Magnificent villa in Costabella

Costabella

This magnificent villa is located in Costabella, east of Marbella. Costabella is a beachside area located a couple of kilometers east from Marbella, just below el Rosario and in between Elviria and los Monteros. The area is known for its splendid beaches. It offers two great beach restaurants, Las Flores beach restaurant being probably the best known. Going closer to the beach the plots get smaller and streets get narrower. This gives the area a very intimate feel and a vibrant social community thrives in Costabella. The upper side has some very luxurious houses and the streets are wider there.

The restaurants on the beach are excellent, el Rinconcito, Copacabana and las Flores (in between Costabella and las Chapas playa) are widely recognised as good quality/price restaurants. The area of Costabella itself has a Opencor supermarket next to the Nacional 340 road. There you can also find some commercial locals with tourist shops, cafeterias and a luxurious bakery, pan de lux who offer the best bread from Luxembourg.

Costabella is a perfect area for young families as well because of its proximity to several top notch international colleges. The English International College in Ricmar is just on the other side of the N340 and so is the Alborán college. Both schools have exceptional track records and top of the bill facilities.

Sports facilities can be found in el Rosario where the el Casco tennis club is located. This tennis club has several clay courts and some hard courts. The Santa Clara golf course is just a five minute drive and the Rio Real and Santa Maria golf courses are no more than ten minutes away. A great family activity is nearby funny beach, they have karting, paragliding and more activities.

Magnificent modern villa in Costabella

When your everyday life is in the public eye, you want a completely private escape from the world. A place to relax away from the pressure, and the cameras, and the demands.

The property is newly-built to the highest standards, designed by top Marbella architect Jose Carlos Moya. It also stands out with its modern sophistication and simple elegance. It offers 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms .

The property encompasses smart home system and all the modern technology, including solar hot water and underfloor heating, heat recovery system, high efficiency heat pumps, VR air conditioning and automated control of every room, Sonos wireless sound system.

Situated in Marbella’s exclusive area of Costabella, this is certainly an architectural masterpiece and true work of art.

views bedroom — One of the bedrooms with spectacular views

The interior design features only top quality materials, first quality aluminium doors and windows, marble, oak wardrobes, natural oak floors through the whole house, top quality tiles and LED lighting.

Ground floor: The front door leads into the double-height spacious entrance hall, leading to an extensive living room with dining area and also a large open-plan kitchen, fully equipped with modern appliances. Kitchen leads on to a small hallway with separate side door to the driveway. On the beach side, from both the kitchen and the living room, big sliding doors with electric security blinds open up to a decked terrace and the heated swimming pool. A path from the pool area leads through the sand dunes directly to the beach. The beautifully landscaped private dune is offering complete privacy to the relaxing and dining areas on the terrace.

On the entrance level there is also a guest bedroom with fitted and walk-in wardrobe, and a bathroom with shower, toilet, and basin.

Pefect villa for a holiday with friends or family

This villa in Costabella built with complete comfort and relaxation in mind, a place with breath-taking views and modern spaces with one of Spain’s most exclusive post-codes.
First floor: Upstairs, on the first floor, there is the master bedroom, with two sets of wardrobes, and master bathroom with shower, wide double basin, toilet, and access to the terrace. There are further two bedrooms and one shared bathroom with shower, toilet and basin. Each of these bedrooms has direct access to the terrace facing the sea and offering amazing views to the beach.

kitchen views — Fully equipped kitchen with great sea views

It offers stylish contemporary living, houghtfully designed to squeeze every last drop of ‘wow’ from its privileged position for this villa in Costabella.
Solarium: On the rooftop, there is a fabulous open terrace with fitness equipment, a pergola, and great 360 degree views.

Basement floor: On the lower floor level, there are two further double bedrooms with natural light. There are also fitted wardrobes, a bathroom with basin, shower and toilet. The lower level also features a SPA with Jacuzzi bath, steam bath, sauna and showers; storage rooms and utility room.

This exclusive villa in Costabella has some of the best views imaginable.

Each floor has the elevator and oak staircase with glass railings

This is a super contemporary state of the art villa in Costabella. It has a minimalistic but stylish interior design and lots of light. Your first impression will be one of size and space, as no photograph can do it justice.

