This completed detached villa is situated in Atalaya, in the municipality of Estepona, Málaga. Built in 2005 and recently modernised (indicative), the property offers 498 m² of living space on a 1,000 m² plot, with five bedrooms and four bathrooms. The area combines residential quiet with proximity to golf courses, beaches and shopping facilities. Puerto Banús and Marbella are a short drive away. The asking price is €2,300,000, and the property is sold furnished and move-in ready, presented as shown in the photographs.
Within the western Costa del Sol, Atalaya sits in the Estepona, Benahavís, Marbella corridor, one of the most established villa markets in southern Spain. The asking price of €2,300,000 for 498 m² (approximately €4,600/m²) positions the property in the mid-to-upper segment for the area: above Estepona town averages, below the peak prices achieved in Los Flamingos, La Zagaleta or the Golden Mile, where large villas regularly trade well above €5 million. Compared with nearby new-build offerings, the competitive set differs fundamentally. Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona starts from €269,000, Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950 and Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000, these are apartment developments serving a different buyer profile, typically second-home purchasers or investors seeking rental yield rather than a detached family villa. What a buyer at this level typically weighs is the trade-off between a new-build villa on a larger plot further inland (for example in the Benahavís or Istán area) versus an established, renovated property closer to services. This villa's differentiator is the combination of renovation depth, bathrooms, kitchens, technical systems all renewed, with a location that is walkable to schools, shops and restaurants, which is uncommon for villas in this price bracket that often sit in gated estates requiring a car for every errand. Proximity to El Campanario (1.4 km) and El Paraíso (2.1 km) golf courses places it within the golf-oriented buyer segment, while the 60 km distance to Málaga airport and 89 km to Gibraltar frame the access calculus that applies across the whole western Costa del Sol. Market activity in the wider area, 3,163 recorded property transactions, indicates a liquid resale market, which matters for exit planning, though individual outcomes depend on timing and condition.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Atalaya sits between Estepona and Marbella on the western Costa del Sol, in a residential urbanisation near golf courses and the coast. Beaches such as Playa Atalaya and Playa Isdabe lie within a kilometre, while El Campanario Golf Course is 1.4 km away. The setting is inland relative to the coastal road, quiet, and oriented towards everyday life in an established neighbourhood rather than a resort environment.
The villa functions as a full-time or seasonal family residence with five bedrooms, a self-contained guest apartment, cinema room, gym space and private pool. Ceiling heights range from approximately 2.80 m to 7 m in the entrance hall. The layout suits multi-generational use, extended stays by guests, and outdoor living on south-facing terraces with a barbecue area and children's playground.
This is not a new-build project. The villa was completed in 2005 (indicative) and has since been renovated: all bathrooms renewed, new furniture and mattresses, custom-made furnishings, Italian kitchens and updated technical installations. The property is delivered in completed condition and sold fully furnished, with no further construction phase or waiting time involved.
The property does not offer sea-front positioning, direct beach access, or panoramic sea views; views are limited to garden and pool, with partial sea views from one upper-level bedroom. There is no public transport dependency eliminated, daily errands require a car. The 1,000 m² plot is compact relative to some villa estates in the region, and no energy performance certificate details are specified in the available data.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A family relocating to the Costa del Sol who want established construction, walkable schools and space for visiting relatives would find the five-bedroom layout and independent guest apartment directly relevant. Buyers seeking a turnkey second home, arriving with suitcases rather than a renovation plan, match the furnished, recently refurbished condition. Households that place a premium on privacy, given the plot is not overlooked from any side, will note this as a defining characteristic. Multi-generational arrangements work well here: the lower-level apartment allows independent living for parents or adult children while sharing the main house for communal time. Buyers who use a property intensively for part of the year, with cinema room, gym space, jacuzzi terrace and pool, receive amenity space that supports long stays without leaving the plot. It is less suited to buyers wanting new-build warranties, frontline sea views, or a lock-up apartment with zero outdoor maintenance. A car is required for hospital visits (24 km), the airport (60 km) and most regional travel, so households unwilling to drive daily should factor that in. For comparison, buyers with smaller budgets considering new apartments in the region, such as Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950 or Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €269,000, are looking at a fundamentally different product: apartment living versus a detached villa with private pool, garage and guest facilities.
The villa was built in 2005 with construction details noted as thick walls and insulation levels above the standard of its period. The recent renovation programme addressed the key wear points: all bathrooms have been renovated, furniture and mattresses are new, and soft furnishings include custom-made pieces. The kitchens are Italian-manufactured and fitted with Smeg appliances. Technical installations include smart home systems and a whole-property water filtration system. Ceiling heights are unusually generous for the region and era, approximately 2.80 m at the lowest points, around 5 m in the master bedroom and 7 m in the entrance hall, which affects both the spatial experience and natural light distribution. Climate control is comprehensive: air conditioning for hot and cold operation, supplemented by a fireplace in the living area. Storage is provided through fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms, a dedicated storage room, technical room and laundry facilities on the lower level, plus two parking or garage areas. The condition is listed as excellent, recently renovated and recently refurbished. No energy performance certificate rating is included in the available data; buyers prioritising energy efficiency should request the certificate and the technical building file (ITE, where applicable) during due diligence. The property is sold fully furnished and presented exactly as shown in the photographs, which transfers both the benefit of immediacy and the limitation that the interior finishes are taken as-is.
The asking price is €2,300,000 for the completed villa of 498 m² on a 1,000 m² plot, equating to roughly €4,600 per m² of built area. The property is available as a turnkey purchase: sold fully furnished and presented as photographed, with no additional furnishing outlay required. Recurring costs are comparatively modest for the segment, with a community fee of approximately €20 per month. There is no pricing variation across units, as this concerns a single existing property. Buyers should budget separately for purchase taxes and notary, land registry and legal fees customary in Andalucía.
