Benahavis Property.
Benahavis is a beautiful, white washed village has got one of the highest concentrations of foreigners living there on a permanent basis. The town charm is irresistible, with a perfect mix of everything, a traditional Andalusian style white washed village with cobblestones and spectacular views of the mountains with wonderful sound of rivers and cascades nearby.
The village might be small, but the municipality itself is large. It includes numerous mountain ranges, river valleys and woods, making it one of the most beautiful places on the Costa del Sol. Home to many Golf Courses and exclusive residences, the natural surroundings combined with a very low build density mean that Benahavis is highly sought-after as somewhere to buy property on the Costa del Sol, particularly among foreigners looking for a haven of peace and quiet within easy reach of Marbella.
Where is Benahavis?
The municipality of Benahavis is situated at the western end of the Costa del Sol, slightly inland and between Estepona and Marbella. Benahavis has great connections and is within easy access to national and international connections in Malaga as well as other popular destinations on the Costa del Sol. It is just a short 15 minute drive to the Mediterranean seashore. No wonder, that more and more people have set their eyes on Benahavis and seeking to find a perfect home in this lovely village.
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Its location, a few kilometres inland and five hundred metres above sea level offering a splendid drive from the coast to the town. As you make your way up to the village, along the Rio Guadalmina, you start to experience nature’s beauty, emphasized by the soothing sounds of the river pouring down towards the sea and the spectacular concert from a wide variety of tropical birds chirping away in this oasis. It is indeed an out of this world experience to get to Benahavis.
How do I get to Benahavis?
Easily! There’s a good road (A-7175) that runs to the village from the A-7 highway between San Pedro and Estepona (turn off at Guadalmina). If you’re coming along the AP-7 highway, turn off at San Pedro and follow signs for Benahavis. Journey time takes around 15 minutes.
How far is Benahavis from Marbella?
The well-known resorts of Puerto Banus and Benahavis are around 19 km away.
How far is Benahavis from Malaga Airport?
Malaga Airport is 70 km from the village. Allow about 45 min. to get there. A good alternative Gibraltar Airport, if you’re flying from the Costa del Sol to the UK – is around 65 km away.
What’s the population of Benahavis?
The population of Benahavis is just over 7000 inhabitants. Like most of the resorts on the Costa del Sol, Benahavis is home to a lot of foreigners – more than 4,500 in fact. Almost half of them are British.
What’s Benahavis like?
The municipality covers a large area of approximately 150 km2 and stretches from the coastal area to the mountains between the two municipalities of Marbella and Estepona. It is very different to other Costa del Sol resorts – at the heart of the extensive area there is the tranquil and traditional village of Benahavis set in the mountains and which has maintained the Andalusian feel.
Benahavis is one of the richest municipalities in Spain thanks to the large number of high-end developments that surround the village. Golf resorts such as La Quinta and Los Arqueros belong to Benahavis as does La Zagaleta, an exclusive gated estate, home to some of the most expensive properties in Spain. Nearby Villa Padierna with its 5-star GL hotel and golf resort hosted Michelle Obama and her family in 2010.
Its Moorish heritage is emphasized by the existence of nearby ruins of the 11th Century castle of Montemayor (“highest hill”) as it is perched up on the highest point in the area. Those interested in a little steep exercise up the hills, can visit the castle and enjoy a spectacular view of the Mediterranean coastline.
What’s the weather like in Benahavis?
Benahavis enjoys the lovely weather that the Costa del Sol is so famous for. More than 300 days of sunshine a year are guaranteed. The village’s inland mountain position mean winter temperatures are slightly lower than in nearby Marbella and Estepona, but it can be a little warmer in the summer.
What are the main attractions in Benahavis?
Top of the list of attractions in Benahavis are its natural surroundings. Few places on the Costa del Sol enjoy such uninterrupted views of mountains, woodlands and rivers. The village itself is a succession of well-kept narrow streets and squares, flanked by Andalusian whitewashed houses.
The Guadalmina River provides great canyoning opportunities – making your way down the river through waterfalls and plunge pools ranks as one of the top adventure activities on the Costa del Sol. There’s also a lovely river walk that takes you across a spectacular bridge and along a traditional Moorish irrigation channel.
The Sunday market, held in the grounds of a shrine on the way to the village, is one of the most popular markets on the Costa del Sol. Its car boot sale stalls attract buyers and sellers from all over the coast and make a great Sunday morning activity.
