This detached villa stands on a frontline position within La Cala Golf Resort in Mijas Costa, roughly 15 km as the crow flies from Marbella and about 34 km from Málaga. Completed in 2005 and now key-ready, the property offers 597 m² of living space on a 1,449 m² plot, with six bedrooms and six bathrooms. Views extend across the golf course, the surrounding mountains and the landscaped gardens. The asking price is fixed at €2,550,000 and the villa is sold fully furnished, with a private pool, gym and air conditioning throughout. Three golf courses lie within 600 metres of the house.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The villa sits inside La Cala Golf Resort at an elevation of about 111 metres, directly overlooking the fairways. Campo América and Campo Europa are each roughly 500 metres away, with Campo Asia at 600 metres, all measured in a straight line. Marbella lies 15 km away, Málaga 34 km, and the nearest beach towns of the Mijas and Fuengirola coast are a short drive down the hill.
With six bedrooms, six bathrooms, multiple living and dining areas, a fitted kitchen and a home gym, the house accommodates a large household and regular guests. Terraces face north, east and south, giving sun exposure across most of the day. Fitted wardrobes, double glazing and full air conditioning support year-round occupancy, while the private pool and gardens serve outdoor living in the warmer months.
This is an existing home, completed in 2005 and described as being in excellent condition. There is no construction phase or delivery schedule to consider; the property is key-ready, meaning the buyer can take occupancy directly after completion of the purchase. The villa is sold fully furnished. As with any resale purchase, an independent technical survey is a standard step in the due diligence process.
The location is golf-oriented rather than urban: only one restaurant lies within 2 km, and daily shopping requires a car. The villa has no sea view, and the swimming season for open water nearby is around four months, although the private pool extends this. A car is necessary for beaches, schools and larger towns. The property is not walking distance to a train station; Fuengirola station is 8.8 km away as the crow flies.
This property fits a buyer profile with several recognisable traits. A family needing six bedrooms and six bathrooms, with space for live-in help or long-stay guests, will find the layout proportionate. Buyers relocating permanently will note the year-round infrastructure: double glazing, air conditioning throughout and a home gym reduce seasonal limitations. Golf players form the most obvious group, three courses within 600 metres makes this a base for regular play without daily travel. A household seeking privacy will value the double-plot setting and the low density of the resort, where only one restaurant lies within a 2 km radius. The property suits buyers who prefer a finished, furnished home over a new-build waiting period: purchase and occupancy can follow within months. It is less suitable for buyers who want walkable urban life, beach proximity on foot, or reliance on public transport, the nearest train station is 8.8 km away in a direct line, and daily errands require a car. International families should also weigh school runs: the English International College is 8.1 km away as the crow flies, which translates to a daily drive. For a second-home buyer, the lock-up-and-leave character of a villa inside a managed resort, combined with strong rental precedent for golf accommodation on the Costa del Sol, adds a letting dimension, subject to local regulations. In short, the house matches space-driven, car-based, golf-oriented ownership.
Built in 2005 and presented in excellent condition, the villa reflects the construction standards of that period upgraded with modern systems. The window specification includes double glazing throughout, which supports both thermal comfort in winter and acoustic separation from the golf course activity. Air conditioning is installed across the house, covering the cooling season and providing heating support in the cooler months. Interior photographs show a spacious living room with large glazing, a bathroom with double sink and shower, an ornate iron staircase with chandelier, and a furnished nursery, indicating a finished, move-in-ready state rather than a renovation project. The kitchen is described as fully fitted and modern. Each principal bedroom includes fitted wardrobes, and en-suite bathrooms extend beyond the master suite. Outdoor construction includes a covered terrace and private terraces around the landscaped garden and pool. As the property is sold fully furnished, the purchase price covers contents as well as the building itself; the exact inventory should be confirmed in the sales contract. Buyers planning structural or aesthetic changes should note that the interior styling dates from the early 2000s in places. An independent technical inspection remains advisable to verify installations, damp-proofing and pool equipment, standard practice for a property of this age and price class on the Costa del Sol.
