A building plot of 863 m² is offered for sale in Cabopino, in the municipality of Marbella on the Costa del Sol. The asking price is fixed at €1,300,000. According to the seller, a building licence has already been granted for a contemporary villa with five bedrooms and seven bathrooms, including four parking spaces. The plot sits at an elevation of approximately 209 metres, about 2.5 km from the nearest beach as the crow flies, and close to several golf courses. Marbella centre lies 13 km away in a straight line, and Málaga Airport approximately 27 km.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The plot lies in Cabopino, between Marbella (13 km straight-line) and Calahonda, at roughly 209 metres above sea level. The nearest beach, La Luna-Royale, is 2.5 km away as the crow flies, with an average gradient of 7.9% towards the coast, meaning the walk or drive down is noticeably sloped. Cabopino Golf lies about 2.6 km away and the marina of Puerto Cabopino 3.3 km.
The permitted project comprises a villa with five bedrooms and seven bathrooms plus four parking spaces, according to the seller's information. This scale suits households that want generous accommodation for family living, guests, or dual-use as a holiday and permanent residence. Buyers should verify the licence details and technical specifications independently, as no finished building currently stands on the plot.
This concerns a building plot with an existing licence rather than a completed home. The listed construction status refers to the site's documentation, and the 1970 date relates to the land records, not to any building. Construction has not started; the buyer would commission the villa according to the approved design. Delivery of a habitable home therefore depends on the construction timeline agreed after purchase.
The plot currently offers no habitable accommodation, no fitted utilities, and no completed construction. Distances to beaches are 2.5 km as the crow flies, so the sea is not within walking distance of the door. The 7.9% gradient towards the coast makes the surroundings hilly. The licence applies to the specific design described; changes would require fresh municipal approval. No data is available on community fees or annual taxes for the future build.
This plot suits buyers who want to build a large villa on the Marbella coast without going through the licensing procedure themselves. The stated licence for a five-bedroom, seven-bathroom home with four parking spaces matches the profile of a family residence, a holiday home for extended families, or a property intended for dual personal and rental use. It also fits buyers who specifically want the Cabopino, Calahonda golf corridor, with three courses within about 2.6 km, and who accept that the beach is a short drive rather than a walk away. A car is effectively essential here: public transport exists, four lines and 48 stops in the wider area, but the hillside position and the 7.9% gradient make daily car use the norm. Buyers seeking a turnkey home with immediate occupancy should look elsewhere, as no building stands on the land. Those wanting proximity to international schooling for longer stays will find the English International College 7 km away, and the wider area lists 41 primary and 28 secondary schools. The plot is less suitable for buyers on a mid-market budget, given the fixed price of €1.3 million for the land alone plus construction costs, or for those who need precise delivery dates, since the completion timeline depends entirely on when construction begins after purchase.
Because this is a building plot, no physical finishing exists to assess. What is documented, according to the seller, is an approved design for a contemporary villa with five bedrooms, seven bathrooms and four parking spaces, a programme that implies a substantial detached residence, likely across two levels given the plot size of 863 m². The architectural imagery associated with the listing shows a modern villa typology: flat rooflines, generous glazing, a pool with lounge area and open-plan living spaces. Buyers should treat these as illustrative of the approved design rather than as a finished standard. The actual build quality will depend on the contractor appointed, the technical specifications annexed to the licence, and the construction contract. Items that typically require verification in such a project include the structural specifications, thermal insulation values, glazing type, mechanical ventilation, the planned heating and cooling systems, and the water and electricity connections to the plot boundary. The four parking spaces, if integrated into the design, would typically be arranged as a garage level or covered bays. Since the plot sits at elevation with a gradient towards the sea, retaining structures and drainage design are technical points a building surveyor should review. No energy performance data is available, as no building has been constructed. Buyers purchasing land with a licence in Spain normally instruct an architect or technical surveyor to validate the licensed design against current building regulations before starting works.
