This is a completed, recently renovated ground-floor apartment in La Hacienda del Señorío de Cifuentes, a gated urbanisation in El Paraiso, within the municipality of Benahavís on the western Costa del Sol. The property offers 158 m² of built area, of which 103 m² is interior space, with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a south-facing panoramic terrace. The setting sits between Estepona and San Pedro de Alcántara, roughly 1.3 km from the nearest beach and surrounded by several golf courses. Built in 2006, the apartment is available immediately, with an asking price of €676,000 including an underground parking space and storage room.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment lies in El Paraiso, a residential district of Benahavís situated between Estepona and San Pedro de Alcántara. The urbanisation is bordered by golf courses on several sides, with El Campanario Golf Course approximately 300 m away and El Paraíso Golf Club about 1 km. The nearest beach, Playa Isdabe, is roughly 1.3 km away on flat terrain. A supermarket sits within 450 m of the property.
The property functions as a two-bedroom, two-bathroom residence with an ensuite bathroom in the principal bedroom, fitted wardrobes, a utility room, and marble flooring throughout. The principal living space opens onto a south-facing covered terrace of approximately 55 m² with an outdoor kitchen, dining area, and lounge zone. Communal facilities include tropical gardens and several swimming pools within the gated community.
This is not a new-build project. The apartment was completed in 2006 and has since undergone a full renovation, placing it in recently refurbished condition. Interior elements visible in documentation include a modern white kitchen with wooden worktops, a contemporary bathroom with shower, and updated finishes. As an existing resale property, transfer takes place through standard second-hand purchase procedures rather than off-plan contract stages.
The property does not offer a private pool; swimming facilities are communal. It is a ground-floor unit within a larger urbanisation, so no private roof terrace or upper-level vantage applies. No information is available regarding energy performance certification. The nearest EV charging point is approximately 1.8 km away, so charging at home depends on arrangements within the urbanisation. The hospital is 5.2 km away.
This property matches several recognisable buyer situations. First, buyers seeking a turn-key residence without construction risk: the apartment is complete, renovated, and available immediately, which removes the waiting period and phased payments associated with off-plan purchases. Second, buyers prioritising outdoor living space: the approximately 55 m² south-facing terrace with an outdoor kitchen and panoramic views over sea, mountains, and surrounding golf territory is the property's central feature, relevant to those who intend to spend extended periods outdoors year-round. Third, buyers wanting golf within walking distance: with three courses within approximately 1 km, the location supports a golf-centred routine without daily car dependency for the courses themselves. Fourth, buyers who walk or cycle for daily errands: supermarket, pharmacy, and restaurants fall within a practical radius on flat terrain. The property is less aligned with buyers requiring a private pool, an upper-floor vantage point, or four or more bedrooms, since it offers two bedrooms and communal swimming facilities only. Buyers relying fully on electric vehicles should note that the nearest public charging point is 1.8 km away, so home charging arrangements within the urbanisation would need verification. Families have access to The International School of Estepona at approximately 800 m, alongside 19 primary and 10 secondary schools in the wider area, making the location workable for households with children. Finally, buyers using the property part-year should account for the seasonal character of the district: summer months bring tourist activity, while the remainder of the year is quieter.
The apartment has undergone a full renovation, and the documented finishes reflect a contemporary standard. Flooring throughout is marble, a material common in higher-specification Costa del Sol properties of this era, providing a hard, cool surface suited to the climate. The kitchen is modern in style, finished in white with wooden worktops, and opens towards the dining area, creating a connected cooking and eating zone. The bathroom shown in documentation is finished in beige tones with a walk-in shower. Both bedrooms include sliding-door fitted wardrobes, and the principal bedroom has an ensuite bathroom. Air conditioning is installed for climate control; no information is available on the heating system, ceiling installations, or the property's energy performance certificate, which buyers would need to request. The property's technical offering includes a utility room, a storage room, and an underground parking space, the latter protecting the vehicle from sun exposure. The 55 m² terrace is covered, extending usability during the hotter hours and in light rain, and it is equipped with an outdoor kitchen, dining area, and lounge zone. The building itself dates from 2006, so structural elements, communal infrastructure, and insulation standards correspond to that construction period rather than current new-build regulations. The urbanisation's communal areas, tropical gardens and several swimming pools, are maintained through the community fee structure, the current level of which is not stated in the available data.
