For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available5-Bed Villa for Sale in La Zagaleta, Benahavís
Gated community
€11,900,000
5 beds · 6 baths · 1183 m² built · 9544 m² plot
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About this property
Overview
Five-bedroom villa with sea views in La Zagaleta, Costa del Sol. This 1,183 sqm residence occupies an elevated 9,544 sqm plot, positioning living spaces to capture uninterrupted views across the Mediterranean and the surrounding mountain range. The separation from neighbouring properties delivers complete privacy across the grounds.
The ground floor opens beneath a double-height entrance hall and extends into a main living room with floor-to-ceiling glass doors that connect to a covered terrace facing the sea. The formal dining room sits adjacent to a fully equipped kitchen with breakfast area, whilst a separate wing houses a home office and games room, both with garden and sea views. Three en-suite guest bedrooms occupy this level. The first floor contains the master suite with its own terrace. A sixth bathroom serves the communal areas. Outside, the swimming pool has been designed to resemble a natural pond, surrounded by mature gardens and landscaped pathways that link multiple covered and open-air terraces across the plot.
La Zagaleta sits in the hills above the western Costa del Sol, 15 kilometres inland from Puerto Banús. The private estate operates with 24-hour security and contains two 18-hole golf courses, an equestrian centre, and a helipad. Marbella's Golden Mile lies 20 minutes by car, whilst Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 65 kilometres to the east. The villa was completed in 2004 and includes one parking space within the grounds.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Sea view
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 6
- Built area
- 1183 m²
- Plot size
- 9544 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 2
- Year built
- 2004
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Area
- La Zagaleta
- City
- Benahavís
- Postcode
- 29679
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
La Zagaleta, Benahavís
Map shows the approximate La Zagaleta, Benahavís area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in La ZagaletaBenahavísCosta del Sol.
Playa Canina Ventura del Mar
17 mindrive
La Zagaleta Country Club - La Zagaleta Course
6 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
18 mindrive
Ambulatorio de Nueva Andalucia.
18 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
14 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
67 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this villa in La Zagaleta
Can foreigners buy property in La Zagaleta?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in La Zagaleta. 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 Zagaleta?
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.
