This two-bedroom, two-bathroom penthouse is situated in Las Mimosas, a gated frontline beach complex in La Cala de Mijas, in the municipality of Mijas, province of Málaga. The property offers 74 m² of built living space plus a 6 m² private terrace with views over the sea, the beach and the communal gardens. The home is key-ready, fully furnished and comes with an existing tourist licence, which allows use as a holiday home, permanent residence or rental property. The asking price is fixed at €599,000. The building was completed in 1985 and features a lift and reduced-mobility access.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Las Mimosas stands directly on the beachfront in the centre of La Cala de Mijas, a coastal town within the municipality of Mijas. Playa de La Cala - El Torreón lies approximately 1.6 km away as the crow flies, with two further beaches within 2 km. Shops, restaurants, banks and schools are within walking distance, and Marbella is 18 km straight-line from the town.
The penthouse offers two bedrooms and two bathrooms, one en-suite, with fitted wardrobes and marble flooring throughout. The 6 m² private terrace faces south-west, receiving sun from the afternoon into the evening. Communal facilities include two swimming pools, a children's pool, a tennis court, an on-site restaurant and communal parking. The property is sold fully furnished and is ready for immediate occupation.
This is not a new-build project. The building was completed in 1985 and the penthouse is key-ready in its current condition. The bathrooms have been fully reformed and the kitchen upgraded. Delivery is immediate upon completion of the purchase process; any dates mentioned in connection with the transaction are indicative and depend on the notary schedule.
The property does not offer a private pool, private garden, private parking space or storage room; parking is communal and unreserved. Living space is 74 m² built plus 6 m² of terrace, which is compact for a two-bedroom penthouse. The building dates from 1985, so construction, insulation and installations correspond to that period, with the reforms described applied to bathrooms and kitchen only. No information is available regarding an energy label or structural condition.
Ref: VL478738
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property fits several recognisable situations. A buyer seeking a holiday home within walking distance of the beach and town amenities will find the frontline location and turnkey condition relevant: the home is fully furnished and can be occupied directly after purchase. For a permanent residence, the combination of two bedrooms, two bathrooms and an urban setting with schools, health centres and year-round shops in La Cala de Mijas makes daily life practical. The lift and reduced-mobility access also matter for older buyers or those planning to live in the property long term. For a rental investor, the existing tourist licence is the central fact: it permits legal short-term letting, which is not automatically available to all coastal properties in Andalusia. Frontline beach positions with such licences are relatively scarce in this town, which affects both rental demand and resale interest. The property is less suited to buyers requiring a large living area, a private pool, a private garden or an allocated parking space, since none of these are included. Buyers comparing against new-build projects should also note the 1985 construction date: while bathrooms and kitchen have been renewed, other building elements correspond to their original era and carry the maintenance expectations that follow from that.
The penthouse is finished to a consistent standard across its 74 m² of built space. Marble flooring runs throughout the apartment, and both bedrooms have fitted wardrobes. The bathrooms have been fully reformed, and the kitchen has been upgraded; the images confirm a modern kitchen equipped with a washing machine and dishwasher, and a contemporary bathroom with a walk-in shower and vanity unit. Climate control consists of hot and cold air conditioning, which covers both winter heating and summer cooling. Electric blinds are installed, and fibre optic internet is connected, which supports both permanent living and remote work. The property is sold fully furnished, which reduces the initial outlay after purchase. Structurally, the building dates from 1985. This means the frame, façade, roof and communal installations are of that period, subject to whatever maintenance the community has carried out since. The reforms documented here apply to the bathrooms and the kitchen only; no information is available about the condition of windows, plumbing beyond the reformed areas, or the electrical installation beyond what is visible. Buyers are advised to verify these elements through an independent technical survey during the purchase process. Communal areas include well-kept gardens, two swimming pools, a children's pool, a tennis court and communal parking. The complex is gated with entry phone security, and the building has a lift with access for people with reduced mobility.
The asking price for this penthouse is fixed at €599,000. This is an existing, key-ready home rather than a new-build project with a price list, so the price applies to this specific property, including its furniture, reformed bathrooms and upgraded kitchen. For context within the same town, new-build projects in La Cala de Mijas currently advertise starting prices from approximately €496,000 to €670,000, with Vission Hills from €496,200, Almare from €496,000 and Cala Serena Sun from €670,000. Availability is immediate; the transfer timeline depends on the standard Spanish purchase process and notary availability. All delivery or completion dates are indicative.
