A fully renovated detached villa of approximately 380 m² on a 5,000 m² hillside plot in the Montes de Málaga natural area, north-east of Málaga city. The property comprises a main residence with three bedrooms, an independent two-bedroom guest apartment and a lower leisure level with private pool, sauna, jacuzzi and gym. It offers panoramic views over the mountains, the city and the Mediterranean. The asking price is fixed at €1,075,000. The villa was completed in 2000 and renovated in 2025, and is key-ready. Málaga city centre is roughly 15 minutes away by car; the airport around 25 minutes.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The villa sits within a small gated residential community in the hills of the Montes de Málaga, accessed via the Carretera de Colmenar (A-7000). The setting is rural and quiet, with the beaches of El Palo and Las Acacias roughly 0.5 km away as the crow flies. Málaga city centre is about 15 minutes by car, and Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport approximately 25 minutes.
The layout serves multiple living arrangements: a main residence with three bedrooms and three bathrooms, a self-contained guest apartment with two bedrooms, and a leisure level with pool, sauna, jacuzzi, gym and entertainment room. Private parking for three vehicles, landscaped gardens and multiple terraces support both permanent residence and use as a spacious second home.
This is an existing property, originally completed in 2000 and fully renovated in 2025. It is key-ready, meaning no waiting period for construction or delivery. Renovation works are recent, so fittings and installations reflect current standards rather than the original build year.
The municipal water connection is still being arranged, though an agreement is in place; the property currently relies on a private well with filtration. There are two septic tanks rather than a mains sewer connection. The mobile home near the southern entrance is not included in the asking price. The asking price is firm.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A family relocating to Málaga permanently may value the five bedrooms across two independent units, allowing older children, relatives or staff separate quarters without sharing entrances. Buyers who regularly host guests can use the middle-level apartment while keeping the main residence private. Those seeking a second home with year-round usability benefit from the pool, sauna, jacuzzi and gym, which make the property comfortable outside the summer season as well. Buyers who prioritise privacy and land, 5,000 m² of hillside plot with two street entrances, will find few comparable options this close to Málaga city. The property also suits households that want self-sufficiency: the private well with filtration and storage, three-phase electricity and an 8 kW backup generator provide a degree of independence from public infrastructure. It is less suitable for buyers who want to walk to shops and restaurants daily, or who prefer a low-maintenance apartment. The hillside location and plot size imply ongoing garden maintenance. Buyers should also be comfortable with the septic tank system until a mains sewer connection becomes available, and with the firm asking price, which leaves limited negotiation space.
The property was fully renovated in 2025, which places the interior finishing, installations and fittings at current standards rather than those of the original 2000 construction. The open-plan kitchen with central island connects directly to the living and dining area, a layout typical of contemporary renovations. Interior photographs show wooden beams in the bedrooms, a modern kitchen with mountain views and an open-plan living space opening onto a patio, indicating a mix of traditional structure and updated interior design. Climate control is present in multiple forms: air conditioning for both hot and cold, a fireplace in the living area, and orientation on three sides (south-east, south and south-west) that supports natural light and passive heat management. The technical infrastructure is more extensive than most coastal homes: three-phase electricity, an approximately 8 kW backup generator, a private water well with storage tanks and a full filtration and treatment system, two independent septic tanks and high-speed internet. The municipal water connection is being arranged with an agreement already in place. The wellness facilities, sauna, outdoor jacuzzi and gym, and the entertainment room with its own kitchen and bathroom are finished as usable spaces, not shell areas. The condition is described as excellent, recently renovated and recently refurbished. As with any renovation project, buyers are advised to verify the quality and warranties of the 2025 works during due diligence.
The asking price is €1,075,000 and is firm, meaning it is presented as a fixed price rather than a starting price. For this amount, the buyer acquires a renovated property of approximately 380 m² on a 5,000 m² plot with a main residence, an independent guest apartment and a private leisure level including pool, sauna and gym. The mobile home near the southern entrance is excluded and available separately. Running costs are comparatively low: annual property tax (IBI) of €384.48 and community fees of €60 per month. Compared with new-build apartments elsewhere on the Costa del Sol, which start at roughly €205,000 to €321,900, this property occupies a different segment in terms of scale, land and facilities.