The asking price is €676,000 for the completed, renovated apartment. The price includes an underground parking space and a storage room, both located within the urbanisation. Measured against the 158 m² built area, the price equates to roughly €4,278 per built m², or approximately €6,563 per m² of the 103 m² interior. Variation within the urbanisation depends on floor level, orientation, and terrace size; this unit's positioning as a ground-floor apartment with a large south-facing terrace and panoramic views is the principal differentiating feature. Additional purchase costs for a resale property in Spain typically include transfer tax, notary, and registry fees.
Daily life at this property revolves around a ground-floor layout that connects the living-dining area directly to a large south-facing terrace. Because the terrace faces south, it receives sun throughout the middle of the day and into the afternoon, which suits outdoor dining and the fitted outdoor kitchen. The terrace functions as an extension of the interior living space for most of the year given the local climate. The urbanisation itself is gated, with tropical gardens and multiple communal pools distributed across the grounds, meaning that a swimming pool is accessible without private maintenance obligations. The immediate surroundings are residential and golf-oriented rather than urban-dense; El Campanario Golf Course lies within 300 m and El Paraíso Golf Club roughly 1 km. Everyday errands are manageable on foot: a supermarket is about 450 m away, a pharmacy 1.1 km, and the 2 km radius contains 31 restaurants, 6 cafés, 3 banks, and a dentist. The beach at Playa Isdabe is roughly 1.3 km away on a gradient of about 1.4%, a walkable or cycleable distance on flat terrain. The area sits at approximately 25 m above sea level, so there are no significant climbs between the property and the coast. The rhythm of the neighbourhood is shaped by a mix of permanent residents and seasonal visitors, with 24 hotels and nearly 6,900 tourist beds in the wider area indicating a summer peak. Outside high season, the district quietens, and the golf courses become the primary focal point of activity.
The immediate environment combines residential calm with practical accessibility. Within a 2 km radius, the documented amenities include 31 restaurants, 6 cafés, 4 pharmacies, 3 banks, 1 dentist, and 1 school, meaning that routine needs are met largely on foot or by bicycle. The International School of Estepona lies approximately 800 m away. Two health centres serve the wider area, and the nearest hospital is 5.2 km distant, reachable within a short drive. Public transport consists of 6 lines with 50 stops in the vicinity, providing connections along the coast, though the area is predominantly car-oriented for longer journeys. The A-7 coastal motorway connects the location to Estepona in one direction and San Pedro, Marbella, and Puerto Banús in the other; Puerto Deportivo José Banús is approximately 6.6 km away. The terrain is essentially flat, a 1.4% gradient to the beach at 25 m elevation, which makes walking and cycling realistic rather than aspirational. Sports facilities nearby include the RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club at 0.9 km. The district's rhythm follows the coast's seasonal pattern: the concentration of hotels and tourist beds generates busier summer months, while autumn through spring is quieter and oriented around golf and resident life.
The map shows the property's position within El Paraiso, between Estepona and San Pedro de Alcántara. Notable nearby markers include the golf courses surrounding the urbanisation on three sides, the beach strip at 1.3 km, the supermarket within 450 m, and the road connections towards Marbella and Puerto Banús to the east. The flat coastal terrain is visible in the absence of significant elevation between the property and the sea.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
El Paraiso occupies a position on the western Costa del Sol within Benahavís municipality, directly between Estepona to the west and San Pedro de Alcántara and Marbella to the east. This places the property in the established 'New Golden Mile' corridor, characterised by residential urbanisations interspersed with golf courses and beach clubs rather than high-density tourism. Puerto Banús lies roughly 6.6 km east. The area sits closer to Gibraltar Airport (approximately 46 km straight-line) than to Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (approximately 52 km straight-line), an unusual feature among Costa del Sol locations, giving arrivals flexibility from two airports.