The lovely Parque Torre Leoneras park at the south end of the village contains the ruins of a medieval tower and large lake. The Montemayor Castle, built in the 10th century, is mostly ruined but still has several sections of the walls and the Queen’s Tower intact. Views of the Costa del Sol from here are stunning.
And things to do in Benahavis?
Owning a property in Benahavis provides a great opportunity to get out and about in the lovely countryside. Not only can you go hiking in the mountains or along the river, you can also make the most of the outdoors at one of the golf courses in Benahavis.
The village has one of the best selection of golf on the Costa del Sol with no less than nine courses on its doorstep. These include the prestigious Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club, designed by golf legend Seve Ballesteros and the exclusive Marbella Club Golf Resort. There’s even a Golf Academy complete with practice ground and putting green in the village itself.
Visitors from everywhere flock to this quaint little village, nestled in the mountains surrounded by spectacular views of nature, to enjoy this enviroment with a delicious meal.
Best beaches near Benahavis?
The nearest beaches to Benahavis are located in Marbella and Estepona, and take around 10 minutes to reach. Choose from family-friendly beaches in San Pedro de Alcántara, happening beach clubs in Puerto Banús (Ocean Club, Buddha Beach, La Sala by the Sea…) or quieter sands on the beaches to the west of Estepona.
To combine a trip to the beach with boutique shopping and gourmet dining, Laguna Village is just 20 minutes away. You can relax at Purobeach Marbella beach club – by the pool or on the beach itself – and treat yourself to a meal at Camuri restaurant.
What cultural activities are there in Benahavis?
Like all villages in Andalusia, Benahavis has some deeply-rooted traditions and these make up the main cultural activities during the year. The Holy Week processions are small, but also some of the loveliest on the Costa del Sol. The annual Benahavis Fair takes place over five days during mid-August when the whole village enjoys processions, fairground rides, fireworks and eating and drinking. The other important event in Benahavis is the pilgrimage in honour of the village’s patron saint, the Virgin of the Rosary, on 7 October.
In the summer, Benahavis holds concerts and other musical events as part of its annual cultural programme. Regular culinary events take place too in the many Benahavis restaurants.
What about eating out in Benahavis?
Benahavis is paradise for food lovers. It has the highest concentration of top dining restaurants in the province of Malaga – a good enough reason to look for property for sale in this area. The high quality of the cuisine has led to Benahavis gaining the reputation as the Gastronomic Corner of the Costa del Sol. Benahavis is also home to the Sabor a Málaga catering school whose pupils regularly win awards for their culinary skills.
Some of the most prestigious restaurants on the Costa del Sol are found in the village where you can try Spanish dishes cooked traditionally or with a modern twist as well as cuisine from many corners of the world. Key ingredients are pork, lamb and game such as wild boar and venison as well as fresh fish and seafood, caught in nearby Estepona and Marbella. The typical dishes in Benahavis is marinated pork fillet (solomillo de cerdo aliñado).
The traditional Spanish resturant Los Abanicos is a must visit for everyone who visits or lives in Benahavis.
How about shopping in Benahavis?
Benahavis has a bunch of small shops for basic everyday requirements. For bigger shopping there’s a large Mercadona supermarket at the start of the municipality, very close to some of our new developments of la Alqueria. If you don’t find what you need, there are also big shopping centres, department stores, luxury boutiques and plenty of high street stores in Marbella and San Pedro de Alcantara.
Are you looking for an exclusive Property in Benahavis, Spain?
Benahavis is home to many exclusive homes and developments. La Zagaleta, a private residential estate of luxury Mansions with 2 golf courses and equestrian centre or el Madronal are the top most luxurious gated comminities. La Alqueria is a new development area of exclusive villas and high quality homes to contemporary modern developments such as Las Terrazas de Atalaya. The beautiful la Quinta, real de la Quinta or El Herrojo Alto gated community. Los Arqueros is another well-known and consolidated areas with an exceptional championship Golf Course and home to the new development, Botanic. Neighbouring residential estates include La Reserva de Alcuzcuz and Los Almendros offering peace and tranquillity in beautiful surroundings offering a modern lifestyle in exceptional surroundings. Over the years this town has become a sought after area for expats choosing to live in Spain permanently, and properties for sale in Benahavis are enjoying great attention from foreign buyers.
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