Andalucia, Malaga, El Paraiso, Spain

Sea views, three terraces and a great deal of natural light define this duplex penthouse at Royal Marbella Golf Resort, a gated community in El Paraíso on the Costa del Sol.

The resort is well equipped for everyday living. Residents have a pool, a gym and a café and bar area, with a concierge on site and the security of a gated setting. El Paraíso Golf Course is right next door, making this a prime location for golfers who want the course close at hand. El Paraíso sits on the New Golden Mile between Marbella and Estepona, so both towns, with their shops, restaurants and marinas, are within easy reach. The beach is less than ten minutes away, with restaurants, bars and relaxed chiringuitos to choose from for unhurried lunches by the sea.

The penthouse spans almost 130 sqm over two levels, with a further 70 sqm of terraces. Inside, the living room is filled with light, and the kitchen is thoroughly modern. A dedicated desk area makes working from home easy. There are three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The master bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe, an ensuite bathroom and its own private balcony.

With three terraces, the outdoor space is as much a part of the home as the rooms inside. The sea views make them natural places for breakfast, evening meals or simply a quiet hour in the sun.

Private underground parking is included, and the on-site concierge and gated access make coming and going simple.

It also offers a genuine investment opportunity. When you are not staying, the urbanisation rents the apartment on your behalf and manages everything, from check-in and check-out to cleaning and maintenance. When you arrive for your own holiday, the apartment is ready and waiting, with nothing to organise.

The setting suits a variety of rhythms. Golfers can plan early rounds and return for coffee at the café. Couples and families can spend slow days by the pool, then head to the beach in the afternoon. Those who work remotely can settle at the desk in the morning and be outdoors by lunchtime. It is a relaxed, sun-drenched Mediterranean lifestyle, with the practical comforts close by.

Whether you choose to keep it as a holiday home, let it as an investment, or combine the two, this duplex penthouse offers sea views, outdoor space and a well-run community in a sought-after golf setting on the Costa del Sol. It is easy to picture a first morning here, with the terrace doors open and the day unplanned.