A key-ready, ground-floor two-bedroom apartment in the Jardines de Manilva complex near Punta Chullera, on the western Costa del Sol in the province of Málaga. Built in 2009, the property offers 81 square metres of living space plus two private terraces, with sea views and use of a communal pool. The asking price is fixed at €258,000. A valid tourist licence is in place, which makes holiday letting possible from the outset. Playa de la Chullera lies roughly 600 metres away as the crow flies, and the apartment has no steps at the entrance, making access straightforward.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment sits in a coastal urbanisation in Manilva, close to the Punta Chullera headland. The nearest beach, Playa de la Chullera, is about 600 metres away in a straight line, with the terrain essentially flat. Puerto de la Duquesa marina is 2.9 km away and Sotogrande port 5.7 km, both measured directly. The setting combines proximity to the sea with nearby forest and an established residential environment.
The layout serves practical living: a hall, kitchen, living-dining room, two bedrooms, a full bathroom and a guest WC. Air conditioning, fitted wardrobes, WiFi and a storage room are present, and the complex has a lift. Two private terraces, one of them covered, provide outdoor space, and the communal pool is a short walk from the door. The ground-floor position and absence of steps ease daily use for most residents.
This is not a new-build project. The apartment forms part of Jardines de Manilva-I, a coastal apartment community completed in 2009, and is key-ready in its existing condition. No construction phase applies; the transfer can proceed once the purchase process is complete. Any completion or handover timing is therefore governed by the standard sale procedure rather than a building schedule.
The property has two bedrooms and 81 square metres of living space, which sets limits on household size and interior expansion. Only two restaurants are registered within two kilometres, so dining options in the immediate vicinity are limited. No private pool, private garden or garage is included; outdoor bathing relies on the communal pool. Sea views are described as partial rather than full front-line panoramas. Daily life generally requires a car.
Ref: VL898869
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This apartment matches several recognisable situations. A buyer seeking an income-producing coastal unit benefits from the tourist licence and the short, flat distance to the beach, since both features matter in the holiday-let market. A couple looking for a manageable second home will find the 81 square metres, lift access and low-maintenance terraces easier to run than a villa. Buyers with limited mobility, or those planning for later years, may note the ground-floor position and the absence of steps at the entrance. It also suits owners who want a car-based coastal base near the golf cluster around Sotogrande and Manilva, with three courses within eight kilometres. Conversely, several situations fit less well. Households needing three or more bedrooms will find the layout too small. Buyers who want to walk to a wide choice of restaurants, shops and nightlife should note that only two restaurants lie within two kilometres. Anyone expecting a private pool or garden must rely on the communal facilities. Finally, buyers who prefer new-build specifications, warranties and developer payment terms should look at the comparable new developments instead, as this home dates from 2009 and transfers as an existing resale property.
The building dates from 2009, which places it in the era of modern Spanish coastal construction: reinforced concrete structure, cavity walls and the standard thermal and acoustic performance of that period. The interior shows a contemporary finish, with an open-plan living room and kitchen and a bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, consistent with the photographic record. Fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms provide storage, supplemented by a separate storage room in the building. Climate control consists of air conditioning, and WiFi is installed, which supports both permanent living and holiday letting. The two terraces extend the usable area beyond the 81 square metres of interior space: the covered terrace functions in all weather, while the open terrace captures the south-facing sun. The condition is listed as excellent, meaning no renovation work appears necessary before occupancy. As with any seventeen-year-old building, buyers may wish to verify the maintenance history of the community, the condition of the communal pool and the roof, and the annual community fees through their own survey and the community minutes. The lift, the guest WC and the ensuite-style arrangement of the main bathroom indicate a layout that has aged reasonably well against current expectations. No private parking space or garage is listed, so parking arrangements should be confirmed during a viewing.
The apartment is offered at a fixed asking price of €258,000. This is an existing, completed home from 2009 rather than a new-build development, so there is no price list with unit variations. The price reflects a two-bedroom, two-bathroom ground-floor unit of 81 square metres with two terraces, sea views, air conditioning and communal pool access. A distinguishing factor is the valid tourist licence, which broadens the possible uses: permanent residence, second home or holiday letting from the first day of ownership. Running costs consist of community fees for the complex plus local taxes, the exact amounts of which can be requested through the enquiry form. Availability is immediate in principle, subject to the standard Spanish purchase process.
Daily life here follows a quiet coastal rhythm. Mornings can begin on one of the two private terraces; the south-facing orientation extends the hours of usable outdoor space through the middle of the day, and the covered terrace remains practical in the hotter months. The walk to Playa de la Chullera is short and flat, which suits regular beach visits without a car. The communal pool sits a short distance from the front door and functions as the natural social centre of the community in summer. The interior is arranged for uncomplicated routines: the living-dining room connects to the outdoor space, the kitchen serves everyday cooking, and the two bedrooms with fitted wardrobes accommodate a small family, a couple or two sets of guests. The second bathroom is a guest WC rather than a full bathroom, which matters for households that regularly host visitors. Outside the peak season, the urbanisation quietens considerably, and the surrounding area shifts from a holiday atmosphere to a residential one. Grocery shopping and broader services require a drive towards Duquesa port, Sabinillas or Estepona, so most owners treat the car as part of daily life. The presence of three primary schools and one secondary school within reach, plus a health centre, indicates that the wider Manilva area supports year-round living, not only seasonal tourism. Evenings are typically local: the two restaurants within two kilometres, or a short drive to the marinas at Duquesa and Sotogrande for a broader choice.
