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Property Features
- 5 Bedrooms
- 6 Bathrooms
- 923m² / 9,935 ft² Build Size
- 1,875m² / 20,183 ft² Plot Size
- Private Pool
- A/C Throughout
- Internet
- Sea views
- Urban location
- Easy access
- Mains Water
- Mains Electric
- Sold December 2011
Villa for Sale in Estepona, Málaga - 2,500,000 Euros
This stunning villa is finished to the highest possible standard. No expense has been spared. Typical Andalusian bodega, gymnasium, indoor and outdoor swimming pool, underfloor heating, intelligent system separate staff quarters are to name but a few of the features. The purchase price has been reduced from 8.6 million Euros to 5.800.000,00 Euros but bids submitted so VIP Almeria closing price €2.5 Million.
Situated on the new Golden Mile in the best front line beach location on a small and unique urbanization securely positioned between the 5 Star Kempinski Hotel and the new 5 star Mar Azul beach development.
CASA LA VELETA Plot size 1,875m2 Built 900m2 Electric gates lead into a car parking area with a double garage. Access to the villa is through two Double wooden entrance gates that open into a magnificent 200m2 enclosed Andalucian style courtyard, with Bar-B-Q and outside dinning area, around which the villa is constructed. The main accommodation areas of the villa consist of the following: - Main entrance hall with steps down into an open plan lounge and dinning room separated by a 2 way living fire and chimneybreast. The ceiling height rises to five metres with concealed lighting. The stunning panoramic sea views from the lounge and dinning room across the Mediterranean to Gibraltar and North Africa will take your breath away. The covered terrace off the lounge is a comfortable place to sit or dine while taking in the view. Leading off the main entrance hall is a spacious fully fitted kitchen with a central station internally fitted with separate hob, griddle and deep fat fryer. Off the kitchen is a separate breakfast room, a utility room that can also access the garage and drying area; all of these rooms also enjoy magnificent sea views. Step out of the kitchen door onto a terrace with steps leading down to the outside pool area, which is beachside. There is plenty of room for sunbathing on the terracotta terraces that surround the out door heated pool and overlook the beach. There is a fully tiled changing room off the pool terrace with shower and toilet facilities and a further room outside that can be used for permanent staff accommodation. Back in the villa there are two downstairs cloakrooms. Spacious high ceiling hallways lead to the four downstairs guest bedrooms. All bedrooms have fitted wardrobes, en suite bathrooms with independent showers, toilet and bidet. All bathrooms have electric under floor heating (for speed of service) controlled via a thermostat. One bedroom is currently being used as an office suite but can easily be converted back to a bedroom. From the hall go up the main marble stair way to the privately situated master bedroom suite, accessed through double doors with high wooden vaulted ceilings. Leading off a very large bedroom area is a spacious walk-in fitted dressing room that in turn leads into a magnificent bathroom en suite with a central round Jacuzzi bath, his and hers vanity stations, shower, toilet and bidet. Step outside the patio doors from the bedroom onto 100M2 of marbled terraces that enjoy the best of the sea views that can also be seen through every window and door upstairs. There are stairs leading from the ground floor hall to the lower level and entertainment area of the villa. You are first struck by a typical Andalucian bodega (wine cellar) built from various styles of Spanish pavoure bricks and viewed through a floor to ceiling glass wall in the square hallway. Also leading off the hallway there are 3 sets of double doors. The first set open into the magnificent games room which has a full size antique billiard table made from Brazilian mahogany with turned tulip legs and matching score board, manufactured by Ormes of Manchester, a large bar and seating area with a glass door leading into the fully stocked and acclimatized bodega. Through the second set of double doors is a toning table studio with a full set of seven beds, this room will easily convert into a cinema room. The remaining doors open into a fully equipped gymnasium with solid oak flooring. The matching equipment consists of an exercise bike, rowing machine, step machine, running machine, weight bench with weights and a multi gym. Off the gym is a marble tiled changing room with sauna, steam room, double shower and toilet facilities. A set of stairs leads from the gym up to the indoor pool complex, which has a 12 metre long fully tiled and heated swimming pool with a separate round Jacuzzi spa pool. The indoor pool area can also be accessed by double glass doors that lead into the outside enclosed courtyard area. The villa was constructed by English contractors and finished to the highest possible standard. No expense has been spared. The best materials available have been used, mainly imported from England, Italy and Germany. The marble and stone used was selected in Italy and shipped to Spain to be specifically cut and finished to the owners specification in Mojacar, Almeria, were the best cutting factories in Spain are located. The latest computerized Smart House Technology has been installed with automatic walk in lighting. An independent Smart ring main is installed throughout the house so that the system can take advantage of any new technical developments if required. The villa benefits from a secure infrared alarm system linked to a central station operated by Prosegur Alarms. An interior and exterior camera system can easily be added, if required, that can be monitored by the Prosegur central station and accessed and operated via computer or telephone by the owner worldwide. The villa is situated in a safe urbanization that benefits from the security employed by the Kempinski Hotel and Mar Azul. The villa has three independent heating systems. Under floor heating, serviced by hot water, a thermostatically controlled central heating system serviced by 29 modern Vasco spiral radiators each with independent thermo valves. The primary source of energy for hot water and the heating systems is Solar powered panels with a secondary gas powered boiler system that automatically cuts in when the solar power is not sufficient. Should the gas supply run out or not work for any reason the system will automatically switch to electric until the gas supply is replenished. A 5.000 litre sunken gas tank services the gas system. There is also hot and cold air conditioning throughout that can be independently controlled from every room. All windows and doors are double glazed with laminated, sound proofed security glass. All exterior windows and doors have electronic security shutters that can be independently operated at source or operated via the smart house system that can command all the shutters to rise or fall at the touch of one button or just the ground floor, bedroom or kitchen etc. An emergency lighting system services all areas should there be a power failure. An in house music system pipes music to every room, bathroom and corridor via a central station in the lounge, which can be serviced by any make of sound system (currently Bang & Olufsen). An independent control panel situated in all bedrooms and main areas allows guests to select the radio station of their choice or plug in their personal Ipod. A fully computerized automatic watering system services the gardens and all flower and plant containers. This villa has to many special features to be included in these details and can only be fully appreciated by a viewing.
