This detached villa is located in Sabinillas, in the municipality of Manilva on the western Costa del Sol, within an urban environment where a supermarket sits around 315 metres away and a pharmacy approximately 159 metres from the property. The house offers five bedrooms and three bathrooms across 199 m² of living space, built in 1970 and available as a key-ready resale home with a fixed asking price of €445,000. The beaches of San Luis de Sabinillas and the port of La Duquesa are a short drive away, while several golf courses, including Doña Julia and Finca Cortesín, lie within a few kilometres as the crow flies.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The property stands in a residential area of Sabinillas, part of Manilva at the southwestern edge of Málaga province. Shops, a pharmacy and a bank are reachable on foot, while the coast, roughly 2.5 to 2.6 kilometres away as the crow flies, requires a short drive. Gibraltar Airport is approximately 26 kilometres distant in a straight line, with Málaga airport around 75 kilometres.
The house provides five bedrooms and three bathrooms over 199 m², with a basement, garage possibility, private terrace and mountain views. Air conditioning pre-installation, a fireplace, double glazing and a solar panel for hot water are present. A communal swimming pool serves the residential development. Marble flooring and fitted wardrobes feature in the interior finish.
This is an existing home completed in 1970 and offered key-ready, meaning it can be occupied directly after purchase. No construction phase or delivery schedule applies. Buyers should account for the age of the building when assessing maintenance condition and renovation needs. The stated completion date is indicative and derived from property records.
The property does not include a seafront position; the nearest beach lies about 2.6 kilometres away as the crow flies. The house dates from 1970, so it does not offer new-build specifications or warranty coverage. Electric vehicle charging points are approximately 10 kilometres away. A private garage is listed as a possibility rather than a confirmed feature.
Ref: VL238698
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property suits several recognisable situations. A family relocating to the Costa del Sol permanently benefits from five bedrooms within walking distance of everyday amenities and close to local primary and secondary schools, of which Manilva has three and one respectively. Buyers seeking a second home with space for visiting relatives and grandchildren can use the basement and terraces for seasonal gatherings while the communal pool covers summer use. Those combining residence with golf will find three courses within roughly five kilometres, including Doña Julia at 2.2 kilometres as the crow flies. The house also fits buyers who prioritise living space and views over direct beach proximity, since the coast is a short drive rather than a stroll away. It is less obvious for buyers wanting a modern new-build with contemporary insulation standards, as the 1970 construction date means the original build predates current energy requirements, although double glazing, air conditioning pre-installation and a solar water heater have been added. Investors should note that the fixed asking price sits above new-build apartment pricing in the municipality, so the business case rests on the villa format, the plot features and the established neighbourhood rather than on a price advantage. Finally, buyers working in or frequently travelling via Gibraltar may find the roughly 26-kilometre straight-line distance to that airport relevant.
The interior finish follows the conventions of upscale Spanish construction of its period, updated with later additions. Marble flooring and a marble staircase run through the main living areas, giving a hard-wearing and cool surface suited to the climate. Double-glazed windows improve insulation against both summer heat and winter wind, an important feature in a 1970 building whose original single glazing would have performed poorly. Climate control is layered: pre-installation for air conditioning throughout allows units to be fitted as needed, ceiling fans provide low-cost cooling in intermediate seasons, and a fireplace covers the mild Andalusian winters. A solar panel contributes to hot water production, reducing electricity demand for one of the household's steady loads. Fitted wardrobes are present in the bedrooms. The basement adds a multi-purpose room and laundry accommodation with space for a washing machine and storage, visible in the property's photographic record. The bathrooms are functional units with showers rather than contemporary designer fittings. Outdoor space consists of several terraces and a patio at ground level, oriented towards family use. A garage is listed as a possibility, meaning the buyer should verify the exact parking arrangement and any associated legal status. Overall, the technical picture is that of a solid older villa with incremental upgrades; a technical survey is the appropriate instrument to assess structural condition, electrical installation and plumbing before purchase.
