This corner duplex penthouse is situated in Guadalmina Alta, a consolidated residential area between San Pedro Alcántara and Estepona on the Costa del Sol. The property offers 295 m² of built space across two levels, with four bedrooms, four bathrooms and 59 m² of terraces oriented to the south and south-west, looking over the golf course towards the sea. The building dates from 2002 and is described as key-ready. The asking price is fixed at €875,000 and includes one private parking space within a gated complex featuring 24-hour security, communal pools and landscaped gardens.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Guadalmina Alta lies inland of the coastal road, directly against the golf course of the same name. Marbella centre is 11 km away as the crow flies, while the nearest beaches at Playa Atalaya and Playa de San Pedro are approximately 2.3 km in a straight line. The setting combines a frontline-golf position with village proximity to San Pedro Alcántara and its shops.
The layout suits households needing four bedrooms and four bathrooms with generous living space. The 59 m² of terraces, covered and open, extend daily living outdoors for most of the year. South and south-west orientation extends sunlight into the evening. A lift, air conditioning, marble floors and double glazing support year-round residential use rather than seasonal-only occupation.
This is not a new-build project. The penthouse was completed in 2002 and is offered as an existing home in key-ready condition, meaning it can be occupied directly after purchase. Construction characteristics, installations and finishes therefore reflect early-2000s building standards, updated where noted in the listing. The delivery date is factual rather than indicative.
The property has no private swimming pool; pool access is communal. No private garden belongs to the penthouse, only terraces. Parking is limited to one space. There is no mention of underfloor heating, a heat pump or solar panels in the provided data. The beach is roughly 2.3 km away as the crow flies, so this is not a walk-out seaside residence. Construction dates from 2002.
This property matches several recognisable situations. A family relocating to the Costa del Sol permanently will find four bedrooms, four bathrooms, two international schools within reach, The International School of Estepona at 2.6 km and the British International School at 9.1 km straight-line, plus a primary school among the local education options. Buyers seeking a low-maintenance second home benefit from communal gardens and pools maintained by the community, with 24-hour security covering absence during the months the property is empty. Golf players get a frontline position: El Campanario Golf Course is 1.7 km away and El Paraíso Golf Club 2.6 km as the crow flies. Households downsizing from a villa who still want space will find the 295 m² layout comparable to a large villa floor plan without the garden upkeep. The property is less obviously suited to buyers who want direct beach access, the sea is 2.3 km in a straight line, or those requiring a private pool, since only communal pools are available. Buyers focused purely on new-build specifications, modern insulation standards or developer payment terms should note the 2002 construction date. As a rental investment, the location near golf, Puerto Banús and San Pedro Alcántara supports both long-term and holiday letting demand, though yields should be assessed against the fixed €875,000 entry price.
The penthouse was built in 2002 and is presented in excellent condition according to the listing data. The documented specification includes marble flooring throughout, fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms, double glazing and air conditioning. Double glazing combined with air conditioning is the standard climate-control pairing for this construction period on the Costa del Sol and handles both the summer heat and the milder winter months, when average temperatures still reach around 12°C. The interior layout is arranged over two levels connected by an internal staircase, as visible in the open-plan dining-living photography, with the upper level leading out to the terraces. The 59 m² of terraces are split between covered and open sections; the covered terrace extends usability during the hottest hours and in the occasional winter rain. Bathrooms are finished with tiled surfaces and include both shower and bathtub options, consistent with the image material. A lift serves the building, which is relevant for a duplex penthouse since access to the entrance floor does not depend on stairs. Buyers should treat the condition description as the seller's assessment; an independent technical survey is the standard step for a 2002 property to verify installations, waterproofing of terraces and the state of the communal building envelope. One private parking space is included. No data is provided on community fees or the IBI property tax for this unit, so those recurring costs should be requested separately.
The asking price is fixed at €875,000. This is an existing, resale property completed in 2002, so the price applies to this specific home rather than a range of units. For that price the buyer acquires 295 m² of built area with four bedrooms, four bathrooms, 59 m² of terraces and one private parking space, within a gated complex with communal pools and 24-hour security. Comparable new-build projects elsewhere on the coast, such as Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000, start considerably lower, reflecting differences in location, size and the established nature of Guadalmina Alta.
Guadalmina Alta is one of the established residential zones west of Marbella, built around the Guadalmina golf course. The area has a mature, low-density character: apartment blocks and villas set between fairways, with mature planting and little through-traffic. Daily life here revolves around the residential complex, the golf club and the commercial strip along the A-7 corridor. Within 2 km of the property there are 31 restaurants, 14 cafés, 12 pharmacies and 11 bank branches, which means most daily errands can be done without driving into Marbella or Estepona. Guadalmina Shopping Centre and the centre of San Pedro Alcántara are both close by, covering supermarkets, schools and services. The penthouse itself functions as a two-level home with an internal staircase, a corner position in the building and terraces on two sides. Because the orientation is south and south-west, the outdoor space receives sun from the middle of the day onwards, usable for outdoor dining from early spring to late autumn given the local climate. The complex provides 24-hour security, several swimming pools and landscaped gardens, which reduces maintenance responsibility for the owner compared with a standalone villa. A car remains the practical mode of transport: 50 public transport stops across 8 lines exist in the wider area, but the inland golf-side position means buses serve main roads rather than the residential streets. Marbella is 11 km away as the crow flies, and Puerto Banús marina 4.9 km, so evenings out or shopping trips are short drives rather than walks.
