Andalucia, Malaga, El Madronal, Spain

Set within a gated hillside estate above the coast, this contemporary villa for sale in El Madroñal, Benahavis with sea and mountain views introduces a property of striking architectural presence shaped by its natural surroundings. Positioned on an elevated south-west facing plot of just over an acre, the property occupies a commanding hillside position. From this elevated location, the centres of Marbella and San Pedro de Alcantara, together with the coastline, remain easily accessible by car.

Designed by Brazilian architect Marcio Kogan in collaboration with Lamar Development, the house reflects an architectural composition defined by proportion, material and light. Long horizontal lines, natural textures and expansive glazing give the structure a calm, deliberate presence within the landscape, while large, glazed openings allow the surrounding landscape to remain a constant presence throughout the interiors.

Arranged across three levels, the villa offers generous open-plan living areas that connect naturally with the terraces and gardens. Floor-to-ceiling glass panels open the main living spaces to the outdoors, allowing interior and exterior environments to function as part of a continuous living space. The principal level accommodates lounge, dining and kitchen areas oriented toward the terraces and pool, creating an environment equally suited to everyday living or larger gatherings.

Accommodation comprises seven bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom, together with an additional guest toilet. The bedroom suites are distributed to offer both privacy and outlook, with carefully considered proportions and materials that echo the calm architectural character found throughout the home.

Leisure and wellness facilities are integrated into the lower level, forming a dedicated area within the home that includes a private cinema room, wine cellar, gym and spa area with Turkish bath and indoor pool. Supporting spaces such as parking and service areas are incorporated discreetly into the overall design. Outside, landscaped gardens, tracing the natural contours of the hillside, create a remarkable outdoor setting where expansive terraces and a sculptural swimming pool command wide views across the Mediterranean and surrounding mountains.

It is within this landscape that El Madroñal has developed as a private hillside estate above Benahavis, where substantial properties sit among mature woodland and quiet hillside roads. Originally conceived as a country estate, the area has gradually evolved into one of the most private and established residential addresses on this side of the Costa del Sol. Residents also benefit from proximity to La Zagaleta Country Club, renowned golf courses, celebrated local restaurants and several international schools, while Marbella and Malaga Airport remain within convenient reach.

The villa ultimately stands as a contemporary work of architecture in El Madroñal, a hillside setting long associated with some of the most private and established homes above the coast.