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Holidays in Benahavis

Benahavís is at the heart of the Costa del Sol and receives more than 300 days of sunshine per year. A classic slice of Spain that’s accessible and welcoming? Benahavís is just 7km from Puerto Banús, less than an hour’s drive from Málaga airport. It has a small population of British, Irish and Scandinavian expats that have integrated well. A destination that is both beautiful and peaceful? The road to Benahavis winds between sheer cliff face and clear drop down to the crisp and cool waters of the Guadalmina River.

Holidays in Benahavis – a gastronomic pleasure

The surroundings are evidently inspirational, for Benahavís is home to a thriving community of artisans. In addition to the art galleries and craft shops, Benahavís boasts a brilliant portfolio of restaurants. From authentic pizzerias to classy haute cuisine establishments, robust grillhouses and the ubiquitous tapas tavernas. Dining out in Benahavís is a gastronomic pleasure. It is matched only by the visceral thrill of enjoying an al fresco meal under a star-studded sky in one of Europe’s most alluring of natural patios.

There are three distinct areas of Benahavís, each featuring its own charm and character. The newer outskirts contain a number of modern apartment complexes, sports facilities, hotels and parkland; this is where an increasing number of expats are moving into and making the most of the swift access to the coast. In the heart of town is the tourist trap area – well, not so much a trap as a magnet – where most of the bars, restaurants, jewellers and galleries are to be found. The third area of the town is the old residential area, where the local Spaniards live among the undulating terrain and twisting streets; an area characterised by beautifully kept villas and townhouses, charming gardens and gorgeous views.

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Active holidays in Benahavis

When there’s so much to see, so much can be missed. Driving – such a joy along the twisting mountain roads that typify 95% of inland Costa del Sol – should be shunned when in and around Benahavís. While going by foot through the steep, tight streets of the center of town is just good common sense, there’s a more spectacular reason to forego the wheels as you leave Benahavís and head towards the coast.

A mere 200 metres along the main road is an opening. Barely marked and steeply descending, one of the village’s hidden treasures lies some 30 metres below. Huge boulders, remnants from some ancient landslide or earthquake, lie strewn along the river bed at the foot of the Guadalmina River valley. Some boulders act as a dam, creating deep and crystal clear plunge pools, while others take the form of organic diving boards. So, don your swimsuit, leave those with a fear of heights guarding the towels on the grassy verge, and literally dive into the refreshing waters below. Such a simple pleasure, enjoyed by all, at absolutely no cost. It is a great way to wake up in the morning, wind down after school or work, or simply get a great all-over tan.

Having banished the sedate image of holidays in Benahavis with that one giant leap into the abyss, the surprises just keep on coming. Hikers will enjoy the 360-degree opportunities to traipse up or down; golfers will just love the four surrounding courses (including the Monte Mayor Golf Club) and kids can run free at the Amanhavís Hotel’s sports club or the nearby Selwo Safari Park.

golf benahavis — Golf courses in Benahavis

Night activities

As something of an open-air museum, back garden and dining room rolled into one, Benahavís at dusk and through the evening offers untold pleasures. The absence of a nightclub or loud bar ensures the atmosphere remains camped in the ‘contented’ sector. There residents and tourists of all ages instead turn their attentions to fine wine, great food and good company. Besides, who needs music when the orchestral clicking of thousands of hillside crickets creates an operatic backdrop to each evening?

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Competing with the crickets is the intermittent clinking of cutlery and glass, as hundreds of al fresco diners polish off their meals bathed in candle glow and suffused with a sense of relaxed well being. The laughter of children – energized by their parents’ relaxed mood and lax bedtime curfews. It all adds to the atmosphere, as professional waiters serve, weave, chat and joke with their clientele. It’s a classic scene of continental living. Who wouldn’t want to be part of it on your holidays in Benahavis?

Benahavis is one of those lovely towns in Spain that both visitors and residents find irresistible. And that’s no surprise: the town has amazing food. You can find the highest concentration of great restaurants here. These restaurants attract thousands of people, both visitors and residents.