Daily life at this villa revolves around a layered layout across three levels. The main floor combines a glass-surrounded living and dining area opening onto terraces, the pool and outdoor entertaining spaces, with a fitted Italian kitchen including a breakfast area, an en-suite bedroom, guest toilet and laundry room. The upper floor is dominated by a master suite of approximately 130 m² with walk-in wardrobe, bathroom and a private terrace with jacuzzi, alongside a second en-suite bedroom with its own terrace. The lower level operates independently as a guest apartment with a new kitchen, complemented by a cinema room, fitness or yoga space, storage, technical room and garage space for two vehicles. The rhythm of the house suits mornings on the south-east facing terraces, swimming in the south-facing pool with its exposure to sun throughout the day, and evenings around the barbecue area. Outside the plot, the surrounding urbanisation provides walkable access to restaurants, a shopping centre and schools, with the International School of Estepona 1.5 km away and El Campanario Golf Course 1.4 km distant. A car remains necessary for most journeys, Estepona centre, Marbella and Puerto Banús are all drive-to destinations, but for coffee, dinner, groceries or a round of golf, walking distance covers a meaningful part of the week. The neighbourhood is residential and quiet, with approximately 258 registered inhabitants (INE 2025) in the immediate locality, while the wider 2 km radius carries a substantial service economy of some 200 restaurants and 49 cafés.
Atalaya functions as a residential urbanisation between Estepona and San Pedro de Alcántara, and daily infrastructure is dense within a short radius. Within 2 km there are approximately 201 restaurants, 4 schools, 28 pharmacies, 23 banks, 49 cafés and 7 dentists, alongside 19 primary schools and 10 secondary schools in the wider area and 2 health centres. The nearest pharmacy is 6.2 km by the measured route and a supermarket 11 km, though walkable shopping facilities exist closer to the urbanisation according to the property's setting description. The immediate locality counts around 258 inhabitants (INE 2025), which translates into quiet streets outside the holiday periods, while the wider area supports 24 hotels and roughly 6,900 tourist beds, meaning summer months bring noticeably more activity to the coastal strip. Public transport exists (7 lines, 50 stops) but is oriented towards the coast road rather than doorstep service; practical living here assumes a car. EV owners will find a Supercharger in Estepona 4.4 km away and another in Marbella at 9 km. The nearest hospital is 24 km away, which is the main structural distance to note for permanent residents.
The map shows the villa's position in Atalaya, between Estepona and Marbella on the western Costa del Sol. Points of interest include the nearby beaches of Isdabe and Atalaya, El Campanario and El Paraíso golf courses, the International School of Estepona, and the route towards Puerto Banús and the AP-7 corridor.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Atalaya occupies the middle ground between Estepona (west) and Marbella/San Pedro de Alcántara (east), on the western Costa del Sol. Puerto Banús is approximately 5.9 km away by marina reference, placing the villa within the Marbella orbit of restaurants, marina life and nightlife, while retaining Estepona's quieter, more Spanish town character to the west. The position suits buyers who want access to both, the international school network of Estepona and the retail and dining of Marbella, without living in either centre.
Beaches are close in practical terms: Playa Isdabe at 0.5 km, Playa Atalaya at 0.6 km and Salduna at 0.7 km. Golf is a defining feature of the immediate area, El Campanario Golf Course lies 1.4 km away, El Paraíso Golf Club at 2.1 km, with La Quinta Golf and further academies within a 47 km radius including the wider offering of the region. Puerto Deportivo José Banús marina is 5.9 km away. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) is approximately 60 km in a straight line, typically a 45–60 minute drive depending on traffic; Gibraltar Airport (GIB) is roughly 89 km straight-line to the west. The International School of Estepona sits 1.5 km from the property. Sport facilities include the RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club at 1.6 km. A supermarket is 11 km by road and a hospital 24 km, both of which frame the practical need for a car in this location.
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 60 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 89 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The location records approximately 3,822 sunshine hours per year (historical data), a high figure even by Andalusian standards, supporting year-round terrace and pool use. The swimming season, with sea temperatures at or above 20°C, spans about four months, typically June through September, though the south-facing pool extends comfortable outdoor swimming beyond that window. The average annual temperature is 16.5°C, reflecting the elevated position: the site sits at 652 m above sea level, which brings cooler nights in winter than directly on the coast and somewhat warmer summer evenings. The elevation and the inland siting within the urbanisation mean the property benefits from air circulation and reduced coastal humidity. The terrain of the plot is landscaped across several levels, which is consistent with the sloping character of the area. Rainfall concentrates in the winter half-year, with dry, stable summers typical of the Mediterranean climate zone.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest beaches, Playa Isdabe (0.5 km), Playa Atalaya (0.6 km) and Salduna (0.7 km), are walkable or a short drive from the villa and form part of the Estepona coastal stretch. The wider area between Estepona and Marbella carries a chain of chiringuitos, beach clubs and water sports facilities. Golf dominates the recreational offer inland: El Campanario Golf Course (1.4 km) and El Paraíso Golf Club (2.1 km) are the closest of several courses, with additional options such as La Quinta Golf reachable within a short drive. Racket sports are covered by the RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club at 1.6 km. For marine leisure, Puerto Deportivo José Banús lies 5.9 km away, offering berths, dining and boat excursions. On the property itself, recreation is built in: a south-facing private pool, jacuzzi on the master terrace, cinema room, fitness or yoga room, barbecue area and a children's playground in the garden.
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: VL894644
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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