Spain, like large parts of the developed world, is currently going through a difficult economic period, yet it is a state of affairs that can present great opportunities to investors wishing to find good value and maximise their returns in the medium term.

Though prices have largely levelled out after dropping 30-50% from 2008 highs, there could still be some downward mobility in certain areas and market segments. The average national drop in prices since the downturn began is 22 per cent, but this amalgamates highly diverse figures and throws them all together, a bit like a statistics blender. Continue reading »

Investment Europe’s website recently published figures compiled by Fastighetsbyrån, part of Swedish banking group Swedbank, that reveal while sales of Spanish property to British purchasers have dropped by 65 per cent and German sales have also dropped by a less dramatic three per cent, purchases by Scandinavian buyers have increased significantly.

Over the four year period studied by Fastighetsbyrån, 108 per cent more Norwegians and 138 per cent more Swedes elected to invest in Spanish property. Considering the excellent health of both the Norwegian Krone and Swedish Krona, which have risen by about five per cent against the euro as the pound has fallen almost 20 per cent, it is not surprising that comparatively prosperous Scandinavian buyers have been tempted to invest their money in second homes in the sun. Adding to this scenario, Spanish property in some areas has dropped up to 30 to 40 per cent in price, although it has been noted that real estate in the more prestigious parts of the Costa del Sol has held its value rather better than this. Continue reading »

This charming villa located in a well established, leafy part of Nueva Andalucía combines elegance and comfort to great effect. Homely and stylish, it is well proportioned – at 220m2 it offers space and privacy yet is also homely and practical, set within a beautiful garden of 1012m2 at the heart of which is a private swimming pool that borders a spacious, partly covered 62m2 terrace.

Inside are three spacious bedroom suites each with its own bathroom, as well as a guest bathroom in the elegant entrance hall that leads on to an attractive, fully fitted kitchen, a sunny dining areas that overlooks the terrace and garden, and a cosy living room with fireplace and vaulted wood-beamed ceiling. Situated in Las Cascadas del Golf, near the Los Naranjos Golf Club, the property is close to the amenities of Nueva Andalucía, Puerto Banús and central Marbella. Continue reading »

This year saw the return of the prestigious Andalucía Open to Aloha Golf Club in Nueva Andalucía, Marbella, an important leg of the men’s professional European Tour.

The four days of exciting golf culminated on Sunday 18th March with 31 year old Julien Quesne taking his first European Tour title and the winner’s prize of €166.660. Frenchman Quesne, ranked only 322nd in the world, matched the Aloha Golf course record hitting a 64 (eight under par) on the last day of play and became the 400th player to win a title on the European Tour. Continue reading »

A true penthouse, this property has all the refinement and glamour that makes this kind of home so sought-after. Add a private rooftop swimming pool and panoramic wrap-around windows that let in the light and offer spectacular views of the Golf Valley and Marbella’s La Concha Mountain, and you have the recipe for a classic penthouse lifestyle. Continue reading »

One of the newer luxurious residential areas of Marbella, Sierra Blanca occupies the furthest reaches at the base of La Concha, the mountain that overlooks Marbella and itself forms part of the Sierra Blanca range. As a result, its grand villas and ultra-luxurious apartment complexes look straight down onto Marbella and its broad bay.

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One of the great attractions of Sierra Blanca is the fact that it is so central – right above Marbella and just minutes from its beaches, shops, restaurants, café society and professional services, and just a few minutes more to those of Puerto Banús. You might say that here you are at the heart of it all without having to forsake your own peace and privacy. Continue reading »

Among the different parts of the Marbella area that offer distinct lifestyle options La Zagaleta certainly stands out for its exclusivity. This luxurious gated community offers a haven of peace and privacy set within acres of natural scenery that overlooks large sections of Marbella and the Mediterranean coast. Continue reading »

Location of Aloha Park

Spectacular high quality residence located in a private location above Aloha Golf course, within the golf valley of Nueva Andalucia. 9 blocks with only 54 apartments in each nestled in between mature and beautifully maintained gardens. Within a short drive you will be in the heart of Nueva Andalucia with shops, cafées, supermarkets and a large selection of restaurants.

The development itself includes an exclusive range of facilities, amongst others a heated indoor swimming pool, sauna and gymnasium. You will also find two outdoor communal swimming pools with sun beds and sun umbrellas. The development has a first class 24-hours security and concierge reception area.

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If you want to be in the midst of the glamour and excitement of Puerto Banús but also seek privacy and personal space, then Playas del Duque is the place to be. In addition to an ideal setting, wonderful views and first-class facilities this is simply one of the best addresses on this side of the Mediterranean. Continue reading »