Even though holidays in Benahavis is very popular, it remains rather unspoiled. The narrow streets, the lovely flowers, and the gorgeous white buildings breathe that great atmosphere that the area is known for. This is why purchasing a Benahavis property would be a very good idea. It would not only allow you to enjoy the town, but it would also make for a great investment.

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Investing in Marbella

Marbella has taken the lead when it comes to property sales in Spain. Marbella is booming, and not just because of the amazing parties! Top quality properties and high interest from foreign buyers has put Marbella real estate high up the list of popular investments. However, with its property market recovering, bargain deals are becoming sparse and making the right decisions becomes harder. So, here are three things you should know before investing in Marbella.

marbella views property — Spectacular views from the properties in Marbella

Opportunities in Marbella

Although prices fluctuated in 2014 because of the growing property market, there are plenty of opportunities when it comes to Marbella real estate. You do, however, need to inform yourself in order to find them. Foreign buyers have already been picking up good deals and because of this prices have gone up over the last year. Due to the crisis, the government has also put a restraint on construction, so prime location real estate investing opportunities can be hard to come by. Investors will want to look for in-land new developments of high quality that are still going at a lower price but are expected to rise soon. Speed is key, but make sure the real estate you invest in has a real edge to it. Sustainable features are one thing that can prove an advantage.

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investing in marbella — Lovely port in Puerto Banus

Good quality for good price

In a highly competitive environment such as the Marbella real estate market, quality is more important than price. This is why some real estate prices have gone down in the region. However, luxury real estate in prime locations still hold on to their value. There is an important lesson to learn from this. The reason that the market on the Costa del Sol is recovering quicker than the rest of the country is (amongst others) because people are genuinely satisfied with the quality, size and finish of its homes. From start to finish, things that are considered luxuries in other places are common here, especially in Marbella. And that’s what keeps buyers coming, time after time. So if you’re considering investing in Marbella real estate, think about quality. Choose a property that caters to every need – whether it’s physical, financial or practical. The fact that Marbella’s real estate market is recovering only proves that there’s a large international market searching to buy.

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marbella sea promenade — Marbella lovely marble promenade. The longest marble promenade in the world.

Western Costa del Sol – the best area for investments

Marbella is popular in general, but even hot spots have got their best sides. In the case of Marbella, you’ll want to be looking westwards. Not just the west of the town and the Golden Mile stretching until Puerto Banus, but also places such as Nueva Andalucia, Benahavis, El Paraiso and Estepona, to name but a few. Besides benefitting from general plus points such as the weather and the proximity of the beach, these places offer safe gated communities, picturesque golf courses, great restaurants and bars and, more than elsewhere, top quality real estate worth investing in. On top of that, famous places nearby include the Los Flamingos Golf Resort with its 5-star hotel, the Puro Beach in Estepona, hotel Kempinski and hotel Puento Romano. All these attract people who enjoy a high quality lifestyle, which means a good market for luxury real estate.

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Buying a property in Cabopino, Marbella

Why buy Property in Cabopino?

Firstly you would buy property in Cabopino because it is unbelievably green. This is due to all the woodland and several golf courses that surround it. In the heat of summer, this refreshing backdrop adds a real touch of coolness to this rather ‘cool’ and trendy area. Then there is the famous beach 1,500m long and 25m wide. It starts at the charming Cabopino port at and finishes with the Artola dunes at the other.

These dunes protect the beach and the dunes themselves are a legally protected spot for that reason. Being new to the area you might want to make a note that the beach area around the dunes is ‘clothing optional’. Therefore if you have children with you, perhaps an area of the beach closer to the port is preferable.

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Buying property in Cabopino

The townhouses at Residencial Cabopino are south and west facing, which gives them the maximum amount of sunlight possible. The modern kitchens are fully fitted with Bosch appliances and each has a solarium with amazing views of the area’s numerous golf courses, the sea and mountains. Access to the beach is only 15-minutes on foot and the centre of Marbella is only 10km from the development. On top of all this, we’ve paid great attention to the details, such as the pretty terraces, the communal pool and security, including providing every property with a reinforced security front door. Furthermore, the basement space offers the potential for installing a home gym or further bedrooms.

Cabopino port — Lovely Cabopino yacht and boat port

The Cabopino beach life

Cabopino is famous for its natural setting, and its sand dunes.

