Estepona properties for sale are a great addition to the village's character and appeal, reflected by a large number of fascinating old buildings in town, seamlessly complemented by the new. However, if you are more interested in the present than the past, don’t worry, there is plenty for everyone to experience and enjoy. The numerous street cafes and tapas bars still serve traditional Spanish delicacies. In the ‘old town’ the steep, narrow streets are pedestrianised and decorated with different colour flower pots. It is a delight for photographers. You will find bars and small shops in Estepona, where you’d least expect them, all very very inviting, very friendly. The Estepona Marina is situated at the west end of the seafront promenade. This is a very pleasant place for a stroll and there are some magnificent boats moored here. There are also a wide variety of excellent bars and restaurants, open both midday and in the evening while younger revelers can enjoy the late night disco bars. There is a popular tourist market here on a Sunday morning. Estepona real estate is in great development, and new bars, nightlife, shopping, beach clubs are emerging, to complete the laid back feeling on the Costa del Sol.

Estepona properties for sale are a great addition to the village's character and appeal, reflected by a large number of fascinating old buildings in town, seamlessly complemented by the new. However, if you are more interested in the present than the past, don’t worry, there is plenty for everyone to experience and enjoy. The numerous street cafes and tapas bars still serve traditional Spanish delicacies. In the ‘old town’ the steep, narrow streets are pedestrianised and decorated with different colour flower pots. It is a delight for photographers. You will find bars and small shops in Estepona, where you’d least expect them, all very very inviting, very friendly. The Estepona Marina is situated at the west end of the seafront promenade. This is a very pleasant place for a stroll and there are some magnificent boats moored here. There are also a wide variety of excellent bars and restaurants, open both midday and in the evening while younger revelers can enjoy the late night disco bars. There is a popular tourist market here on a Sunday morning. Estepona real estate is in great development, and new bars, nightlife, shopping, beach clubs are emerging, to complete the laid back feeling on the Costa del Sol.

Only 25km from Malaga International Airport is the town of Fuengirola where you'll find an ample variety of properties for sale. It is one of the most popular destinations on the Costa del Sol. Easily accessible by road, rail or bus, it is not difficult to see why this buzzing cosmopolitan town on the Mediterranean is the number one choice for so many. Previously a tiny fishing village, Fuengirola has become a vibrant metropolis with character. The advent of many up-market tapa bars, good cafes and restaurants, interspersed with chic boutiques and other shops of interest, as well as fabulous beaches makes it the perfect holiday destination. The main square, Plaza de la Constitución, has been re-designed but still retains its unique enchantment. It looks pretty especially at Christmas, when it is decorated with very attractive lights and ornaments. It is also attractive during the Fuengirola summer feria, when the whole town takes part in the annual street celebrations. A walk down the narrow, pedestrian streets leading off the main square is a voyage of discovery for the many visitors, who come across some of the hidden secrets and delightful corners of this friendly, Andalucian town. Since the 1960’s, foreigners have been discovering the joys of living in Fuengirola. At the beginning of the 1960’s, there were around 8,500 people living in this small village. By 1980 there were some 30,000 and now there are over 63,000 official residents. In the summer season, this number swells enormously with tourists. BEACHES IN FUENGIROLA One of the Fuengirola’s main attractions is, of course, its wonderful seven kilometres (five miles) of sandy beaches, stretching from the Sohail Castle to the west and Torreblanca to the east. Water sports are strongly featured in this coastal resort. Where better to get to grips with speed boats, jet skis, parasailing than at the cool Marina. SHOPPING: Fuengirola has all the amenities and comforts you need but in a beautiful Mediterranean setting. Whether you love shopping, or looking for a good gym or municipal sports centres, the Fuengirola real estate would align with your desired lifestyle and place you in the right vicinity.

