Buying a property in Marbella

Do you want to live next to the family of an Arab sheikh? Become a neighbor of Antonio Banderas and other famous stars? Feel the comfort of home and at the same time relax at the level of “luxury”? Welcome! Then we invite you to Marbella, the Spanish equivalent of Saint-Tropez. Property in Marbella is associated with exclusivity and prestige. And this is easy to explain, because the city is really unique. Here the holiday lasts 365 days a year!

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Marvelous marble promenade in Marbella

Marbella

Marbella is part of the province of Malaga (Malaga), which belongs to the southern Spanish autonomy – Andalusia. Another important attraction that brought glory to Marbella is the Costa del Sol (Sunny Beach). The symbol of the city is the mountain, called the Pearl Shell (La Concha).

Once Marbella was a fishing town, and now it is a beautiful port with luxury yachts. Now along the coast, hotels rise and private houses of those who are fortunate enough to buy real estate in Spain.

Consider taking a look at our catalog of holiday properties available in Marbella.

In the 70s the city gained fame as a prestigious resort visited by celebrities, and many of them built villas here. So why exactly Marbella? This place has a convenient location along the southern coast, far from major airports, and an excellent climate for recreation.

Therefore, many acquire villas and houses here, especially near the ​​Golden Mile area, where the residence of the Saudi Arabia sheikh is located.

Marbella is divided into a new city, impregnated with the spirit of modernity, and the old city.

From the Romans, the city received hot springs and Roman villa, the Arabs built a protective rampart and fortress that survived to this day, Christians – churches and temples.

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La Concha mountain views

The central place of the old city is the Plaza de los Naranjos, where the 15th century church is located, and the famous Alley (La Alameda) full of the statues of Salvador Dali.

Marbella offers a full spectrum of entertainment: boutiques, gourmet restaurants, concerts, people there have their holidays all year round. There are golf courses, there is a possibility to practice sailing and yachting, especially in the prestigious Puerto Banus(go ahead and read our article on the luxurious Puerto Banus)

 

No wonder this place enjoys such popularity, because this is an amazing city-holiday, where it is so good to relax.

Take a look at the list of holiday properties available in Marbella!

Real estate in Marbella – a successful investment

It is a real gem of the Spanish coast of Costa del Sol. And pearls, as you know, are not cheap. Therefore, if you do not go into details in particular, the property in Marbella is just as welcome as it is expensive. It is bought by the British, Scandinavians, Russians. In addition, spending holidays at this resort is trendy among the members of Arab royal families.

Even during the crisis, Marbella showed good results in the residential real estate market. Just as example: 1006 apartments were sold, in this city in the last quarter of 2013. With this result, Marbella was in the list of municipalities with the largest number of purchase and sale transactions and became the leader among cities with a population of more than 100 thousand people. All this only confirms the obvious: local real estate continues to be in demand among buyers.

Besides, acquisition of real estate abroad has always remained one of the most reliable and stable types of investment. And when, if not today, is it worth thinking about protecting your own money? Real estate on the coast is not only a successful investment of capital, but also brings a lot of pleasure from staying in a sunny and warm country, and can also serve as a source of additional income. Spain in this case is the most suitable option. One of the most successful solutions is the purchase of real estate in Marbella.

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Old town Marbella

The benefits of buying property in Marbella

One of the best places to relax on the coast is the south of Spain. The popularity of buying a property in Marbella is easily explained by the warm and sunny climate, perfectly combined with an amazing nature and beautiful beaches. There is always a festive atmosphere here, and the sensations of joy enhance the unusual color of Spanish life. The city of Marbella is one of the best places to buy property in southern Spain. This acquisition is a successful and profitable investition.

Only half a century ago, Marbella was just a small fishing village, full of awkward little white houses, traditional for the country’s countryside. But now it is the center of life of the southern Spanish coast. Marbella is the second largest city of the Costa del Sol, one of the most popular resort regions of the Iberian Peninsula.

Do you want to try renting a property in Marbella before buying it? If yes, go ahead and check out our catalog of holiday properties available in Marbella!

