Property · Benahavís
Benahavís property, chosen with care.
Benahavís sits in the hills behind Marbella and Estepona, home to some of the coast’s most private gated estates.
In short
Benahavís is a municipality inland from Marbella and Estepona, known for gated estates such as La Zagaleta, El Madroñal, La Quinta, Los Arqueros and Monte Mayor. Buyers choose it for larger plots, privacy and views, accepting greater car dependence than coastal Marbella.
Estates and areas
- La Zagaleta: very large estates with private country club facilities
- El Madroñal: green, quiet, elevated, with large plots and sea views
- La Quinta: golf and contemporary villas close to Nueva Andalucía
- Los Arqueros and Monte Mayor: golf and hillside living further inland
What to verify in Benahavís
- Access, gradient and road quality for hillside plots
- Water, drainage and electricity capacity
- Planning status of annexes and any guest houses
- Registered versus cadastral areas on large plots
Last updated 21 October 2026. Reviewed by Marbella Property Advisory.
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Is Benahavís part of Marbella?
No. Benahavís is a separate municipality, inland from Marbella and Estepona, with its own town hall and planning rules.
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