South-facing terrace and street-level entry in Vistalmar Norte

A 38-square-metre private terrace faces south at the front of this home, looking out toward the sea and the surrounding landscape. This 3 bedroom ground floor apartment with golf views in Manilva sits inside Vistalmar Norte, a gated community in the La Duquesa area. Because it is a corner unit with neighbours on one side only, the layout brings in extra daylight and cuts down on shared-wall noise.

The terrace and the communal grounds

At 38 square metres, the outdoor area is large enough for both a dining table and loungers without crowding the doorway from the living room. Its south orientation means direct sun for most of the day, and the elevated position of the complex gives panoramic sea views from the ground level. Beyond the private terrace, the gated community maintains four communal swimming pools and shared gardens. Having four pools spread across the grounds distributes residents during the busier summer months.

Inside the 96-square-metre layout

Entry is directly from street level with no steps to reach the front door, a practical detail for anyone avoiding stairs or unloading heavy shopping. The 96 square metres of built area are shared between an open-plan living room, an equipped kitchen, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The main bedroom has an en-suite bathroom, while the second and third bedrooms share a bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower. All three bedrooms have fitted wardrobes. The apartment is sold unfurnished, so a buyer will need to factor in the time and effort of furnishing three bedrooms and a large terrace from scratch, though it avoids paying for someone else's taste.

Parking and driving times from La Duquesa

An underground parking space is included in the sale, keeping the car out of the summer heat. Vistalmar Norte is a residential complex where a car is necessary for daily errands. From this 3 bedroom ground floor apartment with golf views in Manilva, the nearest beach is a five-minute drive down the hill. The marina at Puerto de La Duquesa takes five to ten minutes by car for supermarkets, bars and restaurants. Heading further along the coast, Sotogrande is about 15 minutes away and the centre of Estepona is a 20-minute drive.