For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available3-Bed Penthouse in Le Caprice, Benahavís
Residential complexLe CapriceGated community
€1,295,000€1,370,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 155 m² built
Price reduced
Ref HT5209375Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom penthouse with sea views in La Quinta, Costa del Sol. This duplex occupies both ground and top floors of Le Caprice, delivering 155 square metres of living space and a 119-square-metre west-facing terrace that frames uninterrupted views across the Mediterranean, La Quinta Golf Course, and the Sierra Blanca mountains.
The ground floor opens to an expansive living area with floor-to-ceiling glass that connects directly to the terrace. The kitchen features integrated appliances and a separate utility room. Two guest bedrooms share a bathroom on this level, while the master suite occupies the upper floor with an en-suite bathroom and private terrace access. The property includes one parking space and benefits from the 2018 build quality, requiring no updating.
Le Caprice sits within the gated La Quinta Golf Resort, a 27-hole course that wraps around the complex and places residents within Marbella's Golden Triangle. The urbanisation provides two communal pools, landscaped gardens, and 24-hour security. Puerto Banús lies 10 minutes by car, while San Pedro de Alcántara and its beaches are seven minutes away.
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Features
What this home includes
- Golf view
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Sea view
- Solarium
- Air conditioning
- Underfloor heating
- Double glazing
- Fitted wardrobes
- Open-plan kitchen
- Storage room
- Close to golf
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse duplex
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 155 m²
- Terrace
- 119 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Golf view
- Yes
- Orientation
- West
- Energy rating
- C
- Complex
- Le Caprice
- Area
- La Quinta
- City
- Benahavís
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
La Quinta, Benahavís
Map shows the approximate La Quinta, Benahavís area. The exact position of Le Caprice is not published. This property is in La QuintaBenahavísCosta del Sol.
Playa Canina Ventura del Mar
11 mindrive
El Higueral Golf
9 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
11 mindrive
Ambulatorio de Nueva Andalucia.
10 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
7 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
60 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in La Quinta
Can foreigners buy property in La Quinta?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in La Quinta. 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 La Quinta?
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.
