Detached Villa · Benahavís

Detached Villa in Benahavís

€3,485,000Asking price · Ref. R5344192

Description

An exceptional south-facing villa, exquisitely modernised, occupying a privileged second-line golf position in El Paraíso, offering breathtaking 180-degree panoramic views across the golf course to the Mediterranean Sea and the North African coastline.

Originally built in 1980 and thoughtfully reimagined, this elegant single-level residence combines timeless Andalusian charm with refined contemporary living. Set within high perimeter walls, the property ensures complete privacy and security, with a distinguished pedestrian entrance and two automated wooden gates leading to a spacious courtyard and a three-car garage.

At the heart of the home lies a magnificent open-plan living area, bathed in natural light and seamlessly connected to the landscaped gardens and pool. Expansive sliding doors open onto a generous covered terrace spanning the entire length of the villa, creating a sophisticated indoor-outdoor lifestyle ideal for year-round enjoyment. The depth of the terrace allows for optimal airflow, enhancing comfort during the warmer months.

The interiors are finished with Belgian-sourced wood parquet flooring, offering both warmth and elegance while maintaining excellent thermal comfort. Climate control is ensured through discreet split air-conditioning systems, providing both heating and cooling.

The designer kitchen, curated by a professional chef, is both functional and refined. Featuring premium AEG appliances, a Samsung American-style fridge, dual sinks, and bespoke floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, the space is illuminated by a skylight and flows effortlessly into a spacious dining area with direct terrace access.

The villa is intelligently divided into distinct wings. The guest wing comprises three beautifully appointed bedrooms, each with built-in wardrobes and luxurious en-suite bathrooms, offering privacy and comfort for family and visitors.

In the east wing, a bespoke acoustically engineered music and cinema room, designed by the architect owner, delivers an extraordinary audio experience, rivaling world-renowned recording studios. From here, a staircase leads to a spectacular roof terrace, where uninterrupted views stretch from the golf course to the sea, framed by mountain views.

The master suite is a sanctuary of tranquillity, featuring floor-to-ceiling picture windows, direct access to the terrace and garden, a fully fitted dressing room, and a luxurious en-suite bathroom complete with a freestanding bath, walk-in shower, and double vanity, finished with handcrafted details by Belgian artisans.

Additional features include a separate garden-facing office pavilion, a multi-functional annex with office, library, gym, and storage, all fitted with high-performance Schüco double glazing and climate control.

The landscaped grounds are equally impressive, featuring a freeform kidney-shaped swimming pool, mature gardens, and a private area for cultivating fruit and vegetables, enhancing the estate’s charm and lifestyle appeal.

Designed with both elegance and practicality in mind, the property also caters to car enthusiasts with a ‌fully ‌equipped ‌garage ‌featuring ‌ambient ‌lighting and ‌integrated power ‌points.

A rare ‌opportunity to ‌acquire a refined ‌and ‌private golf-front residence that perfectly ‌captures ‌the ‌essence ‌of ‌sophisticated ‌Mediterranean ‌living.

Setting

Frontline Golf · Close To Golf

Orientation

South

Condition

Good

Pool

Private

Views

Sea · Mountain · Golf · Panoramic

Features

Covered Terrace · Fitted Wardrobes · Private Terrace · Gym · Games Room · Ensuite Bathroom · Jacuzzi · Double Glazing

Furniture

Part Furnished

Kitchen

Fully Fitted

Garden

Private

Security

Gated Complex

Parking

Garage · Covered · Private

Property Intelligence

Investment memo

Based on feed data only. Where information is not available we say so.

Asking price
€3,485,000
Price per m² built
€7,112 asking price ÷ listed built area
Built size
490 m²
Plot size
2,210 m²
Terraces
93 m²
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4
Area
Benahavís · area guide
Location quality
A separate municipality inland of Marbella, home to many of the coast’s gated villa estates.
Rental potential
Not assessed from feed data. Licensing, seasonality and costs are reviewed in a full memo.
Liquidity considerations
Solid international demand; marketing periods are driven by location quality, condition and pricing discipline.
Relative value
We do not publish valuations or comparables we have not verified. A comparable set is prepared on request.

Why we like it

  • Views listed in the feed: sea, mountain, golf, panoramic.
  • Private or communal pool listed.
  • Security: gated complex.
  • Generous plot relative to the house: 2,210 m² of land for 490 m² built.

What we would challenge

  • Condition listed as good: assume a modernisation budget until surveyed.
  • Asking price only: we form a view of value from verified comparables before recommending an offer.

What we would verify

  • Registered versus cadastral areas for plot and built surfaces
  • Licence of first occupation and legality of all structures
  • Charges, encumbrances and ownership at the land registry
  • Local taxes (IBI), community fees and any pending levies

Acquisition considerations

  • Resale purchases in Andalusia are generally subject to 7% transfer tax (ITP); new-build purchases to VAT plus stamp duty. Notary, registry and legal fees are additional. Confirm with your lawyer.
  • A private purchase contract with a deposit (often around 10%) normally precedes completion before a notary.
  • Financing approvals should be secured before signing a deposit contract.

Benahavís: context

Benahavís is an independent municipality in the hills behind Marbella and Estepona. Alongside its whitewashed village, it includes several of the area’s most private gated estates and golf communities.

Puerto Banús
c. 10–20 min
Marbella old town
c. 20–25 min
Málaga airport
c. 50–60 min
Benahavís village
c. 5–15 min

Approximate driving times, traffic-dependent.

Financing example

How a buyer could potentially fund 100% of the purchase price without automatically selling investments.

Property price
€3,485,000
Taxes, legal, notary and acquisition costs illustrative c. 10%
€349,000
Total acquisition requirement
€3,834,000
Traditional mortgage 50% of property price
€1,743,000
Portfolio-backed facility e.g. c. 70% of an eligible portfolio of c. €2.99m
€2,091,000
Cash sale of investments required
€0

Financing examples are illustrative and do not constitute an offer of credit. Availability depends on the client profile, collateral, property, jurisdiction and lender approval. Portfolio-backed lending may be illustrated at up to approximately 70% loan-to-value where suitable. Actual lending value depends on portfolio composition, concentration, volatility, liquidity, currency, jurisdiction and lender approval. Borrowing below the maximum leaves a buffer if markets fall. Mortgage approval depends on income, residency, property value and lender. How Smart Financing works.

Property information is supplied by owners, collaborating agencies and/or authorised data providers and is subject to verification. Availability, measurements, planning status and specifications may change and should be independently confirmed before acquisition. The exact address is disclosed privately.

Private Access

Request Private Access

Share your brief in confidence. An advisor will respond personally, usually within one business day, with a considered first view and a curated shortlist.