This detached villa in El Rosario, east of Marbella, offers five bedrooms, four bathrooms and 435 m² of living space on a 1,021 m² south-facing plot. The house was originally built in 1975 and has since been fully renovated, with an open-plan living and dining area, sea views and a private pool. The asking price is fixed at €2,150,000 and the property is key-ready. Parking is provided by an enclosed garage for one car plus space for three more vehicles outside.
Within the Costa del Sol market, this villa occupies a different segment from the region's volume new-build output. Comparable developments listed in 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), are apartment-style products aimed at the entry and mid-market. This property, at a fixed €2,150,000, competes instead in the detached-villa segment near Marbella, where value derives from plot size, orientation and sea views rather than communal facilities. What distinguishes it from newer stock is the combination of 1,021 m² of private land, a two-zone layout across two levels, and the privacy of a single dwelling, features rarely available in apartment developments at any price. Against other villas in the El Rosario belt, its renovated condition, south orientation and three en-suite main-floor bedrooms set the specification level; buyers comparing options should weigh the 1975 construction date against newer builds, and balance that against the maturity of the garden and the established neighbourhood. The location itself, 7 km from Marbella and on the coastal strip with beaches within about 2 km, places it in one of the coast's most consistent demand corridors, supported by annual housing turnover of around 4,399 transactions in the area. For buyers whose priority is space and views rather than frontline position or resort-style amenities, this segment typically offers the better fit.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
El Rosario is a residential area between Marbella and the coast, with Marbella's centre about 7 km away as the crow flies. The villa occupies a south-facing plot oriented towards the Mediterranean, which places the main outdoor spaces on the sunny side. Road distances to surrounding towns are longer than straight-line figures suggest.
The layout serves households that need space for guests or extended family: three en-suite bedrooms on the main floor, two further bedrooms and a second lounge below. Climate control runs hot and cold, bathrooms have underfloor heating, and the kitchen connects directly to the garage, practical for daily shopping and warm-weather living.
This is an existing home, not a new-build project. Construction dates from 1975 and the property has undergone a full renovation since, finished to a contemporary standard. It is delivered key-ready, so there is no waiting period or construction phase; the buyer can move in directly after completion of the purchase.
The property offers no communal facilities such as a shared gym or padel courts; leisure amenities are private (pool and garden) or located outside the plot. The garage is enclosed for one vehicle only. As a detached villa built in 1975, it carries the technical considerations typical of a renovated older structure rather than a new development.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A family relocating to the Costa del Sol who want five bedrooms, three of them en-suite, will find the single-level main floor practical for daily life, with the lower level absorbing guests or grown children. Buyers seeking a second home that can host several couples at once benefit from the king-size bedrooms and the capacity for up to ten occupants. Those planning seasonal letting can use the two-zone layout, main floor and lower level, to separate guest areas from owner areas. The property is less suited to buyers looking for a lock-up-and-go apartment with communal services, since all maintenance of the pool, garden and building falls to the owner. It also does not suit budgets below roughly two million euros or those requiring a brand-new structure with modern warranties, given the 1975 construction date. A car is effectively necessary: while public transport exists in the wider area, daily routines, schools, supermarkets, Marbella's centre 7 km away, are easiest by vehicle, and the property provides four parking spaces in total. Buyers prioritising sea views, privacy and space over walkability will recognise their situation here most clearly.
The villa has been fully renovated, and the materials described point to a contemporary finish layered over the original structure. The living and dining areas are open-plan, with a large glass dome above the dining space that increases daylight without adding floor area. Bathrooms are finished with modern fittings and glass shower enclosures, and are equipped with underfloor heating, a feature normally found in higher-specification renovations. Climate control is provided throughout via air conditioning that operates in both hot and cold modes, which matters in a region where monthly averages range from 13 to 23 °C. The technical installation includes high-speed internet and television with international channels, relevant for remote workers and long-stay residents. Outside, the garden is landscaped and fitted with an automatic irrigation system, reducing maintenance effort during the dry summer months. The property includes an enclosed garage for one vehicle and exterior parking for three more, which is generous for the area. Two structural points deserve attention in any due diligence: the house dates from 1975, so the buyer's surveyor should assess the original load-bearing elements, insulation levels and the condition of the roof and pool installation, and the glass dome should be checked for sealing and thermal performance. Renovation quality is visible in the photography, but a technical inspection remains the standard step for a property of this age.
The villa is offered at a fixed asking price of €2,150,000. This is an existing, completed home rather than a new-build development with a price list, so there is no range of unit types or from-price; the price applies to the single property as described. For context within the wider region, new-build apartments elsewhere on the coast start at considerably lower figures, comparable projects begin around €205,000, but those are different product types in other locations. Buyers should budget separately for purchase costs in Spain, including transfer tax, notary and registry fees. The property is key-ready, so no staged payments or construction-linked schedule applies.
Daily life in this villa revolves around its split-level layout and the garden. Mornings can start on the south side, where the pool and terraces catch the sun for most of the day. The main floor gathers the primary functions: a living room oriented towards the sea, a dining area under a glass dome, an open kitchen, and three en-suite bedrooms, meaning that a family or a group of guests can largely function on one level. The lower level works as a separate zone, with a secondary lounge, two bedrooms and a full bathroom, which suits teenagers, visitors or seasonal rental use. The position of the house on one side of the plot leaves a sizeable, irrigated garden, giving room for play or shade without leaving the property. Practical routines are short: the kitchen opens onto the garage, so groceries and beach gear move in one trip. Four bedrooms are furnished with king-size beds and one with bunk beds, accommodating up to ten people in total. The neighbourhood itself is residential and quiet for most of the year; the coast road and Marbella's amenities sit within a short drive, which keeps the contrast between calm evenings at home and busier town life entirely optional.