The beach is probably one of the big reasons why people buy property in Cabopino. The coastal area has there are so many activities on offer. For example, there’s beach volleyball, football and frisbee on offer. It’s also very well located for shops, schools and restaurants in neighbouring Las Chapas or Elviria.

Indeed, one of Cabopino’s beach chiringuitos is highly recommended for being family-friendly, and that is Andy’s beach bar. It offers a variety of Spanish and internal dishes at very reasonable prices. And, when you’re looking for a restaurant that always delivers great food, then Da Bruno’s Italian restaurant near Cabopino marina is reliably excellent.

Boat lovers that buy property in Cabopino will love the tiny marina that has moorings for 169 yachts. There is also a good assortment of bars and other types of restaurants here as well.

cabopino beach — Famous Cabopino sand beaches

One of the attractions of Cabopino is that it is only a 25-minute drive to Málaga airport, making it a great location for those residents who need to travel frequently. That’s one reason this exclusive development of two and three—bedroomed townhouses with perfect location for anyone looking for a spacious home at an excellent price. Plus, they are frontline golf!

Needless to say, the villas in Cabopino are selling pretty fast. So don’t hesitate. Get in touch with us and arrange a viewing, we’re sure you’ll want to make a home here.

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Modern style villa in Nueva Andalucia

Nueva Andalucia

Nueva Andalucia is one of the Coast’s most popular residential areas. Buying a villa in Nueva Andalucia is the best investment and it is easy to see why.

Buying a villa in Nueva Andalucia, you can be sure you will have amazing sightseeing opportunities and local activities.. At the heart of Nueva Andalucia lies a bullring that is often used for concerts. It is also the hub for the Saturday market that draws residents and tourists from far and wide. North of it you’ll find Central Plaza. It is a popular meeting place filled with restaurants, bars, clothes stores, hairdressers, a gym and other businesses. This is just one of the locations in the area where you will find a hive of activity.

To the west and you’ll arrive at the Casino Marbella and the Andalucia Plaza hotel, both of them popular with residents and visitors alike. These landmarks of Nueva Andalucia are full of places to eat. They range from the healthy food concept of Terra Sana, to the traditional Italian of Regina’s and an Argentine grill appropriately called Porterhouse after its signature steak.
From here, go east to the area known as Aloha and you’ll find tapas bars and champagne bars. Nobody could claim that they can’t find anything to eat (or drink) in Nueva Andalucia.

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las brisas golf nueva andalucia — Las Brisas residential area in Nueva Andalucia

Las Brisas – aristocrat of the golf valley in Marbella

Among all the residential areas this villa in Nueva Andalucia is located in the most exclusive one – Las Brisas.

It is a highly exclusive and well-established area defined by its famous golf course, Las Brisas is positioned in the heart of Nueva Andalucía.

One of the most sought after residential parts of Marbella, the area is home to not just renowned golf clubs but also a good collection of restaurants, shops and health and racket clubs. With the beaches in front and the foothills of the coastal mountain range behind, this is a sub-tropical valley in which Las Brisas takes pride of place as the aristocrat of the Valley.

The Real Club de Golf Las Brisas is therefore not surprisingly one of the leading clubs of its kind in the country. A private club, it has a membership list that reads like a who’s who of prominent names from Madrid, Britain, Scandinavia and other regions of Europe. Members take particular pride in this club, which ranks among the best maintained in the Marbella area and features a Robert Trent Jones Sr. course, beautifully adorned with carefully selected subtropical plants and trees.

Luxury modern style villa in Nueva Andalucia

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

villa, pool, garden — Villa ground floor with garden and pool views

This 6 bedroom villa has also been recently refurbished, to create a wonderful contemporary family home. The property is in a gated community, which enjoys 24 hours security, a tennis club. It is close to Las Brisas Golf course, allowing the property to have amazing panoramic views from the roof terrace.

It has a stand-out design and offers enough space and amenities for up to 6-12 guests to share in complete comfort.

The property oversees a large open living/dining area, with more than one reception area. From there you have access to the covered terraces, through expensive large glass doors. There are 3 spacious bedrooms on this level, all of them being en-suite bathrooms. The master suite with ensuite bathroom has a special design with open dressing room. You will also have access to your own large private terrace.