The immediate surroundings of Guadalmina Alta are defined by the golf course and the residential fabric around it. Within a 2 km radius the area intelligence registers 31 restaurants, 14 cafés, 12 pharmacies, 11 banks and 2 schools, a density that supports full-time residence rather than holiday-season-only living. Guadalmina Shopping Centre and San Pedro Alcántara's town centre are both within easy reach by car. Sports facilities cluster nearby: the Apolo sports centre is 1.0 km away as the crow flies, with additional pool facilities at 1.4 km. For longer trips, Marbella lies 11 km in a straight line and Málaga city 59 km, the latter with its 579,076 inhabitants offering full metropolitan services. Public transport in the area consists of 8 lines with 50 stops, concentrated along the main corridors; for most journeys within Guadalmina Alta itself, a car remains the practical choice. The elevation of 41 m above sea level and the 1.7% average gradient towards the beach mean the terrain is essentially flat, so walking and cycling to the coast along the local roads is realistic for reasonably fit residents.
The map shows the penthouse's position on the golf-facing side of Guadalmina Alta. Straight-line distances marked include Playa Atalaya at 2.3 km, El Campanario Golf Course at 1.7 km and Puerto Banús at 4.9 km. Actual road distances will be longer than the direct figures shown.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Guadalmina Alta occupies the western entrance to the Marbella municipality, between San Pedro Alcántara and Estepona, at the heart of the Costa del Sol's golf corridor. Marbella (11 km, 147,958 inhabitants) provides the urban centre, while Algeciras (55 km) and Málaga city (59 km) frame the region's two ends. The location is closer to the beaches and marinas of the western Costa del Sol than to Málaga's metropolitan amenities, which shapes the character of daily life: resort-town services, international schools and golf infrastructure dominate, with both Gibraltar and Málaga airports roughly equidistant at under 50 km straight-line.
The nearest beaches, Playa Atalaya, Playa Isdabe and Playa de San Pedro, all lie 2.3 km away as the crow flies, with an average gradient of 1.7%, which is flat. Actual road distance will be somewhat longer. Puerto Deportivo José Banús marina is 4.9 km straight-line from the property. Two airports serve the area: Gibraltar (GIB) at approximately 48 km and Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) at approximately 50 km as the crow flies, giving a choice of flight connections; Alicante-Elche at 441 km is not practical for routine use. Electric-vehicle owners can use the Supercharger in Estepona at 5.6 km or the Marbella Supercharger at 7.7 km straight-line. Golf access is short: El Campanario at 1.7 km and El Paraíso Golf Club at 2.6 km. Public transport covers the wider area with 8 lines and 50 stops, though services are oriented to the coastal corridor rather than the residential interior.
| Beach Distance | 2.3 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 48 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 50 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data shows average monthly temperatures ranging from 12°C in the coolest month to 26°C in the warmest, with an annual average of 19.1°C, a moderate Mediterranean profile without extreme winter cold. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts about five months per year, which sets a realistic expectation for outdoor pool and beach use from roughly late May to early October. The property sits at 41 m above sea level on essentially flat terrain, so no steep access roads or stair climbs are involved beyond the internal duplex staircase. For walkers and cyclists, several viewpoints lie within reach: Mirador de la Charca de los Tubos at 4.3 km, Mirador del Muelle de Honor at 4.7 km and Mirador del Tajo del Novio at 4.8 km straight-line. The south and south-west orientation of the terraces aligns with the dominant afternoon and evening sun, which suits outdoor use later in the day.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches lie within 2.3 km as the crow flies: Playa Atalaya, Playa Isdabe and Playa de San Pedro. The listing data does not specify Blue Flag status for these beaches, so that should be verified at the time of purchase. Golf is the primary recreation in the immediate vicinity, the property is described as frontline golf, with El Campanario Golf Course 1.7 km away and El Paraíso Golf Club 2.7 km including its clubhouse, both straight-line distances. Sports facilities within walking range include the Apolo sports centre at 1.0 km and two pool facilities at 1.4 km. For water-based recreation beyond the beach, Puerto Deportivo José Banús at 4.9 km offers marina services, dining and boat excursions. The complex itself provides several communal swimming pools and landscaped gardens, so swimming without leaving the grounds is possible throughout the roughly five-month warm-water season.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.7°C | 80 mm |
| February | 13.6°C | 47 mm |
| March | 14.6°C | 154 mm |
| April | 16.6°C | 70 mm |
| May | 19.8°C | 27 mm |
| June | 23.6°C | 6 mm |
| July | 26.6°C | 1 mm |
| August | 26.9°C | 7 mm |
| September | 23.8°C | 28 mm |
| October | 20.5°C | 72 mm |
| November | 16.1°C | 89 mm |
| December | 13.8°C | 80 mm |
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Ref: VL459341
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within the Costa del Sol market, Guadalmina Alta occupies the established, golf-oriented segment west of Marbella, and this property's €875,000 fixed asking price reflects that positioning. Compared with the new-build projects used as reference points, the difference is structural. Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts from €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000, all considerably lower entry prices, but all in eastern or mid-coast locations with different demand profiles and, typically, smaller units at entry level. What this penthouse offers instead is land value and maturity: a 295 m² built area with 59 m² of terraces in a consolidated 2002 complex with 24-hour security, frontline golf and a corner position, within a neighbourhood that already has its full infrastructure in place, 31 restaurants, schools, pharmacies and shopping within about 2 km. New-build buyers in the comparable projects trade space and location maturity for modern building regulations, developer payment plans and contemporary energy specifications. Buyers comparing this property within Marbella itself will find Guadalmina Alta priced below the golden mile and Puerto Banús front line while sharing the same municipal services and school catchments; Puerto Banús marina is only 4.9 km away as the crow flies. The regional transaction volume of roughly 800 housing sales per year in the local market indicates an active but not speculative resale environment, which matters for liquidity if the property is later resold. Buyers weighing the options should verify what the €875,000 price includes, community fees, IBI and any planned building works on the 2002 complex are the standard items to request.
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