A contemporary detached villa under construction in Artola Alta, Cabopino, in the hills between Marbella and Fuengirola on the Costa del Sol. The property offers 670 m² of living space on a 1,200 m² plot, arranged over four levels with five bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom. The villa is positioned alongside Cabopino Golf with views towards the sea, the fairways and the surrounding mountains. The fixed asking price is €4,270,000, with completion indicated for the second quarter of 2027. Distances below are straight-line unless stated otherwise.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The villa sits in Artola Alta, a residential area above Cabopino on the Málaga coast. Cabopino Golf is adjacent, the beach at Calahonda lies about 2.5 km away as the crow flies, and Puerto Cabopino marina roughly 3.3 km. Marbella is 13 km away and Málaga 39 km. The site stands at approximately 209 metres above sea level on a south-facing slope.
The layout serves a household that values space and privacy: five en-suite bedrooms spread across three levels, a basement with a multipurpose room and parking, a rooftop solarium with jacuzzi and outdoor kitchen, a saltwater pool and a landscaped garden. Underfloor heating, air conditioning, aerothermal hot water and home automation are included.
Construction is currently under way, with delivery indicated for the second quarter of 2027. This date is indicative and depends on the construction schedule. The buyer acquires a newly built villa that is not yet completed, which means the finishing process can partly be followed and the purchase is agreed off-plan or during construction under Spanish law.
The property is a single villa without communal facilities such as a gym or shared gardens. The plot is 1,200 m², not a large estate. The gradient from the house to the beach is approximately 7.9%, described as steep, so the walk back uphill is demanding. The nearest train station is Fuengirola, about 9.3 km away, so daily life requires a car.
Ref: VL851151
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property fits a buyer seeking one large, self-contained villa rather than an apartment in a managed complex. The five en-suite bedrooms, one of them in the basement, suit households that regularly host guests or extended family, or buyers who want guest space separated from the main living floors. The location suits a golf-centred routine: the villa borders the golf course, with three courses within about 2.6 km. It also suits buyers who accept car-based daily life in exchange for quiet, elevation and open views. The profile is less suitable for buyers who want to walk everywhere. The steep gradient to the beach and the distance to the train station in Fuengirola (9.3 km as the crow flies) mean the house functions with a car in practice. Buyers seeking urban density, nightlife within walking distance or a frontline beach position will find the location does not match those wishes. The 2027 delivery date is relevant for planning: this is a purchase for buyers whose timeline allows for a construction period, not for those who need to move within months. Finally, the price point places the villa in the upper segment of the regional market, which makes it a consideration for buyers comparing against other detached villas in Marbella, Benahavís and Estepona rather than against new apartment projects.
The villa is being built to a contemporary specification with a focus on installations and climate comfort. The climate system combines underfloor heating, hot and cold air conditioning and an aerothermal system for hot water, which is a modern, energy-conscious approach to heating and cooling in the Andalusian climate. A fully integrated home automation system allows control of lighting, climate and other functions from a central interface. The interior layout follows current new-build conventions: an open-plan kitchen fitted with high-end appliances connected to the living and dining area, floor-to-ceiling glazing on the ground floor to connect the interior with the terrace and pool, and fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms. Each of the five bedrooms has its own bathroom, with a guest toilet on the ground floor. The basement adds a multipurpose room that can serve as a cinema, gym or office, plus a separate laundry room and dedicated parking. Outside, the specification includes a saltwater swimming pool, a system that uses salt electrolysis rather than concentrated chlorine, a landscaped garden, a covered terrace and a rooftop solarium with a jacuzzi and an outdoor kitchen. As with any property under construction, the definitive quality is determined by the building contract and its specifications: buyers should review which finishes, appliances and installation brands are contractually included, and which are shown as illustrative in the marketing material. The delivery date of Q2 2027 is indicative and subject to the construction schedule.
