New development · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
VILLA AKASIA
From €6,695,000
5 beds · 1,277 m² built
Ref HT5376202Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
VILLA AKASIA is in Benahavís.
About this property
Overview
Villa Akasia is a single five-bedroom detached villa on a plot just short of 4,700 square metres in the Monte Mayor gated community. With 1,277 square metres built, the layout spans three floors and includes five bathrooms. The design centres on wide glazing and horizontal volumes that draw in the sea, mountain and forest views from this elevated site. Terraces and an infinity pool take advantage of the position above the treeline.
The villa sits within a 24-hour gated community in the hills of Benahavís, above the AP-7 and surrounded by Mediterranean forest. This puts you 14 minutes from Marbella Club Golf Resort and 29 minutes from Puerto Banús marina, while keeping the immediate surroundings quiet and green. Monte Mayor's low-density planning means large plots and separation between properties. The International School of Estepona is 24 minutes by car, and Gibraltar Airport is just over an hour away.
The plot size and the building footprint give you substantial outdoor space, private and unoverlooked. That privacy comes with remoteness: you need a car for everything, from food shops to the coast. The gated setting and the forest views suit buyers who prioritise seclusion and mountain air over walkable village life or beachfront access.
This works for families wanting space, security and international schooling within reach, and for golf-focused households who value course access without living on the fairway. The scale of the villa and the plot also suits multi-generational arrangements or buyers who entertain often and need the room. If you want to walk to cafes or a beach, this is the wrong place.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Private garden
- Sea view
Property details
Specifications
- Reference
- HT5376202
- Property type
- Villa
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 5.5
- Built area
- 1,277 m²
- Plot size
- 4,667 m²
- Price range
- €6,695,000
- Pool
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- City
- Benahavís
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
What's Nearby
Location
Benahavís
Location shown is the development site. This development is in Benahavís.
Villa Akasia sits above the AP-7, towards the mountains in Benahavís. This elevated position keeps you away from main road traffic while staying within easy reach of the coast. Gibraltar Airport is a 67 minute drive, making it practical for regular travel. Marbella Club Golf Resort is just 14 minutes away by car, and Puerto Deportivo José Banus marina is 29 minutes for boat access and waterfront dining. Schools like The International School of Estepona serve families looking for quality education options nearby. This location works well for golf enthusiasts, families wanting mountain views with coastal proximity, and buyers seeking a quieter base above the busier beachfront areas.
18 questions answered
VILLA AKASIA: Frequently Asked Questions
How far is the beach from Villa Akasia?
Playa del Saladillo is 7.4 kilometres away, about 21 minutes by car. The villa sits inland of the AP-7 motorway in the Benahavís hills, so coastal access means a drive down through the foothills. The elevation and forest setting that deliver the views also put you well back from the shore.
What views does the villa have?
Sea, mountain, panoramic and forest views from an elevated site in Monte Mayor. The 1,277 square metres of built space is arranged across three floors with wide glazing designed to frame those sightlines. The infinity pool and terraces face outward over the treeline, which remains uninterrupted because the community enforces low-density planning.
Is there a supermarket within walking distance?
No. The nearest supermarket is 5.9 kilometres away, about 20 minutes by car. Monte Mayor is a gated hillside community surrounded by forest, so nothing is walkable. You need a car for groceries, schools, healthcare and the coast. The trade for that remoteness is privacy, space and quiet.
How far is the nearest international school?
The International School of Estepona is seven kilometres away, about 24 minutes by car. Hospital Hospiten de Estepona sits at a similar distance, 7.5 kilometres or 22 minutes. San Pedro Alcántara, the nearest town for a wider choice of services, is 8.3 kilometres and takes about 27 minutes to reach.
Does the villa have a private pool and garden?
Yes. The plot extends to 4,667 square metres, giving you a private infinity pool, garden and substantial outdoor space that is unoverlooked. You maintain it yourself or arrange for that, but the size of the plot and the forest surroundings mean genuine seclusion. There is no shared facility to navigate.
How does buying off-plan work in Spain?
