This key-ready semi-detached house stands in an established residential community in the hills of Manilva, within the La Duquesa area of the western Costa del Sol. Built in 1984, the property offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms, 75 m² of living space and a 179 m² plot with generous private gardens and terraces. The home faces south, has air conditioning, solar panels and an upgraded electrical installation, and belongs to a community with two swimming pools. La Duquesa beach lies 0.6 km away as the crow flies, and the marina is within walking distance. The asking price is fixed at €329,000.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The house sits in a quiet, mature residential area of Manilva, a short distance from La Duquesa Marina (0.3 km straight-line), the beach (0.6 km) and several golf courses. Manilva village with supermarkets and shops is roughly five minutes away by car. The setting combines hillside tranquillity with practical access to the coast road towards Estepona and Sotogrande.
With three bedrooms and two bathrooms spread over several levels, the layout suits both permanent residents and holiday users. The south-facing garden and terraces provide outdoor space for most of the day, while the communal pools, children's pool and nearby playground serve families. A wood-burning stove and air conditioning cover both seasons, and the solar panels reduce running costs.
This is an existing home, not a new-build project. Construction was completed in 1984, and the property is described as key-ready and in good condition, with recent investments in solar panels and the electrical installation. The traditional layout across levels and the mature community gardens reflect the property's age rather than a phased development plan.
The property has no private pool; swimming is limited to the two communal pools. There is no private garage; parking is on the street. At 75 m² of living space, the house is compact for a three-bedroom home, and the multi-level layout involves stairs. The build dates from 1984, so construction and finishes are of that era, notwithstanding later upgrades.
This property matches several recognisable situations. Buyers seeking a holiday home within walking or short driving distance of the beach and marina will find the 0.6 km beach distance and the established community practical. Those wanting outdoor space will value the private gardens and upper terrace, which are unusual at this price point on the Costa del Sol. Families with one or two children can use the multi-level layout to separate the main bedrooms from the upper suite, and the children's pool and playground nearby support that use. Permanent residents who work remotely or are retired may appreciate the quiet hillside setting, the south orientation for winter sun, and the wood-burning stove and air conditioning for year-round comfort. Buyers comparing new-build prices in the area who accept an older property in exchange for more land and immediate availability form another realistic group. It fits less well for households needing level, single-storey living, since the layout involves stairs, or for those requiring a private pool and private garage. A car is practical here: Manilva village is five minutes away by car, and while the area has 29 public transport stops across 5 lines, coastal bus frequencies are modest, so most residents drive for shopping and commuting.
The house dates from 1984 and is presented as key-ready and in good condition, but the underlying construction and spatial plan belong to that period. The interior features marble flooring and fitted wardrobes in all three bedrooms, and the bathrooms include a modern family bathroom on the main level and a shower room with separate toilet on the upper floor. The kitchen is fully equipped in a galley layout with an open utility area. The living area has a traditional wood-burning stove, which adds warmth in winter alongside the hot and cold air conditioning. Two technical investments stand out in the available data: recently installed solar panels and an upgraded electrical installation. Together these reduce electricity costs and indicate that the wiring has been renewed rather than left in its original state, a relevant consideration in older Spanish housing stock. The property offers 75 m² of built living space plus approximately 39 m² of terraces, distributed across several levels. Views from the house and the rooftop terrace include the surrounding hills, countryside and gardens, consistent with its hillside position at low elevation. Buyers should treat the finishes as a mix of original structure and later upgrades, and verify the condition of the roof, windows and plumbing through a technical survey before purchase, as these elements are not detailed in the available information.
The property has a fixed asking price of €329,000. This positions it below comparable new-build developments in the immediate area: Alonia in La Duquesa starts from €316,000 for new construction, while projects in Estepona such as Aby Upper start from €320,000 and Acqua Gardens from €524,600. Unlike those developments, this is a completed, 1984-built home available immediately, with the land component (179 m² plot) and established gardens already in place. Buyers should account for the age of the building when comparing against off-plan alternatives, and factor in annual community fees for the shared pools and gardens, which are not specified in the available data.
Daily life here follows a relaxed coastal rhythm. Mornings can start on the south-facing front terrace, which receives sun through much of the day and opens directly from the living area through French doors. The living and dining space is bright, with a wood-burning stove for cooler evenings, and the galley kitchen connects to an open utility area. Two double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes share a family bathroom on the main level; the third double bedroom occupies the upper floor with its own shower room, separate toilet and direct access to a spacious south-facing terrace, which suits guests or older children seeking privacy. The surrounding gardens wrap around the side and rear of the plot, giving room for dining, gardening or play beyond the main terrace. The community itself is established and quiet, with landscaped grounds, two communal pools and a children's pool, plus a playground and small lake nearby for walks. The sandy beach and its beachfront restaurants are roughly a 25-minute walk away, and from there a further 15-minute stroll along the promenade reaches Castillo de la Duquesa and the marina with its waterfront bars and cafés. Manilva village, about five minutes by car, covers everyday needs with supermarkets, shops and tapas bars. Street parking is available directly in the area, and the A-7 coast road connects westwards to Sotogrande and Gibraltar and eastwards to Estepona and Marbella.