The Manilva properties for sale are within the Manilva municipality. It lies on the coast at the southwesternmost edge of the province of Málaga on its border with the province of Cádiz in the autonomous community of Andalusia in Spain. It belongs to the comarca of Costa del Sol Occidental. Manilva’s strategic position, close to the entrance to the Mediterranean, has resulted in a long history of settlement in the area going back to the Stone Age. In recent years traces of these early settlers has been found in caves in the Sierra Utrera, a ridge of limestone which runs behind the town. There is also a historically important Bronze Age hill fort which is currently the subject of a programme of excavations by experts from across Europe. It is during the Roman period, though that the area first enjoyed prominence, as it was the site of a thriving fish processing industry, which exported products, including the highly prized garum paste (a kind of “Gentleman’s Relish”) which was in much demand back in Rome. Remains of the factory, a villa and bathhouse can be found today in Castillo de la Duquesa, one of Manilva’s coastal villages. It was in the 16th century that the town of Manilva itself was founded, although a part of the neighbouring municipality of Casares, it gained its independence in 1795 and has grown ever since. For many years the chief industries were fishing, agriculture and viticulture. Manilva’s vineyards are famous for their moscatel grapes, used for the production of raisins and fine wines. Since the 1970s, when the Marina and golf course were built, tourism has been added to this list, and in recent years Manilva has enjoyed the status of one of the Costa del Sol’s fastest developing municipalities, with almost a trebling of the resident population in the last 10 years. You will also find the beautiful and charming Marina of La Duquesa in Manilva. With lovely authentic places to drink and dine, whilst enjoying beautiful views to the marina. All over the Manilva coast you will have views to the Rock of Gibraltar, and this is also a great investment opportunity in the Manilva real estate, as you'll have the Airport of Gibraltar within a short driving distance too.

Mijas municipal district is comprised of three very different areas and the Mijas properties for sale reflect those differences beautifully. Mijas Pueblo (the village), Mijas Costa (the coastal strip) and Las Lagunas (a modern residential and commercial area) have a lot to offer. There are also three small rural outlying districts called Entrerríos, Osunillas and Valtocado La Cala de Mijas is the central point of Mijas Costa and although it has grown and been built up, especially over the last decade or so, it still maintains something of its Andalucian seaside village atmosphere. From being a tiny fishing village originally, its population has increased to 10,000 – many of whom are British expatriates. There are schools, a health centre, a public library, a post office, shops and a cultural centre, as well as many excellent bars and restaurants, making investing in the Mijas real estate an excellent idea.

Nueva Andalucía is the largest neighbourhood in Marbella, extending over several square kilometres where you can find many exciting properties for sale. It has an official census population of about 15,000 but considerably more residents in the summer. New construction of contemporary villas is a big part of the area today. The key attractions are the large residential estates, reasonable access to the highway and Marbella and, for many, a short taxi ride home from the Puerto Banús nightlife. Being a large residential area it has plenty of small commercial centres and restaurants for those who don't want to venture out on a rainy or sunny day. From Nueva Andalucía you will have beautiful views to the mountain, La Concha, which is a famous landmark in this area between Marbella and San Pedro de Alcántara. Nueva Andalucía is also one of the areas with the highest concentration of amazing golf courses. You'll find some of the most beautiful ones on the coast, here. For example Las Brisas with palms, views at the foots of La Concha - and one of the most renowned golf clubs, Los Naranjos which have everything from Orange Groves to a river, makes this golf course special. Take your time exploring the area and discover the amazing Nueva Andalucía real estate.