The villa is offered at a fixed asking price of €4,270,000 as an existing home under construction, not as a project with a price list. It comprises 670 m² of living space and a 1,200 m² plot, which works out at roughly €6,373 per m² of built area. Delivery is indicated for the second quarter of 2027; this date is indicative and tied to the construction schedule. The purchase therefore concerns a villa that is not yet finished, with the accompanying phase-specific considerations such as staged payments and a completion date that can shift. Comparable new-build projects elsewhere on the coast start at considerably lower price points, which reflects the difference between a single detached villa in an established golf-side location and larger apartment developments.
Artola Alta is a quiet, elevated residential neighbourhood where the daily rhythm is shaped by the golf course on the doorstep and the short drive down to the coast. The villa's south and south-west orientation means the terraces, pool area and solarium receive sun through the middle of the day and into the evening, when the view extends over Cabopino Golf towards the sea and the Marbella skyline. Daily life here is car-based by design. Within 2 km of the property there are 19 restaurants, two cafés, a pharmacy and a bank, which covers basic needs, but larger shopping is done in Calahonda, La Cala de Mijas or Marbella. The area is not a year-round resort strip; outside the summer months the neighbourhood is noticeably quieter, with a mix of permanent residents and second-home owners. The slope plays a role in how the house is used. At roughly 209 metres elevation with a 7.9% gradient to the shore, a walk to the beach is a genuine downhill-and-uphill outing rather than a casual stroll, and most residents drive the short distance to the sand. What the elevation provides in return is the open panorama: sea views, fairway views and mountain views from three levels of the house. For a household that plays golf, the location works without getting in the car, Cabopino golf is 2.6 km away, El Soto Golf 2.4 km and a par-3 course 2.6 km. Sports facilities such as Finca Naundrup (0.7 km) and Club del Sol (0.9 km) are also within walking or short driving range. The house itself supports an indoor-outdoor routine across the year: the covered terrace and solarium extend the outdoor season, while underfloor heating and air conditioning cover the cooler and hotter months.
The immediate surroundings of Artola Alta are residential and green, defined by the golf course, Mediterranean pine and low-rise villas rather than apartment blocks. Amenities within 2 km, 19 restaurants, two cafés, a pharmacy and a bank, cover everyday needs without the area feeling commercial. For broader services, Calahonda and La Cala de Mijas (3.8 km to the viewpoint at the village centre) are the nearest coastal hubs, and Marbella at 13 km offers the full range of city amenities, including 41 primary schools and 28 secondary schools recorded in the wider region. Healthcare is available through five health centres in the area. Tourism infrastructure is substantial, 52 hotels and roughly 12,800 beds in the surroundings, which mainly affects the coastal strip in summer rather than the hillside streets. Public transport exists, with four lines and 48 stops in the area, but the frequency and coverage are geared towards coastal communities; the railway station in Fuengirola, 9.3 km away as the crow flies, is the nearest rail connection. In practice, residents rely on a car. Access by road runs via the A-7 and AP-7 coastal motorways, placing Marbella, Fuengirola and Málaga within normal driving range. The elevation of 209 metres and the pine-covered hillside give the neighbourhood a quieter microclimate than the seafront, with the sea breeze softened by the distance inland.
The map shows the villa's position in Artola Alta above Cabopino, between Marbella and Fuengirola on the Costa del Sol. The golf course adjoins the property, the coast lies 2.5 km to the south, and the motorway connections to Málaga airport (about 27 km straight-line) and Marbella (13 km) run along the shoreline below the hillside.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Cabopino occupies a position on the central Costa del Sol between Marbella (13 km) and Fuengirola, roughly 39 km from Málaga city and about 27 km straight-line from Málaga airport. The area belongs to the Marbella, Mijas stretch of coast, known for golf courses, pine hills and low-rise residential development. Within this stretch, Artola Alta is one of the quieter, elevated pockets: further from the beach noise than Calahonda, less built-up than central Marbella, and oriented towards villa living. Algeciras, at 74 km, marks the far side of the region towards Cádiz province. The location offers a balance between seclusion on the hillside and access to the coastal towns within a 15–20 minute drive.