The villa carries a fixed asking price of €2,550,000; this is an existing home, not a new-build price list. Measured against comparable new-build villas in the same resort, Villa Selene Europa Golf from €2,495,000 and Villa Evania Europa Golf from €2,650,000, the asking price sits within the current range for frontline plots at La Cala Golf. At 597 m² of living space, the price corresponds to roughly €4,270 per square metre, before accounting for the plot, pool and furnishings, which are included in the sale. Availability is immediate, as the property is key-ready. Any offer process would follow standard Spanish resale practice, including a reservation deposit, due diligence and signing before a notary.
Daily life here is organised around the resort and the road down to the coast. Mornings typically start with light on the south- and east-facing terraces, looking out over the fairways and the hills beyond. The resort itself provides three golf courses within a few hundred metres, so golf is not a trip but an extension of the garden. Beyond the fairways, the nearest restaurant within 2 km is the exception rather than the rule: most shopping, dining and services require a drive to La Cala village, Calahonda or Fuengirola, which lies under 10 km away as the crow flies. The house itself is built for a full household. Six bedrooms and six bathrooms mean visiting family or guests have independent space, while the multiple living areas allow different activities to run in parallel, a home gym on one side, a quiet reading room on the other. The 1,449 m² plot and double-plot positioning give distance from neighbours, which in practice means little traffic noise and few passers-by. The area records an average annual temperature of 17.9°C, with the open-water swimming season running about four months; the private pool makes outdoor swimming possible for longer. Public transport exists in the wider area, two lines and around 30 stops, but the rhythm of this location assumes a car. For households that want space, privacy and a golf setting, and accept driving for schools, beaches and shopping, this is the trade-off the property represents.
The immediate surroundings are defined by the golf resort: three courses, Campo América, Campo Europa and Campo Asia, lie between 500 and 600 metres away in a straight line, making golf the dominant nearby activity. Beyond the fairways, amenities thin out: one restaurant within 2 km, two health centres in the wider area, and 15 primary and 10 secondary schools serving the district. Sports facilities cluster a short drive away, with Raquetas de Mijas at 3.8 km, Finca Naundrup at 4.2 km and Club del Sol at 4.5 km, all straight-line distances. The Mirador de las Águilas viewpoint, 4.5 km away, offers walking and sightseeing options in the Mijas hills. Marinas provide the coastal counterpoint: Puerto Cabopino at 6.6 km and Fuengirola's marina at 9.4 km. Tourism infrastructure in the area is substantial, 10 hotels with around 2,131 beds, indicating a seasonally active rather than deserted hinterland. Road access runs through the A-387 and AP-7 corridor, connecting the resort to Fuengirola in one direction and Marbella in the other. The setting is quiet by design: low housing density and golf-clubbed terrain mean limited through-traffic.
The map shows the villa within the La Cala Golf Resort, surrounded by the three golf courses and the foothills of the Sierra de Mijas. The coastline, Fuengirola and Marbella are all visible a short distance to the south-east and south-west, illustrating the position between the mountains and the sea.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
La Cala Golf occupies a mid-coast position between Fuengirola and Marbella, roughly 15 km from the latter in a direct line. This places the villa at the centre of the Costa del Sol's western corridor: Marbella and Puerto Banús lie to the west, Fuengirola and Benalmádena to the east, and Málaga city with its airport 34 km to the north-east. Within the local market, La Cala Golf is positioned as a golf-resort enclave rather than a beachside urbanisation, a distinction that shapes both pricing and lifestyle compared with coastal developments in Fuengirola or Estepona. The resort sits inland at moderate elevation, trading sea proximity for views, space and quiet.
Distances below are straight-line; road distances are longer. Marbella lies 15 km away and Málaga 34 km, the latter reachable via the AP-7 or A-7 motorways. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is approximately 25 km away in a direct line, typically a drive of roughly half an hour depending on traffic; Gibraltar Airport is an alternative at 71 km. The nearest train connection is Fuengirola station at 8.8 km, the terminus of the C-1 commuter line to Málaga and the airport. Local public transport comprises two lines with around 30 stops in the wider municipality, useful for occasional trips but not for daily commuting from the resort. Beaches along the Mijas and Fuengirola coast are reached by car, generally within 10 to 15 minutes of driving. Golf requires no travel at all, with the three La Cala courses at 500 to 600 metres. A car is therefore a practical necessity rather than an option: shopping, healthcare, schools and the beach all sit beyond walking distance from the villa.