Distances from the property run as follows. Beaches: Playa Isdabe at 1.3 km, Salduna at 1.4 km, Playa del Saladillo and Playa Atalaya at roughly 1.7 km, all walkable or a short drive on flat terrain. Golf: El Campanario Golf Course at 0.3 km, El Paraíso Golf Club at approximately 1.0 km, and the El Paraiso Clubhouse at 1.1 km, with Los Flamingos and Atalaya courses also in the surrounding area. Towns: Estepona and San Pedro de Alcántara lie on either side of El Paraiso, and Marbella with Puerto Banús is roughly 6.6 km to the marina. Airport: Gibraltar Airport is approximately 46 km straight-line distance and Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport approximately 52 km straight-line, translating to drive times of roughly 45 minutes and just under an hour respectively depending on traffic. Amenities: supermarket 453 m, pharmacy 1.1 km, EV charging 1.8 km, hospital 5.2 km, and Tesla Supercharger stations at Estepona (3.8 km) and Marbella (9.5 km).
| Beach Distance | 1.3 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 46 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 52 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The location records approximately 3,856 sunshine hours per year historically, with an average annual temperature of 19.2°C and a seasonal range of roughly 12–26°C. Winters are mild by northern European standards, while summer temperatures are moderated by the coastal position; the property sits at only 25 m above sea level. The swimming season, periods with sea temperatures of 20°C or above, extends to approximately five months, generally from late spring into early autumn. The terrain slopes at about 1.4% towards the beach, meaning the coastal walk involves negligible elevation change. Natural surroundings include the golf course landscapes immediately around the urbanisation and viewpoints further inland: Mirador de la Charca de los Tubos at 4.4 km and Mirador del Tajo del Novio at 4.9 km, which mark the transition towards the mountainous interior behind the coast. The combination of high sun hours, flat coastal access, and mountain backdrop defines the outdoor usability of the terrace throughout the year.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Four beaches lie within approximately 1.7 km: Playa Isdabe (1.3 km), Salduna (1.4 km), Playa del Saladillo (1.7 km), and Playa Atalaya (1.7 km). These are the sandy beaches of the Estepona, San Pedro coastal stretch, backed by beachside restaurants and residential development rather than unspoiled coastline. Golf is the area's principal recreational anchor: El Campanario Golf Course sits 300 m from the property, El Paraíso Golf Club about 1 km, and the clubhouse within walking distance, with Atalaya and Los Flamingos courses also nearby, five courses effectively within a short drive. Racket sports are covered by the RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club at 0.9 km. Maritime recreation centres on Puerto Deportivo José Banús at 6.6 km, offering moorings, dining, and water-based activities. For walking and nature, the two miradores at 4.4 and 4.9 km provide access to viewpoints over the coastal wetlands and gorges inland. The communal pools within the urbanisation, documented as several, including Lower Pool and Middle Pool at approximately 1.0–1.1 km walking distance within the grounds, supplement the beach and golf offering for daily use.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.8°C | 80 mm |
| February | 13.7°C | 47 mm |
| March | 14.7°C | 154 mm |
| April | 16.7°C | 70 mm |
| May | 19.9°C | 27 mm |
| June | 23.7°C | 6 mm |
| July | 26.7°C | 1 mm |
| August | 27.0°C | 7 mm |
| September | 23.9°C | 28 mm |
| October | 20.6°C | 72 mm |
| November | 16.2°C | 89 mm |
| December | 14.0°C | 80 mm |
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Ref: VL486011
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within the western Costa del Sol, this El Paraiso property occupies a different segment from current new-build offerings further along the coast. The comparables, Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000), and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €269,000), are all new or recent developments at materially lower entry prices, but they differ in three structural respects. First, typology: those projects are typically smaller apartments of 60–90 m², whereas this property offers 158 m² built with a 55 m² south-facing terrace, a format that has become scarce in new construction where terraces are increasingly shared with smaller interiors. Second, setting: the El Paraiso location places three golf courses within 1 km and the beach at 1.3 km on flat terrain, a combination characteristic of the established New Golden Mile corridor between Estepona and San Pedro. Torre del Mar and eastern Mijas, by contrast, are more moderately priced corridors with denser urban frontage and longer distances to this concentration of golf. Third, condition and timing: this apartment is completed and renovated, available immediately, whereas new-build comparables involve phased payments and delivery schedules that may extend one to two years. The trade-off is age: a 2006 building carries construction standards of that period and community infrastructure that may require future maintenance investment, factors absent in new-build deliveries with modern regulations and developer guarantees. Buyers comparing budget levels should also note that the €676,000 asking price here includes a parking space and storage room, items often priced separately in new-build developments and adding typically €25,000–50,000 to headline prices elsewhere. The El Paraiso market itself recorded 3,163 property transactions in the documented dataset, indicating an active resale market with liquidity for established urbanisations. Proximity to two airports, Gibraltar at roughly 46 km straight-line and Malaga at 52 km, is a logistical advantage specific to this western end of the coast.
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