Blue Wave, Bahía de las Rocas: sea-view townhouses in the hills of Manilva
Three-bedroom townhouses with aerothermal heating and views as far as the Strait of Gibraltar, in a complex with a clubhouse, spa and infinity pool. Completion scheduled for December 2027.
Last updated: 20 October 2026
About Blue Wave
At 180 metres above sea level, in the Bahía de las Rocas development, Blue Wave is taking shape: a new neighbourhood of 3-bedroom townhouses that all face the sea. On clear days the view reaches as far as the Strait of Gibraltar and the African coast. The home available in our data costs €410,000 and has 125 m² built, 2 bathrooms, a 28 m² terrace and a parking space. Completion is scheduled for December 2027.
According to other sources, the project comprises 66 townhouses spread across several blocks. The layout varies by block: some homes get a private garden, and corner houses and one block are said to have their own pool. The home we review here has no private pool. Technically, it is well equipped: air conditioning, an aerothermal system and a kitchen with upper-range appliances. The energy rating is B.
The communal facilities are for residents only: an infinity pool with sea views, a clubhouse with a spa and a fully equipped gym. The complex is gated. There is no show home yet, so you buy on the basis of plans, renders and the building specifications. That is exactly why it pays to visit the site and the surrounding development yourself first.
Amenities
- Infinity pool with sea views
- Clubhouse with spa
- Gym
- Gated complex
- Air conditioning
- Aerothermal heating
- Parking space
- Energy rating B
Blue Wave in figures
At €3,280 per m², Blue Wave is 15% cheaper than the Manilva new-build median (€3,880, 11 projects) and ranks among the two cheapest projects per m² in the municipality. Compared with resale homes in Manilva (€3,043 per m², idealista, September 2026), you pay 8% more. On the other hand, your outdoor space is limited: the 28 m² terrace comes to 22% of the living area, one of the lowest ratios in Manilva. With all costs, you pay around €463,420: €41,000 VAT, €4,920 stamp duty, €2,500 notary and €5,000 lawyer. Completion is 14 months away, compared with a median of 8 months for other projects in Manilva.
| Price | € 410.000 |
| VAT (IVA) 10% | € 41.000 |
| Stamp duty (AJD) 1.2% | € 4.920 |
| Notary and land registry (estimate) | € 2.500 |
| Lawyer 1% + VAT (estimate) | € 5.000 |
Around 13.0% on top of the price in total. All purchase costs explained.
Terrace, solarium and garden combined, as a percentage of the living area (median). That is more than 9% of new developments in Manilva. Largest outdoor space: 28 m².
Planned completion December 2027. For half of the new developments in Manilva, completion is within 8 months.
Calculated by Imagine Marbella on 20 October 2026 from the current supply of 11 new developments in Manilva and the average asking price of resale homes in Manilva according to Idealista, September 2026. Costs are an estimate; we will prepare an exact calculation for you.
Location
Bahía de las Rocas is a residential development in the west of Manilva, in the hills above Punta Chullera and close to the border with the province of Cádiz. The area is quiet, mostly homes and plenty of open countryside. The elevation gives you sweeping sea views, but it also means you take the car for everything. Sotogrande lies on the other side of the border and is in practice your nearest hub for restaurants, a marina and international schools.
The measured distances are clear. La Chullera beach is a 13-minute drive, and so is Sotogrande marina. The nearest supermarket we found, an Eroski, is 14 minutes away. You can reach La Duquesa Golf in 18 minutes and Estepona hospital in 23. Gibraltar airport is 36 minutes away, Málaga airport 85.
We will send you the exact location and the address of the sales office when you request Privé access or book a viewing.
Distances, measured by us
Measured from Blue Wave along real roads and footpaths, not as the crow flies.
| Destination | On foot | By car |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest beach (Playa de la Chullera) | 7.4 km, 13 min | |
| Supermarket (Eroski) | 9.0 km, 14 min | |
| Golf course (La Duquesa Golf & Country Club) | 10.6 km, 18 min | |
| International school (Sotogrande International School San Roque Campus) | 14.0 km, 18 min | |
| Hospital (Hospital de Alta Resolución de Estepona) | 17.8 km, 23 min | |
| Port of La Duquesa | 10.5 km, 17 min | |
| Port of Sotogrande | 6.3 km, 13 min | |
| Casares village | 28.4 km, 37 min | |
| Estepona town centre | 22.5 km, 29 min | |
| Málaga airport | 103.4 km, 85 min | |
| Gibraltar airport | 28.2 km, 36 min |
Calculated with OpenStreetMap routes without traffic, on 20 October 2026. Walking times over an hour are omitted.
