For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available3-Bed Penthouse in El Campanario Resort, Estepona
Residential complexEl Campanario ResortGated community
€800,000
3 beds · 3 baths · 225 m² built
Ref HT3837871Updated daily · Last sync 10 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom penthouse with sea views in Atalaya, Costa del Sol. This duplex spans two floors across 225 square metres of interior space, complemented by 128 square metres of private terracing that captures south and south-west light throughout the day. The elevated position delivers uninterrupted views across the Mediterranean, surrounding mountains, and manicured resort gardens below.
The ground floor opens to a living and dining area with direct terrace access, alongside two guest bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom, and a separate kitchen. Upstairs, the master suite occupies the entire second level, featuring a dressing room and access to a sprawling rooftop terrace equipped with an outdoor kitchen, built-in barbecue, and Jacuzzi. The property has undergone comprehensive renovation, including new air conditioning systems, replacement windows, updated bathrooms, and a refitted kitchen. Part-furnished, the penthouse includes one underground parking space and a storage room.
El Campanario Resort sits 4 kilometres west of Puerto Banús, surrounded by an 18-hole golf course that wraps around the gated community. Residents access a spa, tennis courts, fitness centre, and multiple swimming pools within the landscaped grounds. The resort's position in Atalaya places it midway between Marbella and Estepona, with the beachfront 1.5 kilometres south via a quiet residential road. The rooftop terrace's outdoor kitchen connects to a dedicated dining area beneath a permanent pergola structure.
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Features
What this home includes
- Countryside view
- Golf view
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Barbecue
- Solarium
- Air conditioning
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Close to golf
- Frontline golf
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 225 m²
- Terrace
- 128 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Golf view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South, South West
- Complex
- El Campanario Resort
- Area
- Atalaya
- City
- Estepona
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Atalaya, Estepona
Map shows the approximate Atalaya, Estepona area. The exact position of El Campanario Resort is not published. This property is in AtalayaEsteponaCosta del Sol.
Playa Isdabe
5 mindrive
El Campanario Golf Course
5 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
9 mindrive
HC Marbella International Hospital
7 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
7 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
60 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Atalaya
Can foreigners buy property in Atalaya?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Atalaya. 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?
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.
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