The plot is offered at a fixed asking price of €1,300,000. This is an existing property transaction, land with a granted licence, not a new-build price list, so there is no range of unit prices. The price covers the 863 m² plot and, per the seller's information, the existing building licence for a five-bedroom, seven-bathroom villa with four parking spaces. Construction costs for the villa itself are not included in this figure and would form a separate budget. Prospective buyers should confirm through their legal representative that the licence is current and transferable before committing.
Cabopino is a small, established residential pocket on the Marbella side of the Mijas Costa, known for its low-rise character, its marina and its proximity to golf courses. The plot sits in a hillside setting at about 209 metres elevation, which typically means views over the surrounding hills and, from upper floors, towards the Mediterranean. Daily life here revolves around the car: the nearest beach is 2.5 km away as the crow flies, with a 7.9% gradient on the route down, so most residents drive to the coast in a few minutes. Within a two-kilometre radius there are 19 restaurants, two cafés, a pharmacy and a bank, which covers basic daily needs but is not full urban convenience. For broader shopping, healthcare and services, Calahonda and La Cala de Mijas (3.8 km away) are the practical anchors. The area has a year-round residential core rather than being purely seasonal, and the presence of five health centres and dozens of schools within the wider zone confirms an established community. The rhythm of the area is quiet, outdoors-oriented and golf-centred: El Soto Golf at 2.4 km, Cabopino Golf at 2.6 km and a par-3 course at the same distance form a cluster of courses within minutes. Puerto Cabopino, at 3.3 km, adds a marina with moorings, beach restaurants and a small seasonal buzz. For families considering longer stays, the English International College is 7 km away. The plot's position between Marbella and Fuengirola means both town centres, and the train connection from Fuengirola station (9.3 km), sit within a short drive.
The immediate surroundings are residential and green, shaped by the golf courses that define this stretch of coast. El Soto Golf lies 2.4 km away, Cabopino Golf 2.6 km, and a par-3 course 2.6 km, so golf is the most accessible form of recreation. The nearest beaches, La Luna-Royale and the Calahonda beaches, are all 2.5 km as the crow flies, with actual road distances somewhat longer due to the terrain. Puerto Cabopino marina at 3.3 km offers moorings and waterfront dining; Fuengirola's larger marina is 9.9 km away. Everyday amenities within 2 km include 19 restaurants, two cafés, one pharmacy and one bank, while La Cala de Mijas (3.8 km) provides a fuller town centre. Healthcare is well covered regionally, with five health centres in the area, and education options include 41 primary and 28 secondary schools, plus the English International College at 7 km. Sports facilities such as Finca Naundrup (0.7 km) and Club del Sol (0.9 km) are within walking range. The tourism footprint is significant, 52 hotels and nearly 12,800 beds in the wider zone, which means summer months bring noticeably more traffic and activity than the quiet winter season.
The map shows the plot's hillside position between Cabopino marina and Calahonda, with the golf corridor immediately inland and the beaches 2.5 km to the south. Marbella lies west and Fuengirola east, both within a short drive along the A-7.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Cabopino occupies the eastern edge of Marbella municipality, bordering Mijas Costa, roughly midway between Marbella centre (13 km) and Fuengirola. Within the Costa del Sol it sits in the established golf-and-residence belt between La Cala de Mijas and Marbella East, an area characterised by hillside villas, course communities and a lower building density than the front line. Málaga city and its airport (27 km) connect the area to international routes, while Gibraltar (69 km) serves the western Costa. The position gives access to both Marbella's services and Fuengirola's train link without living in either town centre.
