Penthouse Duplex in Benalmadena

We are pleased to present this impressive villa, ideally situated on the top of the hill in a highly sought-after urbanisation. Set on a generous 965m² plot with approximately 600m² of built space, this property offers both scale and comfort in a stunning setting.

The villa welcomes you with an inviting entrance hall, leading into a spacious kitchen fitted with wooden base and wall units, integrated appliances, and a convenient breakfast area.

The heart of the home is a large, bright, and airy open-plan lounge and dining area, complete with a real fireplace. Multiple windows and patio doors flood the space with natural light and open onto a spectacular terrace boasting breath-taking views.

The terrace is partly covered and equipped with toldos, making it ideal for year-round use and perfect for al fresco dining and entertaining.

On this main level, you will also find three generous double bedrooms, all featuring fitted wardrobes and direct access to the terrace, allowing each room to enjoy the same stunning outlook. The master bedroom benefits from an en-suite shower room with a corner walk-in shower. Two additional bathrooms are also located on this floor—one with a walk-in shower and the other with a large corner bathtub.

The lower level offers excellent versatility, featuring a second lounge and a fully equipped kitchen. This space is wonderfully bright, with ample windows and direct access to a lower terrace via patio doors. There are also two further bedrooms and a bathroom fitted with a double vanity unit and a jacuzzi bath.

Additional patio doors lead to a private courtyard and a further room, currently used as a sixth bedroom.

Externally, the property continues to impress with a private swimming pool, a garage, and an additional room above the garage, presently used as a home gym.

Please note that access to the property from street level involves several stairs.

Expenses and taxes not included in the price. The purchase entails taxes and formalization costs for the buyer. As a guideline, it is reported that in second transfers the ITP in general in Andalusia is 7%, and there may be other tax rates depending on the personal circumstances of the buyer or other circumstances provided for by law. Taxable base of the tax is the higher of the purchase price, the appraisal or the cadastral reference value. As for the notary and registry expenses, if applicable, they usually range approx; between 1.5% and 3% (variable tariffs depending on price, number of copies and complexity). The buyer chooses a notary. If the buyer needs a mortgage: appraisal, conditions and bank costs will be according to the entity chosen by the buyer, as well as the management costs, and any other expenses inherent to the formalisation of the sale that legally correspond to the buyer, unless expressly agreed otherwise with the seller.

Detached Villa, Benalmadena, Costa del Sol.
4.5 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms, Built 294 m².
With independent apartment
Condition : Excellent.
Pool : Private.
Climate Control : Air Conditioning.
Views : Sea.
Features : Fitted Wardrobes, Near Transport, Private Terrace, Double Glazing.
Kitchen : Fully Fitted.
Security : 24 Hour Security.
Parking : More Than One.
Category : Investment, Reduced.

Villa Veracruz, Benalmádena

Single-family residence standing on a 660 m² plot with panoramic sea views, protected by an adjacent green zone. Two floors with a dual-unit layout. On the market for the first time since built, it is situated at the top end of a quiet cul-de-sac, with a gated driveway finished in porcelain tiles and parking for 3–4 vehicles, in addition to a closed garage for 2 further vehicles.

The Opportunity
Villa Veracruz represents an acquisition for those who understand value creation in Benalmádena: acquiring square footage, location, and views at the right basis.

In Veracruz Alta, 660 m² plots do not frequently enter the market, particularly those preserving two concurrent attributes: frontal sea orientation and a boundary with a non-buildable green zone that secures these views for the future. Current views from the living room, bedrooms, and terraces are permanently protected.

The property features a versatile layout: designed as two independent units across two floors, each with its own kitchen, living area, and bedrooms. This configuration opens up a wide range of options — primary residence with a guest area, a home office separate from the main living space, or multi-generational living — and significantly expands the potential buyer demographic for future resale.

Additionally, the property holds a tourist license, allowing the rental of one floor while occupying the other, or the full rental of the premises. The lower floor has consistently generated demonstrable high tourist rental income while the owners occupied the main floor — a proven income model that requires no prior work. Full-property rental would increase that yield further.

The Benalmádena market consistently yields high returns for villas with sea views in consolidated areas. The valuation model is direct: plot + location + protected views + renovation = high-end local market asset. Villa Veracruz provides the first three variables; the fourth is provided by the buyer.

This purchase is specific to those who prioritize structural potential. The villa is fully functional in its current state — move-in ready as it stands — but would gain substantially in value through an update to contemporary standards, with strong evidence that renovation returns multiply reliably in this market. It represents a strategic opportunity for buyers capable of analyzing floor plans, calculating budgets, and understanding the sustained value of well-located square footage on the Costa del Sol.

Layout

Main Floor (Street Level):
L-shaped living-dining room with panoramic sea views. Independent kitchen with attached laundry room. 3 bedrooms (1 with en-suite bathroom). 1 independent bathroom. Glazed terrace utilized as an additional room, with sea and mountain views. Both bathrooms recently updated.

Lower Floor (Configured as an Independent Apartment):
Spacious living-dining room with bar counter. Independent kitchen. 2 bedrooms. 1 full bathroom. Porch-terrace with sea views. Enclosed garage for 2 vehicles with additional storage space. Service bathroom with shower.

Exterior:
Private swimming pool: 34 m².
Garden.

Surface Areas
Plot: 660 m².
Basement level (Level 0): 134 m² + 24 m² garage.

Ground and first floor (Level 1): 130 m² + 32 m² porch.

Swimming pool: 34 m².

Location

Distances by Car:

Mercadona, Lidl, and commercial area of Avenida Arroyo Hondo: < 1 km. Arroyo de la Miel and Benalmádena Costa beaches: 5 minutes. Benalmádena Pueblo historical center: 5 minutes. AP-7 / A-7 highway access: 3 minutes. Málaga Airport: 20 minutes. Marbella: 30 minutes. Educational Facilities: Public schools (CEIP Mariana Pineda, Jacaranda, Poeta Salvador Rueda) and international schools (Novaschool Bilingual, Norwegian School Costa del Sol, The British College, Torrequebrada International School): all within a 10-minute radius.