This two-bedroom, two-bathroom penthouse is situated in La Duquesa, in the municipality of Manilva on the western Costa del Sol. The property offers 127 m² of living space, a private terrace, and a private rooftop solarium with views towards the Mediterranean Sea and the golf course. The residence is offered key-ready and comes fully furnished, with marble flooring, air conditioning, a lift in the building, and an assigned parking space. The asking price is fixed at €295,000. La Duquesa beach lies approximately 0.6 km away as the crow flies, and Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa marina is within 300 metres.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
La Duquesa sits on the Manilva coast, between Estepona and Sotogrande. The penthouse stands roughly 600 metres from La Duquesa beach and 300 metres from the marina, as straight-line distances. Doña Julia golf course lies 2.5 km away. The immediate area counts restaurants, pharmacies, cafés, and schools within a two-kilometre radius, which keeps daily errands local and manageable.
The property is arranged as a two-bedroom home with an en-suite bathroom in the principal bedroom and a second bathroom for guests. The living room opens onto the terrace, and a spiral staircase leads to the private rooftop solarium. The kitchen is fully equipped. A communal pool with landscaped gardens and an assigned parking space are included, which covers the practical needs of a couple or small family.
This is an existing, resale property rather than a new-build development. The construction status is key-ready, and the home is delivered fully furnished and in good condition. Completion of the purchase is recorded as 2026, although such dates are always indicative and depend on the transaction timeline between buyer and seller.
The property does not include a private pool; outdoor swimming is via the communal pool only. Parking is an assigned space in the outdoor communal area, not a private garage. There are two bedrooms, which limits capacity for larger households. No storage room, underfloor heating, or private garden is listed in the property data. The development is not gated according to the available information.
Ref: VL504252
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property fits a buyer seeking a move-in-ready coastal home with genuine outdoor space at a moderate budget for the Costa del Sol. It suits a couple wanting a principal bedroom with en-suite bathroom plus a guest room, where visitors can stay without compromising daily comfort. The fully furnished delivery also matches buyers who want a second home they can use within weeks of completing the purchase, without a furnishing project. Buyers who value outdoor living will find the combination of terrace and private rooftop solarium relevant, the solarium extends usable hours of the day and can serve as a sun terrace outside the peak summer months. The location works for people who want walkable access to a marina, restaurants, and the beach, rather than a secluded hillside villa. It is less suitable for households needing three or more bedrooms, a private pool, or a private garage, as the property provides two bedrooms, communal pool access, and an outdoor parking space. Golf players benefit from Doña Julia at 2.5 km, while those who travel frequently can reach Gibraltar Airport at roughly 25 km straight-line or Málaga Airport at about 74 km. Retirees and part-year residents will find the flat terrain, health centre, and year-round amenities practical, while remote workers can rely on the established residential infrastructure of the area.
The interior finishing is documented as marble flooring throughout the living areas and a fully equipped kitchen, meaning the buyer takes over a home in usable condition without installation work. Both bathrooms are finished in tiled marble, and the principal bedroom includes an en-suite bathroom. Air conditioning is installed, which covers the summer months when average temperatures in the region rise well above the annual mean of 18.5°C. The property is described as well maintained and in good condition, which for a resale home indicates that the current owner has kept up interior and common-area upkeep. The building includes a lift, which matters for a penthouse: access to the apartment level does not depend on stairs, and only the solarium is reached via the internal spiral staircase. The communal areas consist of a swimming pool surrounded by landscaped green areas, and the communal garden is maintained as part of the development. Parking is an assigned space within the outdoor communal area, which is functional but should be distinguished from a closed private garage. As this is an existing building rather than a new development, no delivery-stage fit-out choices are available; the finishes are taken as they stand, and the images show consistent, clean interiors in the bathrooms and living spaces. Furniture is included in the sale, which transfers the full interior setup to the buyer at completion.