As you would also expect for a villa of this size there are extensive outdoor terraces. There is also a fabulous well-kept garden that serves to show off the pool sitting in center-stage, the star of the show.

villa, bedroom — Gorgeous bedrooms at your disposal in the villa

The villa also features an independent guest apartment with 2 bedrooms. The garden area is great for entertaining. It has beautifully landscaped gardens, as well as a calming pool area, which is next to the main covered terrace. There you can also find a barbecue/outdoor kitchen area.

Its hard to take your eyes off the magnificent views through the panoramic windows when you first enter the house. However, the whole villa is warm and welcoming, with furnishings having bee meticulously chosen to fill each space with care.

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17th July 2018

Stylish villa in Benahavis

Benahavís

This village on the Costa del Sol is characterised by its mountainous surroundings with rivers crossing the stunning valleys. As a result it is easy to find a picturesque luxury home with beautiful views. Despite its inland location, Benahavis is just a short distance from the coast and beaches. The amazing position of some of the prestigious properties, for example those situated in the area of El Madroñal, ensures spectacular panoramas over the sea and countryside. The diversity of the surroundings attracts many international buyers who are also attracted by the exclusive properties which boast large private gardens and grounds. There are ten excellent golf courses, 5-star spas and sunshine for 320 days a year as well as a rich historical heritage, all of which make this a wonderful choice for those looking for a luxury home with spectacular scenery.

Where Marbella offers glamour and refinement, the area surrounding Benahavis has become the destination of choice for famous visitors, chosen by Michelle Obama for her trip to Andalucia, as well as the annual setting for charity events organised by stars like Antonio Banderas and Eva Longoria.

Marbella’s smaller sibling San Pedro is the main town serving the area, and provides a very down to earth alternative to Marbella that’s within easy striking distance. A lively little town full of Andalusian ambience, it serves the buzzing residential areas like Guadalmina and La Quinta, as well as villas in the luxury suburbs of Benahavis with exclusive addresses of Los Flamingos, El Madroñal, La Zagaleta, Los Arqueros and Atalaya.

Villa in Benahavis

This villa in Benahavis is located in the very exclusive neighbourhood of Puerto del Capitan, Benahavis. Surrounded by beautiful mountains, golf courses and views to the ocean, it is clear why the area is famous. There are several different plots of different size and orientation to choose from, when deciding on this marvellous villa in Benahavis. A striking design that uses the drama of the angle to create a unique villa to take advantage of this beautiful plot.

benahavis villa — Villa exterior from the air

Flooded with natural light, the internal spaces have a cool, contemporary chic with double height living areas to ensure an imposing ambiance. Distributed over 3 levels with a 1200 m2 plot the space is plentiful.

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Details

The ground floor comprises of a large living area with double height ceilings. It also features a beautiful working designer fireplace. This leads out onto a very large terrace with TV projector screen for entertainment. A smaller sitting room enjoying the same views over the swimming pool and down to the sea. There is also one bedroom and toilette. The living room leads to a lovely fully fitted and equipped modern kitchen, a breakfast bar and a full dining table.

The upper floor is entirely for the master suite. It has a spacious dressing room and large bathroom with south facing Jacuzzi bath and huge window. An ample private terrace finishes off this level. The semi-basement level consists of additional 2 bedrooms with 1 bathroom. A second living room has dining area and fully fitted and equipped kitchen with breakfast bar. It also has natural light and private entrance to the gardens.

The property includes a covered car space for 2 cars. This villa in Benahavis is surrounded by terraced areas. It also has a beautiful family-sized swimming pool enjoying wonderful views to the coast.

The community is gated and set just behind San Pedro town with easy access to the highway. Set in a calm area of villas and family homes.

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Health care in Spain

It’s necesarry to consider the important things about health care in Spain before making the big move to the Costa del Sol.

Health care in Spain for property owners

When you purchase a property for sale in Marbella or on the Costa del Sol and are going to be living in Spain permanently or as an expatriate coming to live in Spain from another European Member state, you are generally free from hospital and medical care expenses.

