Villas in Estepona

Estepona is a small village and a fantastic holiday destination, close to the popular resorts of Marbella, Puerto Banus and Sotogrande. The town oozes an Andalusian charm and lots of traditional villas located in the residential areas, near the mountains or by the sea. Beachfront villas with direct access to the sand are ideal for families. Those villas in residential or mountain areas are just a short 10-minute drive from the beach. Have a great time in Estepona and enjoy the southern lifestyle of Spain including the culture, the leisure activities and its fabulous cuisine.

Find your villa in Estepona, where the whitewashed facades share the space with colourful flower pots decorating them. If you prefer a space in Estepona where you can enjoy all the luxury you deserve, nothing better than an exclusive detached villa. Either a few minutes walk from the beach or on the outskirts of the town to enjoy a greater degree of tranquility and privacy. You have the advantage of being able to choose from a wide variety of services depending on your preferences: terrace, garden, barbecue, swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, Internet, etc. Everything you need for an unforgettable stay.

Estepona offers tourists a total of 17 beaches. All of them are equipped with the basic facilities to guarantee your safety: showers, toilets, lifeguards, disabled access, hammock areas and chiringuitos, the Spanish beach bars. In addition to other additional services for those who enjoy the practice of water sports or who wish to perform sports in the same sand of the beach. The most popular is the Rada Beach, awarded with the Blue flag. It is located a few minutes from the centre, so it is very comfortable for those who want to walk after the dip. Other beaches are also great for a swim and a laid-back day under the sun including Bahía Dorada, Galera Beach, Costa Natura nudist beach or Cristo Beach.

Estepona offers a wide variety of very interesting proposals for the little ones to have a great time during the holidays. They can teach scuba diving to learn about the flora and fauna of the underwater world; participate in an organized dolphin watching route; visit Selwo Aventura Park, where you can see more than 2,000 animal species that live freely in their natural habitat; or take a trip to Júzcar, the Smurf town, where the houses are painted blue and there are numerous activities related to the theme.

Estepona’s old town is a beautiful part of this Andalusian destination with traditional cobblestone streets, colourful geraniums decorating the balconies and cute little corners waiting to be explored. Visit the Castillo de San Luis, the Clock Square and its bell tower. The smell of the orange trees fills in the air spreading a wonderful aroma around.

A visit to the Corominas site will take you back to prehistoric times. Behind Sierra Bermeja there is the Corominas megalithic interpretation centre. There you can access dolmens over 5,000 years old where burials were carried out during Prehistory. Of course, to visit them it is essential to request an appointment, usually on Saturdays. Learn more about this interesting site and know a bit more about its history.

This park is located just 12 miles from the centre of town, in the Sierra Bermeja, a natural environment of stunning beauty that offers spectacular views of the African coast and Gibraltar. The perfect place for those who enjoy hiking, mountain biking or horseback riding. It also has recreational areas for children and barbecue areas. On the top there is the hermitage of San Isidro Labrador, which can be visited on Sundays.

Estepona's cuisine is based on typical Andalusian dishes, where fish is the star of the menu. In any of its restaurants you can taste the traditional “espetos” (sardines), fried anchovies or a delicious octopus dish. Try some gazpacho, ajoblanco and campera soup, also traditional from this land. But if there is a dish that defines this town, that is without a doubt the trout of the Padrón. A unique species in the area that grows in the reeds of the Padrón River. With it, the "fritá" is elaborated. Absolutely delicious!

As the day falls, life continues in Estepona. After dinner, the best option is to have a drink in one of the bars on Calle Real and then walk to the Port, where most of the nightlife atmosphere happens. The area is distributed in two heights. The first one, with pubs attended by people between 20 and 35 years old; and the second, at the level of Puerto Deportivo, where there are numerous cocktail bars and restaurants of all kinds.

Just outside Estepona the terrain is mountainous so nature lovers will feel the call of nature and the Sierra Bermeja range inviting them for a hike. Enter pine woods, trek the slopes and enjoy the wild scene. There is also an equestrian centre that can arrange treks in the area if you prefer to have it all arranged by them. Enjoy nature at its best!

Whether you are a competitive golfer or a casual player in estepona you can find 8 golf courses within 20 minutes of town, including Valle Romano, opened in 2010, with a maximum handicap of 28 for gentlemen and 36 for ladies. There is also a municipal driving range to practise your swing and 2 nine-hole par-27s at El Campanario and Coto de la Serena.