West light and direct pool access on the beachside of Atalaya

Afternoon sun reaches the terrace from early midday until sunset, keeping the main room bright through the second half of the day while leaving the morning hours cooler. Listed as a 2 bedroom ground floor apartment with private pool in Atalaya, the property actually looks directly over the communal gardens and steps straight out to the shared swimming pool from its own terrace. That direct access gives the convenience of a pool at the doorstep without the maintenance responsibilities of a standalone plot.

The terrace and what the community includes

Stepping out from the lounge, the 7 m2 west-facing terrace sits directly beside the communal lawn and water. Seven square metres is enough for a table and four chairs, though not for rows of sun loungers, which hardly matters when the shared grass is right in front of the step. Being this close to the water is practical for anyone who swims daily, though a buyer should visit in the afternoon to judge the level of activity around the pool edge.

Inside the 86 square metres

The 86 m2 built area is divided between two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a single room for cooking, dining, and sitting. Having an open-plan kitchen connected to the lounge and dining area prevents the cook from being shut away and makes the best use of the footprint, though it means cooking smells and noise share the same room as the television. Pairing two bathrooms with two bedrooms avoids morning queues when guests stay over.

Condition, furniture, and beachside position

Because the flat has been recently renovated and is sold fully furnished—excluding only personal effects and a few paintings—a buyer can take the keys without managing contractors or waiting on furniture deliveries. On the ground, this 2 bedroom ground floor apartment with private pool in Atalaya functionality sits on the sea side of the main coastal road near the Atalaya Hotel. Walking to the beach does not require crossing the highway or using a footbridge, a detail that makes a daily difference on this stretch of the Costa del Sol.