COSTA DEL SOL OVERVIEW

Once primarily comprised of quaint Andalusian fishing villages, the Costa del Sol is now a world renowned tourist destination, popular for the resorts dotting the 150 kilometers of coastline. Travelers come for the beaches and more than 60 golf courses in the area, but also for the local culture. Part of that culture is the urbanization that has occurred in recent decades, creating thick clusters of buildings running up and down the sunny coast. A selection of Costa del Sol luxury homes are immersed in the densely packed buildings, particularly in resort areas. Many more are situated in commanding positions in the hills with vistas over the coast below and in some cases across the Mediterranean. While all beautiful, cities within the Costa del Sol each have their own distinct luxury style.

The picturesque mountain village of Benahavis is famous for its restaurants and is often called "the dining room of Costa del Sol." Of course, many of the eateries serve traditional Spanish cuisine, but several others offer Italian, Indian and French dishes. Portions in the restaurants are always large and satisfying, similar to the tasteful options for Benahavis luxury homes. Hilltop estates with 360-degree views of the Sierra de Ronda mountains and the Mediterranean Sea, immaculate mansions and new villas on the golf course come together to create a paradise only seven kilometers from the coast.

Estepona boasts over 325 days of sunshine each year, which is perfect for travelers who come for the famous beaches stretching across the city's coast. Tropical design reflecting the resort lifestyle comes together with European sophistication in Estepona luxury homes that graciously showcase the majesty of the region while at the same time being utterly modern.

As its name implies, Nueva Andalucía located just west of upscale Marbella has structures based on a traditional Andalusian design with modern twists. It is an area known for commerce, and the meeting of old and new is seen in the street market that operates every Saturday outside of Centro Plaza, a commercial center with shops, a supermarket, restaurants and offices. Old and new also come together in the Nueva Andalucía luxury home market where traditional style meets contemporary convenience.

With an endless list of activities to be enjoyed in a number of fascinating communities, it is no wonder over two million tourists visit the Costa del Sol each year. It is also not surprising that the benefits of owning a Costa del Sol luxury home help create the feeling of a perpetual holiday in a personal paradise.