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Costa del Sol, Spain - A Place in the Sun

2025 / Costa del Sol, Spain, Lucy Alexander on 14 November 2025

Costa del Sol, Spain, Lucy Alexander

House hunters Shukesi and Nitesh are looking for a holiday home on Spain’s Costa del Sol working with a budget of £300,000. Guided by Lucy Alexander will the couple love any one property enough to put in an offer? 

About the area

After a flight into Malaga’s airport, also known as the gateway to the Costa del Sol, it’s roughly an hour’s drive to the western end that’s generally defined as everywhere between Marbella and Sotogrande. There’s a handful of well-known spots at this quieter end of the Sunshine Coast, such as San Luis de Sabinillas, home to a great beach and promenade, and Puerto de la Duquesa, with its stunning marina lined with bars and restaurants — all offering a wonderful mix of traditional Spanish life alongside all the usual holiday activities.

At the western end of the Costa del Sol, there’s currently a bit of a property shortage, although a construction boom is underway. Finding a three-bedroom beachfront property for less than £600,000 is quite challenging, but fortunately, if you know where to look, there are still some affordable options.

 

Property 1

3 Bedroom Townhouse in Marina de Casares

As well as the communal pool and that private garden, there’s a roof terrace with views over the pool to the beach, and the living and dining room is on the ground floor, as is the separate kitchen with a courtyard utility space and a downstairs toilet. On the upper level are two double bedrooms and a bathroom, then up another is the main bedroom.

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Valued at £327,414 at the time of filming. 

Property 2

3 Bedroom Semi Detached Property in Casares Costa

This place has a huge ground-floor terrace, perfect for family get-togethers, and an upstairs balcony with views down to the communal pool. Inside it's modern with a living and dining room that leads to a separate kitchen. Once again, all three bedrooms are doubles, and the main has a dressing room space and an ensuite shower room. There’s also a small office, another shower room, and a separate toilet.

Valued at £301,724 at the time of filming. 

Property 3

3 Bedroom Townhouse in Bahia Las Rocas, Manilva 

This three-bedroom townhouse has a ground-floor terrace and balcony at the back and comes with a communal pool. There's a spacious, modern interior, with a living and dining room that leads through to the kitchen with a utility. The master suite, with access to the balcony, has a dressing area nicely separated off by built-in wardrobes and an ensuite shower room. There are two more bedrooms and a family bathroom.

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Valued at £323,275 at the time of filming. 

Property 4

4 Bedroom Semi Detached House in Casares

As well as that front garden, there’s a great space out the back with a private pool. Inside, there’s a double-height living room, and it’s open to a very modern kitchen dining space. There’s also a bedroom and a shower room downstairs. Upstairs, there are three more bedrooms varying in size and style, with one leading off another, and a second shower room.

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Valued at £343,966 at the time of filming.

Property 5

3 Bedroom Apartment in La Duquesa

As well as access to facilities, the private outside space is a reasonable size and has views over tennis courts to the beach and the mountains. Inside, the living and dining room is spacious, neutral, and has a good floor. The kitchen is in fair condition and has a utility space. The main bedroom has a dressing area and an ensuite bathroom, and the other two are both doubles, and there’s another bathroom.

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Valued at £335,345 at the time of filming. 

Hot Property

7 Bedroom Villa in Benahavis

Discover a villa that embodies the essence of extraordinary Spanish living, offering not just a home but an Andalusian masterpiece. Nestled within the private gated community of El Madroñal, this property stands atop a hill, creating a serene haven perfectly tailored for families. Within, the villa unfolds with a magnificent main suite and five bedrooms, accompanied by a separate guest flat. Each room exudes beauty and natural light, complemented by an impressive country kitchen. The living experience is elevated with a sophisticated spa, a stylish bar area, a cosy fireplace, a barbecue space, and a lively games room. 

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Valued at approximately £6,724,137 at the time of filming.