New development · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Villa Marvel
From €4,250,000
3 beds · 569 m² built
Ref HT5423314Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
Villa Marvel is in Benahavís.
About this property
Overview
Villa Marvel is a single detached villa in Benahavís, a hillside municipality inland from the coast that sits between Marbella and Estepona. The setting is quiet and the views typically reach across forested hills to the sea, but this is not a place where you walk to anything. The village of Benahavís itself is five minutes by car and has a weekly market and a dozen restaurants. The coast is a fifteen-minute drive down a winding road.
The villa covers 569 square metres over two or three storeys and has three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a separate guest apartment. That total size means rooms are large and circulation space generous, with a gym and sauna forming part of the layout. The floor plan is built around open living spaces that connect to outdoor terraces, and large glazed openings are used to bring in natural light and frame the hillside views. Interior finishes are modern and the exterior is contemporary rendered white, typical of recent villas across this part of the municipality.
Benahavís has no through traffic and the roads that serve it are steep and narrow. Isolation suits some buyers and frustrates others. If you want a large house with privacy and mountain views, the location works. If you want to walk to a cafe or reach the beach in ten minutes, it does not. The villa sits within a gated and secure development, which adds a further layer of separation from the wider area.
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Property details
Specifications
- Reference
- HT5423314
- Property type
- Villa
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 569 m²
- Price range
- €4,250,000
- City
- Benahavís
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benahavís
Map shows the approximate Benahavís area. Exact address provided upon request. This development is in Benahavís.
18 questions answered
Villa Marvel: Frequently Asked Questions
How large is the property and how is the space laid out?
The villa covers 569 square metres over two or three storeys, which allows for generous room sizes and wide hallways. A separate guest apartment is included in that total, along with a gym and sauna. The layout centres on open-plan living areas that connect directly to outdoor terraces through large glazed openings.
What does a gated development in Benahavís offer?
The villa sits within a gated and secure development, which adds controlled access and privacy to a location that is already quiet and set back from through traffic. The municipality as a whole is hillside and residential, so the gate reinforces separation rather than creating it. This suits buyers looking for seclusion but may feel too remote if you prefer a neighbourhood with passing life.
Does this work as a year-round home or a holiday property?
The size and the inclusion of a gym, sauna and guest apartment suggest year-round living rather than occasional use. Benahavís has no walkable amenities from this villa and the coast is a fifteen-minute drive, so the location suits buyers who want space and privacy over convenience. A holiday home here would mean every trip out needs a car.
What are the views like from the villa?
The hillside setting in Benahavís typically delivers views across forested hills to the sea, and the villa uses large glazed openings to frame those sightlines from the living spaces and terraces. The municipality sits between Marbella and Estepona, so the orientation is usually south or southwest. Mature trees on the surrounding slopes mean the outlook remains green rather than built up.
Is the villa suitable for letting to holidaymakers?
The three-bedroom layout and separate guest apartment could work for larger family bookings, and the gym, sauna and terraces add features that renters expect at this size. The location works against it. Benahavís is a fifteen-minute drive from the coast and nothing is within walking distance, so guests wanting beach access or restaurant choice would need a car for every outing.
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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€7,469 / m²
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