For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available6-Bed Villa for Sale in Benahavís
€8,395,000
6 beds · 6 baths · 1400 m² built · 2800 m² plot
Ref HT5513494Updated daily · Last sync 16 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Six-bedroom villa with private pool in Benahavís, Costa del Sol. Completed in 2022, this 1,400sqm residence sits on a 2,800sqm plot in the Paraíso Alto area, offering a contemporary take on Mediterranean living. The villa includes a dedicated wellness retreat with spa facilities, home automation throughout, and 400sqm of terraces that frame views of the Mediterranean and La Concha mountain.
Inside, six en-suite bedrooms occupy multiple levels, each with direct terrace access. The ground floor features open-plan living and dining areas with floor-to-ceiling glass, a professional-grade kitchen, and a wine cellar. A separate entertainment level houses a cinema room, gym, and temperature-controlled spa with sauna and treatment areas. The fully furnished interiors combine neutral stone finishes with integrated lighting systems, whilst the outdoor spaces include landscaped gardens, a heated infinity pool, and multiple lounge zones across the terraces.
The villa stands in Paraíso Alto, a gated residential enclave 4 kilometres from Puerto Banús marina. The hillside setting provides privacy whilst keeping coastal amenities within a seven-minute drive, including the beaches at Guadalmina and the championship golf courses that cluster around the Ronda road corridor. One covered parking space serves the property, with additional guest parking available within the grounds.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Private pool
- Golf view
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Sea view
- Private garden
- Solarium
- Air conditioning
- Fitted kitchen
- Furnished
- Covered parking
- Garage
- Close to golf
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Bathrooms
- 6
- Built area
- 1400 m²
- Terrace
- 400 m²
- Plot size
- 2800 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Golf view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- City
- Benahavís
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benahavís
Map shows the approximate Benahavís area. Exact address provided upon request. 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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