Three distinct levels

An arrival level at the top of the house keeps the garage and main entrance separate from the rest of the home, meaning you step down into the living areas rather than walking past bedrooms. This 4 bedroom detached villa in El Rosario, El Rosario, covers a built area of 580 m² across three floors, taking advantage of a hillside plot to look out over the Mediterranean Sea, nearby fairways, and mountains. Known as Villa Colina, the property is sold fully furnished by Ambience Home, removing the months usually spent sourcing furniture for a house of this scale.

How the three floors divide daily life

Below the entrance and garage level sits the main social floor. The lounge and kitchen share this space, backed by a guest toilet, a private gym and a dedicated cinema room. Keeping the gym and cinema on the living floor means noise does not carry to the sleeping quarters. All four en-suite bedrooms are grouped together on their own accommodation level. Because every bedroom has its own bathroom, guests and family members do not share facilities, and the main bedroom includes a custom dressing room by Uecko.

Materials, cabinetry, and heating

The kitchen is a Modulnova installation fitted with Gaggenau appliances, a pairing that holds up to daily cooking rather than just display. Underfoot and throughout the rooms, the specification uses Tino natural stone and marble, while the bathrooms are fitted with Villeroy & Boch sanitary ware and Gessi taps. Large panes of glass sit in Schüco exterior carpentry, which matters on an exposed hillside where wind sealing and thermal insulation are tested in winter. Water-based underfloor heating runs across all three floors, managed alongside the lighting and other household systems through an integrated home automation setup.

The 1,175 m² plot and terrace areas

Outside, the 1,175 m² plot is bordered by mature greenery that screens the house from neighbouring properties in this low-density street. In addition to the 580 m² built area, there is 273 m² of terrace space and a private swimming pool. From both the terraces and the pool, the elevation gives clear views across the surrounding trees toward the sea and golf courses.

Living in El Rosario and road access

El Rosario is an established residential area of individual plots in Marbella East, roughly 2 km from the sandy beaches of Las Chapas and Elviria, where beach clubs like La Plage Casanis and Nosso Summer Club operate. Golfers have Santa Clara Golf and Marbella Golf Country Club close by, while families use the English International College and the German School Málaga. Because this 4 bedroom detached villa in El Rosario, El Rosario sits on an elevated street away from the A-7 coastal road, it escapes the road noise, though you will need a car for daily errands, school runs, and reaching the supermarkets and pharmacies at the bottom of the hill.

Is the furniture included in the sale of this 4 bedroom detached villa in El Rosario, El Rosario?

Yes, Villa Colina is sold as a turnkey residence and comes fully furnished. The interior design and furnishings were selected and installed by Ambience Home to match the architecture.

How are the rooms distributed across the three floors?

The top entrance level holds the main access and the garage. The middle level contains the kitchen, lounge, guest toilet, private gym, and cinema room, while the four en-suite bedrooms are grouped together on the private accommodation level.

What heating and technical systems are installed in the house?

The property has water-based underfloor heating installed across all three levels for winter use. It also uses Schüco exterior carpentry for the glazing and an integrated home automation system to control household functions.

How far is the villa from the beach and local schools?

The sandy beaches around Las Chapas and Elviria are approximately 2 km away, which takes a few minutes by car. For schooling, both the English International College and the German School Málaga are within easy driving distance.

Can you walk to shops and public transport from the property?

While bus services and everyday amenities like supermarkets and pharmacies are available at the lower end of El Rosario near the A-7, the villa sits in an elevated, quiet position. A private car is the most practical way to get around for daily errands.

4 Bedroom Detached Villa in El Rosario, El Rosario

Property Description

Villa Colina is a contemporary villa for sale in El Rosario with four en-suite bedrooms, four bathrooms and a guest toilet, distributed across three floors in an elevated position with panoramic Mediterranean Sea, golf, mountain and pool views. Approximately 2 km from the beach and surrounded by mature greenery, the property combines privacy and open views with convenient access to golf courses, tennis facilities, international schools and everyday amenities. Designed by González & Jacobson with interiors by Ambience Home, Villa Colina is offered fully furnished as a turnkey residence with a carefully selected specification of premium materials and finishes.

The architecture responds directly to the property's elevated setting. Large openings bring abundant natural light into the interiors while framing the surrounding landscape, allowing the views to become an integral part of the living spaces. Ambience Home has introduced a contemporary yet comfortable interior concept through modern furniture, natural tones and carefully considered textures. The result is a cohesive home where the architecture, furnishings and materials work together without relying on excessive decoration.

