A three-bedroom, four-bathroom corner duplex penthouse of 191 m² in El Paraiso, on Estepona's New Golden Mile along the Costa del Sol. The property forms part of a gated Mediterranean resort community with pastel façades, palm-lined gardens and a lagoon-style communal pool. An entire upper floor is dedicated to the primary suite, with a private solarium, dressing area and ensuite bathroom with jetted bath and separate shower. The asking price is fixed at €625,000, with garage parking included. The nearest beach lies 1.3 km away as the crow flies, and two golf courses sit within one kilometre.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
El Paraiso sits between Estepona and Marbella on the New Golden Mile, roughly 14 km from Marbella and 61 km from Málaga. The beach at Playa Isdabe is 1.3 km away in a direct line, and El Campanario Golf Course is just 300 metres away. The A-7 coastal road is close by, connecting the area to Estepona, Puerto Banús and Marbella.
The penthouse offers a split-level layout with three bedrooms, four bathrooms and 191 m² of living space. The upper floor is a private primary suite with its own solarium; the lower level holds two further bedrooms, a connected living and dining area, a separate fitted kitchen and a laundry area. A main terrace, covered terrace and storage room complete the layout.
This is not a new-build project but an existing home, originally completed in 1970, delivered key-ready and described as being in excellent condition. The interiors have been modernised. Purchase therefore involves a resale transaction rather than an off-plan construction phase, and the property can be occupied directly after completion of the sale.
The property offers garden and urban views rather than sea views. There is no private pool; swimming is limited to the communal lagoon pool. The building dates from 1970, so construction standards differ from current new-build regulations. The solarium sits atop a two-level duplex, which involves stairs in daily use.
Ref: VL388989
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property fits several recognisable situations. A buyer seeking a lock-up-and-leave second home benefits from the gated resort with security and on-site maintenance, plus the fact that the home is key-ready with no works pending. A couple wanting a private upper-floor retreat while retaining guest space will recognise the split-level design: the primary suite with solarium and spa-style ensuite sits apart from two further bedrooms below, one of them ensuite with terrace access. Buyers who swim and play golf will find the lagoon pool plus two golf courses within a kilometre practical. Families considering schooling will note The International School of Estepona 800 metres away and a broader offering of 19 primary and 10 secondary schools in the area. The property is less obvious for buyers wanting sea views, a private pool or a brand-new building with current energy standards, the views here are of gardens and the urban environment, swimming is communal, and the building dates from 1970. It also suits those who value space per euro: 191 m² with four bathrooms is generous relative to many modern apartments at this price point. Daily stairs between levels should be factored in for anyone with mobility considerations. Finally, a car is effectively necessary; buyers planning to live without one will find the walkable radius limited, despite the presence of public transport lines in the region.
The property is presented in excellent condition with modern interiors, according to the listing data. The connected living and dining area is finished with contemporary fittings, and photographic analysis shows a modern dining area, a kitchen with stainless-steel fittings and a modern bedroom with balcony view. The separate fitted kitchen and dedicated laundry area indicate a practical rather than open-plan service layout. Storage is addressed through fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms and a separate storage room. Climate control consists of air conditioning, and WiFi is installed. The primary suite upstairs includes a walk-through dressing area and a spa-style ensuite with a jetted bath and separate shower, a higher specification than a standard family bathroom. Outdoor spaces are well developed: a private solarium on the roof level, a main terrace with room for dining and a barbecue, and a covered terrace for shade. Garage parking is included, with photographic evidence of an underground parking bay. As with any resale property built in 1970, the underlying construction predates current regulations on insulation and energy performance; the modernisation applies to interiors and installations rather than the building envelope. Buyers wishing to verify technical condition, wiring, plumbing, window frames and insulation, should arrange an independent survey, which is standard practice for Spanish resale purchases. Community facilities, including the lagoon-style pool and landscaped gardens, are maintained collectively through community fees, for which no figures are listed here.