The asking price is fixed at €295,000 for the complete property, including furniture, the private solarium, and the assigned parking space. This is a resale listing, not a price-list development, so there is one price rather than a range of unit types. In the local context, new-build projects nearby start higher: Alonia in La Duquesa from €316,000, Aby Upper in Estepona from €320,000, and Acqua Gardens in Estepona from €524,600. Against that backdrop, this penthouse is positioned below the entry price of comparable new build in the same area, while offering more total private outdoor space than a typical apartment. The home is available now, key-ready, which removes construction-stage waiting time from the purchase process.
Daily life in this penthouse revolves around the combination of indoor space and two levels of private outdoor area. The main terrace adjoins the living room, so meals and relaxation can move outside without changing floor level. The rooftop solarium, reached by a spiral staircase, adds a second outdoor space oriented towards longer sun exposure and open views over the sea and the golf course. The layout is compact but complete: two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and marble floors throughout. For a couple, this supports a straightforward routine, mornings on the terrace, walks to the marina 300 metres away, and afternoons at the communal pool set within landscaped gardens. The neighbourhood around La Duquesa is residential and low-rise, with 33 restaurants, several cafés, and three pharmacies within two kilometres. Primary and secondary schools and a health centre are also within that radius, so the area functions year-round rather than only in the holiday season. The nearest beach is a short walk at roughly 600 metres straight-line, with a flat gradient of 2.3 per cent, meaning no significant climb between home and shore. A car is useful for reaching Estepona, Marbella, or the golf courses further afield, but groceries, dining, and the marina are within walking distance. The setting suits a relaxed coastal rhythm built around sea, golf, and the marina promenade.
The immediate surroundings of La Duquesa combine a marina village with residential urbanisations. Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa lies 300 metres away as the crow flies and functions as the social centre of the area, with its quayside restaurants and promenade. La Duquesa beach is roughly 600 metres away, and Playa de la Chullera a further 2.6 km along the coast. Within two kilometres, the data lists 33 restaurants, 4 cafés, 3 pharmacies, and a dentist, which indicates a food and services offer that operates beyond the summer season. Education is covered by 3 primary schools and 1 secondary school in the radius, and healthcare by a health centre. Sports facilities include Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas at 3 km, while golfers can choose between Doña Julia at 2.5 km, the Golf Academy at Albayt Resort at 4.9 km, and Estepona Golf at 6.3 km. Public transport consists of 5 lines with 29 stops in the area, giving a workable bus connection along the coast, though most residents use a car for regional trips. The elevation of 14 metres and the 2.3 per cent gradient to the beach mean the terrain is flat throughout the neighbourhood, which makes walking and cycling practical for daily errands.
The map shows the penthouse's position between the marina at La Duquesa and the golf courses inland. La Duquesa beach, the Puerto Deportivo, and the connecting coastal road are all within a short walk, while Sotogrande and Estepona frame the wider area on either side.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
La Duquesa occupies the western end of the Costa del Sol, in Manilva municipality, between Estepona and Sotogrande. Marbella lies 35 km away in a straight line and Málaga city 83 km, while Algeciras and the Gibraltar area sit 25–32 km to the west. This position places the property closer to Gibraltar Airport than to Málaga, a distinguishing feature within the region. The area belongs to the quieter, lower-density western Costa del Sol, with housing turnover in the locality measured at 1,351 transactions per year, an active but not overheated market. Prices here generally sit below Marbella and Estepona's new-build segments.
Distances from the property run as follows, measured in straight line: La Duquesa beach at 0.6 km, Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa at 0.3 km, Puerto de Sotogrande at 8.9 km, Doña Julia golf course at 2.5 km, and Estepona Golf at 6.3 km. Regional towns include Algeciras at 32 km, Marbella at 35 km, and Málaga city at 83 km. Two airports serve the area: Gibraltar at approximately 25 km straight-line, which is notably close for a Costa del Sol location, and Málaga-Costa del Sol at roughly 74 km, the principal international gateway with a much wider route network. Actual driving distances are longer than these figures. By car, the A-7 coastal road and the AP-7 toll motorway connect La Duquesa with Estepona in one direction and Sotogrande and Gibraltar in the other. Public transport in the immediate area covers 5 bus lines and 29 stops, sufficient for coastal hops such as Estepona or Sabinillas, though a car remains the practical choice for Marbella, the airport, or inland trips. Assigned parking at the property makes car ownership straightforward.