Its three-level distribution creates a clear separation between arrival, social spaces and private accommodation. The entrance level incorporates the main access and garage, providing a practical arrival point before moving down into the principal areas of the house. The main living level brings together the kitchen and lounge, creating a generous social environment for everyday family life and entertaining. A guest toilet is positioned on this floor, alongside a private gym and dedicated cinema room that add leisure and wellness spaces without interrupting the main living areas.

All four bedroom suites are grouped together on the private accommodation level, creating a quieter part of the home away from the principal social spaces. Each bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom, providing privacy and independence for family members and guests. The principal dressing room features a bespoke design by Uecko, continuing the emphasis on craftsmanship, functionality and carefully considered storage throughout the residence.

Material quality is central to Villa Colina's interior specification. The Modulnova kitchen is equipped with Gaggenau appliances, combining minimalist contemporary design with high-performance functionality. Tino natural stone and marble introduce texture throughout the property, while Schüco exterior carpentry complements the clean architectural lines and extensive glazing. Bathrooms continue the same level of specification with sanitary ware by Villeroy & Boch and taps and fittings by Gessi.

Comfort has also been considered at a technical level. Water-based underfloor heating extends throughout all three floors, providing consistent year-round temperature control across the residence. An integrated home automation system allows convenient management of key household functions and further reinforces the villa's modern specification.

El Rosario is an established low-density residential neighbourhood characterised by detached villas, mature gardens and quiet streets. Its elevated sections are particularly valued for their open Mediterranean and mountain views, while the predominance of individual homes provides greater privacy and space than more densely developed coastal areas. Architecture within the neighbourhood ranges from traditional Mediterranean residences to renovated properties and newly built contemporary villas, creating a varied but well-established residential environment.

The sandy coastline is approximately 2 km from Villa Colina, making the beach easily accessible within a few minutes by car. The nearby Las Chapas and Elviria areas offer a relaxed coastal environment with established beachfront destinations including La Plage Casanis and Nosso Summer Club. The surrounding coastline also provides opportunities for swimming, paddleboarding and other water-based activities throughout much of the year.

Golf is equally accessible from El Rosario. Santa Clara Golf and Marbella Golf Country Club are both nearby, with further courses available around Elviria and along the eastern Costa del Sol. Tennis, fitness and other sporting facilities can also be reached within a short drive, adding to the area's appeal for active residents.

For families considering Villa Colina as a permanent residence, the location provides convenient access to established international education, including the English International College and the German School Málaga. Supermarkets, pharmacies, restaurants and other everyday services are available within El Rosario and neighbouring commercial areas, making the neighbourhood practical for year-round living as well as extended stays.

Connectivity is straightforward via the nearby A-7, providing convenient road access along the coast and towards Málaga Airport. Bus services operate closer to the main coastal road, although a private vehicle remains the most practical option from the villa's elevated residential position. This separation from the busier coastline is also one of El Rosario's advantages, allowing residents to enjoy a quieter setting while remaining within easy reach of beaches, schools, restaurants, golf and essential services.

Villa Colina offers a contemporary villa for sale in El Rosario distinguished by its panoramic setting and carefully considered specification. Four private bedroom suites, water-based underfloor heating throughout, a gym, ‌cinema, ‌premium ‌materials, ‌fully furnished ‌interiors ‌and ‌proximity ‌to ‌the ‌beach make it particularly ‌well suited ‌to ‌buyers seeking a sophisticated family ‌residence ‌or ‌second ‌home ‌in ‌Marbella ‌East.

Property Features

Setting

  • Close To Golf
  • Close To Shops
  • Close To Sea
  • Close To Schools

Views

  • Sea
  • Mountain
  • Golf
  • Panoramic
  • Garden
  • Pool

Orientation

  • South West

Condition

  • Excellent
  • New Construction

Pool

  • Private

Garden

  • Private

Climate Control

  • Air Conditioning
  • U/F Heating

Kitchen

  • Partially Fitted

Features

  • Gym
  • Barbeque
  • Double Glazing
  • Basement

Furniture

  • Fully Furnished

Security

  • Gated Complex
  • Alarm System
  • 24 Hour Security

Parking

  • More Than One
  • Private

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