Once you present your European Health Card (EHC), you will then a general practitioner will attend you at your local health centre. With your EHC, you can obtain similar health care to that of a Spanish citizen.

Health Care centres

One of the best things about living in Marbella is for sure the health care in Spain. The National Health Service of Spain has an big network of hospitals and health centres situated all over the country.

Foreigners in Spain get free public health care in Spain as long as they contribute to the social security system. Any person who signs up to pay social security automatically becomes a member of the public health care system. They will receive a social security card (tarjeta de la seguridad social) which you have to present to your doctor upon every visit.

In addition family members also get to health care in Spain by extension. Furthermore, Spain has agreements in place with certain countries, such as the UK which permits foreign pensioners to obtain free admittance to public health care without having to participate in employment.

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hospital costa del sol — Costa del Sol Hospital, the biggest hospital on Malaga west coast.

Private health care in Spain

Care at private clinics and hospitals in Spain are either paid directly or, more often than not through a private insurance company.

The major benefit of taking out private health insurance in Spain is to avoid the long wait times to see a doctor with the public health care system. One of the main benefits of Private health care in Spain is also the fact it offers a much quicker service to patients, in addition to private rooms, express mailing of test results. One of the most popular private medical insurance carriers is Sanitas.

Medical covering

Generally, you get cover for any medical treatment if you are using the state health care program. You can’t just go and make an appointment with a specialist though, you will always need to see your GP first who will then authorise your specialist treatment.

If you have private insurance this process is generally a lot quicker.

Dentistry is not included in your Spanish health care. Even private insurance might not cover this so make sure you check before you make a dentist appointment!

Basic dentistry include such as check ups and maintenance. However, if you need any treatment, you will have to take the bill yourself.

health care spain — Health care system in Spain

Health care system in Spain

The health care system in Spain is considered to be very good, with modern and well-equipped hospitals. There are several differences in the policies of the Spanish and British health care systems. But it is fair to say in general they are pretty comparable.

However, if you are planning on living in Spain keep in mind most of the medical staff don’t speak English. Although it is possible to request a voluntary translation service when you set your appointment with the doctor.

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15th July 2018

Activities on the Costa del Sol

Go to the ports!

Visit the famous Puerto Banus in Marbella first thing to do among the activities on the Costa del Sol.

The Costa del Sol ports include Malaga, Benalmadena, Cabopino, Puerto Banus, Estepona Sotogrande and Duquesa. There are trips on catamarans, speed boats and sail boats. There is even a glass bottom boat trip from the modern port of Malaga. The Costa del Sol really does have something to keep everyone entertained.

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Active sport

The Ascari race track near Marbella

For adults looking for something more exciting among the activities on the Costa del Sol then you can try rock climbing, hiking, quad biking or you can even drive a Lotus or F1 car at Ascari Race Resort in Ronda. For those who are lucky enough to own property in Marbella there are a lot of gyms including outdoor gym groups specialising in bootcamps on the beach and by the river.

Wonderful green parks

There are a lot of beautifully maintained public parks in and around Malaga and Marbella. Two that spring to mind are Parque de la Paloma in Benalmadena and Parque de la Batería in Torremolinos. Parque de la Paloma has a boating lake and lots of grassy hills to lie on. It boasts the odd statue for children to play with dotted about and a children’s play area as well as wild rabbits, hens, peacocks and guinea pigs. There is a tower offering views along the Torremolinos coastline. There’s a boating lake, and a huge children’s play area including trampolines and flumes.

park marbella — Parque de la Constitución in Marbella

Water Activities on the Costa del Sol

When the children finish school for the summer it’s a sign that the summer is in full swing on the Costa del Sol. If you own a property in Marbella there are lots of activities to choose from to make your summer fun. Water based activities are extremely popular in these hot summer months when you need to cool off.

Castles

There is a of castles around the Costa del Sol. The Gibralfaro in Malaga overlooks the east side of the city and awards walkers amazing views by day or night. There is also a large castle in Fuengirola called Castillo de Sohail. You can visit the castle or hire it for special events such as weddings. There is a tiny castle in Benalmadena called Colomares Castle that has a fairy castle type of appearance. This area has a lot of history and there are a lot of castles and old towers to visit within a short drive of each other.

