New development · Costa del Sol · Casares
Tailor Made Villa in Casares
From €2,495,000
5 beds · 458 m² built
Ref HT5195131Updated daily · Last sync 26 October 2026
Tailor Made Villa in Casares is in Casares Playa, Casares.
About this property
Overview
A five-bedroom detached villa on a 983-square-metre plot in Casares Playa, with 458 square metres of built space spread across three levels. The upper floor holds three bedrooms, the ground floor two more, and the basement is a raw shell you fit out as you choose. The four bathrooms serve the five bedrooms, and the layout is open-plan downstairs with floor-to-ceiling windows that run the width of the living space. The villa sits close enough to walk to the beach in eleven minutes, and you can drive to Gibraltar in 42 minutes, which matters if you fly in and out regularly from the UK.
The plot is large enough for a private pool and a garden that does not feel squeezed around the house. You are on the coastal side of the motorway, so the beach is closer than the nearest town. Estepona is 17 minutes away by car for supermarkets and restaurants, and the marina at La Duquesa is nine minutes if you keep a boat. Golf Academy Albayt Resort is eight minutes away, and Finca Cortesin is within reach. The setting is quiet but not isolated: shops and services are close, and Colegio San Luis de Sabinillas is a seven-minute drive, which makes this practical for families who need a school run.
The design is contemporary, with large windows that let in more light than older villas on the coast. The basement is unfinished, which means extra cost and work but also the chance to add a cinema, gym or wine cellar without reworking someone else's layout. The plot size and the distance from neighbours give you privacy, but the villa is not gated and you are responsible for your own security. This suits buyers who want a detached home they can shape themselves, and who value being able to walk to the beach more than being in the centre of a town.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Private garden
- Parking
Property details
Specifications
- Reference
- HT5195131
- Property type
- Villa
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Built area
- 458 m²
- Plot size
- 983 m²
- Price range
- €2,495,000
- Pool
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
- Garage
- Yes
- Area
- Casares Playa
- City
- Casares
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
What's Nearby
Location
Casares Playa, Casares
Location shown is the development site. This development is in Casares PlayaCasares.
This development sits on the sea side of the AP-7, putting you between the motorway and the Mediterranean coast. The nearest beach is just 882 metres away, an 11-minute walk or 4-minute drive. Gibraltar Airport is 42 minutes away by car, making it practical for regular travel. You have Golf Academy Albayt Resort 8 minutes away, and Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa marina is a 9-minute drive for boat access. Estepona town centre with its restaurants and shops is 17 minutes away. This location works well for families wanting beach access with good schools nearby, and for golfers who want a second home they can reach quickly from the UK.
18 questions answered
Tailor Made Villa in Casares: Frequently Asked Questions
How far is the beach and can you walk there?
The nearest beach in Casares Playa is 0.9 kilometres away, which takes about eleven minutes on foot. The villa sits on the coastal side of the motorway, so you reach the sea before you reach the nearest town. That walking distance makes this practical for daily beach use without needing the car every time.
What is the basement and what can you do with it?
The basement is an unfinished shell included in the 458 square metres of built space. You fit it out yourself, which adds cost and time but lets you add a cinema, gym, wine cellar or extra bedrooms without working around an existing layout. The size and the blank canvas suit buyers who want to shape the lowest floor to match how they use the house.
Is there a private pool or do you share one?
The 983-square-metre plot is large enough for a private pool and garden without feeling cramped around the house. You are responsible for maintaining both, but you do not share the outdoor space or coordinate pool times with neighbours. The privacy and the size of the plot are part of what you pay for in a detached villa on the Costa del Sol.
What is nearby for families with children?
Colegio San Luis de Sabinillas is a seven-minute drive, and Hospital de Alta Resolución de Estepona is ten minutes away by car. Shops are close enough that you do not need to drive into Estepona for every errand, and the beach is an eleven-minute walk. The layout and the plot size work for families, but you need a car for the school run and most services.
How far is the airport and does that suit regular trips?
Gibraltar Airport is 29 kilometres away, about 42 minutes by car. That makes this practical for buyers who fly in and out regularly from the UK, and who want a lock-up-and-leave villa they can reach the same evening they land. Málaga Airport is further but serves more routes if Gibraltar does not fit your schedule.
How does buying off-plan work in Spain?
Buying off-plan in Casares Playa 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 Casares Playa?
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.
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