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Median Price
2,708.56€ per m²
251.63€ per ft²
Costing Breakdown
* Transfer tax is based on the sale value or the cadastral value whichever is the highest.
* Conveyancing not included
* The rates applied are the highest, and the buyer may, due to their characteristics, benefit from some tax deductions. The property D.I.A. is available at our office according to the decree 218/2005 of 11th of October that regulates the information regulation for the consumer in the purchasing-selling of property in Andalusia.
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About VIP Almería: Value In Property
Our Philosophy: At VIP Almería, our name stands for what we deliver—Value In Property. We aid you in making an informed decision by ensuring a simple, clear understanding of the real estate process with no hidden clauses, sales jargon, or small print. By seamlessly combining qualified real estate expertise with professional energy assessments under one roof, we provide our clients with a distinct financial edge. Whether you are selling a beachside villa or buying an investment apartment, our cross-coast presence ensures your transaction is optimized for both market value and modern energy efficiency.
Forward-Thinking Leadership: Driving Assets, Not Obligations
In 2026, Niall McCann assumed leadership of VIP Almería, bringing a high-calibre background with premium global leaders such as BMW. Applying the same precision, innovation, and client-centric standards expected in the luxury automotive sector, Niall’s vision is focused on future-proofing our clients' real estate portfolios.
Under his direction, VIP Almería is heavily focused on navigating the upcoming European Union 2030 Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD). Our absolute priority is to ensure that your Spanish property remains a highly lucrative financial asset, rather than turning into a costly regulatory obligation.
Uncompromised Accreditation: Licensed, Qualified, & Regulated
To protect your investments, we maintain the highest levels of professional registration, legal compliance, and corporate accreditation across Spain and internationally:
- ANAI / API Certified (Asociado No. 01103): Qualified by the Asociación Nacional de Agentes Inmobiliarios. The API (Agente de la Propiedad Inmobiliaria) is the largest and most respected Spanish real estate organization. This title is issued by the Ministry of Public Works, Transport and Environment, guaranteeing highly qualified professionalism backed by comprehensive institutional supervision.
- GIPE Member (Asociado No. 3651): Affiliated with the Gestores Inmobiliarios Profesionales Europeos (Professional Real Estate Managers in Building Promotions), granting us a membership link to the European body CEPI.
- AIPP Advisory Board Member: In addition to being a trusted corporate business member of the Association of International Property Professionals, our founder Stephen Howlett is proud to serve as an elected advisory board member to the AIPP.
- NAR / CIPS Designated (NRDS ID: 061237049): Certified International Property Specialist and an member of the National Association of REALTORS®
- Fully Inscribed Registry: We are fully bonded, insured, and legally inscribed in the Registro Mercantil de Almería.
Our Coastal Footprint: Cross-Coast Expertise
From our foundational home base, our dual property brokerage and energy auditing team provides elite services across four iconic Spanish coastlines:
- Costa de Almería: Our historic home territory, focusing on the pristine environments of Mojácar, Garrucha, and Vera Playa.
- Costa Cálida: Serving the warm waters and premium golf hubs around the Mar Menor and Los Alcázares.
- Costa Blanca: Optimizing transactions and summer cooling efficiencies across the popular Alicante province.
- Costa del Sol: Providing high-end corporate property marketing and green asset valuations across Málaga's premium markets.
Over 20 Years of Community & Heritage
Founded by Stephen Howlett and Victoria Venturini, VIP Almería has been established in Mojácar Playa for over 20 years. Formed as a combined venture blending Stephen's elite focus on Sales and Administration with Victoria’s expertise in Sales and Marketing. Stephen Howlett in 2012 was awarded the "Almeria Area Expert" for the UK TV show "A Place in the Sun" - Summer Sun and over the years, has been interviewed about Mojacar and the surrounding Coastline. Steven has being involved in a number of other TV Shows showing property options to house hunters. Please see our profile Section on "A Place in The Sun" as well as a panel speaker at various cities showcasing Costa Almeria.
