Penthouse for sale in New Golden Mile, Estepona, Málaga

Set within a boutique, low-rise development on Estepona's New Golden Mile, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom penthouse offers a total floor area of 324 m², of which approximately 219 m² is given over to a private solarium terrace, leaving a compact, efficient interior of around 105 m² and a genuinely outsized exterior. The building is a contemporary new-build, designed around an organic and responsible approach to architecture.

The scheme is built around a simple idea: bringing the landscape indoors. Native Mediterranean planting, water features and green corridors run through the communal areas, while natural stone is used throughout the exterior finishes, softening the boundary between architecture and garden.

The development is arranged around mature tropical gardens and a communal swimming pool, several floors below this top-floor home. What sets a penthouse apart here is scale and privacy: with no apartment above, the solarium terrace wraps around the interior on more than one side, opening to views over the surrounding golf courses and countryside and, depending on the aspect, towards the Mediterranean.

Its south-facing orientation keeps the terrace bright and usable throughout the day, from breakfast in the morning sun to shaded dining as the day turns west. At approximately 219 m², the space comfortably accommodates separate lounging and dining areas, with ample room for additions such as a private plunge pool or outdoor gym, without compromising the sense of openness. Access to the development is through a secure gated entrance, while the communal grounds are maintained for residents to enjoy without the burden of upkeep.

Inside, the apartment is designed for ease rather than maintenance, a genuine lock-and-leave home for owners who divide their time between different countries. The living area opens directly onto the terrace through full-height glazing, creating an almost seamless extension of the interior into the outdoor space, while natural light reaches deep into the apartment. The principal bedroom shares this connection to the terrace, while two further bedrooms, one with its own bathroom, allow guests or family to stay in comfort and privacy.

The specification includes underfloor heating, aerothermal energy systems for efficient heating and hot water, fitted wardrobes, quality contemporary kitchen and bathroom fittings, and secure entry, all selected with comfort, efficiency and ease of ownership in mind.

Life here moves at the pace of the Costa del Sol's New Golden Mile: long mornings and evenings on a terrace large enough for entertaining, easy access to the beach and Estepona golf course, dinner in the old town a short drive away, and the freedom to close the door and travel without a second thought about the property left behind. For buyers who entertain, the sheer scale of the outdoor space does the work that a larger interior might do elsewhere.

This penthouse would particularly suit international buyers seeking a lock-and-leave second residence with genuine entertaining space, golf enthusiasts drawn to the surrounding courses, and those who value privacy, views and exceptional outdoor space over additional interior square metres. It may also appeal to buyers planning to rent the property when not in personal use, subject to applicable regulations and community restrictions, given the appeal of a private terrace of this scale in this part of Estepona.