Sun, light and views
Here the sun rises at 7:03 on 21 June and sets at 21:42, giving 14.6 hours of daylight. On 21 December you still have 9.7 hours, with the midday sun at 30° above the horizon. Blue Wave sits at around 180 metres above sea level.
The home is advertised with sea views, and the description mentions views of the Strait of Gibraltar with the African coast in the distance. The exact orientation of the home is not stated; we check it on the site plan.
Homes and finishes
The description mentions air conditioning, an aerothermal system for energy-efficient comfort and a kitchen with upper-range appliances. Other sources mention double glazing, built-in wardrobes and an open-plan layout between kitchen, living and dining room with large windows. As this is an off-plan project, we request the full building specifications and the bank guarantee on every payment. We also compare the promised finish with recently completed townhouses in the area, so you know what to expect.
Payment schedule
As with most new builds on the Costa del Sol, you pay in instalments: a reservation deposit, a portion on signing the purchase contract and during construction, and the balance at the deed signing. Every payment before completion must be covered by a bank guarantee. We will send you the exact payment schedule for Blue Wave through Privé.
Available homes in Blue Wave
A selection, as of 20 October 2026. More homes are available than shown below; request the full price list.
| Type | Beds | Baths | Living area | Terrace | Garden | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Townhouse | 3 | 2 | 125 m² | 28 m² | – | € 410.000 |
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Our honest verdict on Blue Wave
Strengths
- €3,280 per m², 15% below the Manilva new-build median.
- Sea views as far as the Strait of Gibraltar, thanks to the position at 180 metres above sea level.
- Aerothermal heating and air conditioning, with energy rating B.
- Clubhouse with spa, gym and infinity pool, for residents only.
- Gated complex in a quiet residential development with plenty of open countryside.
Points to consider
- Supermarket 14 minutes and beach 13 minutes away by car; you cannot manage without one.
- 28 m² terrace, little outdoor space for a 3-bedroom home.
- Completion not until December 2027; other sources even mention early 2028.
- With 66 homes, this is no small complex.
- Málaga airport an 85-minute drive away.
Who is Blue Wave right for?
Blue Wave suits buyers who want sea views and a new home at a keen price, and who do not mind driving for groceries or the beach. Think of couples looking for peace and quiet, or families who use Sotogrande as their base. If you want to walk to the bakery or come on holiday without a car, you are better off with a project closer to Sabinillas or La Duquesa.
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Frequently asked questions about Blue Wave
How far is Gibraltar from Blue Wave?
Gibraltar airport is a 36-minute drive. That is noticeably shorter than the 85 minutes to Málaga. Do allow for possible waiting times at the border control, though.
When will Blue Wave be completed?
Our data says December 2027. Other sources mention first handovers in the first quarter of 2028. We keep an eye on construction progress for you and request bank guarantees on every payment.
Does a Blue Wave townhouse have its own pool?
The home we review here does not. According to other sources, only the corner houses and one block get a private pool. All residents can use the infinity pool with sea views, though.
Is Manilva a good place to live?
Manilva is quieter and more affordable than Marbella or Estepona, with its own marina and golf courses. From Bahía de las Rocas, Sotogrande is 13 minutes away, which widens the choice of restaurants and schools.
Do I pay more if I buy Blue Wave through Imagine Marbella?
No. You pay the same price as buying directly from the seller. Through us you also get independent advice, legal guidance and aftercare.
What costs come on top of the price of a new-build home?
In Andalusia, a new build carries 10% VAT (IVA) and 1.2% stamp duty (AJD), plus notary, land registry and lawyer's fees. For the most affordable home in Blue Wave, that adds up to around 13.0%.
About the author
Geert Eeckeleers, Managing Director of Imagine Marbella. Since 2018 he has guided buyers on the Costa del Sol, in English, French, Dutch and Spanish.
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