Daily life at this property revolves around its three-level layout and generous outdoor space. The upper level functions as the main residence: three bedrooms, three bathrooms (two en-suite), and an open-plan kitchen with central island flowing into a living and dining area with fireplace and access to a large panoramic terrace. The master suite includes a jacuzzi bathtub. The middle level is a fully independent apartment with two bedrooms and one bathroom, suitable for guests, family members or longer-term visitors who value privacy. The lower level is dedicated to leisure: a private swimming pool, sauna, outdoor jacuzzi, gym and an entertainment room with its own kitchen and bathroom. The 5,000 m² plot offers landscaped gardens and several terraces at different heights, so outdoor space can be used throughout the day following the sun. The south-east to south-west orientation means the terraces receive sun across the middle and later part of the day, with views extending over the mountains, Málaga city and the sea. Access is via two separate street entrances, with private parking for up to three vehicles. The setting is a small gated community in a natural hillside environment; shops, restaurants and other daily amenities require a short drive. Beaches at El Palo and Pedregalejo are within easy reach by car, as is the city centre with its full range of cultural and commercial facilities.
The immediate surroundings are the green hillside of the Montes de Málaga, a natural area with mountain landscapes directly north of the city. The villa lies in a small gated urbanisation, which limits through traffic and contributes to a quiet residential character. Within 2 km of the location, the area intelligence counts 53 restaurants, 16 pharmacies, 11 banks and 14 cafés, indicating that daily amenities are concentrated nearby, though reaching them requires a short drive given the hillside position. Beaches are close in straight-line terms: Playa de El Palo and Playa de las Acacias at 0.5 km, and Playa de Pedregalejo at 1.0 km as the crow flies; the actual road distance up and down the hillside is longer. The Pedregalejo and El Palo districts are traditional seaside neighbourhoods of Málaga with chiringuitos and a local, non-touristy atmosphere. Sports facilities are within walking range, including the Aviva! sports centre at 0.4 km and SportMiraflores at 0.6 km. For boating, Puerto Deportivo del Candado lies 1.8 km away. Public transport is available with 27 lines and 50 stops in the wider area, though a car remains the practical mode of transport from the villa itself.
The map shows the villa's position on the hillside above Málaga's eastern districts. The beaches of El Palo and Pedregalejo, the city centre, the marinas and Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport are all marked, illustrating how the rural setting connects to the urban coastline within a short drive.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Within the Costa del Sol, this property occupies an unusual position: inland and rural in character, yet minutes from a major provincial capital. Most comparable villas with this land size sit 20 to 40 minutes from a city centre, in areas such as Benalmádena Pueblo, Mijas or Estepona's hinterland. Here, the Montes de Málaga place a natural, green environment directly behind the city. Málaga itself functions as the regional hub: airport, high-speed rail, university, museums and the Picasso district. The eastern side of the city, towards El Palo and Pedregalejo, is less dominated by international tourism than the western Costa del Sol, giving the area a more Spanish residential identity.
Access to the property runs via the Carretera de Colmenar (A-7000), the road connecting Málaga with the inland hills. Málaga city centre is approximately 15 minutes away by car, and Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport around 25 minutes; the airport is roughly 13 km away in a straight line. Gibraltar Airport is approximately 109 km away and Alicante-Elche around 378 km, both realistically reached by other means than a direct drive. Beach distances are short as the crow flies: 0.5 km to El Palo and Las Acacias, 1.0 km to Pedregalejo, though the hillside topography adds road distance. Golf is less immediate: Club de Golf Málaga Parador lies 12.2 km away and Club de Golf de Guadalhorce 15.0 km. Marinas include Puerto Deportivo del Candado at 1.8 km and the city marinas at 4.6 and 4.7 km. Public transport covers the wider area with 27 lines and 50 stops; for the villa itself, private transport is the practical standard, with parking for three vehicles on the plot.