The La Cala de Mijas properties for sale are a part of what was once the original fishing villages situated on the Costa del Sol, in the province of Málaga with a contemporary twist. A charming village with a restored Moorish tower, a friendly atmosphere and lots of appeal. Located between the towns of Fuengirola and Marbella, close to the popular urbanization of Calahonda, La Cala de Mijas is a very popular town with many good restaurants, shops, chemists and beach-front bars. Malaga International Airport is just 20 minutes drive away. The town offers a nice, easy-paced life, not taken over completely by tourism, but with good facilities, a lovely golden sand beach, beach clubs, a wide array of restaurants and proximity to larger towns offering more action. Places to visit The cultural city of Malaga is just 30 minutes drive away, the vibrant and happy town of Fuengirola and traditional Mijas Pueblo, both just 10 minutes, and upmarket Marbella, to the west, approximately 20 minutes drive. La Cala de Mijas offers a perfect holiday base to go off and visit other parts of the coast, the bus from the town centre, can take you to Marbella and Fuengirola town centres. Golf La Cala Golf, Santana Golf, El Chaparral and Mijas Golf are all located within the vicinity and offer excellent conditions for a round or two of golf. Climate La Cala de Mijas enjoys a subtropical Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and warm winters. Cooling breezes from the sea make the summer heat manageable; temperatures average 32 ºC during the summer. Eating Out at La Cala de Mijas is packed with exquisite dining out choices. From typically Spanish ‘Menu del Dia’ restaurants, seafood, a Goan Indian Restaurant, British, Thai, Chinese and a good old Irish pub, to avant-garde and Michelin-star restaurants or tapas at one of the Wine & Gin Bars, you'll be spoilt for choice. Climate La Cala de Mijas enjoys a subtropical Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and warm winters. Cooling breezes from the sea make the summer heat manageable; temperatures average 32 ºC during the summer. The choices of La Cala de Mijas real estate for sale won't disappoint you either.

A promenade stretches along the coast to the Puerto Marina (Marine Port), which boasts excellent shopping and dining. The marina is also home to The Sea Life Centre, home to all manners of marine wildlife, and has its own petting tank where you can get personal with the Rays. You can take a stroll around to look at the floating hotels and millionaire’s yachts and when the sun goes down the Puerto Marina becomes one of the coast's best party destinations. La Paloma Park is a gorgeous location in the center of Benalmádena Costa. There is a stunning array of flora and fauna, plus a menagerie of animals including hens, rabbits, goats and exotic birds. The park is beautifully landscaped with themed gardens and rocky waterfalls, which run down to the lake. There are two bars within the park where you can relax into the evening listening to the calls of peacocks. Beside La Paloma park you will find Selwo Marina, the sister to Selwo Adventure Park, further down the coast. Modeled around different locations in South America, you can view dolphins, sea lions, crocodiles, exotic birds and snakes from up close. Recently a penguin habitation has been installed giving a glimpse of the Antarctic in Andalucía. Arroyo de la Miel translates to ‘Honey Stream’ is a former sleepy village, which now links Benalmádena Pueblo to its Costa. Being at the centre of things it has grown into a fantastic area for getting a bite to eat and shopping to your heart's content. The train station is found in Arroyo, which links the town all along the coast from Malaga to Fuengirola. Cable cars serve as a route to the top of the mountain that pins Benalmádena to the beaches where you can enjoy the breath-taking panoramic view inland and out to sea where North Africa is visible on clear days. You can also take in equestrian and raptor shows at the summit. Benalmádena Pueblo Benalmádena Pueblo is the original village, set back from the coast on the foot of Mount Calamorro at around 200 meters in elevation. The heart of the village has a traditional Spanish appearance with white-washed stone buildings and labyrinth alleys, however, the village now has a much more cosmopolitan feel. Visitors to the Benalmadena Pueblo can enjoy fine dining in picturesque squares and awe-inspiring views of the coast and across the sea. Cultural Attractions The Buddhist Enlightenment Stupa finds its residence in Benalmadena Pueblo; it is the largest Stupa in the Western world standing 33 metres tall and is a point of interest for Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike. Golf Benalmádena has a number of golf courses, putting greens and driving ranges. in the near vicinity. Benalmádena Golf is home to a driving range, putting green and a straightforward 9-hole par three. It has an excellent clubhouse with a restaurant and the addition of a bowls green. The nearest 18 hole course is Torrequebrada Golf, which offers a challenge to all levels of players. Although amidst an urban area the pine trees that surround it give it seclusion and some of the views on offer are spectacular. Visitors to the Benalmadena Pueblo can enjoy fine dining, picturesque squares, awe-inspiring views of the coast and across the sea as well as the beautiful Benalmadena real estate.