Daily life in this penthouse is organised around the beachfront setting and the facilities of the complex. Mornings can start with a short walk along the seafront, with Playa de La Cala - El Torreón roughly 1.6 km away as the crow flies and two other beaches within 2 km. Because Las Mimosas sits within the urban centre of La Cala de Mijas, groceries, pharmacies, banks and the town's restaurants and cafés, 26 restaurants and 15 cafés are counted within a 2 km radius, are reachable on foot. This reduces dependence on a car for daily errands, although a vehicle remains useful for reaching golf courses and larger towns. The penthouse itself is oriented towards afternoon and evening use of the terrace, given its south-west aspect. Sun reaches the terrace through the afternoon and continues into the evening, which suits residents who are out during the day and use the outdoor space later. The two communal pools, the children's pool and the tennis court provide recreation within the gated complex, while the on-site restaurant offers an option for meals without leaving the grounds. The property carries an existing tourist licence, which shapes the character of the surroundings: frontline complexes with tourist licences see seasonal occupancy, meaning the area is busier in summer months and quieter outside the main season. La Cala de Mijas functions year-round as a town, with two health centres, schools and permanent residents, so the neighbourhood does not empty outside the holiday period.
The immediate surroundings are those of a consolidated beachfront town. Within a 2 km radius, the area counts 26 restaurants, 15 cafés, 2 pharmacies, 6 banks and a school, which covers most daily needs without a car. The town also has two health centres, and the wider municipality offers 15 primary schools and 10 secondary schools, relevant for families considering permanent residence. La Cala de Mijas sits at a low elevation of 55 m above sea level, and the gradient from the complex towards the beach at Playa de La Cala - El Torreón is approximately 3.4%, described as moderate. In practice this means the walk to the shore involves a gentle slope rather than steep stairs, a point of note for buyers familiar with hillside urbanisations along this coast. The town has a tourism economy of moderate scale, 10 hotels with roughly 2,131 beds, which means seasonal visitor pressure exists but does not dominate the town to the degree seen in larger resorts. Public transport consists of 4 lines with 50 stops, and the railway stations of Fuengirola and Carvajal are 6.0 km and 10.0 km away in a straight line respectively, providing rail connections towards Málaga. Around 3,800 housing transactions take place per year in the area, indicating an active resale market.
The map shows Las Mimosas on the beachfront of La Cala de Mijas, between Fuengirola and Marbella on the Costa del Sol. Markers indicate the three nearby beaches, the golf courses of El Chaparral, Cerrado del Aguila and Santana, and the connections towards Málaga Airport. All distances shown are straight-line measurements.
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La Cala de Mijas occupies a middle position on the Costa del Sol between Fuengirola and Marbella, the latter 18 km away in a straight line. Málaga, the provincial capital with 579,076 inhabitants, lies 34 km to the north-east, while Algeciras is 80 km to the south-west. This central placement gives the town access to both the Marbella employment and services area and the airport at Málaga (24 km straight-line). Compared with inland Mijas or hillside urbanisations, the coastal position trades elevation and views for flat access to the beach and town facilities. Within the regional market, La Cala de Mijas positions itself as a town-scale alternative to the larger resorts, with a year-round residential base alongside its tourism sector.
Distances in this section are straight-line (as the crow flies); actual road distances are longer. The nearest beach, Playa de La Cala - El Torreón, is 1.6 km away, with Playa de Las Doradas at 1.7 km and Playa de La Cala - La Butibamba at 1.9 km. Three golf courses are within a short radius: El Chaparral Golf Club at 1.7 km, Cerrado del Aguila Golf at 2.1 km and Santana Golf & Country Club at 3.4 km. Sports facilities include Polideportivo de La Cala at 0.6 km, Club de Pádel Cerrado del Águila at 2.4 km and Miraflores Tennis Club at 2.8 km. Two marinas, Puerto Cabopino (6.2 km) and Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola (6.5 km), serve boat owners. Málaga Airport (AGP) lies approximately 24 km away in a straight line, which places it within a short drive for a coastal location. Gibraltar Airport (GIB) is roughly 72 km away. Regional cities are Marbella at 18 km and Málaga at 34 km straight-line. A car is practical for golf, marinas and airport transfers, though not strictly required for daily life given the town-centre position.