The immediate area offers more everyday amenities than its quiet character suggests. Within 2 km there are 33 restaurants, 4 cafés, 3 pharmacies, a dentist and a health centre, which covers routine needs without driving to a larger town. Education is served by 3 primary schools and 1 secondary school in the vicinity. La Duquesa Marina, only 0.3 km away as the crow flies, functions as the local social hub with its restaurants, bars and waterfront cafés. For sport, Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas lies 3.0 km away, and the beach promenade connects Castillo de la Duquesa with the marina for walking and running. The area records around 1,351 housing transactions per year, indicating an active but not overheated local market. Outside the summer season the community remains residential in character; many homes are permanently occupied, and the 32 local public holidays per year in the municipality reflect a living Spanish town rather than a purely seasonal resort. Public transport consists of 5 lines with 29 stops, sufficient for occasional trips along the coast but not for daily commuting by most residents' standards.
The map shows the house in its hillside setting above La Duquesa, with the marina 0.3 km away, the beach at 0.6 km and Doña Julia golf at 2.5 km, all straight-line distances. Sotogrande lies just west of the map area, and the coast road runs east towards Estepona and Marbella.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
La Duquesa occupies the western end of the Costa del Sol, in the municipality of Manilva between Estepona and Sotogrande. This position places it closer to Gibraltar (25 km straight-line) than to Málaga (83 km), which shapes both travel patterns and the character of the area: quieter, less densely developed and more oriented towards established residential tourism than the Marbella-centric central coast. Marbella (35 km) and Algeciras (32 km) frame the area at either end, while Estepona serves as the nearest full-sized service town. For buyers comparing regions, the western Costa del Sol generally offers lower price levels than Marbella-Benalmádena while retaining golf, marina and beach infrastructure.
Distances in this section are straight-line; actual road distances are longer. The nearest beach, La Duquesa, is 0.6 km away and Playa de la Chullera 2.6 km. La Duquesa Marina lies 0.3 km from the property, while Puerto de Sotogrande is 8.9 km west. Golfers can reach Doña Julia at 2.5 km, the Golf Academy Albayt Resort at 4.9 km and Estepona Golf at 6.3 km. Of the larger towns, Algeciras is 32 km away, Marbella 35 km and Málaga 83 km. Airports: Gibraltar (GIB) is approximately 25 km straight-line, which typically means a short cross-border drive, while Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) is roughly 74 km away, normally about an hour or more by road depending on traffic. Alicante-Elche (ALC), at some 465 km, is not a practical option. The gradient from the house to the beach is a flat 2.3%, so the 25-minute walk to the sand is level and manageable. By car, the A-7 and AP-7 provide the main connections along the coast.
| Beach Distance | 0.6 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 25 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 74 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The property stands at 14 m above sea level on a gentle hillside with a 2.3% gradient towards the sea, meaning no strenuous climbs between the house and the beach. The climate data points to mild Mediterranean conditions: an average annual temperature of 18.5°C and a swimming season of five months during which sea temperatures hold at 20°C or above, roughly from late May into October. Winters are mild enough that the wood-burning stove and cold-air air conditioning cover heating needs without a full central heating system. The hillside position behind the coast gives the house mountain and country views, and the surrounding gardens and nearby lake add green space to the immediate environment. Sun exposure on the south-facing terraces is strong throughout the year, which supports outdoor living in the cooler months as well as summer, and makes the recently installed solar panels productive.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The closest beach, La Duquesa, lies 0.6 km from the property and is known for its dark sand and traditional beachfront chiringuitos, reachable on foot in about 25 minutes. Playa de la Chullera, 2.6 km west, offers a quieter, more natural stretch of coastline near the Manilva river mouth. The promenade between the beach and Castillo de la Duquesa extends into a pleasant 15-minute walk to the marina, giving residents a car-free recreation route. Golf is a defining feature of the area: Doña Julia (2.5 km) is the nearest 18-hole course, with the Golf Academy Albayt Resort at 4.9 km and Estepona Golf at 6.3 km offering additional options within a ten-minute drive. For organised sport, Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas is 3.0 km away. Two marinas sit within easy reach: La Duquesa itself and Puerto de Sotogrande at 8.9 km, the latter a centre for sailing and watersports on this stretch of coast. Within the community, the two communal pools, children's pool, playground and lake cover daily leisure without leaving the neighbourhood.
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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Ref: VL377735
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within its immediate market, this property competes with new-build developments such as Alonia in La Duquesa (from €316,000), Aby Upper in Estepona (from €320,000) and Acqua Gardens in Estepona (from €524,600). At a fixed €329,000, it sits at a similar level to the entry prices of those projects, but the offer is structurally different. New-build buyers at Alonia or Aby Upper receive modern construction, current building standards and developer warranties, typically with smaller plots and communal outdoor space. This house, by contrast, delivers a 179 m² plot with substantial private gardens, a private upper terrace and an established community with mature landscaping and two pools, benefits that are rare in new developments at this price. The trade-off is the 1984 construction date: layout, ceiling heights and some finishes belong to an earlier era, and buyers should budget for survey costs and possible modernisation. Locationally, La Duquesa is quieter and less developed than Estepona town or Marbella, with the marina, Doña Julia golf and the beach as its anchors. The wider region records around 1,351 housing transactions per year, and the median provincial income of €16,450 indicates that local purchasing power differs considerably from that of the international buyer segment, which underpins demand for holiday and relocation homes along this coast. Compared with the central Costa del Sol near Marbella (35 km away), prices here remain lower, while proximity to Gibraltar (25 km straight-line) adds appeal for buyers who fly via that airport. For a buyer prioritising outdoor space, privacy and immediate availability over contemporary specification, this property occupies a distinct position in the local market.
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