An elevated plot with sea views above the golf course

Two central islands anchor the open-plan kitchen of this 5 bedroom 4 bathroom detached villa in El Paraiso, a resale home originally built in 1974 and completely renovated in 2006. The house stands on an elevated plot in a quiet cul-de-sac in the Benahavís area above El Paraíso Golf, offering privacy, sea views and tranquility. A total built area of 595 m² gives the layout enough scale to separate daily family life from visiting guests without anyone sharing walls or entrances.

Vaulted ceilings, double-sided fireplaces and carpentry

High vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams run above the main living and dining areas. Two fireplaces heat this zone, one of which is a double-sided fireplace dividing the room without blocking the sightlines. The open-plan kitchen has a separate utility room behind it and opens straight onto the terraces and garden, while the main living space connects to the principal terrace through Roman Clavero wooden windows and doors. Having two islands in the kitchen means food preparation and seating stay separate, which prevents bottlenecks when several people cook at once.

Three distinct sleeping zones and a guest flat

The upper level belongs entirely to the principal bedroom suite and a separate home office. This suite has its own fireplace, a walk-in wardrobe, an en-suite bathroom and a private balcony, keeping the owners' working and sleeping quarters away from the rest of the household. Three further bedrooms share two bathrooms on the lower floor alongside a combined laundry and storage room. The fifth bedroom forms part of a fully independent guest apartment with direct garden access and additional attic storage, useful for older relatives, long-term visitors or live-in staff who need their own front door.

The 1,600 m² plot, terraces and mature gardens

Outdoor space here combines 1,600 m² of land with 152 m² of terraces, including covered lounge areas that allow you to follow or avoid the sun through the day. Because the house dates back to the seventies, the landscaped private garden has had decades to establish itself and includes mature fruit trees around a private swimming pool. Private parking is provided on the property.

Construction timeline and what to verify

Buying a 5 bedroom 4 bathroom detached villa in El Paraiso from 1974 that underwent a complete overhaul in 2006 and subsequent updates means you get an established plot position that newer builds rarely match, paired with replaced services.