For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available5-Bed Villa in El Madroñal, Benahavís
Residential complexEl MadroñalGated community
€8,295,000
5 beds · 5.5 baths · 825 m² built · 5000 m² plot
Ref HT5517718Updated daily · Last sync 22 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Five-bedroom villa with private pool in Benahavís, Costa del Sol. Built into the hillside in 2023, the property uses the natural rock face as a thermal buffer, keeping interiors naturally cool during summer months without excessive air conditioning.
The 825sqm interior opens with a double-height reception hall beneath ultra-high ceilings, leading to formal and informal living areas anchored by a fireplace in rare blue Brazilian stone. A mezzanine library overlooks the main living space. Five en-suite bedrooms each include dedicated bathroom facilities, with an additional guest cloakroom bringing the total to 5.5 bathrooms. The 423sqm terrace wraps around the main living level, connecting to a private swimming pool. The 5,000sqm plot provides substantial outdoor space beyond the immediate pool and terrace areas, with one covered parking space included.
The villa sits within El Madroñal, a gated and guarded residential enclave on the hillside above Benahavís village. The development maintains 24-hour security at its entrance gates. Benahavís centre, known for its concentration of restaurants in the pueblo blanco, lies approximately 10 minutes by car down the winding access road.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 5.5
- Built area
- 825 m²
- Terrace
- 423 m²
- Plot size
- 5000 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Complex
- El Madroñal
- City
- Benahavís
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benahavís
Residential complexEl MadroñalMap shows the El Madroñal complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in BenahavísCosta del Sol.
9 questions answered
Buying this villa in Benahavís
Can foreigners buy property in Benahavís?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Benahavís. 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 Benahavís?
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.
