Guide to where to buy a house in Benahavís

22 Nov 2017 | Areas Guide

Benahavís, in the foothills of the Ronda mountains, is an inland town on the Costa del Sol. Its municipality borders the city of Marbella, located about 21 km away. Puerto Banús, and the entertainment and luxury you’ll find there, is just 9 km from Benahavís. Malaga international airport, also known as Pablo Picasso airport, is an 80 km drive. If you’re looking to buy a house in the area, check out our properties for sale in Benahavís.

Set in the mountains, Benahavís has an enviable position, overlooking a wide stretch of the Costa del Sol. You’ll even see across to the coast of Africa on the numerous clear days you’ll enjoy there. With a mild and warm climate, Benahavís has an average yearly temperature of 17 °C, with a mean rainfall of 600 mm. August is the warmest month, averaging 24 °C, while January is the coolest, with a mean temperature of 11 °C.

Enveloping Benahavís town centre is the Guadalmina river, which flows into the Mediterranean. Its waters ensure the area surrounding this picturesque village remains lush. The position, surroundings and geography of Benahavís make it the starting point for numerous trails, where you can go hiking and enjoy nature.

Benahavís blends the traditional aspect of the white villages of Malaga, with their sinuous side streets and open squares, with modern tourist infrastructure. A good example is the wide range of golf courses available, including: La Zagaleta Golf, Atalaya Golf, La Quinta Marbella, El Higueral Golf, Marbella Club Golf Resort, Los Arqueros, Los Flamingos Benahavís, Tramores, Alferini and Monte Mayor Benahavís.

Used to receiving visitors from all over the globe, the town of Benahavís has a multicultural and cosmopolitan atmosphere. Added to this is a wonderful culinary range, which combines the traditional cuisine of a mountain village with that of the nearby Mediterranean coast. Rabbit, lamb, suckling pig and partridge are some of the traditional ingredients you’ll find in the dishes offered at its numerous restaurants. Don’t forget to try the delicious zarzuela de pescado casserole and fresh seafood.

Villas and apartments in Benahavís

Returning to the tourist and residential infrastructure in Benahavís, the municipality is home to numerous residential areas offering high-quality villas and apartments. All have an air of distinction and prestige. La Zagaleta is considered one of the most exclusive in Europe. El Madroñal is home to some of the most charming villas along the coast. While Los Arqueros, where you’ll find villas and apartments, is the best positioned for golf.

This article, by the Benarroch inmobiliaria team, offers you a brief guide to this magnificent municipality. We hope this information will help you decide on your preferred location when you buy a house in Benahavís. Added to all this will be your tastes and needs. We can match them to the different possibilities available in this wonderful municipality, known as a gem of the Costa del Sol.