Benahavis is small traditional mountain village which was once described as being “as close to paradise as you can get” by a UK holiday programme. Therefore, it is no surprise that Benahavís property is considered to be amongst the most sought-after real estate on the Costa del Sol and indeed Spain.
Surrounded by cork and pine forests and crossed by three rivers, the Guadalmina River, Guadaiza, and Guadalmansa. It not only rich in natural beauty, it is also the richest area in Andalucia per capita, due to the ultra-private La Zagaleta Resort and Country Club, one of the most exclusive residential and golf resorts in Europe.
Located just 10 minutes’ drive inland, together with neighbouring Marbella and Estepona, Benahavís (due to the presence of the aforementioned La Zagaleta) forms part of an area referred to as the Golden Triangle, due the concentration of luxury properties and the equally high demand. It also has the accolade having the most expensive street (El Coto La Zagaleta) in the whole of Spain, where villas for sale achieve an average price of 7,043,750€ (Idealista.com).
Properties in the centre of the village tend to be more traditional properties with bags of character. The village has grown considerably in recent years, there are a number of recent new developments in Benahavís located on the outskirts, yet it still retains its natural charm. It is in these outskirts, that you’ll find a good selectin of contemporary luxury villas and Benahavís townhouses for sale and high-quality apartments for sale.
The traditional village centre is laid out in a typical Moorish style with charming narrow cobbled streets with rows of white washed houses, small shops and restaurants and bars. There are so many eateries, that the village is affectionately dubbed the ‘dining room of Andalucía’. The village also has the charming Amanhavis boutique hotel, there is a resident silversmith and artist David Marshall and a colourful weekly market.
Benahavis is located slightly inland yet it is easily accessible via the main coast road and motorway on spanning the Costa del Sol, just 20kms from Marbella, 13kms from Puerto Banús and 22kms from Estepona and just 45kms from Mâlaga international airport.
Benahavis offers many opportunities for enjoying healthy outdoor pursuits and sports, including walking trails and climbing in the nearby gorge. The village is equipped with a gym, football pitch, swimming pool, tennis and paddle courts. The close proximity to the beach (10 minutes’ drive) offers access to every type of water sport, including stand up paddleboarding, jet skiing, swimming, sailing and much more.
Benahavís is ideal for golfers, offering a superb choice of world-class golf courses within the local vicinity catering for all types of players, from beginners to professionals:
Benahavís property is also popular with families, as the area has two excellent schools (nursery and juniors) and for older children free coaches provided by the local council to take children to nearby schools in Cancelada and San Pedro de Alcantara. There is also the option of opting for one of the excellent international schools in the local vicinity. The area is also blessed with fantastic health facilities, including state health care options and multiple private doctors, clinics and hospitals in the area, including a new hospital in Estepona.
If you would like assistance finding the perfect property for sale in Benahavís, whether you prefer apartments or penthouses or you want access to the best villas for sale, contact Marbella Beachfront’s property experts.
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