For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available6-Bed Villa in Los Flamingos Resort, Benahavís
Residential complexLos Flamingos ResortGated community
€5,995,000
6 beds · 6 baths · 757 m² built · 1978 m² plot
Ref HT5511442Updated daily · Last sync 16 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Six-bedroom villa with private pool in Benahavís, Costa del Sol. Built in 2018 across a substantial 1,978sqm plot, this property occupies an elevated position within a gated resort setting. The villa spans 757sqm of built space across multiple levels connected by a lift, with 146sqm of terrace wrapping around the exterior to frame views of the coastline and Sierra Blanca mountains.
Inside, six bedroom suites each include a private bathroom, whilst the ground floor opens directly onto outdoor living areas. The layout provides separation between social and private zones, with generous ceiling heights and floor-to-ceiling glass in the principal rooms. A wine cellar sits below ground level. The terraces extend the full width of the villa, creating covered and open-air zones for dining and lounging. The private pool measures approximately 12 metres in length and sits within landscaped gardens that buffer the property from neighbouring plots. One covered parking space is included.
The villa sits within Los Flamingos Resort, a 24-hour gated community in the hills above the coast. Los Flamingos Golf Club runs immediately adjacent to the resort, with three championship courses designed by Antonio Garrido. The AP-7 motorway lies 4 kilometres north, connecting to Marbella in 15 minutes and Estepona in 10. Puerto Banús marina sits 8 kilometres east along the coastal road. The resort's security infrastructure includes perimeter fencing, controlled access points, and roving patrols throughout the grounds.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Bathrooms
- 6
- Built area
- 757 m²
- Terrace
- 146 m²
- Plot size
- 1978 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Complex
- Los Flamingos Resort
- City
- Benahavís
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benahavís
Map shows the approximate Benahavís area. The exact position of Los Flamingos Resort is not published. This property is in BenahavísCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
19 mindrive
La Zagaleta Country Club - La Zagaleta Course
23 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
17 mindrive
Ambulatorio de Nueva Andalucia.
19 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
67 mindrive
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.
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