Why buy a luxury property in Benahavis?

15th March 2024 · 5 min. read

Benahavis, for those unfamiliar with it, is a charming village neighbouring  Marbella. Beyond its Andalusian-style town centre, the municipality spreads out majestically towards the mountains. It is an extensive natural territory, full of beautiful vegetation, peaks, and valleys. This corner of paradise stands as a green oasis on the Costa del Sol, rising up with panoramic views towards the Mediterranean Sea. To own a luxury property in Benahavís is to be privileged in life.

It is a peaceful haven, far from the hustle and bustle of aggressive tourism. Additionally, it is home to the most dazzling mansions on the Costa del Sol, such as those in the famous La Zagaleta development. Truly, it is an exclusive destination for those seeking a life of luxury in full communion with nature.

In this post we will explain why to buy a luxury property in Benahavis and show you some of the most interesting properties in the area today.

Situated on the Western Costa del Sol, in the province of Málaga, Benahavis is strategically located just 7 kilometres from the picturesque beaches of San Pedro de Alcántara. Nestled at the foot of the majestic Sierra de las Nieves mountain range, it shares borders with Marbella, Estepona, Istán, and other welcoming villages in the Serranía de Ronda.

With a twenty-minute drive to the coast and just one hour away from Malaga International Airport, Benahavis benefits from convenient access to the AP7 motorway and the A7 carriageway, facilitating all road connections.

Benahavis harmoniously blends the traditional with the modern. On the one hand, its urban core has the atmosphere of a typical white Andalusian village, impregnated with influences from past eras, as reflected in the Moorish layout of its streets. In fact, scattered among its avenues, you can find restaurants and bars with the rich gastronomy we talked about in the other post.

On the other hand, its urban development has evolved towards first class facilities, evidenced by the presence of five-star hotels, such as the Anantara Villa Padierna Hotel or The Westin La Quinta Golf. Of course, the presence of high-class golf courses such as Alferini, El Higueral, Marbella Club Golf, or Flamingos Golf highlights its modernity.

1.The residences in this area stand out for being the most opulent and spacious of the entire Costa del Sol, with impressive dazzling finishes that make dreams come true. A great example are those in La Zagaleta, but other areas stand out, such as: Los Flamingos, Los Flamingos Golf, Paraiso Alto, El Herrojo, La Quinta, Real de la Quinta, The Hills, Monte Mayor, Vega del Colorado, El Madroñal, La Alquería, Marbella Club Hills and Marbella Club Golf Resort.

2.The natural beauty surrounding the area is simply enviable, with majestic mountains, picturesque valleys, serene rivers, and trails that invite you to go hiking, horse riding, or cycling.

3.It is home to some of the most prestigious golf courses and golf clubs on the Costa del Sol, elevating the quality of the golfing experience. If you want to see specially located properties for golf lovers, you can consult the other post. You should know that Benahavís, together with the district of Marbella called Nueva Andalucía, are home to so many important golf courses that they are called the “Golf Valley”.

4.It is a residential area designed for very select owners. In fact, in certain residential complexes, the profile of a prospective resident is assessed to determine whether they are suitable for the community, before allowing the purchase of a property.

5.Benahavis is a truly safe and quiet village. It is very suitable for families, because it is very friendly to live in. It has parks, golf and basketball school, and numerous options for excursions. Moreover, in the area, there are good schools, such as Atalaya Colegio Internacional or Colegio San Jose.

6.The properties offer breathtaking views. Some to the Mediterranean Sea, others to the golf courses, and others to the beautiful natural surroundings. Coincidentally, some to all these elements at the same time.

7.Benahavis Pueblo is only 20 minutes away from Puerto Banus, 25 minutes from Puente Romano and a few more minutes from Marbella centre.

8.It has a local gastronomy that is highly valued on the Costa del Sol, with mountain and maritime dishes in the Spanish restaurants and a varied offer in the international restaurants.

9.Curiously, its foreign residents are the majority population, as compared to nationals. They account for just over 60%. This explains the variety and tolerance of the nationalities that form its population.

10.This municipality has one of the highest incomes per capita in Spain, due to the high purchasing power of its inhabitants.

We hope that our post has been of interest to you and that you have a clearer idea of why to buy a luxury property in Benahavis.

We remind you that we are the real estate experts in luxury villas and apartments on the Costa del Sol. Since we recently opened our new office in Malaga, we stand out strongly in the capital.

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