Exclusive Villa · El Saladillo, Estepona
Price: €1,350,000
Villa El Saladillo in Estepona features 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 251 m2 built, a solarium with sea views, terrace, BBQ and fitted kitchen.
Price: €1,350,000
Presenting this modern three-bedroom, four-bathroom villa spanning 251 square meters on a 400-square-meter plot in Estepona. Offered at €1,495,000, the property combines refined architectural design with an exceptional coastal lifestyle. Residents enjoy air conditioning, private garage parking, and seamless indoor-outdoor living spaces.
Situated on the second line to the beach, the villa is positioned just a two-minute walk from the shoreline. Expansive terraces and outdoor living areas invite gentle sea breezes and open sea views throughout the day.
The home features a bright ground-floor living and dining area complemented by a fitted kitchen and air conditioning. The master suite has an en-suite bathroom and a private sea-view terrace, while two additional bedrooms share a modern family bathroom.
The private outdoor space includes a garden, covered terrace, swimming pool, and dedicated BBQ area for entertaining. A rooftop solarium provides panoramic views across the coastline and mountains. Parking is fully accommodated with a garage, covered spaces, and additional driveway parking.
Located in El Saladillo within Estepona, the property sits a short drive from both central Estepona and Marbella. Daily conveniences are within easy reach, including local restaurants, shops, and essential amenities.
The property falls under the jurisdiction of the Ayuntamiento de Estepona. Over the last decade, the municipality has invested heavily in urban regeneration, transforming the town center into a garden city with pedestrianized streets and thousands of planted flowers. This localized investment has elevated property values across the district, particularly in beachside urbanizations like El Saladillo. Estepona maintains strict zoning laws to prevent overdevelopment, ensuring that coastal areas retain a low building profile. The local government has also prioritized the completion of the Senda Litoral, a continuous coastal wooden boardwalk that allows residents to walk or cycle directly from El Saladillo to the center of Estepona without using the main highway. This infrastructure project has fundamentally changed how residents interact with the coastline, providing safe, car-free access to neighboring districts and beachfront commercial zones.
El Saladillo is a residential enclave located on the eastern edge of the Estepona municipality, bordering the San Pedro de Alcantara district. The neighborhood is defined by quiet residential streets, mature pine trees, and detached villas. Unlike the high-density apartment blocks found further west, El Saladillo offers a suburban environment directly on the coast. The streets are wide, and the traffic is limited almost entirely to local residents. Access to the A-7 coastal highway is straightforward, requiring a one-minute drive from the property, which allows for rapid transit to surrounding commercial hubs. The beach itself, Playa del Saladillo, stretches for three kilometers and features wide expanses of dark Mediterranean sand. It is known for being less crowded than the urban beaches of Marbella, providing a quieter environment for daily walks and swimming during the summer months.
Dining options within walking distance of the villa are well established. Pepe Beach chiringuito operates directly on Playa del Saladillo, serving traditional Andalusian seafood and paella just a three-minute walk from the property. A short walk further down the beach leads to La Antigua, a restaurant offering a more formal dining experience with a focus on Mediterranean cuisine. For a wider selection of restaurants, the village of Cancelada is a four-minute drive inland. Cancelada retains a traditional Spanish village atmosphere and features popular local restaurants such as El Carnicero, known for its grilled meats, and El Rincon de Mica. Residents seeking international beach clubs can drive eight minutes east to Sonora Beach or ten minutes west to the Sublim Beach Club at the Laguna Village complex, which recently underwent a complete redevelopment.
The location serves as an excellent base for golfers, with several 18-hole courses located within a short drive. El Paraiso Golf Club, designed by Gary Player, is an eight-minute drive from the villa. This course is known for its wide fairways and active social club, making it a popular choice for year-round residents. Atalaya Golf and Country Club is a 10-minute drive away, offering two distinct 18-hole courses, the Old Course and the New Course, alongside extensive practice facilities. For a more premium golfing experience, the Los Flamingos Golf Resort is a 12-minute drive inland. Los Flamingos features three courses set around the Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Hotel, offering varied terrain and views across the Mediterranean Sea toward North Africa. The proximity to these courses ensures that residents have access to diverse playing conditions without committing to long travel times.
Families residing in El Saladillo have access to several highly regarded educational institutions. The International School of Estepona, located in the nearby Benavista commercial area, is a five-minute drive from the villa. This primary school follows the British National Curriculum and caters to children aged two to twelve. For secondary education, Mayfair International Academy in Atalaya is a 12-minute drive away, offering IGCSE and A-Level programs. Colegios San Jose, a prestigious bilingual Spanish school, operates two campuses in the area. The primary campus in Guadalmina is a 10-minute drive east, while the secondary campus in central Estepona is a 15-minute drive west. This concentration of international and bilingual schools makes the eastern Estepona area particularly attractive to expatriate families relocating to southern Spain on a permanent basis.
Daily shopping and essential services are concentrated in the Bel-Air and Benavista commercial centers, both located within a five-minute drive of the property. The Bel-Air center features a large Mercadona supermarket and an Aldi, covering all standard grocery needs. The adjacent Benavista commercial strip provides a pharmacy, banking facilities, a hardware store, and several cafes. For larger retail purchases, the La Canada Shopping Centre in Marbella is a 20-minute drive via the A-7 highway, offering over 150 stores including a flagship Marks and Spencer and an Apple Store. Puerto Banus, located a 12-minute drive from El Saladillo, provides access to luxury boutiques, a large El Corte Ingles department store, and a multi-screen cinema that regularly shows films in their original English audio.
