This detached villa stands in the hillside residential area of La Mairena, on the eastern outskirts of Marbella, roughly 5 km inland from Elviria. Built in 2001 and now key-ready, the property offers 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and 590 m² of built space on a 1,500 m² private plot. The house faces south east and enjoys sea, mountain and panoramic views across the surrounding countryside. The asking price is fixed at €1,250,000. The location sits at about 418 m above sea level, which provides open vistas and a cooler microclimate than the immediate coast, while Elviria's commercial centre and its beaches remain within a short drive.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
La Mairena is an elevated residential zone above Elviria, approximately 12 km from Marbella centre as the crow flies and 37 km from Málaga. The setting is rural and green, with forest nearby and golf courses within 3 km. The nearest beach, Playa de Artola, lies 4.6 km away in a straight line, reached by a road with a steep gradient of roughly 8.7%.
The house provides 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms across 590 m² of built area, with roughly 100 m² of terraces and a 1,500 m² private garden. Air conditioning, double glazing, marble flooring, a utility room, a garage and a fully fitted kitchen are present. The property is offered with furniture optional, and the south-east orientation supports morning and midday sun on the outdoor spaces.
This is not a new-build project. The villa was completed in 2001 and is available immediately as an existing, key-ready home. The construction is reported as good condition, while the interior layout and finishes lend themselves to renovation and modernisation by a future owner. Any refurbishment timeline and budget would need to be assessed separately.
The property does not include a swimming pool, and the data lists no communal facilities. Within 2 km there is only one restaurant, so daily shopping requires a car. The hillside position means an 8.7% gradient to the coast, and public transport is limited to two lines with 34 stops in the wider area. Renovation works may be needed to bring interiors up to current standards.
Ref: VL725569
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property suits several recognisable situations. A large family needing six bedrooms and five bathrooms within one house will find the floor area and garden proportionate to that requirement. Buyers relocating to the Costa del Sol who want proximity to international schooling, the English International College is under 5 km away, benefit from the combination of a quiet residential setting and a short school run. A second-home buyer seeking privacy, sea views and a garden larger than most coastal plots will find the 1,500 m² plot and rural surroundings relevant, particularly given the limited new supply of detached villas in this segment near Marbella. The house also fits a buyer deliberately choosing renovation: someone willing to modernise a sound 2001 structure to their own specification rather than pay a premium for a finished designer product. Conversely, the fit is weaker for households without a car, for those wanting walkable shops and restaurants, or for buyers expecting a pool and on-site communal facilities, since the data lists neither. Swimmers should also note that the sea lies 4.6 km away in a straight line, down a steep road, so beach visits are deliberate trips rather than spontaneous walks. In short, the profile matches car-owning buyers who prioritise space, views and tranquillity over coastal frontage.
The villa was built in 2001 with construction described as solid, and the current condition is listed as good. Interior finishes include marble flooring throughout the main areas, double glazing and a fully fitted kitchen. Climate control covers both hot and cold air conditioning, which matters at 418 m altitude, where winters are cooler than on the waterfront. A utility room and a garage are included, and furniture is available as an optional extra rather than forced into the sale. Character features visible in the property include a fireplace in the living room and a curved staircase with a stained-glass window, both typical of the period's higher-end Andalusian residential building. At the same time, a 2001 completion date means that kitchens, bathrooms, wiring standards and insulation conventions predate current new-build norms. The listing itself frames the house as a candidate for renovation and modernisation, so an inspection should assess the state of the roof, plumbing, electrical installation and window frames. No energy label details are disclosed here, and no warranty scheme for new construction applies, as the property is a resale. Buyers planning refurbishment should budget separately and verify with local technicians what works require licences from Marbella municipality. The underlying assets, plot size, built volume, orientation and view corridors, are the elements that renovation cannot easily change, and these are the property's structural strengths.
