This renovated two-bedroom townhouse stands in a front-line beach complex in La Duquesa, on the western Costa del Sol in the municipality of Manilva, Málaga. The property measures 65 m² of living space arranged over two floors, with two bathrooms, a private garden and upstairs balconies facing south towards the sea. Built in 1989 and recently refurbished, it is key-ready and offered at a fixed asking price of €340,000. The complex includes communal gardens, an adult pool, a children's pool, a padel court and direct beach access, while the marina, shops and restaurants of La Duquesa are all within walking distance.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The property sits in an urban beachfront setting between the La Duquesa marina, roughly 300 metres away, and the beach at 592 metres as the crow flies. A supermarket is 172 metres from the door and a pharmacy 182 metres, placing daily shopping within a short walk. Sotogrande port lies about 8.9 km west and Estepona further east along the coast.
The home provides two bedrooms and two bathrooms across 65 m², with a living level opening onto a 20 m² private garden and a first floor with balconies oriented south. Air conditioning covers both hot and cold settings. Communal facilities include an adult pool, a children's pool and a padel court. Outdoor space is distributed between the garden and the balconies rather than a large plot.
This is not a new-build development. The property was completed in 1989 and has since been renovated and refurbished, with a construction status recorded as key-ready. No delivery phase or off-plan planning applies; the buyer can take occupancy directly after completion of the purchase process. Any refurbishment works beyond the current condition would be the buyer's own responsibility.
The property does not offer a private pool, a private garage listed in the data, a private plot beyond 20 m², or more than two bedrooms. Living space is 65 m², which limits layout flexibility for larger households. The nearest hospital is 6.6 km away and the nearest EV charging point is recorded at 10 km. The building dates from 1989, so construction standards reflect that period rather than current new-build regulations.
Ref: VL845572
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property fits several recognisable situations. A buyer seeking a lock-up-and-leave holiday home within walking distance of the beach will find the compact 65 m² layout and communal maintenance model aligned with that use. The active tourist licence also makes the house relevant for buyers who intend to let it out during periods they are not in residence, since the licence is already in place rather than pending. A couple or small family planning partial or full relocation to the Costa del Sol can manage here year-round: the south orientation, air conditioning for hot and cold weather, and the walkable distance to a supermarket, pharmacy, health centre and three primary schools support permanent living. Households needing three or more bedrooms, a private pool or substantial private outdoor space will find this property too small and should look elsewhere. The location also suits buyers who prefer not to depend on a car. Errands, dining and the beach are all within a short walk, and public transport covers the wider area with five lines. Conversely, buyers who want seclusion or a hillside view setting should note that this is a front-line beach urbanisation: convenience is high, quietness varies strongly with the season.
The house was completed in 1989 and has been renovated and refurbished in recent years, with the condition recorded as good. In practical terms this means the interiors, kitchen and bathrooms have been updated after the original construction date, and the property is delivered key-ready rather than as a project requiring works. Buyers should still verify the exact scope and age of the refurbishment during a viewing, as renovation standards and materials can vary between properties of this type. Technical services include air conditioning units capable of both hot and cold operation, which covers the main climate-control need in this region. Hot water provision and electrical installation dates were not specified in the data and warrant confirmation. As a 1989 building, the construction predates current energy-efficiency requirements for new builds; buyers focused on thermal performance should request the available documentation. The communal infrastructure is a defining part of the package: maintained gardens, an adult swimming pool, a children's pool, a padel court and direct access to the beach. These facilities are shared with the wider urbanisation, and their upkeep is typically funded through community fees, the exact amount of which was not included in the data and should be requested separately. The private garden of roughly 20 m² and the upstairs balconies form the private outdoor space, while windows and balconies face south, maximising daylight hours throughout the year.
The property is offered as an existing home at a fixed asking price of €340,000. This is not a price-list project with tiered pricing; the figure applies to this specific townhouse in its current renovated condition. Within the immediate market, comparable new-build projects start from €316,000 at Alonia in La Duquesa and €320,000 at Aby Upper in Estepona, while Acqua Gardens in Estepona starts from €524,600. The asking price here reflects a completed, key-ready home with an active tourist licence, a feature that carries direct relevance for rental use. Availability is immediate upon completion of the standard Spanish purchase process.
Daily life at this address is organised around proximity rather than space. The supermarket sits 172 metres away and a pharmacy 182 metres, so routine errands are done on foot. The beach is under 600 metres in a straight line, and the complex itself offers direct access to the seafront, which turns a swim or a coastal walk into a matter of minutes rather than a car journey. Within two kilometres there are 33 restaurants, four cafés and three pharmacies, concentrated around the marina area 300 metres to the west. The house itself works as a compact two-storey home. The main level holds the living area with access to the private garden, a south-facing outdoor space usable for most of the year given the regional climate. The upper floor contains the two bedrooms with balconies that admit daylight and offer views towards the sea and the surrounding urbanisation. With two bathrooms, morning routines remain practical for a household of three or four at most. The surrounding area is urban and busy in the summer season, as La Duquesa is a consolidated holiday destination with an active tourist licence attached to this property. Outside the high season the neighbourhood is noticeably quieter. A car is not strictly necessary for daily life, though it broadens access to the golf courses at Doña Julia, 2.5 km away, and to the hospital 6.6 km away. Public transport is available with five lines and 29 stops in the area.
