For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available€19,880,000
8 beds · 9 baths · 1696 m² built · 1963 m² plot
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About this property
Eight-bedroom villa with sea views in Benahavis, Benahavis, Costa del Sol. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame panoramic vistas across the Mediterranean from this 1,696sqm residence, where the glass extends across the main living spaces to pull light and view into every corner of the ground floor.
The entrance level holds an open-plan living area with a fireplace dividing the lounge from the dining room and kitchen, which connects directly to an outdoor kitchen for uninterrupted indoor-outdoor cooking. Two guest bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms occupy this floor, whilst the first floor contains three further bedroom suites. The master suite spans its own level with a private terrace and sea-facing aspect. A lower ground floor adds two additional bedrooms, a cinema room, a gym, and a spa area with treatment space. The 1,963sqm plot includes a swimming pool and terraces on multiple levels, with covered and open sections following the south-to-west orientation. One parking space is included, with room on the driveway for additional vehicles.
Casa Orquidea sits at the highest point of Herrojo Alto, a gated community with 24-hour security, shared gym facilities, and spa access for residents. La Quinta Golf & Country Club lies 2.5 kilometres down the hillside, with San Pedro de Alcántara and its beaches a 12-minute drive to the south. The villa was completed in 2025 and comes fully furnished with contemporary pieces selected for the interiors, plus integrated home automation controlling lighting, climate, and security systems throughout the eight bedroom suites.
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Map shows the Herrojo Alto complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in BenahavísCosta del Sol.
9 questions answered
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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€11,722 / m²
€11,722 × 1696 m² = €19,880,000 asking
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