Transport links from El Saladillo are highly efficient, facilitating easy international travel. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport, the primary aviation hub for the region, is a 45-minute drive via the AP-7 toll motorway. This airport offers direct flights to over 100 European destinations and seasonal direct flights to North America. Alternatively, Gibraltar International Airport is a 50-minute drive to the west, providing daily connections to major airports in the United Kingdom. The property is also well connected by road to the wider Andalusia region. The city of Malaga, with its high-speed AVE train station connecting to Madrid in under three hours, is a 55-minute drive away. The local bus network operates stops along the A-7 highway, providing public transit options between Estepona and Marbella for staff or guests who prefer not to drive.
At the asking price of €1,350,000, you will pay the Andalucia transfer tax (ITP) at a flat rate of 7 percent, which equals €94,500. Because this is a resale property, there is no IVA and no AJD to pay. You should also budget approximately €13,500 for legal fees, plus around €10,125 for notary and land registry costs. The total cash required above the asking price will be roughly €118,125.
The process begins with a reservation agreement and a deposit of €6,000 to remove Villa El Saladillo from the market. Your lawyer will then conduct due diligence at the Estepona Ayuntamiento to check for any urbanistic infractions. Within 14-21 days, you sign the private purchase contract and pay 10 percent of the €1,350,000 purchase price, minus the initial deposit. Completion takes place before a public notary in Estepona usually 30-60 days later, where the remaining balance is paid and you receive the keys.
There is currently no community fee recorded for Villa El Saladillo. This means you will not have to pay monthly dues to a homeowner association for shared street maintenance or security. You are solely responsible for the upkeep of your own private garden, private pool, and the villa exterior. Buyers often appreciate this financial independence as it keeps fixed monthly overheads very low.
The main annual municipal property tax, known as IBI, is exactly €670 per year, payable to the Estepona Ayuntamiento. You will also need to pay the annual Basura tax for rubbish collection, which typically costs around €150 in this municipality. Without community fees, your remaining running costs will simply be metered electricity, water, and private maintenance for the pool and garden. A weekly pool and garden service in this area usually costs around €200 per month.
Yes, you can apply for a tourist licence through the Junta de Andalucia to rent the property legally. Estepona currently allows short-term holiday rentals, provided the property meets specific cooling and heating requirements, which this villa fulfills with its installed air conditioning. High-season weekly rentals for a private villa with a pool in the El Saladillo area can generate substantial income during July and August. You will need to register all guests with the local Guardia Civil within 24 hours of their arrival.
The sale includes the fully fitted kitchen with all currently installed major appliances. The existing air conditioning system, the built-in BBQ on the terrace, and all permanent bathroom fixtures are also part of the €1,350,000 asking price. The property features a private garage, a solarium, and covered terraces which are sold exactly as viewed. Furniture is not automatically included in a standard resale contract, but your lawyer can negotiate a separate inventory agreement if you wish to keep specific pieces.
Villa El Saladillo is well positioned for families seeking international education options. The International School of Estepona, which follows the British curriculum for primary students, is a short 10 minute drive away in Benavista. For older children, Colegio San Jose in Guadalmina is highly regarded and can be reached by car in under 15 minutes via the A-7 highway. Atalaya Colegio Internacional is also nearby, offering a bilingual curriculum just 12 minutes from the villa.
Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport is the primary aviation hub for this region. You can drive from Villa El Saladillo to the airport departures terminal in approximately 45 minutes using the AP-7 toll road. If you prefer to avoid the tolls, taking the coastal A-7 highway will extend the journey to about 55 minutes, depending on traffic. Gibraltar International Airport provides a secondary option for UK flights and is a 40 minute drive to the south.
The property is surrounded by top tier golfing options in the Estepona municipality. El Paraiso Golf Club, designed by Gary Player, is located just 5 minutes inland from the villa. Atalaya Golf and Country Club offers two 18-hole courses and is only a 7 minute drive away. Real Club de Golf Guadalmina is also highly accessible, taking about 10 minutes to reach via the main coastal road.
Villa El Saladillo is located on the beach side of the A-7 highway, making sea access very direct. Playa del Saladillo, known for its wide stretch of sand and clear waters, is less than a 10 minute walk from the property. This beach features popular chiringuitos like Pepe's Beach, where you can eat fresh seafood right on the sand. The property itself offers both sea views and mountain views from its elevated solarium and terraces.
El Saladillo is a mature, residential area situated between San Pedro de Alcantara and the center of Estepona. It is characterized by quiet, tree-lined streets and established private villas rather than dense apartment blocks. Residents benefit from immediate proximity to supermarkets like Mercadona and Supeco, both located within a 5 minute drive. The neighborhood remains active throughout the winter, making it highly suitable for permanent relocation rather than just summer holidays.
The villa features panoramic views that encompass both the Mediterranean Sea and the Sierra Bermeja mountain range. Outdoor living is supported by a private garden, a swimming pool, and a dedicated BBQ area for dining outside. You can enjoy the climate year-round using the covered terrace during the brief winter rains, or the open solarium for maximum sun exposure. The plot is fully enclosed, providing privacy while you utilize the exterior spaces.