Family activities

For families there are so many unusual and diverse activities on the Costa del Sol that have been set up for the tourism industry. The Crocodile Park near Marbella is a wonderful day out for both adults and children. You can sleep in a Massai hut in Selwo Aventura Park close to the tigers and bears. You could visit Fuengirola zoo at night in the summer. Be daring and visit the Crocodile Park in Torremolinos. Why not go down to Benalmadena’s Puerto Marina to the Sealife centre to view the underwater delights from many parts of the world and then cool off with a drink in The Ice Bar. Benalmadena also boasts Tivoli World amusement park. It’s also where you can find the Selwo Marina park with dolphins, sealions and penguins. And there is also a cable car up the mountain where you can enjoy a falconry show or just enjoy the views of the coast which are just simply stunning.

What to do when it is raining

If you are a family who wants to get out of the sun for a bit of a break, there are a lot of indoor play centres. Most are not as big as the ones you might come across in the UK but they all offer a good opportunity for parents to grab a coffee while the kids wear themselves out jumping and climbing in safe and colourful areas. If you have some adventurous children you might like to take a look at Aventura Amazonia in Marbella. They have a treetop assault course with harnesses and zip lines to explore.

Beach activities on the Costa del Sol

Many beaches are becoming more and moreequipped with fun activities. It’s not uncommon to see canoes but now there are also banana boat rides, jet skis, kite surfing, motor boat hire. There is a wonderful parque Fluvial on the beach in Fuengirola. The park offers a basketball court, table tennis area, pedalo swans and a bike track with bike hire service.

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Moving to Marbella

Nowadays, Spain is still one of the most favourable destinations for people wishing to relocate abroad. In particular moving to Marbella seems to be a popular choice. People’s motive for emigrating varies enormously. Many desire for a much warmer climate, some see more opportunities abroad. Others want to provide their family a better standard of living. Some may simply be pursuing a dream property for sale in Marbella with the aim of retiring abroad.

Buying property for moving in Marbella

Buying a property for sale in Marbella and moving to Marbella isn’t a complicated step, as long as you plan your new life ahead and know how the system works. Moving to Marbella can be a success if you do your homework and prepare thoroughly.

However, a surprising number of people launch themselves into their new life with not much more than a vague idea that the ‘grass is greener’. It doesn’t matter how cosmopolitan you may well be. Always keep in mind that this is not just a couple of weeks’ holiday. Be realistic. Ask yourself the tough questions, which will, of course, differ according to your personal circumstances.

In summary the prospect of buying a property for sale in Marbella and relocating to Spain may seem at first quite overwhelming. However bear in mind thousands of people do so each year and with great success. Take our professional advice on as many areas as possible, thus ensuring you are in possession of all the applicable and relevant facts.

Moving to Marbella with children

Making the huge decision of buying a property for sale in Marbella and embarking on a new life in Spain is a major decision for anyone. Particularly those with children, especially teenagers, since they are being taken away from their natural setting, friends and school. The key to make this transition smooth and ensuring your child settles is to ensure you are aware of all the common difficulties and drawbacks which face families when relocating to Spain.

Kids Marbella — Moving with kids to Marbella

Some people who relocate do their own international removals. Some buy a caravan to tow, some buy an old van drive themselves all the way down to Marbella.

Generally, the younger your children are the more likely they are to settle in Spain.

It is understood young children adjust quickly and without difficulty to almost any change of circumstances as long as they are in a loving and secure family environment. Young children, especially pre-school years are able to grasp a new language with great ease. They have the ability to make new friends with no trouble, and they adapt smoothly to a different routine and climate.

Unfortunately older children, especially those in their teenage years are more likely to suffer with adjustment problems. Problems such as homesickness, loneliness and feelings of inadequacy particularly in the school environment. This is predominantly due to them not being fluent in the Spanish language from the beginning. Therefore it is vital from the beginning to decide whether or not to send your child to a private or international school rather than a local state school. If you can afford to send your child to a private or international school you will obviously need to do some comprehensive research and explore the different options available.