Buying off-plan in Benahavís means reserving a property before or during construction. You pay a reservation deposit (typically €6,000 to €12,000), then sign a private purchase contract within 30 days and pay a further 10 to 20% of the purchase price. Staged payments follow the construction milestones. The final 60 to 70% is paid at notary completion when the keys are handed over.
Are my deposits protected if the developer goes bust?
Under Spanish law (Law 57/1968 and its 2015 successor), all off-plan deposits must be covered by a bank guarantee or insurance policy. Your lawyer must verify this before you pay any money. If the developer fails to deliver, you can claim 100% of your deposit plus 6% annual interest. Never transfer funds without a confirmed guarantee in your name.
What building guarantees come with a new-build?
Spanish law mandates three tiers: a 10-year structural guarantee (Seguro Decenal) for serious structural defects, a 3-year guarantee for habitability issues (waterproofing, insulation, installations), and a 1-year guarantee on finishes and fixtures. These run from the date the licence of first occupation (licencia de primera ocupación) is issued.
What taxes apply to new-build property in Spain?
New-build purchases are subject to 10% IVA (VAT) on the purchase price, plus 1.2% AJD (stamp duty) in Andalucía. Parking spaces or storage sold separately may attract 21% IVA. Add notary, land registry and legal fees (1 to 2%), budget 12 to 15% on top of the purchase price in total acquisition costs.
Can I customise finishes and layout before completion?
Most developers allow personalisation during the early construction phase, choices of floor tiles, kitchen units, bathroom fixtures, paint colours and sometimes layout tweaks. The window for changes is typically 3 to 6 months after signing the contract. Structural changes are rarely possible once work has started. Your sales representative will provide a customisation deadline and specification sheet.
How long will construction take?
Typical build time in coastal Spain is 18 to 30 months from licence grant to completion. Delays of 3 to 6 months are common due to weather, supply-chain or permit issues. Your contract should specify a longstop completion date and the compensation you are owed for any overrun. Always check whether the building licence has already been granted before reserving.
What should I check before signing an off-plan contract?
Key due-diligence points: (1) confirm the building licence is granted, not just applied for; (2) verify all deposits are bank-guaranteed in your name; (3) check the developer's track record and financial standing; (4) review the specification sheet and what is included in the price; (5) confirm the estimated completion date and longstop clause; (6) have an independent Spanish lawyer review the contract before you sign anything.
Do I need a NIE and Spanish bank account to buy off-plan?
Yes, both are required before the final notary signing. You can reserve with a passport, but your Spanish NIE (foreigner tax number) is needed for the private purchase contract and your Spanish bank account for the staged transfers. Your lawyer can obtain your NIE with a power of attorney in 2 to 4 weeks. Open the bank account on your first trip to Spain or remotely via certain Spanish banks.
Can non-residents get a Spanish mortgage?
Yes. Spanish banks lend to non-residents at typical LTVs of 60 to 70% of the lower of purchase price or valuation (vs 80% for residents). Rates are competitive with the rest of the eurozone. You will need 6 months of bank statements, tax returns and proof of income, pre-approval takes 2 to 4 weeks.
Should I get pre-approval before viewing?
Recommended for serious buyers. A mortgage in principle confirms your budget, signals credibility to sellers and shortens completion. We can introduce you to specialist non-resident mortgage brokers familiar with the local market.
What taxes will I pay buying a property in Benahavís?
Resale property in Andalucía: ITP (transfer tax) at 7%. New-build: 10% IVA + 1.2% AJD (stamp duty). Plus notary, land registry and legal fees of roughly 1 to 2%. Budget 10 to 13% on top of the asking price for total acquisition costs.
What ongoing costs should I expect?
Annual IBI (council tax) is typically 0.4 to 1.1% of cadastral value. Community fees on apartments and gated villas range €100 to €600/month depending on amenities. Non-resident owners pay an annual income tax based on cadastral value, plus utilities and home insurance.
Are agent fees paid by the buyer or seller?
In Spain the seller pays the agent commission (typically 3 to 6% + VAT), already baked into the asking price. Buyers do not pay agent fees on resale or new-build.
Market context
How it sits in the market
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€5,243 / m²
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