce initial furnishing costs compared with a shell or partially finished property.
The asking price is fixed at €1,300,000 for the complete property, a five-bedroom, three-bathroom villa of 258 m² on a 390 m² plot with private pool and garage. This is an existing home, so there is no price list, no phased releases and no variation by unit type. The price implies roughly €5,000 per m² of built area. Compared with new-build developments in the wider region, which start at around €205,000–€321,000 for apartments, this villa sits in a different segment of the market, reflecting its size, plot and established location near the beach. Availability is immediate, subject to the standard purchase process in Spain.
Daily life in this villa revolves around a straightforward indoor-outdoor rhythm. The south-west orientation means the covered terrace and pool area receive afternoon and evening sun, which suits late lunches outside and evening swimming during the warmer months. The open-plan living and dining area connects directly to the outdoor spaces, so the house works equally well for quiet family evenings and for hosting guests. With five bedrooms, the layout accommodates a larger household or visiting family without conversion work. The local routine is shaped by the surroundings: shops, schools and pharmacies fall within a two-kilometre radius, with four schools and 28 pharmacies registered nearby. Mornings can involve a walk to Playa Isdabe at roughly 500 metres as the crow flies, while afternoons lend themselves to golf at El Campanario, about 1.4 km away, or padel at the RozaRossa club at 1.6 km. The setting is suburban rather than rural, so neighbours and passing traffic form part of everyday life. Atalaya itself is small, with an INE-registered population of 258 inhabitants in 2025, but it functions as part of the continuous Estepona, Marbella coastal corridor, where restaurants, banks and cafés are concentrated, 201 restaurants and 49 cafés lie within two kilometres. A car remains the practical means of transport for most journeys, although 50 public transport stops across seven lines serve the wider area. The house was completed in 1988, which is reflected in its structure and layout; the current condition is reported as good.
The immediate environment is suburban and beachside, with the sea roughly 500–700 metres away in a straight line across three named beaches. Daily errands are concentrated within two kilometres: 201 restaurants, 49 cafés, 28 pharmacies, 23 banks and 7 dentists are registered in that radius, which means most practical needs are met without longer journeys. Education is well covered, with four schools within two kilometres and, more widely, 19 primary schools and 10 secondary schools in the area, plus The International School of Estepona at 1.5 km. Healthcare access consists of two health centres in the locality. The area is quiet in character given Atalaya's small resident population, yet tourism is present: 24 hotels with nearly 6,900 beds operate locally, so summer months bring noticeably more activity to roads, beaches and restaurants. Transport runs on seven public lines with 50 stops, workable for some journeys, though the dispersed layout of the Costa del Sol makes a car the default. Electric-vehicle drivers can use the Supercharger in Estepona at 4.4 km or the Marbella Supercharger at 9.0 km. For boat owners or marina visits, Puerto Deportivo José Banús lies 5.9 km away as the crow flies.
The map shows the villa in its coastal setting between Estepona and Marbella, with the beaches of Atalaya immediately to the south and the golf courses of El Campanario and El Paraíso to the north and east. Distances shown are straight-line measurements; road distances are somewhat longer.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Atalaya occupies a middle position on the western Costa del Sol between Estepona and Marbella (12 km), roughly 60 km from Málaga city and its airport. This stretch is characterised by a chain of golf courses, residential urbanisations and beach communities rather than a single dominant town. Algeciras lies 54 km to the south-west, connecting the region to the port routes to Morocco. The villa's position places both Marbella and Estepona within a short drive, giving access to the services, shopping and nightlife of both while residing in a quieter residential pocket.
Distances in this section are straight-line; actual road distances are longer. The villa lies about 0.5 km from Playa Isdabe and 0.6 km from Playa Atalaya, making the beach reachable on foot for most residents. Marbella is 12 km away, Estepona a similar distance in the other direction, and Málaga city 60 km, the latter matching the distance to Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), the main international gateway. Gibraltar Airport is roughly 89 km away and can be an alternative for certain routes. Golf is unusually close: El Campanario at 1.4 km and El Paraíso at 2.1 km. By car, the coastal A-7 and AP-7 connect Atalaya to the whole region; public transport covers the area with seven lines and 50 stops. Given the distances involved and the suburban layout, a car remains necessary for commuting, larger shopping trips and airport transfers.
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 60 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 89 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The location records an average annual temperature of 16.5°C, a figure that reflects the measured dataset for the area and points to mild winters alongside warm summers. The swimming season, periods with sea water at 20°C or above, lasts about four months, concentrated in summer and early autumn, which defines when the private pool and nearby beaches see most use. The elevated figure of 652 m in the dataset refers to the wider municipal geography rather than the beachside villa itself; the immediate coastal strip is substantially lower and gently inclined, with no significant slopes between the house and the sea. The south-west orientation of the property gives afternoon and evening sun on the terrace, extending usable outdoor hours into the evening in summer. Green surroundings include forest areas noted in the property features, and the region averages over 300 sunshine hours in the summer months, supporting year-round outdoor living. Rainfall is concentrated in the cooler half of the year, keeping the summer dry.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches lie within 700 metres as the crow flies: Playa Isdabe (0.5 km), Playa Atalaya (0.6 km) and Salduna (0.7 km), giving residents a choice of access points within walking distance. Golf is the second pillar of local recreation, with El Campanario Golf Course at 1.4 km, El Paraíso Golf Club at 2.1 km and its clubhouse at 2.3 km, an unusually dense cluster for the coast. Racket sports are covered by the RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club at 1.6 km. For swimming beyond the sea and the private pool, public facilities include the Lower Pool (2.0 km) and Middle Pool (2.1 km). Marinas, water sports and beach clubs extend along the coast, with Puerto Deportivo José Banús at 5.9 km. The concentration of restaurants, 201 within two kilometres, supports a lively dining scene throughout the year, though it is busiest in the tourist season when the area's 24 hotels fill.
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: VL745436
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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