| Beach Distance | 0.6 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 25 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 74 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data for this location shows an average annual temperature of 18.5°C and a swimming season of five months during which sea temperature stays at or above 20°C, roughly May or June through September or October. The elevation of 14 metres places the property directly in the coastal climate zone, where sea breezes moderate summer heat and winters remain mild by continental standards. The flat 2.3 per cent gradient to the beach means no sheltered hillside position; the home sits in the open coastal plain, which favours easy access over panoramic altitude. The rooftop solarium benefits directly from this position, as it receives unobstructed sun for most of the day and can be used from early spring to late autumn, extending the effective outdoor season well beyond the five swimming months. Rainfall in the region concentrates in the winter half-year, leaving long dry stretches that suit terrace living and golf play at the nearby courses. The coastal strip between Manilva and Estepona also retains green space around the golf courses and the Chullera coastal zone at 2.6 km.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest beach, La Duquesa, lies approximately 600 metres from the property as the crow flies, a short flat walk from the door. Playa de la Chullera, 2.6 km away, is a more natural stretch of coast known for its rocky coves and open water. The marina at Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa, at 300 metres, provides the recreational heart of the area with its restaurants and quayside walks, while the larger Puerto de Sotogrande at 8.9 km offers additional marina facilities on the far side of the municipality. Golf is a defining feature of this stretch of coast: Doña Julia sits 2.5 km away, the Albayt Resort golf academy 4.9 km, and Estepona Golf 6.3 km, giving three options within a ten-minute drive. For general sport, Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas at 3 km covers indoor and outdoor facilities. The communal pool within the development itself adds a daily swimming option that does not depend on the beach season. Taken together, the recreation profile is oriented towards sea, golf, and marina life rather than large-scale tourist attractions, which keeps the area's character residential.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.0°C | 75 mm |
| February | 13.0°C | 44 mm |
| March | 14.2°C | 146 mm |
| April | 16.2°C | 61 mm |
| May | 19.4°C | 30 mm |
| June | 23.0°C | 9 mm |
| July | 25.9°C | 1 mm |
| August | 26.2°C | 4 mm |
| September | 23.3°C | 23 mm |
| October | 20.0°C | 69 mm |
| November | 15.5°C | 94 mm |
| December | 13.2°C | 76 mm |
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Within its immediate market, this penthouse competes with both resale stock and new-build developments along the Manilva, Estepona corridor. The closest new-build comparison is Alonia in La Duquesa, with prices starting at €316,000, above this property's fixed €295,000 asking price. Further east in Estepona, Aby Upper starts at €320,000 and Acqua Gardens at €524,600, reflecting the general price gradient that rises as one moves towards Marbella, 35 km away in a straight line. The key trade-off is age and specification: new-build projects deliver modern specifications, developer warranties, and current energy standards, whereas this resale penthouse compensates with a lower entry price, a larger total private outdoor area (terrace plus solarium), full furnishing, and immediate availability without waiting for construction. The location itself is shared: La Duquesa sits at the quieter western end of the Costa del Sol, near Sotogrande's marina and Gibraltar Airport, roughly 25 km away. Housing transactions in the locality number about 1,351 per year, indicating a liquid local market where resale properties change hands regularly. For buyers weighing budget against specification, the regional pattern is consistent: at this price point, new build in the immediate area offers smaller units or less private outdoor space, while the premium developments of Estepona and Marbella start substantially higher. The Mediterranean lifestyle on offer, beach at 600 metres, marina at 300 metres, golf within 2.5 km, is common to the area, but the combination of penthouse level, dual outdoor space, and sub-€300,000 pricing is the differentiating factor for this specific listing.
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