For sale · Costa del Sol · Marbella
Available10-Bed Villa in Atalaya Río Verde, Marbella
Residential complexAtalaya Río Verde
€12,000,000
10 beds · 10 baths · 1290 m² built · 3272 m² plot
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About this property
Overview
10-bedroom villa with private pool in Nueva Andalucía, Costa del Sol. This substantial Andalusian estate occupies 3,272sqm of gated grounds in the beachside enclave of Atalaya Río Verde, offering the scale and seclusion that large families or multi-generational buyers require. The property's proximity to Puerto Banús places you within walking distance of the marina's restaurants and boutiques whilst maintaining complete privacy behind secure gates.
The villa provides 1,290sqm of built space across 10 bedroom suites, each with its own bathroom. The master suite alone measures 125sqm, offering dressing areas and private terrace access. Reception rooms flow across the ground floor, connecting formal dining and sitting areas with direct access to covered terraces. The kitchen is fully equipped and opens to outdoor dining spaces. Outside, the private pool sits within mature gardens that include established palms and shaded seating zones. One covered parking space is included.
The property sits within the Atalaya Río Verde complex, which provides communal gardens and 24-hour security. Puerto Banús marina lies 1.2 kilometres to the south, reachable on foot in 15 minutes along the beachside promenade. Marbella's Golden Mile begins just beyond the complex gates, connecting you to the town centre in an eight-minute drive. The villa was built in 1975 and comes fully furnished, retaining traditional Andalusian architectural features including terracotta floors and exposed wooden beams throughout the principal rooms.
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Features
What this home includes
- Private pool
- Private garden
- Air conditioning
- Furnished
- Storage room
- Private parking
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Near public transport
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 10
- Bathrooms
- 10
- Built area
- 1290 m²
- Plot size
- 3272 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Energy rating
- C
- Complex
- Atalaya Río Verde
- Area
- Atalaya Río Verde
- City
- Marbella
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Atalaya Río Verde, Marbella
Residential complexAtalaya Río VerdeMap shows the Atalaya Río Verde complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in Atalaya Río VerdeMarbellaCosta del Sol.
Playa Canina Ventura del Mar
8 mindrive
Real Club de Golf Las Brisas
4 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
5 mindrive
Aloha College
4 mindrive
Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria José Banús
7 mindrive
Supercor
5 minwalk
Carrefour
7 mindrive
Mercadona
8 minwalk
Hospital
3 mindrive
Farmacia Aloha
8 minwalk
Centro Comercial Marina Banús
3 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
7 mindrive
12 restaurants & bars
within 12 minwalk
Málaga Airport (AGP)
55 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this villa in Atalaya Río Verde
Can foreigners buy property in Atalaya Rio Verde?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Atalaya Rio Verde. You will need a Spanish NIE (foreigner tax number) before signing the title deed, plus a Spanish bank account for the transfer. The full purchase typically completes 6 to 10 weeks from signing the reservation contract.
What is an NIE and how do I get one?
The NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero) is your Spanish tax ID and is mandatory for buying property, opening a bank account or paying taxes. You can apply at a Spanish consulate in your home country or in person in Spain. Your lawyer can also obtain it on your behalf with a power of attorney, typically 2 to 4 weeks.
Do I need a Spanish lawyer?
Strongly recommended. An independent lawyer (abogado), separate from the agent and seller, verifies title, checks for debts and planning issues, drafts contracts and represents you at the notary. Typical fee is 1% of the purchase price plus VAT, with a minimum around €1,500.
How long does completion take?
From accepted offer to keys: 6 to 10 weeks for a resale, 30 to 45 days from reservation if no mortgage is needed. New-build off-plan completes when the development is delivered, often 18 to 36 months after reservation, with staged payments along the way.
What taxes will I pay buying a property in Atalaya Rio Verde?
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.
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.