The property is offered as an existing home with a fixed asking price of €445,000. It is not part of a new-build price list, so no 'from' pricing or unit variation applies. The price reflects a resale villa of 199 m² with five bedrooms, completed in 1970, in the Sabinillas area of Manilva. For context, new-build apartments in the same municipality currently start at around €363,805, meaning this house is positioned above entry-level new construction while offering substantially more space and land-related features. Purchase costs are not included in the asking price; notary fees, registry costs and transfer taxes are payable separately by the buyer. The buyer pays no agency commission.
Daily life around this villa takes place in an established residential neighbourhood of Sabinillas, where the most basic errands are done on foot: a supermarket within roughly 315 metres and a pharmacy about 159 metres from the door. A sports complex, Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas, lies within one kilometre, which adds practical options for exercise without depending on the car. The rhythm of the area is that of a working Spanish coastal town rather than a resort enclave. Outside the summer months the streets quieten considerably, and the population of around 18,000 inhabitants across the municipality supports year-round services such as schools, a health centre and public transport connections. The villa itself is oriented towards family use, with five bedrooms spread across the property, a basement that can serve as storage, a laundry room or additional living space, and terraces facing the surrounding hills and, at distance, the Mediterranean. The communal pool in the development functions as the principal summer amenity. For beach days, the coast at Playa de Manilva, Sabinillas and La Duquesa is roughly a five-minute drive, where the marina at Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa, about 2.5 kilometres away in a straight line, concentrates restaurants and leisure. A car is convenient but not strictly necessary for everything, given the walkable core and the local bus lines.
The surroundings combine residential calm with practical density. Within two kilometres, the area counts two restaurants, a school, two pharmacies, a bank, a park and a café, which covers the majority of daily needs without motorised transport. The municipality runs six public transport lines with 36 stops, giving a workable bus network for those who prefer not to drive every day. Healthcare is split between a health centre in Manilva itself and a hospital approximately 6.2 kilometres away as the crow flies, a distance that in practice means a ten to fifteen minute journey. For recreation beyond the neighbourhood, the sports complex at Las Viñas lies under one kilometre distant, and the marina at Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa, about 2.5 kilometres in a straight line, anchors the coastal leisure offer with its waterfront restaurants and boat harbour. Sotogrande's marina lies further along the coast at 9.6 kilometres. The gradient from the property towards the beach is moderate at three per cent, meaning the walk or cycle to the sea is not steep, though the distance itself favours a short drive. Larger urban centres, Estepona, Marbella at 36 kilometres, and Algeciras at 32 kilometres, are all reachable within a normal commuting or day-trip radius.
The map shows the villa's position within the built-up area of Sabinillas, inland of the coastal road. Note the proximity of the supermarket and pharmacy, the short straight-line distances to Doña Julia golf course and La Duquesa marina, and the dual airport coverage from Gibraltar to the southwest and Málaga to the northeast.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Manilva occupies the southwestern extremity of Málaga province, bordering Cádiz, within the comarca of Costa del Sol Occidental. This places the property at the quieter, western end of the Costa del Sol, closer to Sotogrande and the Strait of Gibraltar than to the Marbella, Estepona corridor. Marbella lies 36 kilometres northeast as the crow flies and Algeciras 32 kilometres southwest, positioning Sabinillas roughly midway between the two. The regional character is less densely developed than the central Costa del Sol, with a working agricultural and fishing heritage still visible in the landscape.
Accessibility is defined by two airports on either flank. Gibraltar Airport lies approximately 26 kilometres away in a straight line to the southwest, while Málaga-Costa del Sol airport is roughly 75 kilometres northeast, both within an hour's drive under normal conditions, giving unusual dual-airport coverage. The nearest beaches, Playa de Manilva at 2.5 kilometres and La Duquesa at 2.6 kilometres straight-line, are about a five-minute drive. Golf access is a clear strength: Doña Julia sits 2.2 kilometres away as the crow flies, Finca Cortesín Golf Club at 3.3 kilometres and the Golf Academy Albayt Resort at 4.7 kilometres, placing three courses within a short radius. Everyday services cluster tightly around the property, with the supermarket at 315 metres and the pharmacy at 159 metres. Electric vehicle owners should note the nearest charging point is around 10 kilometres away. A car remains the most practical mode for beach trips, hospital visits and regional travel, although local errands and some bus routes function without one.