Moving your pets with you to Spain

Buying a property for sale in Marbella and relocating with your pets is another key concern form many individuals wishing to move to Spain. A pet is a member of the family, and therefore should be treated as such. Moving to Marbella with your family pet from the UK or Ireland is actually a relatively easy process. As long as all the paperwork is in order it should be easy sailing!

pets marbella — Moving with pets to Marbella

Firstly they will require a European Pet Passport (EU Pet Passport). This allows for qualifying domestic animals to freely cross the borders in Europe.

The Pet Travel Scheme (PETS) provides for qualifying domestic pets to travel to and from the UK without undergoing quarantine. This is however providing they are correctly identified and vaccinated pet animals.

With all those tips in mind, you certainly will like Marbella. Take a look at our properties to make your move easier!

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Kids in Marbella

If you want to know what you can do with kids in Marbella you have come to the right place! We ourselves have children and we had the opportunity to discover many interesting places where you can go with children. We will gladly share the information and our experience.

Marbella and the entire Costa del Sol can offer you sun, sand, delicious food and excellent weather almost every day of the year. Costa del Sol boasts a long summer period. This is why there are so many water parks here, street cafes and various outdoor activities along the entire coast are organized. That’s why there are always things to do for kids in Marbella.

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Water and amusement parks

During the warm season from June to September, you can take your children to amusement parks. These include Aqualand in Torremolinos, or the Bahia Water Park in Algeciras. If you still do not want to “wet your feet,” then you can always take your children to the Animal Park of Selwo Aventura. Like roller coasters and fun attractions? Then we recommend you to visit the Amusement Park Magic Island in Seville, this is the largest park in Andalusia.

If the list of all these ideas listed above is not suitable for you, because after all, a visit to each of these places can take a whole day, then you can have fun with your children playing mini golf in Fuengirola, or visit the Zoo in Fuengirola, also known as Fuengirola Bioparc. Smaller enjoy watching fish in the Sea Life Aquarium in the port of Benalmadena.

kids in marbella — Kids activities in Marbella

Beaches and restaurants

For those of you who do not want to go far from Marbella, then your children will be happy to go on a one-day hike to the Jolly Beach. There you can go karts, jump on trampolines, enjoy a trip in small boats and play arcade games. During these summer months, you can have a delicious lunch at the Koko Beach Restaurant, located nearby, and continue your day with water skiing or riding a banana tied to a boat. Or you can just take some bread and feed the fish in Puerto Banus, where you can stroll, watching people, viewing exclusive yachts, going to fashion boutiques or watching a new film in Gran Cinema.

If you are looking for something to do with small kids in Marbella, here there are many interesting activities for you. One of the favorite activities for most people is simply to take a picnic basket and spend your day on the beach. In the summer, people like water parks. There kids can splash in a mini pool or ride on a hill in specially designated places, far from adult children.

Babies in Marbella can attend some children’s clubs and play centers, such as the Children’s Kingdom in Estepona or Galaxia in San Pedro. Both of these children’s play centers offer fun hills, rooms with balls and other fun entertainment. And while kids will have a great time in a safe environment, parents will be able to enjoy delicious food nearby and socialize with other parents. The indoor game rooms are ideal for spending time with children in Marbella. Here, babies can easily get rid of their excessive energy.

What to do on a rainy day with kids in Marbella

When the weather on the street does not please us, the Costa del Sol immediately becomes a different place. With that people are reluctant to go to places in the open air. But do not get depressed! There are still many interesting activities for children. In addition to gaming centers located in buildings, children also like to watch cartoons and new movies from Disney’s studio in theaters.

In May 2015, Marbella also opened a new Springboard Center for people who want to feel the power of superman.

Andalusia boasts magnificent nature and beautiful views, here you have mountains and sea. You can find a fun adventure of a wide range of different activities. One of our favorite activities is having canoe ride in the Benahavis region, just a 15-minute drive from Marbella. For lovers of mountain scenery, we recommend hiking as one of our local attractions – La Concha mountain.

If you prefer relaxing at sea, then you can go water skiing, fishing, scuba diving, kite surfing, etc. Smaller kids in Marbella may want to take a yacht trip in the Gibraltar Strait, watch dolphins and whales. Everything from horseback riding, to eco-tourism, Andalucia and Costa del Sol is an amazing world for your entire family.

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