For sale · Costa del Sol · Sotogrande
Available4-Bed Penthouse in Valgrande, Sotogrande
Residential complexValgrandeGated community
€1,490,000
4 beds · 5 baths · 500 m² built
Ref HT5499361Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Four-bedroom penthouse with private pool in Sotogrande Alto, Costa del Sol. This 500-square-metre duplex occupies the highest point of its development, ensuring complete privacy with no neighbouring properties overlooking the terraces or living spaces.
The accommodation comprises four en-suite bedrooms plus a guest cloakroom across two levels, with underfloor heating and central air conditioning throughout. The ground level opens onto generous covered and uncovered terraces totalling approximately 200 square metres, offering multiple zones for outdoor dining and relaxation. A fully fitted kitchen includes a separate breakfast patio, while a large storage room provides additional utility space. The southeast and east orientation delivers natural light through the principal rooms from morning through afternoon, and the terraces capture sun throughout the day.
The property sits within Valgrande, a gated complex with communal pool, gym, spa facilities, landscaped gardens, 24-hour security, and padel courts. Sotogrande Alto places residents 5 minutes from Valderrama Golf Club and 10 minutes from Sotogrande Marina, with its collection of waterfront restaurants and berths. The penthouse includes one parking space and comes part-furnished.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse duplex
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 5
- Built area
- 500 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Orientation
- southeast, east
- Complex
- Valgrande
- Area
- Sotogrande Alto
- City
- Sotogrande
- Province
- Cádiz
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Sotogrande Alto, Sotogrande
Residential complexValgrandeMap shows the Valgrande complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in Sotogrande AltoSotograndeCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
9 mindrive
Club de Golf Valderrama
3 mindrive
Puerto de Sotogrande
12 mindrive
Sotogrande International School San Roque Campus
7 mindrive
Instituto de Educación Secundaria Sierra Almenara
6 mindrive
Lidl
6 mindrive
Hospital
7 mindrive
Farmacia Sotogrande
6 mindrive
Galerías Comerciales Andalucía
17 mindrive
San Roque
13 mindrive
Gibraltar Airport (GIB)
26 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Sotogrande Alto
Can foreigners buy property in Sotogrande Alto?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Sotogrande Alto. 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 Sotogrande Alto?
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.