Nominated and winner of numberious real estate awards ober the years, Stephen Howlett was named as the Almeria Area expert by A Place in the Sun. He has also been involved in over a dozen successful TV shows which continue to this day. VIP Almeria have our own profile Section on "A Place in The Sun" which showcases our property listings, adding this to all major property portals including Rightmove Overseas to name a few options on where to see our listings advertised.
Embracing the Andalusian Identity
Our diverse client portfolio spans a wide mix of Northern European expats and Spanish nationals. We love helping people integrate into this fantastic, unspoiled natural area which boasts an incredibly strong cultural identity. Many cultural phenomena seen internationally as distinctively Spanish—such as the passion of Flamenco and the dramatic, historic Moorish-influenced architectural styles—are entirely Andalusian in origin.
The Market Today: Timing Your Investment
The property market presents a phenomenal window of opportunity. International buyers currently make up a staggering 23.4% of the Spanish property market. To put local growth into perspective, the permanent population of Mojácar alone has exploded by 41% (adding over 2,000 residents) since the year 2000.
There has never been a better time to consider Spain as a second home destination or long-term investment. The team at VIP Almería is here to present you with sound, straight-talking, and professional advice to secure your future.
At the VIP Almeria office communication is easy for us. We work with major national and international platforms to ensure marketing reach for our clients. Getting here is easy and we keep our website up to date with advice on how to get here from various airports. We do enjoy promoting our activity on social media such as our VIP Almeria Facebook page.
Our Buyers and Sellers are informed clients. Choosing a legal is equally as important as choosing the right agent, therefore we ask that when researching property options that you apply the same attention to an independent legal abogado. The Spanish word for a Lawyer is 'Abogado' and is the equivalent to a Solicitor or a Barrister in the UK or Ireland or Attorney in the United States.
We are here to present sound, straight talking advice as we are aware how daunting when purchasing overseas property, We are known as a very pro-active and progressive agency who works for the client's benefit.
V.I.P Almeria can offer you all types of properties ranging from new build to resale opportunities. We also hold collaborations with developers and banks to offer key ready products at vastly reduced prices.
We are a key company to this area for introduction due to our multiple property and area exhibitions throughout Europe. Our client portfolio varies between Northern European, International and Spanish. We want people to enjoy this fantastic unspoiled natural area and have assisted so many integrating to the region which has a strong cultural identity.
Real estate can be very intimidating to people are not familiar with its complexities hence why as an agent, we have the tools and resources to shortlist options that match the criteria. We know this market and how to deliver the finished article. Buying new or older house – calculate the extra works!
Our mentality and philosophy for selling has always been the same: DO NOT PUSH. When we are with a buyer, we always let the buyer steer the ship and make the final decision. We just provide the path to get there. As an Area expert, we have the tools and resources with the life experience to assist most questions and queries during the appointment. We feel that minute you start pushing as an agent, the buyer’s natural psychological defences will go up, and they start to think that you might just be trying to make a sale. So how can clients tell that they are working with an agent who has their best interest at heart?
Look at our testimonials, these are from real people and uploaded in their own words. You can see how area focused we are to help match the criteria requested, we present options however if it is not on our portfolio, we will point you in the right direction to make an informed decision.
This year we added so many new listings to our list of captivating locations. Creating unique memories all along the coastline from Mojacar to San Juan. We have created zonal area markers between Mojacar to San Juan with every beach having its own page highlighting recommendations and properties in that part of the beach.
We will continue to promote Costa Almeria and assist buyers with help to have their lifestyle and criteria matched. Buyers are treated to “Behind-the-Scenes” cover points of interest like local amenities, things to do that suit your lifestyle and area matching. Life is not just the Beach!!
Remember it is not just the house but the location. We are the only agent in this area that protect your freehold purchase with a 20-year title deed insurance as a gift. We offer real support and aftercare for our valued clients.
Our Sellers receive a breakdown of visits, feedback and fees payable should they consider an offer to reserve so they understand the net amounts plus comparisons of sale agreed in their neighbourhood. We also aid with all certification to be degree218 compliant.
As everyone is different in their needs and criteria; If the property you want is not already on our books, VIP Almeria are specialists in sourcing property investments to suit every need via our excellent and diligent collaborators. We use only like-minded agents with the same work ethic and who are regulated. We offer you what you want, not just what we have. This service costs you nothing extra. If you wish to consider us as a lead agent (Buyer's agent) we will be delighted to present all the options the area has, including area tours as location is so important.
Of all the services, we provide to home-buyers, one of the most essential is helping them seek out the best options available to them. Many people feel comfortable knowing that we put ourselves in their shoes and will offer insight of advantages or disadvantages in a particular area. It is important to have an entry and exit plan unless it is your forever home. We have developed some solid contacts in this area over the years, so before you commit yourself, please feel free to contact us and experience it for yourselves.
When you decide it’s the right time for you to make a move or step forward, we would love to hear from you. Thank you for taking the time to look up our details and considering VIP Almeria as your agent.