The property is an existing home with a fixed asking price of €625,000, not a from-price within a variable price list. For that sum, the buyer acquires 191 m² of living space across two levels, three bedrooms, four bathrooms, a private solarium, a main terrace, a storage room and an included garage parking space within a gated community. Context matters when weighing this figure: new-build projects elsewhere on the coast start considerably lower, Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000, Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000, but those are smaller or inland-located new developments, whereas this is a completed, key-ready duplex penthouse in an established resort near golf and beach. The provincial median income of €16,450 per year indicates that the local market is driven largely by international buyers rather than domestic purchasing power. Availability is immediate, subject to the seller's position.
Daily life in this penthouse revolves around a resort-style rhythm. Mornings can begin on the private solarium, which catches south-westerly sun and gives the upper-floor suite a genuinely secluded outdoor space. The lower level opens through sliding glass doors onto the main terrace, sized for alfresco dining, a barbecue and outdoor seating. Because the layout is split over two floors, guests or family members on the lower level have their own bedrooms and bathrooms while the primary suite upstairs remains a separate retreat. Within the resort, the village-like setting, pastel façades, terracotta rooftops and palm-lined gardens, wraps around a lagoon-style communal pool, so swimming and sunbathing do not require leaving the grounds. The community is gated with on-site security and includes garage parking. Beyond the gates, the immediate area is practical: within two kilometres there are 31 restaurants, six cafés, four pharmacies, three banks and a school, plus The International School of Estepona 800 metres away. Playa Isdabe, Salduna and Playa Atalaya beaches are all within 1.7 km as the crow flies. Golf occupies a central place in local life, with El Campanario Golf Course 300 metres away and El Paraiso Golf Club about a kilometre distant. A car is the natural mode of transport here; the description mentions a two-minute drive to a restaurant and five to seven minutes to Playa del Saladillo, indicating that everyday errands, dining and the beach are short hops rather than walkable distances for most residents. Public transport does exist, six lines with 50 stops in the wider area, but it serves mainly as a supplement.
El Paraiso forms part of the stretch between Estepona and Marbella known as the New Golden Mile, a residential belt of low-rise resort communities, golf courses and beach chiringuitos. The immediate surroundings combine quiet, gated urbanisations with everyday infrastructure: within two kilometres, residents can reach 31 restaurants, six cafés, four pharmacies, three banks, a dentist and a school, meaning most daily needs are met without driving to Estepona or Marbella town centres. The area's tourism footprint, 24 hotels with nearly 6,900 beds, brings restaurants and services that stay active beyond the summer season, while the residential character keeps the streets calm outside holiday peaks. Two health centres serve the area, and education options include an international school 800 metres away. For recreation, RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club is 900 metres away, and two golf clubs lie within 1.1 km. Beach life centres on Playa Isdabe at 1.3 km, with Salduna and Playa Atalaya slightly further. The gradient to the beach is flat at 1.4%, so walking and cycling are realistic on this terrain. Evening life can shift towards Puerto Banús, roughly 10 minutes by car according to the listing description, where the marina, restaurants and shops of one of the coast's best-known destinations are within easy reach.
The map shows the penthouse's position within El Paraiso, with the golf courses immediately west and south, the beaches of Isdabe and Atalaya towards the coast, and Puerto Banús a short drive north-east along the A-7.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Within the Costa del Sol hierarchy, El Paraiso occupies a middle position between Estepona's municipal services at one end and Marbella's established prestige at the other, 14 km to the north-east. It belongs to the New Golden Mile, a corridor that has absorbed much of the coast's residential growth since Puerto Banús expanded westwards. Málaga, the regional capital with 579,076 inhabitants and the main international airport, lies 61 km away. Locally, the area functions as a self-contained residential zone with golf, beach and schooling, rather than as a town in its own right, Estepona and San Pedro de Alcántara provide town-centre functions.
