Casa Orquidea | 8-Bed Villa for Sale | El Herrojo Alto, Benahavis | Sea Views, Indoor Pool, Cinema

The outdoor environment maximizes the 1,963m² plot with carefully designed zones for entertainment and relaxation. The infinity-edge saltwater swimming pool appears to merge with the horizon, surrounded by sun terraces and covered outdoor dining areas. Professional landscaping incorporates Mediterranean native plants requiring minimal irrigation, while automated systems manage garden maintenance. The outdoor kitchen rivals indoor facilities with integrated refrigeration, wine storage, and professional cooking equipment. Six covered parking spaces within the private garage protect vehicles while providing additional storage. Electric blinds throughout the property allow precise light control, while the comprehensive security system integrates with the community’s 24-hour surveillance protocols.

El Herrojo Alto represents Benahavis’s most prestigious residential enclave, positioned within the broader La Quinta Golf resort community. This double-gated urbanization provides maximum security with 24-hour manned entrance control and perimeter surveillance, attracting international buyers seeking privacy and exclusivity. The location offers immediate access to La Quinta Golf & Country Club’s 27-hole championship course, designed by Manuel Piñero with three distinct 9-hole layouts. Los Arqueros Golf, designed by Severiano Ballesteros, lies just 10 minutes away, while Real Club de Golf Las Brisas and Aloha Golf Club are within 15 minutes. Educational facilities include Aloha College (15 minutes), offering British curriculum education, and The English International College (20 minutes) in Marbella. San Pedro de Alcantara’s town center provides comprehensive shopping and dining just 10 minutes away, while Puerto Banus’s luxury marina and nightlife scene is 15 minutes by car. Beach access is remarkably convenient with San Pedro beach reachable in 12 minutes, offering both public areas and exclusive beach clubs like Sala Beach and Mistral Beach. Malaga Airport connects to international destinations within 55 minutes via the AP-7 autopista. The immediate area attracts successful entrepreneurs, entertainment industry figures, and international families who value the combination of natural beauty, security, and proximity to Marbella’s amenities while maintaining residential tranquility.

La Quinta’s luxury villa market demonstrates consistent capital appreciation, with properties in El Herrojo Alto showing 8-12% annual growth over the past five years. The area’s limited inventory of ultra-luxury properties creates strong demand from international buyers, particularly from Northern Europe, the Middle East, and North America. Rental yields for luxury villas typically range from 4-6% annually, with peak season rates reaching €8,000-12,000 per week for properties of this caliber. The combination of golf course proximity, sea views, and gated community security appeals to both permanent residents and luxury vacation rental investors. Benahavis’s status as a tax-efficient municipality for high-net-worth individuals adds additional investment appeal, while the area’s reputation as the ‘dining room of the Costa del Sol’ continues attracting affluent residents and visitors.

Property Specifications:
• Reference: SV1477
• Property Type: Luxury Villa
• Price: €19,880,000
• Bedrooms: 8
• Bathrooms: 9
• Built Area: 1,696 m²
• Plot Size: 1,963 m²
• Terrace Area: 612 m²
• Location: El Herrojo Alto, La Quinta, Benahavis
• Orientation: South
• Pool: Private saltwater infinity pool
• Garden: Private landscaped Mediterranean garden
• Parking: Private garage for 6 vehicles
• Year Built: 2022 (brand new)
• Features: Air conditioning, central heating, underfloor heating (bathrooms), cinema room, gymnasium, indoor spa with pool and jacuzzi, home office, electric blinds, fireplace, covered terraces, mountain and sea views

Homewatch has specialized in Costa del Sol luxury real estate since 2015, developing unmatched expertise in Benahavis’s premium property market. Our bilingual team provides comprehensive support throughout the acquisition process, from initial viewing coordination to legal completion, ensuring international buyers navigate Spanish property law with confidence. We maintain exclusive relationships with the area’s finest properties and developers, often securing off-market opportunities before public listing. Our post-purchase services include property management, rental coordination, and ongoing maintenance support, making luxury property ownership seamless for international clients. With offices strategically located throughout the Costa del Sol, Homewatch delivers the local knowledge and professional service that discerning buyers expect when investing in Spain’s most prestigious residential markets.