The immediate surroundings combine a beachfront position with genuine urban convenience. La Duquesa beach lies 592 metres away in a straight line, Playa de Manilva 835 metres, and Playa de la Chullera 2.6 km for a quieter alternative. The marina at Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa is only 300 metres from the property and functions as the local social centre, with its restaurants, cafés and promenade. Within two kilometres the data records 33 restaurants, four cafés, three pharmacies and a dentist. Daily services are well represented: a supermarket at 172 metres, a pharmacy at 182 metres, and a health centre in the area. Education options include three primary schools and one secondary school within reach. For sport, the Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas is 3 km away and the complex itself has a padel court. Golfers can reach Doña Julia at 2.5 km, its upper section at 3.9 km, and Finca Cortesín Golf Club at 4.3 km. The nearest hospital is 6.6 km away, which is relevant for households with specific medical needs. The nearest electric-vehicle charging point is recorded at 10 km, a consideration for EV owners. Overall, the environment is walkable and service-dense; the trade-off is a seasonal rhythm, with noticeably busier streets in July and August than in winter months.
The map shows the property's position in the front-line beach zone of La Duquesa, moments from the marina to the west and the beaches to the south. Straight-line distances to the supermarket, golf courses and neighbouring towns provide a quick read on daily reachability across Manilva and the western Costa del Sol.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
La Duquesa occupies the western end of the Costa del Sol in Manilva municipality, positioned between Estepona to the east and Sotogrande to the west. Marbella lies 35 km away in a straight line and Málaga city 83 km, while Algeciras is 32 km to the west, giving the location balanced access to both the Marbella-oriented and Gibraltar-oriented halves of the coast. The property market here records around 1,351 housing transactions per year, indicating an active rather than dormant market. Prices in La Duquesa generally sit below Marbella levels while retaining the same coastal climate, which shapes the area's profile among international buyers.
Accessibility is anchored by walkability. Supermarket, pharmacy, restaurants and the marina are all within a few hundred metres, and the beach under 600 metres, measured in a straight line; actual walking routes may be slightly longer. Cycling covers most local needs given the flat terrain, with the gradient to the beach recorded at 2.3%. By car, the location sits between two airports: Gibraltar (GIB) at roughly 25 km in a straight line and Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) at approximately 74 km. The source data also lists a distance of 24 km to the airport along the local network, and road distances in practice exceed straight-line figures. Larger towns provide regional context: Marbella at 35 km straight-line and Algeciras at 32 km, while Málaga city lies 83 km away. Public transport consists of five lines with 29 stops in the area, which is workable for local movement, though a car remains the practical choice for regional travel, hospital visits and golf outings. Sotogrande port is 8.9 km west, reachable in roughly five minutes by car according to the source description.
| Beach Distance | 0.6 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 25 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 74 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data points to a mild Mediterranean regime: an average annual temperature of 18.5°C and a swimming season of five months during which sea water holds at 20°C or above, roughly May through October. Winters are correspondingly gentle, which supports year-round use of the garden and balconies. The property sits at 14 metres above sea level on essentially flat ground, with a 2.3% gradient towards the beach. This removes any hillside walking effort, a practical point for older residents and for cycling. The immediate coastal setting, next to a nature reserve and coastal walking trails according to the source description, adds informal green space to the urban environment. Coastal proximity has a climatic effect as well: sea influence moderates summer heat slightly compared with inland Andalusia. With 32 local public holidays per year, the municipal calendar is active, reflecting a lived-in Spanish community alongside the international residents of the Duquesa area.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Beach access is the core recreational asset. La Duquesa beach is 592 metres away, Playa de Manilva 835 metres, and the more expansive Playa de la Chullera 2.6 km to the west, all distances as the crow flies. The complex itself grants direct access to the seafront, so the beach functions almost as an extension of the garden in daily practice. Golf options cluster nearby: Doña Julia at 2.5 km, its upper course at 3.9 km, Finca Cortesín Golf Club at 4.3 km, the Golf Academy Albayt Resort at 4.9 km and Estepona Golf at 6.3 km. This density places the property within a realistic short drive of several courses without living on a golf resort. Water-based recreation centres on the marina at Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa, 300 metres away, and Sotogrande port at 8.9 km, both offering berths and maritime services. On land, the complex provides a padel court, pools for adults and children, and the Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas sports centre lies 3 km away. Coastal trails along the neighbouring nature reserve support walking and running directly from the property.
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 own micro-market, this townhouse competes directly with new-build alternatives nearby. Alonia in La Duquesa starts from €316,000 and Aby Upper in Estepona from €320,000, both marginally below the €340,000 fixed asking price here. The comparison is not purely numeric: those are off-plan or recently built projects with new construction standards, whereas this property offers a completed, renovated home available immediately, an active tourist licence, and a front-line beach position that new projects rarely match, since the coastline is largely built up. Further east, Acqua Gardens in Estepona starts from €524,600, reflecting Estepona's stronger pricing momentum in recent years. La Duquesa and Manilva generally trade below Estepona and well below Marbella, 35 km away, which explains the area's continued popularity with buyers balancing coastal access against budget. The property's specific proposition is condition plus licence. A buyer comparing it with Alonia weighs new-build warranties and modern efficiency against immediate availability, rental permission already granted, and walking proximity to the marina and beach that a peripheral new development may not replicate. The market context supports liquidity: roughly 1,351 housing transactions per year in the area indicate steady turnover, and proximity to both Gibraltar (about 25 km straight-line) and Málaga (about 74 km straight-line) airports keeps the location accessible to international owners and tenants alike. Sotogrande, 8.9 km west, anchors the upper end of the local market, providing a price ceiling that tends to support values along this stretch of coast.
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