The nearest beach, Playa Isdabe, lies 1.3 km away in a direct line, a flat walk or short drive. Puerto Deportivo José Banús is 6.6 km away by straight-line distance, around 10 minutes by car per the listing. Marbella is 14 km away, Estepona reachable within minutes along the A-7, and Málaga city 61 km distant. Two airports serve the area: Gibraltar at roughly 46 km and Malaga-Costa del Sol at about 52 km straight-line, meaning both are comparable in direct distance, though transfer times depend on border crossing (Gibraltar) and motorway routing. Alicante-Elche, at 443 km, is not a practical option. Electric-vehicle owners can use the Supercharger in Estepona, 3.8 km away, or the Marbella Supercharger at 9.5 km. Public transport consists of six lines with 50 stops in the area, useful for local connections but limited for regional travel; a car remains the practical choice. On-site parking is included in the purchase.
| Beach Distance | 1.3 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 46 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 52 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data points to a typical Costa del Sol profile: average monthly temperatures range from 12°C in the coolest month to 26°C in the warmest, with an annual average of 19.2°C. The swimming season, when sea water holds at 20°C or above, lasts about five months, roughly May through October, which aligns with the communal pool season of the resort. Elevation is 25 metres above sea level, and the terrain slopes at just 1.4% towards the beach, so the setting is flat and walking-friendly. The south-west orientation of the penthouse means the terrace and solarium receive afternoon and evening sun, favouring late-day outdoor use; mornings on the east-facing side will be cooler in summer. Inland from the coast, the Sierra Bermeja mountain backdrop rises behind Estepona, and two viewpoints, Mirador de la Charca de los Tubos at 4.4 km and Mirador del Tajo del Novio at 4.9 km, offer walking destinations within a short drive. With roughly 32 local public holidays per year, the municipal calendar brings regular fiestas and markets to nearby towns.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches sit within 1.7 km of the property: Playa Isdabe at 1.3 km, Salduna at 1.4 km and Playa Atalaya at 1.7 km, all measured in a straight line. These are the sandy coves and chiringuito-lined stretches characteristic of the New Golden Mile, quieter than central Marbella beaches. Golf is the area's defining sport: El Campanario Golf Course is 300 metres away, El Paraiso Golf Club one kilometre and its clubhouse 1.1 km, giving residents effectively a golf community at their doorstep. Padel and tennis players can use RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club 900 metres away. The communal lagoon-style pool within the resort provides daily swimming without leaving the grounds. For maritime recreation, Puerto Deportivo José Banús marina is 6.6 km away, offering berths, boat trips and the associated dining and shopping of Puerto Banús. Sports centres listed nearby include two pool complexes at 1.0 and 1.1 km. The mix suits a household that divides its time between beach days, golf rounds and poolside afternoons, with padel and marina activities as seasonal variations.
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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Set against comparable offerings on the coast, this penthouse occupies a specific niche: an established, key-ready resale home in a mature resort setting, priced at a fixed €625,000. The listed comparables are all new-build projects with from-prices: Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000. The comparison is instructive rather than direct. Those projects offer modern construction, current building regulations and often lower entry prices, but they sit further from the beach-golf core of the western Costa del Sol, Torre del Mar and inland Mijas in particular, and their from-prices typically cover smaller units. This penthouse, by contrast, delivers 191 m² and four bathrooms in El Paraiso itself, where the immediate environment includes two golf courses within a kilometre, three beaches within 1.7 km and an international school 800 metres away. That combination, quantity of finished space plus an established, amenity-rich location, is what the price premium buys. The regional market context supports steady demand: 3,163 housing transactions per year are recorded in the area, and tourism infrastructure of 24 hotels and nearly 6,900 beds keeps the local economy active beyond summer. Within the New Golden Mile itself, El Paraiso is regarded as one of the quieter, more residential urbanisations, less touristic than the beachfront strips nearer Puerto Banús and less town-centre than Estepona's old quarter 61 km from Málaga but minutes from the A-7. Buyers weighing this property against new-build alternatives should weigh the trade-off explicitly: modern construction and warranty coverage on one side; space, location maturity and immediate availability on the other.
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