2 properties for sale in Golf GardensAvg €5,522/sqmUpdated daily · Last sync 22 Oct 2026
Explore the Río Real area guide.
Golf Gardens is a gated community in Rio Real, Marbella, on the Costa del Sol. This established development offers apartments within landscaped grounds, combining coastal living with easy access to golf courses and the amenities of Marbella town.
Rio Real sits between the beach and the hills, close to the port and a short distance from local schools and public transport links.
Most homes enjoy communal heated pools and extensive gardens designed for low upkeep. Covered and private terraces extend the living space, and sea, mountain, panoramic, garden and pool views are widespread across the development. Underground parking with garage and covered spaces is standard, along with storage rooms and lifts in the buildings. Interiors feature air conditioning with both heating and cooling, central heating, double glazing and utility rooms. Many apartments include ensuite bathrooms, basement storage, fibre optic internet, satellite TV and WiFi connectivity. Security provisions include gated access, entry phones, alarm systems, electric blinds and safes. The community is also designed with access for people with reduced mobility, and barbecue areas are available within the grounds.
Golf Gardens appeals to buyers who want secure year-round living or a holiday home near Marbella's beaches and golf courses. Families value the proximity to schools and the low-maintenance gardens, while golfers appreciate the location in Rio Real. The heated pool, covered terraces and comprehensive climate control suit both seasonal visitors and permanent residents seeking comfort on the Costa del Sol.
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Golf Gardens sits above the AP-7, towards the mountains in Río Real. The beach is just 5 minutes away by car. Málaga Airport is a 52-minute drive, making it convenient for regular travel. You'll find Aldi supermarket within a 7-minute drive for daily shopping, and Marina Marbella is 8 minutes away if you enjoy waterfront dining or boat access. Marbella town centre takes 11 minutes to reach by car. Golfers have Greenlife Golf Marbella at 14 minutes, while families can choose between Instituto de Educación Secundaria Victoria Kent for Spanish education or English International College for international schooling. This location works well for families who want mountain-side living with easy access to the coast, golf, and all the amenities Marbella offers.
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Yes, Golf Gardens in Río Real is gated with controlled access. Entry is managed so only residents and their guests come through, which suits both permanent living and homes left empty for part of the year. Security is a standing feature of the community rather than something added on.
Golf Gardens sits in Río Real, an area on the Costa del Sol known for its golf. If you play, having courses close by means less driving to reach the tee. If you do not, the payoff is the green, open surroundings that come with a golf setting rather than a dense built-up street.
Residents share a pool and landscaped gardens, both maintained by the community. The gardens are planned for low upkeep, so you are not carrying the work yourself. Shared upkeep is funded through community fees, which is worth confirming for any home you view.
It works for families, year-round residents and owners who want a lock up and leave home near Marbella. The gated access and shared maintenance mean a property can sit closed for stretches without much worry, while the pool and gardens serve those who live here full time.
Río Real lies between the beach and the hills on the Costa del Sol, close to Marbella town. That gives you a calmer position than the town centre while keeping shops, services and the coast within reach. The gardens and open grounds make it feel more residential than a seafront block.
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