Measured in straight-line kilometres: the nearest beaches (La Luna-Royale, Calahonda-Riviera and Calahonda) are 2.5 km away, Puerto Cabopino marina 3.3 km, La Cala de Mijas 3.8 km and Fuengirola marina 9.9 km. Marbella lies 13 km away and Málaga city 39 km. Málaga-Costa del Sol airport is approximately 27 km away, which is roughly a 30-minute drive depending on traffic; the road distance is longer than the straight-line figure. Gibraltar airport is about 69 km away. Golf is the closest amenity of all: Cabopino golf at 2.6 km, El Soto Golf at 2.4 km and a par-3 course at 2.6 km. The nearest train station is Fuengirola, 9.3 km as the crow flies. Public transport in the area consists of four bus lines with 48 stops, mainly along the coast road, so the villa itself is not within comfortable walking distance of a stop given the hillside location. A car is necessary for daily life.
| 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 site stands at about 209 metres above sea level on a south-facing slope, with a gradient towards the beach of approximately 7.9%, steep enough that the walk back from the coast is a real climb. The regional climate data shows an average annual temperature of 17.8°C, with a swimming season of about four months in which sea water reaches 20°C or more, roughly June through September. The elevation gives the property a slightly cooler and breezier microclimate than the seafront. Sun exposure on the south and south-west facing terraces is strong, which suits the pool, solarium and outdoor kitchen but also makes shading and climate control relevant; the installed underfloor heating and air conditioning cover both ends of the year. The surroundings include forested hills, the area is described as close to forest, and the pine zones between Cabopino and Calahonda are protected green space that limits further construction density in the immediate view. Autumn and spring are mild, with the bulk of the annual rainfall concentrated in the cooler months.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The beaches of Calahonda and La Luna-Royale lie about 2.5 km away as the crow flies, reached by a short drive given the steep terrain. The nearest Blue Flag beaches in the wider area are Casablanca and El Cable, both in Fuengirola, which holds two of the region's awards. The water reaches swimmable temperatures for around four months per year, with beach life concentrated between June and September. Recreation options around the property centre on golf: three courses within 2.6 km, including Cabopino golf, and La Siesta Golf Club at 1.0 km. Sports facilities include Finca Naundrup (0.7 km) and Club del Sol (0.9 km). For on-the-water recreation, Puerto Cabopino marina is 3.3 km away, a small harbour with restaurants and berths, while the larger marina of Fuengirola is 9.9 km. Hiking and viewpoint walks are available inland, with La Cala de Mijas viewpoint at 3.8 km. The restaurant density within 2 km (19 establishments) means eating out nearby is straightforward, particularly around the marina and the coast road.
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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Within the Costa del Sol market, this villa occupies the upper segment for detached homes east of Marbella. The fixed asking price of €4,270,000 for 670 m² of built area, approximately €6,373 per m², places it in line with new-build villa pricing in the Marbella, Mijas golf corridor, where frontline-golf plots with sea views command a premium over coastal apartment stock. It is useful to contrast this with the comparable new-build projects listed for the wider region: Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,000). Those are apartment-led developments at a fundamentally different product level and price per square metre; they serve buyers seeking a lower entry point or a lock-and-leave second home, whereas this property is a single villa with private pool, garden and parking. A more meaningful comparison set would be other detached villas in Cabopino, Artola and the Mijas golf valley, where competition centres on plot size, view quality and finishing specification. Location characteristics also differentiate the property: the frontline-golf setting, the pine-covered hillside and the marina at Cabopino 3.3 km away combine golf-lifestyle proximity with a quieter residential character than the high-rise zones of Fuengirola or central Marbella. The regional market context shows solid activity, around 4,743 housing transactions per year in the surrounding area, and sustained international demand along the whole coast. For buyers, the practical trade-off in this segment is between proximity to the sea and elevation with views: this villa chooses elevation, with the beach at 2.5 km and a steep gradient, in exchange for the panorama over golf, sea and mountains. Buyers comparing this property against villa stock in Estepona or Benahavís will find similar pricing at greater distance from Málaga airport; the Cabopino position offers the shorter transfer, about 27 km straight-line from AGP, which is a recurring consideration for international owners who travel frequently.
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