Villa for sale in El Paraíso, Benahavís, Málaga

This 16-bedroom Mediterranean property brings together a main villa, a guest villa and a staff annexe. A large heated pool, mature tropical gardens and terraces with sea and mountain views create a setting for entertaining, with distinct accommodation for family, guests and staff. It offers 1,337 m² of built area on a 7,100 m² plot, together with 500 m² of terraces and 16 bathrooms overall.

The main villa

The main villa is arranged over three levels, with a separate entrance to the lower floor. On the main floor, the entrance hall leads directly into a spacious, bright living room, opening onto a terrace that wraps around it and leads to the heated pool. The living and dining areas have high ceilings. This floor also includes an open-plan relaxation area with a bar and a spacious separate kitchen with its own terrace access.

A spacious bedroom with a private bathroom and dressing room opens onto the large terrace on this level. Upstairs are four further bedrooms, including two principal suites with private bathrooms and dressing areas. All four bedrooms have private terraces overlooking the garden, mountains and sea. The lower level contains another en-suite bedroom facing the pool.

The guest villa

The smaller, three-level villa serves as the guest house. Its entrance opens onto the main floor, which has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, private dressing rooms and terraces. This side of the house connects to the pool shared with the main villa.

On the lower level are separate living and dining rooms, together with a spa room. The upper floor houses the principal bedroom with a very large bathroom, dressing room and relaxation space. A spacious terrace provides panoramic views.

The annexe, grounds and equipment

The staff annexe comprises three apartments: one in the lower part of the property and two in the upper part. Lush, mature tropical gardens with extensive lawns surround the buildings. The very large private pool is bordered by terraces and a sun deck. Parking is available in a private garage and on the driveway, with four parking spaces overall. The plot provides a private, secure setting.

In good condition and south-east facing, the property includes air conditioning, a fireplace, a lift, fitted wardrobes and a guest toilet. The terraces include both covered and open spaces.

Location

El Paraíso Alto occupies the upper part of the wider El Paraíso area in Benahavís. The property enjoys an elevated residential setting. Golf courses in the surrounding area, together with proximity to the coast, towns and schools, complement the location. Benahavís village adds a further dimension to local life with its restaurants and leisure activities.