The asking price is a fixed €1,250,000 for this existing home; it is not part of a price-list development and should not be read as a from-price. The property is key-ready, meaning it can be transferred in its current state without waiting for construction. Within the region, the asking price positions the villa above the new-build apartment market, comparable developments such as Aquamar in Torre del Mar start from €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000, reflecting the difference in scale, land and location. Purchase costs, notary fees and any renovation budget are additional to the stated figure.
Daily life at this villa revolves around space, quiet and views. The house sits in a country setting close to forest, with the urban buzz of the coast kept at a distance. Mornings on the south-east facing terraces receive sun from early in the day, with the sea and the hills framing the outlook. Inside, the layout spans generous living areas with marble floors, a fireplace in the main room and a curved staircase with a stained-glass window as a character feature. The 590 m² built area, of which 501 m² is floor space, gives room for a large household or for guests and home working. The 1,500 m² garden allows landscaping to taste, and the garage plus utility room cover practical storage needs. Shopping, schools and healthcare are not walkable: Elviria's commercial centre is roughly a five-minute drive, and the wider region counts 41 primary schools, 28 secondary schools and 5 health centres. The English International College sits 4.9 km away. The rhythm here is car-based but short, a drive down the hill for groceries or the beach, then back up to noticeably cooler, quieter air. Evenings tend to be still, with views stretching towards the coastline and, on clear days, the outline of Gibraltar and the African coast from the wider area. For a buyer seeking privacy and scale within reach of Marbella's amenities, this property combines the two without requiring compromise on plot size or built volume.
La Mairena functions as a hilltop residential enclave rather than a town. Within 2 km the data lists a single restaurant, which sets expectations: this is an area of villas, forest tracks and quiet roads, not a village high street. The nearest practical hub is Elviria, about 5 km away, reachable in roughly five minutes by car and offering shops, cafés and everyday services. Golf is a defining nearby feature, El Soto Golf lies 1.5 km away, Santa María Golf & Country Club 2.5 km and Campo América 2.8 km, all measured in a straight line. Sports facilities within a short drive include Finca Naundrup at 4.0 km, La Siesta Golf Club and Club del Sol at 4.3 km. For schooling, the English International College sits 4.9 km from the property. Healthcare in the region is organised around 5 health centres in the wider area. Public transport exists but is thin, two lines and 34 stops serve the district, so a car is effectively part of daily life here. The reward for the elevation is tangible: cooler air in summer, open views towards the Sierra Nevada, the sea and, on clear days, the African coastline, plus a stillness that the coastal strip rarely offers. Roads are winding and the descent to the beach carries an 8.7% gradient, which residents adapt to but which shapes every journey down the hill.
The map shows the villa's elevated position above Elviria, with golf courses clustered within 3 km and the coastline at 4.6 km straight-line distance. Note that road routes down the hillside are longer than the direct distances shown. Marbella, Málaga and both regional airports frame the wider geography.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Within the Costa del Sol, La Mairena occupies the mid-priced, high-quietness band of the Marbella municipality's eastern district. It trades coastal frontage for elevation, land and views, sitting above Elviria and roughly 12 km from Marbella centre as the crow flies. Málaga and its airport lie within daily commuting range at 37 km and 28 km straight-line respectively. Compared with resort strips such as Fuengirola or Estepona, the area is defined by villas, forest and golf rather than apartment blocks.
The nearest beach is Playa de Artola, 4.6 km away as the crow flies; the actual road distance is longer due to the hillside route. Marbella centre lies 12 km in a straight line, Málaga city 37 km, and Málaga-Costa del Sol airport approximately 28 km straight-line, typically a drive of half an hour to forty minutes depending on traffic. Gibraltar airport is about 68 km away in a straight line, offering an alternative for UK-linked travel. By car, the property connects via Elviria to the A-7 coastal motorway and the AP-7 toll road, giving access to the whole coast. Public transport is limited: two lines with 34 stops serve the area, and none is likely to cover a hillside villa commute conveniently, so a private vehicle is realistically essential. The marina at Puerto Cabopino, 5.2 km away, adds a leisure option, while the Mirador de las Águilas viewpoint at 4.8 km offers a nearby walking destination.