| Beach Distance | 1.6 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 24 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 72 km |
| Fuengirola | 6 km |
| Carvajal | 10 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data for La Cala de Mijas shows an average monthly temperature range of 14°C to 26°C, with an annual average of 18.5°C. This pattern means mild winters where heating is needed only occasionally, and warm summers consistent with the Mediterranean coast of southern Spain. The swimming season extends to approximately five months per year, during which sea temperatures reach or exceed 20°C, a direct consequence of the latitude and the sheltered coastline. The elevation of 55 m above sea level places the complex close to sea level, so temperatures follow the coastal pattern rather than the warmer inland conditions of the Mijas hills behind. The moderate gradient towards the beach indicates the terrain between the property and the shore is gently sloping rather than stepped or cliffside. The Mirador de La Cala de Mijas viewpoint, 1.2 km away, offers an accessible spot for orientation over the coastline. For residents, the practical effect of these figures is a long outdoor season: terrace use, walking and swimming are realistic from late spring into autumn.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches lie within 2 km of the property: Playa de La Cala - El Torreón at 1.6 km, Playa de Las Doradas at 1.7 km and Playa de La Cala - La Butibamba at 1.9 km, all measured in a straight line. This concentration of sandy beaches within walking or short driving distance is the defining recreational feature of the location. Golf is the second recreation pillar. El Chaparral Golf Club is 1.7 km away, Cerrado del Aguila Golf 2.1 km and Santana Golf & Country Club 3.4 km, giving residents three courses within a five-minute-to-ten-minute drive. Racquet sports are covered by the tennis court inside the Las Mimosas complex itself, Club de Pádel Cerrado del Águila at 2.4 km and Miraflores Tennis Club at 2.8 km. Swimming options extend beyond the sea: the complex has two communal pools and a children's pool, and Piscina Bellavista is 2.5 km away. For sailing and water sports, the marinas of Puerto Cabopino (6.2 km) and Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola (6.5 km) provide berths and charter services. The Polideportivo de La Cala sports centre at 0.6 km rounds out the offering with municipal facilities.
Source: OpenStreetMap
La Cala de Mijas forms part of the Municipality of Mijas in the province of Málaga, Andalusia, southern Spain.
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 14.3°C | 48 mm |
| February | 14.4°C | 49 mm |
| March | 15.7°C | 86 mm |
| April | 17.5°C | 49 mm |
| May | 19.8°C | 14 mm |
| June | 22.6°C | 0 mm |
| July | 24.8°C | 0 mm |
| August | 25.8°C | 3 mm |
| September | 23.5°C | 21 mm |
| October | 20.6°C | 64 mm |
| November | 16.9°C | 106 mm |
| December | 14.8°C | 77 mm |
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Within La Cala de Mijas itself, this penthouse competes primarily with new-build developments currently on offer. Vission Hills advertises from €496,200, Almare from €496,000 and Cala Serena Sun from €670,000. The fixed asking price of €599,000 for this resale property sits between those benchmarks. The comparison is not straightforward, however: new-build buyers receive modern construction, current insulation standards and typically a warranty period, while this property offers a frontline beach position within an established complex, a tourist licence and immediate delivery, three elements that new-build projects inland or in later phases cannot match. The tourist licence deserves particular weight in a regional comparison. Along the Costa del Sol, the supply of legally lettable frontline properties is limited by licensing policy, and licences transfer with properties that already hold them. For buyers comparing rental yields, a licensed resale unit in a beachfront complex competes on different terms than an unlicensed new-build apartment, even at a similar price point. Positionally, La Cala de Mijas differs from its neighbours. Marbella, 18 km away, offers a larger premium market at higher price levels, while Fuengirola, with its railway connection 6.0 km straight-line from the town, provides urban density and transport links. La Cala de Mijas occupies a middle ground: town-scale services, three golf courses within 3.4 km, and a beachfront that retains a year-round residential character supported by roughly 3,800 annual housing transactions in the area. Against hillside urbanisations in Mijas, this location trades panoramic elevation for level beach access and walkability, a trade-off buyers should weigh according to their priorities.
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