El Rosario sits on the coastal strip between Marbella and the beaches to the east. Marbella, with roughly 148,000 inhabitants, lies about 7 km away as the crow flies and supplies the full range of urban services: healthcare, international retail, schools and cultural life. The immediate surroundings are dense with amenities: within a 2 km radius the area counts 384 restaurants, 157 cafés, 124 pharmacies, 73 banks and 26 dentists, which means almost every daily errand can be completed without travelling into town. Education is well covered, with 41 primary schools and 28 secondary schools in the area, and five health centres serve local residents. Tourism is present but not dominant in residential streets, 48 hotels and about 12,600 beds are concentrated along the coast, so the summer months bring more activity while the winter period stays comparatively quiet. Housing turnover in the area is substantial, at around 4,399 transactions per year, indicating an active and liquid local market. For outdoor life, several viewpoints and sports centres are located within a couple of kilometres, including municipal chess and wellness facilities. The swimming season runs about five months with sea temperatures at or above 20 °C, so pool and beach use extends well beyond the peak summer weeks.
The map shows the villa's position in El Rosario on the coastal strip between Marbella and the beaches to the east. Distances shown are straight-line; road routes run along the coast road and are longer. Note the concentration of beaches, marinas and sports facilities within a few kilometres of the plot.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
El Rosario positions this property between two scales of the Costa del Sol: Marbella at 7 km provides the established resort town with its old quarter, marina and international services, while Málaga at 42 km is the provincial capital and transport gateway with about 579,000 inhabitants. The villa thus sits in the quieter residential belt east of Marbella rather than in a town centre, trading walkability for privacy, plot size and sea views. Within the regional hierarchy, this segment, detached villas on plots above 1,000 m², represents the upper tier of the market, distinct from the apartment-dominated new-build stock further along the coast in Estepona, Mijas and Torre del Mar.
The nearest beaches, Playa de San Andrés and Playa de la Misericordia, lie 1.8 and 3.2 km away respectively in straight-line terms, with road distances somewhat longer. Marbella's marina district and the Real Club Mediterráneo are reachable within a short drive. For golfers, three courses sit between 8 and 11 km away, including Club de Golf Málaga Parador at 8.2 km. Málaga city, at 42 km straight-line distance, functions as the regional hub for culture, shopping and the airport; Gibraltar airport is roughly 202 km away. Note that all figures are straight-line distances and actual driving distances and times will be greater. A car is the practical mode of transport here: the villa itself offers enclosed garage space for one vehicle plus three exterior spaces, so parking is never a constraint. Public transport in the wider area comprises 50 lines with 50 stops, usable for occasional trips, though service frequency along the residential stretches is limited compared with the city centres. Electric-vehicle charging points are available from about 4.3 km onwards.
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 202 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 298 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data shows an average annual temperature of 19.2 °C, with monthly averages ranging from 13 °C in the coolest months to 23 °C in summer, a pattern that keeps outdoor living practical for most of the year. The swimming season lasts around five months, when sea temperatures hold at 20 °C or above, typically from late spring into early autumn. Rainfall is concentrated outside these months, which is why the villa's automatic garden irrigation is a relevant feature rather than a luxury. The elevation is recorded as low-lying coastal terrain, so no steep slopes affect access to the property or the plot. The south-facing orientation maximises exposure to the sun across the pool and garden during the shorter winter days, while the glass dome over the dining area adds passive light to the interior. Combined, these conditions mean the garden and pool are genuinely usable across multiple seasons rather than only in high summer.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Beach life is within easy reach: Playa de San Andrés lies 1.8 km away as the crow flies, with Playa de la Misericordia at 3.2 km and Playa de los Baños del Carmen at 3.8 km. Marinas close to the area include IGY Málaga Marina at 1.0 km and Marina Real Club Mediterráneo at 1.6 km, offering mooring and waterfront dining options. Golfers can choose between three courses within roughly 8 to 11 km, including Club de Golf de Guadalhorce and Campo de Golf Miguel Ángel Jiménez. Sports facilities nearby include the Centro Municipal de Ajedrez at 0.5 km and two wellness and fitness centres within 0.7 km, so daily exercise does not depend on the villa's own pool. For walkers, viewpoints such as Torre Blanca (1.3 km) and Mirador de Gibralfaro (1.6 km) offer elevated coastal panoramas. The sheer density of restaurants, 384 within 2 km, means eating out is a routine option rather than an outing. With five months of swimmable sea temperatures, the recreational calendar here extends from spring through autumn.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.7°C | 76 mm |
| February | 13.0°C | 73 mm |
| March | 14.3°C | 72 mm |
| April | 15.4°C | 61 mm |
| May | 17.7°C | 27 mm |
| June | 20.2°C | 6 mm |
| July | 22.1°C | 2 mm |
| August | 22.8°C | 1 mm |
| September | 21.4°C | 20 mm |
| October | 19.0°C | 81 mm |
| November | 15.7°C | 88 mm |
| December | 14.1°C | 94 mm |
Ref: VL592134
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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