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 13 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 109 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The location lies at approximately 11 metres above sea level on a hillside, which explains the panoramic views and the sloping character of the 5,000 m² plot. The regional climate is Mediterranean: average monthly temperatures range from 15°C in the coolest months to 28°C in summer, with an annual average of 19.5°C. The swimming season extends to six months, during which sea water stays at or above 20°C. Frost is rare at this elevation, and the terraces can be used for most of the year. The Montes de Málaga provide the green backdrop: a natural area of pine-covered hills directly adjacent to the city, which moderates summer heat and offers walking and cycling routes from the doorstep. The south-east, south and south-west orientations of the villa mean morning light reaches one side of the house while the afternoon and evening sun falls on the main panoramic terraces. Local records note 32 public holidays per year in the municipality, reflecting the dense festival calendar of Málaga province.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest beaches sit on Málaga's eastern coastline: Playa de El Palo and Playa de las Acacias at 0.5 km as the crow flies, and Playa de Pedregalejo at 1.0 km. Pedregalejo and El Palo are former fishing neighbourhoods with a local character, seafront promenades and a high concentration of fish restaurants along the paseo. Water sports and swimming are practical for roughly six months of the year given sea temperatures of 20°C or more. For boat owners, Puerto Deportivo del Candado lies 1.8 km away, with IGY Málaga Marina and the Marina Real Club Mediterráneo in the city at 4.6 and 4.7 km. Golf requires a drive: Club de Golf Málaga Parador at 12.2 km and Club de Golf de Guadalhorce at 15.0 km. Sports centres are close by, including Aviva! at 0.4 km, SportMiraflores at 0.6 km and the Polideportivo Municipal José Paterna at 0.8 km. Within the property itself, recreation is private: pool, sauna, outdoor jacuzzi, gym and an entertainment room. Viewpoints such as Mirador Este (2.0 km) and Mirador Sur (2.1 km) offer additional outlooks over the city and coastline.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.8°C | 46 mm |
| February | 13.8°C | 32 mm |
| March | 15.1°C | 99 mm |
| April | 17.0°C | 44 mm |
| May | 20.5°C | 24 mm |
| June | 24.6°C | 8 mm |
| July | 27.2°C | 1 mm |
| August | 27.4°C | 8 mm |
| September | 24.3°C | 27 mm |
| October | 20.7°C | 64 mm |
| November | 16.3°C | 72 mm |
| December | 13.8°C | 51 mm |
Ref: VL722841
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
At €1,075,000, this villa sits well above the entry segment of the Costa del Sol new-build market. Comparable projects listed in the region include Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,950). Those developments offer modern apartments at considerably lower entry prices, but in a fundamentally different product category: communal facilities, limited private land and construction timelines that remain indicative until delivery. This property, by contrast, is an existing, key-ready home with 5,000 m² of private land, its own pool and wellness facilities, and an independent guest apartment, features that rarely appear below the €1 million mark on this coast. Geographically, the position also differs. Torre del Mar, Mijas and Estepona are resort-oriented locations spread along the coast, whereas this villa lies in the Montes de Málaga directly behind the provincial capital. The practical consequence is proximity: 15 minutes to the city centre, 25 minutes to the airport, and beaches within a short drive, versus typically 30 to 45 minutes from western Costa del Sol resorts to Málaga. The trade-off is character. The eastern side of Málaga and its hills have a more Spanish, residential identity, with fewer international services than Marbella or Estepona and a tourism sector centred on the city itself, 92 hotels and 13,050 beds in the wider area, rather than on resort enclaves. Buyers choosing between this villa and a new-build apartment are effectively choosing between land, privacy and immediate availability on one hand, and lower entry cost, communal amenities and developer warranties on the other. The regional market shows substantial activity, with 6,301 housing transactions per year recorded in the area, indicating liquidity in the wider Málaga market.
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