| Beach Distance | 4.6 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 28 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 68 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
At 418 m above sea level, the property sits well above the coastal strip, which moderates summer heat and cools nights relative to the waterfront. The average annual temperature in the area is 17.2 °C, and the swimming season, when sea water reaches 20 °C or more, lasts about four months, roughly June through September. This is shorter than the bathing season further south, so sea swimming is seasonal while garden and terrace use extends longer. The setting is genuinely green for the Costa del Sol: the feature list confirms proximity to forest, and the surrounding hillsides are protected rural land, which limits dense construction and preserves the views. Rainfall is concentrated in the winter half-year, typical of the Mediterranean climate, with long dry summers. The steep gradient towards the coast means microclimates vary over short distances, the house will feel fresher in August and colder on winter evenings than Elviria at sea level, which is worth factoring into heating expectations given the hot and cold air conditioning installed.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Coastal recreation is close but not on the doorstep. Playa de Artola, 4.6 km in a straight line, is the nearest beach and one of the better-preserved stretches of the Marbella coast, backed by protected dunes. Puerto Cabopino, 5.2 km away, combines a small marina with beach restaurants and a family-friendly bay. Golf is the strongest nearby recreational asset: El Soto Golf at 1.5 km, Santa María Golf & Country Club at 2.5 km and Campo América at 2.8 km put three courses within a five-minute drive, with La Siesta Golf Club and Club del Sol at 4.3 km adding further options. For sport beyond golf, Finca Naundrup at 4.0 km offers facilities, and the Mirador de las Águilas viewpoint at 4.8 km marks the start of walking routes into the hills. Tourism infrastructure in the region, 52 hotels and nearly 12,800 beds, indicates the scale of visitor activity along the coast, while La Mairena itself remains residential and quiet outside peak holiday weeks.
Source: OpenStreetMap
La Mairena is a hill top residential resort on the Costa del Sol, just 5 km (3 mi) from the coastal ruralisation of Elviria, on the eastern outskirts of Marbella, Spain. At 400 m (1300 ft) above sea level, the village has views towards the Sierra Nevada Mountains, the Mediterranean Sea, the Rock of Gibraltar and the African coast.
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10.2°C | 69 mm |
| February | 11.1°C | 47 mm |
| March | 12.4°C | 140 mm |
| April | 14.5°C | 74 mm |
| May | 18.3°C | 29 mm |
| June | 22.7°C | 7 mm |
| July | 26.0°C | 1 mm |
| August | 26.0°C | 10 mm |
| September | 22.1°C | 32 mm |
| October | 18.5°C | 79 mm |
| November | 13.7°C | 87 mm |
| December | 11.4°C | 70 mm |
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Set against the wider Costa del Sol market, this villa represents a different proposition from the new-build developments typically marketed in the region. Comparable apartment projects 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) deliver modern finishes, communal pools and warranty coverage at a fraction of the price, but they deliver apartments, not land. At a fixed €1,250,000, this property instead buys 1,500 m² of private plot, 590 m² of built volume, six bedrooms and an elevated position with sea views, a combination that new construction near Marbella generally prices well above this level. Location-wise, La Mairena sits in Marbella municipality's eastern hills, 12 km from the town centre and about 28 km straight-line from Málaga airport, making it more remote than Elviria or Cabopino but quieter and greener than either. The regional context is active: around 4,743 housing transactions per year are recorded in the area, supported by 52 hotels and strong international demand, and the median provincial income of €16,450 underlines how much of the coastal market is driven by buyers from higher-income countries. Within this market, hillside villas near international schools such as the English International College form a distinct niche: resale stock dominates, plots are rarely subdivided, and the main trade-off for buyers is elevation and car-dependence in exchange for space and views. Compared with Estepona or Mijas, the eastern Marbella hills carry a premium tied to school proximity and established residential prestige rather than to beach access.
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