Serene Atalaya, Atalaya Golf: move-in ready villas with garden in Estepona
Semi-detached and detached villas with 3 bedrooms, private garden and terraces, in a gated community with saltwater pools. Key-ready, so no waiting.
Last updated: 20 October 2026
About Serene Atalaya
With most new builds on the coast, you pay today and wait two years. Serene Atalaya is different: the homes are finished. You can view them, touch the finishes and move in shortly after the deed signing. It is a gated community of semi-detached and detached villas, all with 3 bedrooms, in the Atalaya golf area between Estepona and Marbella.
The villas are built for family life. Downstairs is an open-plan living and dining area with a fitted open kitchen, plus a guest toilet. You have 2 or 3 bathrooms, a private garden and terraces, and some homes also have a rooftop solarium. The communal gardens have two saltwater pools, including a separate children's pool with a gentle, beach-style entry. An automatic gate closes off the community, and parking is under metal pergolas or in a garage.
We have three homes available, from €775,000 to €900,000. The cheapest is a semi-detached villa with 227 m² built, a 41 m² terrace and a 14 m² solarium. The most expensive is a detached villa with 205 m² built, a 74 m² terrace and a 276 m² plot. The development was built in phases; the last phase was completed in September 2025.
Amenities
- Two saltwater pools
- Separate children's pool
- Gated community with automatic gate
- Private garden
- Solarium on some villas
- Garage or covered parking
- Storage and laundry room
- Underfloor heating and air conditioning
- Video entry phone
Serene Atalaya in figures
Serene Atalaya is one of the few new developments in Estepona below the average: at €4,390 per m² it is 13% below the typical new build (€5,038) and also 13% below resale homes (€5,021). Only 22 developments in the municipality are cheaper per m². With VAT, stamp duty, notary and lawyer, the €775,000 semi-detached villa comes to around €875,800. More importantly, that home is key-ready, while other new builds in the municipality still have an average of 8 months of construction to go. So you are not paying years of instalments without being able to use anything. Outdoor space is average: 36% of the living area, with terraces of up to 74 m².
| Price | € 775.000 |
| VAT (IVA) 10% | € 77.500 |
| Stamp duty (AJD) 1.2% | € 9.300 |
| Notary and land registry (estimate) | € 4.600 |
| Lawyer 1% + VAT (estimate) | € 9.400 |
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 48% of new developments in Estepona. Largest outdoor space: 74 m².
Calculated by Imagine Marbella on 20 October 2026 from the current supply of 71 new developments in Estepona 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
Atalaya Golf lies on the eastern edge of Estepona, on the border with Marbella and Benahavís. The area is green and residential, with villas, smaller developments and several golf courses nearby. The land sits at around 34 metres above sea level, slightly inland from the coast road. Thanks to the quick link to the A-7, you reach the coastal towns without driving through busy centres. San Pedro, with its shopping streets and promenade, is the nearest town centre.
With children, school is an important factor: The International School of Estepona is a 5-minute drive away, as is Mercadona. El Campanario golf course is 2 minutes by car or 12 minutes on foot. Isdabe beach and San Pedro town centre are each 8 minutes away, Puerto Banús 10 minutes. Málaga airport is a 55-minute drive.
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 Serene Atalaya along real roads and footpaths, not as the crow flies.
| Destination | On foot | By car |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest beach (Playa Isdabe) | 2.8 km, 36 min | 3.4 km, 8 min |
| Supermarket (Mercadona) | 1.7 km, 22 min | 2.6 km, 5 min |
| Golf course (El Campanario Golf Course) | 940 m, 12 min | 1.0 km, 2 min |
| International school (The International School of Estepona) | 2.5 km, 34 min | 2.7 km, 5 min |
| Hospital (HC Marbella International Hospital) | 6.4 km, 8 min | |
| Puerto Banús | 7.9 km, 10 min | |
| Marbella old town | 14.7 km, 19 min | |
| San Pedro town centre | 3.5 km, 46 min | 4.9 km, 8 min |
| Estepona town centre | 15.3 km, 19 min | |
| Benahavís village | 7.1 km, 10 min | |
| Málaga airport | 67.8 km, 55 min | |
| Gibraltar airport | 59.6 km, 56 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 7:02 on 21 June and sets at 21:41, giving 14.7 hours of daylight. On 21 December you still have 9.7 hours, with the midday sun at 30° above the horizon. Serene Atalaya sits at around 34 metres above sea level.
Sea views are not confirmed in our data. The developer mentions panoramic views from terraces and solariums in the last phase. On a viewing you can see for yourself what each villa offers from the roof.
Homes and finishes
Thanks to the specification list, we know fairly precisely what you get. The façades are brick-built with sprayed polyurethane insulation, with soundproofing walls between the homes. Floors are porcelain tiles, and windows have thermally broken aluminium frames and double glazing. A central aerothermal system provides hot water, air conditioning and underfloor heating. The front door is armoured, and the bathrooms have Solid Surface worktops and resin shower trays. The kitchen comes fully fitted. Because the villas are finished, we do a thorough walk-through with you and note every snag before the deed signing.
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 Serene Atalaya through Privé.
Available homes in Serene Atalaya
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached | 3 | 3 | 227 m² | 55 m² | – | € 775.000 |
| Semi-detached | 3 | 2 | 138 m² | 60 m² | – | € 800.000 |
| Villa | 3 | 3 | 205 m² | 74 m² | – | € 900.000 |
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Our honest verdict on Serene Atalaya
Strengths
- Key-ready: you see what you buy and move in shortly after the deed signing.
- Price per m² 13% below the average for new builds in Estepona.
- Private garden and terraces, plus a solarium on some of the villas.
- Underfloor heating and air conditioning via central aerothermal system; detailed specification list available.
- Two saltwater pools with a separate children's pool, ideal for families.
- International school and supermarket a 5-minute drive away.
Points to consider
- The beach is an 8-minute drive; on foot it takes 36 minutes.
- Semi-detached means you share a wall with your neighbours.
- A large, multi-phase development, so less intimate than a small one.
- Sources differ on the energy rating (A or B); we will have it confirmed.
- No spa or gym in the community, only pools and gardens.
Who is Serene Atalaya right for?
Serene Atalaya is made for families and for anyone looking for a home with a garden without waiting for a building site. If you are still getting to know the Spanish market, a home that already exists is an advantage too: no risk of construction delays. It is less suitable if you are looking for an apartment with extensive facilities, or want to walk to the beach.
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 Serene Atalaya
Are the Serene Atalaya villas really ready to move into?
Yes. The homes we offer are key-ready and the last phase was completed in September 2025. You can view them and move in shortly after signing the deed at the notary.
What does a villa at Serene Atalaya cost with all costs included?
With 10% VAT, stamp duty, notary and lawyer, the €775,000 semi-detached villa comes to around €875,800. We are happy to do the same calculation for the other homes, including any mortgage.
Is Serene Atalaya suitable for spending the winter?
Definitely. The villas have underfloor heating and air conditioning via aerothermal energy, and you are 5 to 10 minutes from a supermarket, hospital and Puerto Banús. In December you get almost 10 hours of daylight.
Why is Serene Atalaya cheaper per m² than other new builds?
These are terraced homes and villas in a large, phased development rather than apartments with a spa or sea views. You get more square metres for your money, but less shared luxury.
Do I pay more if I buy Serene Atalaya 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 Serene Atalaya, 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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