Golden Eight, Cabopino: key-ready apartment with private pool in Marbella
A 3-bedroom ground-floor apartment with private pool and sea views in a development of just eight homes, facing south-west. Key-ready since August 2026.
Last updated: 20 October 2026
About Golden Eight
Eight homes, no more: that is what the name Golden Eight refers to. The development stands on the hill above Cabopino, in the east of Marbella, and faces entirely south-west, towards the sea and the evening sun. We still have one ground-floor apartment for sale at €1,790,000. It has been key-ready since August 2026 and has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, a private pool and sea views.
What sets this apartment apart is the indoor space. You get 334 m² built and 260 m² usable, more than many villas in this price range. Against that there is a 34 m² terrace and a 43 m² plot of land, which holds the private pool. Two parking spaces and a storage room come with the home. Another agent mentions 3 bathrooms instead of 2; we check this on the plan before you make an offer.
Golden Eight is not a resort with a spa and co-working. It is a small, gated development where every home has its own pool, so there is no need for a shared pool area. That keeps the community quiet and the community fees probably limited. The flip side: you do not share a gym or gardens with the neighbours, and for sport and relaxation you head to the golf course or the beach.
Amenities
- Private pool
- Gated development of eight homes
- Two parking spaces
- Storage room
- Private garden
- South-west orientation
Golden Eight in figures
Per m², Golden Eight is one of the sharper offers in Marbella: €5,359, or 23% below the new-build median (€6,948) and even 10% below resale homes (€5,967). Only 9% of developments in the municipality are cheaper per m². With VAT, stamp duty, notary and lawyer you pay around €2,022,880. The downside is outside: terrace and land together are small relative to the living area, at a ratio of 10%. Only 6% of new builds in Marbella have relatively less outdoor space. So here you are mainly buying indoor space with sea views, and a pool on a compact patch of garden.
| Price | € 1.790.000 |
| VAT (IVA) 10% | € 179.000 |
| Stamp duty (AJD) 1.2% | € 21.480 |
| Notary and land registry (estimate) | € 10.700 |
| Lawyer 1% + VAT (estimate) | € 21.700 |
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 6% of new developments in Marbella. Largest outdoor space: 34 m².
Calculated by Imagine Marbella on 20 October 2026 from the current supply of 36 new developments in Marbella and the average asking price of resale homes according to Idealista (September 2026). Costs are an estimate; we will prepare an exact calculation for you.
Location
Artola Alta, the higher part of Cabopino, overlooks the Artola dunes, a protected natural monument, and the small marina with its restaurants. The development stands at around 73 metres above sea level, which explains the sea views. The surroundings are green, with pines and villas, and far from the bustle of western Marbella. Cabopino's natural beach, with dunes and beach bars, is one of the most unspoilt stretches of coast in the municipality. The Cabopino golf course is close by.
Cabopino beach is a 5-minute drive or a 22-minute walk. An OpenCor is 3 minutes away by car. Colegio Alborán is 8 minutes away, Hospital Costa del Sol 10 minutes. Marbella's old town is 17 minutes away, Puerto Banús 22 minutes and Málaga airport 40 minutes.
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 Golden Eight along real roads and footpaths, not as the crow flies.
| Destination | On foot | By car |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest beach (Playa de Cabopino) | 1.7 km, 22 min | 1.9 km, 5 min |
| Supermarket (OpenCor) | 1.5 km, 20 min | 1.6 km, 3 min |
| School (Colegio Alborán) | 6.4 km, 8 min | |
| Hospital (Urgencias Hospital Costa del Sol) | 8.5 km, 10 min | |
| Puerto Banús | 23.8 km, 22 min | |
| Marbella old town | 14.0 km, 17 min | |
| Málaga airport | 42.0 km, 40 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 07:01 on 21 June and sets at 21:40, giving 14.7 hours of daylight. On 21 December that falls to 9.7 hours, with the midday sun 30° above the horizon. Golden Eight sits about 73 metres above sea level.
The home is listed with sea views and the development faces south-west, so it gets sun until the evening. As it is a ground-floor apartment, we check on site whether the view from the terrace remains unobstructed.
Homes and finishes
The sources are brief about the finish: the sales copy speaks of an innovative design and modern bathrooms, but we did not receive a specification. The energy rating is B. As the home is already finished, you can see the quality for yourself. During a viewing we check the finish of the windows and bathrooms, the installation of the private pool and the drainage of the terrace and garden, and we request the licence of first occupation, the energy certificate and the owners' association budget.
Payment schedule
As with most new builds on the Costa del Sol, you pay in instalments: a reservation fee, a portion on signing the purchase contract and during construction, and the balance on signing the deeds. Every payment made before completion must be covered by a bank guarantee. We will send you the exact payment schedule for Golden Eight through Imagine Privé.
Available homes in Golden Eight
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground floor apartment | 3 | 2 | 334 m² | 34 m² | – | € 1.790.000 |
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Our honest verdict on Golden Eight
Strengths
- Key-ready since August 2026, so ready to move into.
- Price per m² 23% below the median for new builds in Marbella.
- Private pool and 260 m² usable area for an apartment.
- Just eight homes, facing south-west with sea views.
- Cabopino's natural beach and dunes a 5-minute drive away.
Points to consider
- Little outdoor space: 34 m² terrace and 43 m² of land with 334 m² built.
- No communal facilities such as a gym or gardens.
- Number of bathrooms differs: 2 in our data, 3 according to another agent.
- Puerto Banús and western Marbella are 22 minutes away.
- You cannot manage here without a car: beach and supermarket are not within walking distance.
Who is Golden Eight right for?
Golden Eight suits buyers who want plenty of indoor space and a private pool at a reasonable price per m², in the tranquillity of eastern Marbella and close to the airport. It is also attractive if you prefer few neighbours and low community fees to resort facilities. If you want a large garden, shared facilities or life around Puerto Banús, you are better off looking elsewhere.
Why buy through Imagine Marbella?
With us you pay exactly the same price as buying direct from the developer. Our fee is paid by the seller, not by you. What you get on top is what makes the difference.
- Independent. We are not tied to any development. We compare the entire market and tell you honestly when a project is not right for you.
- Stronger at the negotiating table. Whenever there is room to negotiate, on price, payment schedule, finishes or a parking space, we know the market, the sales figures and the developers. We defend your interests; the seller defends theirs.
- Free extra services. We check licences, bank guarantees and specifications, provide legal support in your own language and plan viewings around your travel dates.
- Beyond the handover. We follow the construction, the handover and the after-sales with you, so you are never on your own.
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Frequently asked questions about Golden Eight
How many homes does Golden Eight have?
The development has eight 3-bedroom apartments, each with a private pool and sea views. We still have one ground-floor apartment for sale at €1,790,000.
Has Golden Eight already been completed?
Yes. According to our data, the apartment has been key-ready since August 2026. So you pay everything on signing the deeds and can view the home in its final state beforehand.
Is it possible to spend the winter on the east side of Marbella?
Certainly. In December you have around 9.7 hours of daylight, and thanks to the south-west orientation the terrace gets sun until late in the afternoon. The airport is 40 minutes away, handy if you fly back and forth regularly.
How does Golden Eight differ from other developments in Cabopino?
Golden Eight is smaller and more keenly priced per m² than most new builds in the area, and every home has its own pool. On the other hand, there are no shared facilities and the outdoor space is compact.
Do I pay more if I buy in Golden Eight 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 Golden Eight, that comes to around 13.0% in total.
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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