Golden Mile villa in Marbella

This spectacular Golden Mile villa is located in one of the most exclusive locations in Marbella.

The Golden Mile, one of the most luxurious residential areas in Marbella, lies to the west of the resort along the Mediterranean coast. It stretches for slightly over a mile from Puerto Banus in the west to the edge of the centre of Marbella in the east.

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Golden Mile views from the Mediterranean

The best word to describe the Golden Mile in Marbella is luxury. Here you’ll find the best hotels in Marbella and some of the resort’s most expensive properties. You will also find, lots of tropical gardens, exclusive restaurants and shops, and probably the nicest seafront promenade on the Costa del Sol.

High-end tourism in Marbella began on the Golden Mile when Prince Alfonso von Hohenlohe opened the Marbella Club Hotel in 1954. A long list of celebrities and royalty began to visit Marbella and many built or purchased property in the area around Marbella Club. These glamorous residences gave their name to the Golden Mile. Over 60 years later, the area continues to attract la crème de la crème from high society. As a result some of the world’s rich and famous have homes here.

Check out our catalog to see holiday properties available on the Golden Mile!

The main areas for your Golden Mile Villa

To the west you will find the world-famous Olivia Valere nightclub plus two popular establishments for higher education – Les Roches International School of Hotel Management and the American College of Marbella.

The eastern section between El Ancón and Marbella houses some of the most luxurious properties and hotels on the Costa del Sol. The most prestigious of the 5-star hotels in Marbella are located here: Puente Romano and Marbella Club. Both have exceptional facilities including beach clubs, spas and Mediterranean gardens. Puente Romano is also home to the renowned Puente Romano Tennis Club that hosts world-class tournaments and in the summer, concerts and events. Marina Puente Romano offers high-end frontline beach apartments in landscaped Japanese and Persian gardens.

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Lovely views from your terrace

Michelin-star holder Dani García also owns two restaurants on the Golden Mile – Dani García Restaurante and Bibo, both at Puente Romano Hotel.

The sloping terrain means that most properties on the Golden Mile have sea views. In addition, many also enjoy panoramic views of the Sierra Blanca mountain range that backs the resort to the north.

The centre of Marbella is literally a five-minute drive from the Golden Mile. The same applies to Puerto Banus. In fact, both are so near you can walk there along the pleasant seafront promenade.

Some of the best beaches in Marbella lie along the Golden Mile. They are mostly sand and can be surprisingly quiet even in high season. A succession of good beach bars and restaurants line the seafront promenade.

If you are interested and want to rent a villa on the Golden Mile, go ahead and check our list of holiday properties!

Glorious Golden Mile Beach Villa

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Have your own patio at your Golden Mile villa!

Perfect for family holidays, with all beach, sports, tennis and golfing activities at your disposal.

The main door of this Golden Mile villa leads onto a beautiful courtyard with a central fountain. The covered walkway on three sides leads to one of the guest suites. Guest cloakroom and the spacious living room with French windows will lead you out onto the covered terrace overlooking the pool, landscaped gardens and the Mediterranean. There is a separate dining room and kitchen.

With 4 beautiful bedroom suites it can comfortably accommodate up to 8 adults.

Master suite on the upper floor has en-suite bathroom and terrace. There is air conditioning in the master bedroom and there is also another small room on this level with one bad. This room can also be used as a massage room.

You will find 3 guest suites on the ground floor with 2 of them sharing  a bathroom. There is also a charming fireplace for you there.

This Golden Mile villa is  surrounded by terraced areas. It also has a beautiful family sized swimming pool enjoying wonderful views to the coast.

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Your villa on the Golden Mile

Undoubtedly one of Marbella’s most exclusive residences, the property is perfectly positioned within a 15 minute stroll from Puerto Banús Marina. It is home of the world’s superyachts, boutiques, luxury brand shops, bars and restaurants.

There are steps in the glorious garden giving you direct access to the promenade and the beach.

The villa also has daily maid service.

This is a truly unique villa that offers space and style. It is all combined with magnificent views for a truly relaxing break with friends of family.

You can make a reservation or take a look at more photos of this villa here.

Or you can find some other great villas on the Golden Mile in our catalog!