The immediate surroundings are those of a low-rise coastal urbanisation between Manilva village and the Punta Chullera headland. The area combines proximity to the sea with nearby forest, giving it a greener backdrop than the concrete-heavy sections of the coast further east. Services within practical reach include three primary schools, one secondary school and a health centre, which signals a year-round residential population in the wider municipality. Public transport exists, with eight lines and thirty stops recorded in the area, sufficient for occasional trips but not for car-free daily living in most cases. The nearest restaurants are within two kilometres; a fuller offer of dining, banking and shopping sits around Puerto de la Duquesa, 2.9 km away in a straight line, and in Sotogrande, 5.7 km. For larger urban needs, Marbella lies 38 km away and Algeciras 28 km, both measured directly. The coastal position at five metres above sea level and a gradient of just 0.2 per cent to the beach means the whole immediate area is walkable without slopes, an unusually flat profile for this stretch of coast.
The map shows the apartment's position between the coast road and the shore at Punta Chullera, with Playa de la Chullera 600 metres to the south and the Duquesa marina a short drive west. The golf cluster around Sotogrande lies to the west, and the A-7 corridor connects the area eastwards towards Estepona and Marbella.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Punta Chullera occupies the westernmost edge of the Manilva municipality, close to the border with Cádiz province and the Sotogrande estate. This positions the apartment at the transition between the Costa del Sol and the Costa de la Luz, roughly 38 km straight-line from Marbella and 28 km from Algeciras. The location is quieter and less densely built than the central Costa del Sol, with Sotogrande rather than Marbella as the nearest high-end reference point. Málaga city and its airport lie 76 to 86 km east, which places this property firmly in the western Costa del Sol price and lifestyle band.
The beach at Playa de la Chullera is roughly 600 metres away as the crow flies, and La Duquesa beach 2.6 km, so swimming and seaside walks are everyday options. Two marinas anchor the local leisure offer: Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa at 2.9 km and Puerto de Sotogrande at 5.7 km, both straight-line distances. Golfers can reach three courses within eight kilometres: Doña Julia at 5.7 km, Real Club de Golf de Sotogrande at 7.3 km and Club de Golf La Cañada at 7.6 km. An IONITY fast-charging station for electric vehicles operates in Sotogrande, 8.1 km away. Airport access is the main planning consideration: Gibraltar Airport lies approximately 22 km away in a straight line, while Málaga-Costa del Sol is about 76 km, so flight choice determines which airport is more convenient. Alicante, at roughly 467 km, is not a practical option. A car is effectively required for groceries, healthcare beyond the local centre and airport transfers, although the public transport network provides a basic alternative for some journeys.
| Beach Distance | 0.6 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 22 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 76 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data points to a typical western Costa del Sol profile: an average annual temperature of 18.5 degrees Celsius and a swimming season of about five months during which sea water stays at or above 20 degrees. The elevation of five metres above sea level and the 0.2 per cent gradient to the beach confirm a flat, front-coast position without stairs or slopes between the apartment and the shore, a practical advantage for daily beach visits and for residents with reduced mobility. The setting close to forest adds a green element unusual for such a low-lying coastal spot, softening the urbanised feel of the strip. South-facing orientation increases sun exposure on the terraces through the winter months, when the microclimate of this western end of the Costa del Sol tends to stay milder than areas further east. Rainfall is concentrated in the cooler half of the year, keeping the summer months dry and suitable for terrace living.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Beach life is the central recreational asset. Playa de la Chullera, 600 metres away in a straight line, offers the nearest access, while La Duquesa beach, 2.6 km, provides a broader and more serviced stretch backed by the marina. The five-month swimming season covers roughly late May to early October, and the flat route to the shore makes spontaneous visits realistic year-round. Recreation beyond the beach centres on golf: three courses, Doña Julia, Real Club de Golf de Sotogrande and La Cañada, lie within eight kilometres, including one of Spain's most historic clubs. The two marinas supply waterfront dining, berths and seasonal activity. The nearby forest area supports walking and cycling away from the coast road. Within the community itself, the communal pool is the main on-site facility, reachable on foot from the door. Organised sport and larger leisure infrastructure require trips to Estepona, Sotogrande or Marbella.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.6°C | 70 mm |
| February | 13.5°C | 39 mm |
| March | 14.6°C | 133 mm |
| April | 16.4°C | 55 mm |
| May | 19.2°C | 28 mm |
| June | 22.5°C | 9 mm |
| July | 25.0°C | 1 mm |
| August | 25.4°C | 3 mm |
| September | 23.1°C | 23 mm |
| October | 20.1°C | 62 mm |
| November | 15.9°C | 91 mm |
| December | 13.8°C | 70 mm |
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Within its price band, this resale apartment occupies a distinct position relative to the nearby new-build market. Lantana Residencial in Mijas starts at €205,000, Aquamar in Torre del Mar at €269,950 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona at €321,000, but those figures are starting prices for new construction, typically for base units without the terraces, licences and immediate availability that a completed resale offers. At a fixed €258,000 for 81 square metres plus two terraces, this property sits between the Mijas and Torre del Mar entry points while delivering something neither can: a legal tourist licence already in place, which on the Costa del Sol has become a decisive factor since many municipalities restrict new holiday-let permits. Location also differentiates the options. Mijas and Torre del Mar sit in the central and eastern Costa del Sol, closer to Málaga airport but in denser, more touristic corridors. Estepona is the nearest new-build competitor geographically, and its higher entry price reflects the town's recent market strength. Manilva, by contrast, remains one of the western Costa del Sol's more moderately priced municipalities, with 1,351 housing transactions per year indicating an active but not overheated local market. The trade-off for buyers is service density: this apartment has two restaurants within two kilometres, so those seeking walkable nightlife should compare against Duquesa or Estepona town-centre schemes. For buyers prioritising letting potential, flat beach access and proximity to the Sotogrande golf cluster, the western position is a rational alternative to the more expensive central coast.
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