Access is primarily by car via the A-7 coastal motorway, which links the area to Marbella (13 km straight-line) in one direction and Fuengirola in the other. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport lies approximately 27 km away as the crow flies, typically a drive of around half an hour; Gibraltar Airport is 69 km. Rail access runs through Fuengirola station, 9.3 km away in a straight line, which connects towards Málaga with stops along the coast. Local public transport consists of four lines serving 48 stops in the surrounding area, adequate for occasional trips but not a substitute for a car given the hillside location. The 7.9% gradient between the plot and the beach means even short trips involve sloped roads, and many residents drive to the shore. All main amenities, beaches, golf, marinas, schools, healthcare, sit within a ten-kilometre radius, which keeps daily driving distances short despite the need for a vehicle.
| Beach Distance | 2.5 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 27 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 69 km |
| Fuengirola | 9.3 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate is Mediterranean with an average annual temperature of 17.8 °C. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20 °C or above, lasts about four months, roughly June through September, which is typical for this part of the Costa del Sol but shorter than the more southerly Andalusian coast. The plot's elevation of 209 metres brings cooler evenings than the seafront and some protection from the direct coastal humidity, while the gradient of the terrain creates natural terracing of the landscape. Rainfall concentrates in the winter months, keeping the hills green in spring before the dry summer sets in. The nearby viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas (3.8 km) indicates the scenic value of this elevated coastal strip. Vegetation around Cabopino includes pine stands and low Mediterranean scrub, part of the green belt that separates the residential areas from the shore and gives the district its quieter character relative to the built-up front line.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest beaches, La Luna-Royale and the Playas de Calahonda, lie 2.5 km away as the crow flies. The area's two Blue Flag beaches, Casablanca and El Cable, sit further along the coast and mark the region's water quality standards. Puerto Cabopino marina (3.3 km) is the closest point for boat owners, with Fuengirola's larger marina at 9.9 km offering additional moorings and charter options. Golf is the strongest recreational asset here: El Soto Golf (2.4 km), Cabopino Golf (2.6 km) and a par-3 course (2.6 km) cluster within minutes of the plot, and La Siesta Golf Club is 1.0 km away. For land-based sport, Finca Naundrup (0.7 km) and Club del Sol (0.9 km) are the closest facilities. Walking and cycling routes follow the coastal corridor and the hillside paths above Calahonda. The four-month swimming season means sea bathing is a summer activity, while golf, padel and walking dominate the cooler months.
Source: Blue Flag 2026, OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11.8°C | 60 mm |
| February | 12.6°C | 40 mm |
| March | 13.7°C | 125 mm |
| April | 15.5°C | 59 mm |
| May | 18.5°C | 25 mm |
| June | 22.1°C | 7 mm |
| July | 24.7°C | 1 mm |
| August | 25.3°C | 7 mm |
| September | 22.5°C | 26 mm |
| October | 19.3°C | 73 mm |
| November | 15.1°C | 73 mm |
| December | 12.9°C | 64 mm |
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Ref: VL473214
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Priced at €1,300,000 for the land alone, this plot occupies a different segment of the market from the region's typical new-build apartment offerings. Comparable projects listed nearby, Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,000), are apartment developments where the published price buys a finished unit. Here, the price buys land plus a licence, with construction costs to follow, which positions the project in the custom-villa segment of the central Costa del Sol. Within that segment, the Cabopino, Calahonda corridor trades at a level below Marbella's Golden Mile and Nueva Andalucía, but above inland Mijas and the eastern Costa around Torre del Mar. The area's fundamentals support the villa market: around 4,743 housing transactions per year in the zone indicate an active resale and new-build market, and the density of golf courses, international schools and health facilities reflects established international demand. The location's trade-off compared with front-line areas is the distance to the beach, 2.5 km with a 7.9% gradient, exchanged for quieter surroundings, larger plots and elevation. Compared with Fuengirola or Benalmádena, the area is less dense and less urban, with the nearest train station 9.3 km away in Fuengirola. Buyers comparing this plot against completed villas should budget for construction in addition to the land price, and should note that finished resale villas with comparable specifications in the immediate area often price materially above the combined land-plus-build cost, the customary reason buyers choose the licensed-plot route. Verification of the licence status, expiry and transferability remains the decisive step in any comparison.
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