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 25 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 71 km |
| Fuengirola | 8.8 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The villa stands at about 111 metres above sea level, on the lower slopes of the Mijas mountain range. This elevation lifts the property above coastal humidity and provides the mountain and golf views recorded in the orientation data. The climate is Mediterranean with an average annual temperature of 17.9°C, warm summers and mild winters, with the villa's double glazing and air conditioning covering both extremes. Sunshine hours along this stretch of the Costa del Sol are among the highest in Spain, which supports outdoor use of the terraces, garden and pool for most of the year. The open-water swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts about four months; the private pool lengthens the swimming window considerably. The terrain slopes gently towards the coast, meaning some inclination on walks within the resort. The nearby Sierra de Mijas offers hiking trails and viewpoints, including the Mirador de las Águilas at 4.5 km, giving the location a natural backdrop that contrasts with the built-up coastal strip 10 km downhill.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The coast below La Cala Golf offers the full recreational range of the central Costa del Sol. Two marinas sit within 10 km in a straight line: Puerto Cabopino at 6.6 km, known for its sheltered anchorage and beach restaurants, and Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola at 9.4 km, a larger port with sailing and water-sport facilities. The beaches of Calahonda, La Cala de Mijas and Fuengirola are all within a short drive, covering sandy family beaches, chiringuitos and water sports. Golf dominates the immediate recreation offer: the three on-site courses, América, Europa and Asia, form one of the largest golf complexes in the region, with the clubhouse facilities a few hundred metres from the villa. Racquet and fitness sports are covered by Raquetas de Mijas (3.8 km), Finca Naundrup (4.2 km) and Club del Sol (4.5 km). For walking and nature, the Mijas hills and the Mirador de las Águilas viewpoint at 4.5 km provide routes with panoramic coastal views. The villa's own facilities, private pool, garden and gym, round out the daily recreational offer without leaving the plot.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11.9°C | 60 mm |
| February | 12.7°C | 40 mm |
| March | 13.8°C | 125 mm |
| April | 15.5°C | 59 mm |
| May | 18.6°C | 25 mm |
| June | 22.1°C | 7 mm |
| July | 24.8°C | 1 mm |
| August | 25.4°C | 7 mm |
| September | 22.6°C | 26 mm |
| October | 19.4°C | 73 mm |
| November | 15.2°C | 73 mm |
| December | 13.0°C | 64 mm |
Ref: VL459555
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within La Cala Golf itself, this villa competes directly with new-build comparable listings. Villa Selene Europa Golf starts at €2,495,000 and Villa Evania Europa Golf at €2,650,000, bracketing the €2,550,000 fixed asking price of this resale property. The distinction matters: the new-builds offer contemporary specifications and developer warranties, while this 2005 villa offers immediate availability, a larger plot position, established gardens and included furnishings, with 597 m² of living space exceeding typical new-build villa sizes at these price points. Further afield, the comparison shifts in scale: Acqua Gardens in Estepona starts at €524,600, but represents apartment living rather than a detached frontline villa, so the price gap reflects product type rather than like-for-like value. Locationally, La Cala Golf sits between two price regimes on the Costa del Sol. Marbella, 15 km to the west, commands the region's premium segment, with frontline villas regularly exceeding €4 million. Fuengirola and the Mijas coast to the east offer lower entry prices in denser urbanisations. La Cala Golf occupies the middle ground: golf-resort exclusivity, plot sizes and views at prices below central Marbella, in exchange for a location that requires a car for beaches and daily services. The local market records around 3,800 housing transactions per year, and the median provincial income of €16,450 underlines that this segment is driven by international buyers rather than the local market, a factor that historically supports price resilience in resort enclaves, while also tying values to foreign demand cycles. For buyers weighing this villa against new-build alternatives, the decision effectively balances immediacy and included contents against modern construction standards and warranty cover.
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