| Beach Distance | 2.6 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 26 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 75 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
Manilva's coastal position at the meeting point of Málaga and Cádiz provinces gives it one of the mildest climates on the Iberian Peninsula. The average annual temperature is 18.5°C, and the swimming season, defined by sea temperatures at or above 20°C, lasts five months, roughly May or June through September or October. The elevation of the property area, at 79 metres above sea level, combined with a moderate three per cent gradient towards the shore, means the terrain is walkable rather than steep, unlike many hillside developments further east. Rainfall is concentrated in the winter half-year, with long dry summers typical of the Mediterranean coast. The villa's mountain views reflect the inland topography, where the Sierra crest rises behind the municipality. Outdoor living on the terraces and patio is realistic for most of the year, with the fireplace and ceiling fans covering the edges of both seasons. The 34 local public holidays per year reflect a busy municipal calendar of ferias and romerías typical of Andalusian towns.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The coastline around Sabinillas and Manilva holds two Blue Flag beaches, La Gaviotas and Sabinillas, within the immediate area, indicating monitored water quality and services during the season. Beyond the main town beach, Playa de Manilva at 2.5 kilometres and Playa de Casares at 3.6 kilometres as the crow flies offer quieter alternatives, while Playa de la Chullera at 4.1 kilometres is known for its rocky coves. The marina at Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa, 2.5 kilometres away in a straight line, adds waterfront dining and nautical activity, and Puerto de Sotogrande at 9.6 kilometres extends that offer with one of the region's larger sports harbours. Golf is the second recreational pillar: Doña Julia (2.2 km), Finca Cortesín (3.3 km), a course that has hosted professional tour events, and Estepona Golf (5.8 km) give players variety within a quarter-hour drive. On land, the Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas at 0.9 kilometres provides municipal sports facilities, and the municipality counts 34 sports facilities in total.
34 Facilities Available
Source: Blue Flag 2026, OpenStreetMap, CSD
Manilva is a municipality which lies on the coast at the southwesternmost edge of the province of Málaga on its border with the Province of Cádiz in the autonomous community of Andalusia in Spain. It belongs to the comarca of Costa del Sol Occidental.
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11.9°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 | 23.1°C | 9 mm |
| July | 26.0°C | 1 mm |
| August | 26.2°C | 4 mm |
| September | 23.3°C | 23 mm |
| October | 20.0°C | 69 mm |
| November | 15.4°C | 94 mm |
| December | 13.2°C | 76 mm |
Moderate
Within Manilva itself, the resale villa segment sits alongside an active new-build market. Comparable new developments in the municipality currently advertise from €363,805 (Morasol), €369,200 (Horizon Views) and €381,800 (Moon 64), all apartment formats. At €445,000, this villa carries a premium of roughly €60,000 to €80,000 over those entry prices, but delivers 199 m² of living space, five bedrooms, a basement, terraces and a villa typology that apartments cannot match. The relevant trade-off is age versus format: the new-build options carry contemporary construction standards, warranties and likely better energy performance, while this 1970 property offers space and established surroundings that require the buyer to assess condition through a survey. Regionally, Manilva's western position distinguishes it from the Marbella, Estepona axis, where resale villa prices per square metre run markedly higher. Sotogrande, nine to ten kilometres southwest, anchors the luxury end of this micro-market, and Finca Cortesín's presence at 3.3 kilometres supports the area's golf-led profile. The municipal market shows healthy activity at 1,351 housing transactions per year, indicating liquidity relative to the municipality's size. For buyers weighing this villa against coastal apartments at similar prices further east, the combination of walkable amenities in Sabinillas, moderate terrain at 79 metres elevation and a three per cent gradient to the sea, plus dual airport access via Gibraltar at 26 kilometres, represents the location's concrete advantages rather than any single headline feature.
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