New development · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
VILLA ISOLA
€3,180,000 to €6,870,000
4 to 6 beds · 348 m² built · Est. completion Q1 2028
Ref HT5241766Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
VILLA ISOLA is in Benahavís.
About this property
Overview
Villa Isola is a six-bedroom house on a plot of 4,762 square metres within the Montemayor community in Benahavís. The built area covers 1,050 square metres, with 788 square metres of terraces. Six bathrooms serve the six bedrooms, and the layout connects the main living spaces directly to outdoor areas through full-height glazing. The villa faces north and east, which keeps the interiors cooler in summer but means direct sunlight is limited to morning hours. The plot size gives you space for a private pool and garden without overlooking from neighbouring homes.
The house sits on the hillside above the AP-7 motorway, far enough from the road to avoid traffic noise but still close to the towns along the coast. You are 18 minutes by car from Mercadona, which is the nearest supermarket for weekly shopping. Gibraltar Airport is 65 minutes away. The immediate surroundings are hillside terrain with views over the countryside, golf courses and the sea. You are close to forest trails and golf courses, but everything else requires a car. There is no walking to cafes or restaurants from here.
This is a home for buyers who want a large private plot in the mountains, with security and quiet, and who are comfortable driving for all errands. The size works for extended families or for buyers who need separate guest accommodation. The north and east orientation means the house stays cooler, but west-facing terraces would give you afternoon and evening sun, which this does not. The scale of the villa and the plot means maintenance and running costs are considerable, and the hillside location is isolated if you prefer being within walking distance of shops and services.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Private garden
- Parking
- Sea view
Property details
Specifications
- Reference
- HT5241766
- Property type
- Villa
- Bedrooms
- 4 to 6
- Bathrooms
- 4.5 to 6
- Built area
- 348 m²
- Terrace
- 788 m²
- Plot size
- 4,762 m²
- Price range
- €3,180,000 to €6,870,000
- Est. completion
- Q1 2028
- Pool
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
- Garage
- 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 Isola sits above the AP-7, towards the mountains in Benahavís. This hillside position keeps you away from main road noise while staying close to essential services. Mercadona supermarket is 18 minutes away by car. Gibraltar Airport is a 65 minute drive, making it practical for regular travel. The location works well for buyers who want mountain views and peace, without being isolated from town amenities.
18 questions answered
VILLA ISOLA: Frequently Asked Questions
How far is the beach from Villa Isola?
Playa del Saladillo is 6.6 kilometres away, about 19 minutes by car. The hillside location in Benahavís means you cannot walk to the beach. Every trip to the coast requires a car, which suits buyers who value mountain privacy over beachfront proximity.
What are the views from the property?
You get sea, mountain, golf, country and pool views from the villa. The north and east orientation delivers those views in the morning, when the sun reaches the terraces. Panoramic sightlines come from the elevated hillside position above the AP-7 motorway.
Does Villa Isola have a private pool and garden?
Yes. The plot of 4,762 square metres gives you space for a private pool and garden, both of which you maintain yourself. That scale of outdoor space means higher upkeep than a townhouse with communal facilities, but you have no shared amenity rules and no neighbours overlooking the pool.
What is within walking distance?
Nothing. You are close to forest trails and golf courses, but shops, restaurants and services all require a car. The nearest supermarket is 18 minutes by car. This location suits buyers who drive everywhere and want the quiet and space of the countryside over walkable streets.
How far is Gibraltar Airport from Benahavís?
Gibraltar Airport is 47 kilometres away, about 65 minutes by car. That journey time makes lock-up-and-leave use practical, but you will always need to allow over an hour each way. Málaga Airport is the alternative, though the facts here cover Gibraltar only.
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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€9,138 / m²
€9,138 × 348 m² = €3,180,000 asking · entry unit
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