Solenne, Puerto del Almendro: boutique new-build apartments in Benahavís
A small residence of 21 homes with an indoor pool, spa and golf simulator, 8 minutes from San Pedro. Some homes have their own pool.
Last updated: 20 October 2026
About Solenne
Solenne has 21 homes. That small number is the key argument: you share the facilities with few neighbours, and those facilities are more extensive than you would expect in such a small residence. There is an outdoor pool with sea views, but also a heated indoor pool, a sauna, a Turkish bath, a gym with natural light and a golf simulator. The development is in Puerto del Almendro, an established urbanisation in the hills above San Pedro.
You choose between first-floor apartments, ground-floor homes with a garden area and penthouses with a solarium. All homes have 2 or 3 bedrooms. The two-bedroom penthouse currently on offer combines an 86 m² terrace with a 67 m² solarium. Some ground-floor homes and penthouses get their own pool. Every home comes with a garage space and a storage room, and the entrance and perimeter are monitored by cameras.
The design features large floor tiles that run from inside to outside and floor-to-ceiling windows. The kitchens are open-plan and fitted with high-quality appliances. Lighting and climate are controlled by home automation. According to our data, completion is planned for 1 September 2029, but other sources mention the second quarter of 2028. We put that discrepancy on the table for every buyer first.
Amenities
- Outdoor pool with sea views
- Heated indoor pool
- Sauna and Turkish bath
- Gym
- Golf simulator
- Private pool with some homes
- Garage space and storage room
- CCTV
- Home automation
- Lift
Solenne in figures
Prices per m² vary widely in this development: from €5,249 to €10,907, with a median of €7,630. That is about 3 per cent below the new-build median in Benahavís, but 36 per cent above resale homes. The spread is partly because the stated areas seem to be calculated differently per home, so always compare on the plans. A third bedroom costs around €260,000 extra here, from €1,050,000 to €1,310,000. Outdoor space has a median of 25 per cent of the living area, less than at many developments in the municipality. With VAT, stamp duty, notary and lawyer, the entry-level home costs around €1,186,600, some 13 per cent extra.
| Price | € 1.050.000 |
| VAT (IVA) 10% | € 105.000 |
| Stamp duty (AJD) 1.2% | € 12.600 |
| Notary and land registry (estimate) | € 6.300 |
| Lawyer 1% + VAT (estimate) | € 12.700 |
Around 13.0% on top of the price in total. All purchase costs explained.
| 2 bedrooms | from €1,050,000 |
| 3 bedrooms | from €1,310,000 |
Terrace, solarium and garden combined, as a percentage of the living area (median). That is more than 42% of new developments in Benahavís. Largest outdoor space: 153 m².
Planned completion September 2029. For half of the new developments in Benahavís, completion is within 4 months.
Calculated by Imagine Marbella on 20 October 2026 from the current listings of 12 new developments in Benahavís 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
Puerto del Almendro lies at around 121 metres above sea level along the road linking San Pedro with Ronda. It is an established, green urbanisation among the valley's golf courses, with villas and smaller residences. You live in peaceful hill surroundings, yet the coast is close. Benahavís has around twelve golf courses, some of them just a few minutes' drive away. For most shopping you drive to San Pedro.
You reach the centre of San Pedro in 8 minutes by car, as you do the nearest Mercadona and Laude school. El Higueral Golf is 5 minutes away. San Pedro beach and Puerto Banús are both around 11 minutes away, the village of Benahavís 10 minutes. HC Marbella International Hospital is 9 minutes away. Allow 54 minutes to Málaga airport.
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 Solenne along real roads and footpaths, not as the crow flies.
| Destination | On foot | By car |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest beach (Playa de San Pedro) | 7.3 km, 11 min | |
| Supermarket (Mercadona) | 3.7 km, 50 min | 4.3 km, 8 min |
| Golf course (El Higueral Golf) | 2.2 km, 30 min | 2.2 km, 5 min |
| International school (Laude school) | 5.9 km, 8 min | |
| Hospital (HC Marbella International Hospital) | 6.7 km, 9 min | |
| Puerto Banús | 8.2 km, 11 min | |
| Marbella old town | 17.2 km, 18 min | |
| San Pedro town centre | 4.8 km, 8 min | |
| Estepona town centre | 23.1 km, 22 min | |
| Benahavís village | 6.1 km, 10 min | |
| Málaga airport | 67.6 km, 54 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. Solenne sits at around 121 metres above sea level.
According to the project data, all homes on offer have sea views. One agent mentions a south and south-east orientation; we check for each home how open the view is per floor.
Homes and finishes
According to the project description, Solenne will have large-format floor tiles, open kitchens with top-level appliances, bathrooms with vanity unit, mirror and shower screen, and home automation for lighting and climate. Hot water and underfloor heating come from an aerothermal heat pump. The energy rating is B. For each home we request the technical sheet and the plans, check the bank guarantee on stage payments and verify which homes have their own pool and what that means for community fees.
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 Solenne through Privé.
Available homes in Solenne
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penthouse | 2 | 2 | 104 m² | 153 m² | – | € 1.050.000 |
| Apartment | 2 | 2 | 221 m² | 32 m² | – | € 1.160.000 |
| Apartment | 3 | 2 | 243 m² | 37 m² | – | € 1.310.000 |
| Ground floor apartment | 3 | 2 | 192 m² | 48 m² | – | € 1.465.000 |
| Ground floor apartment | 3 | 3 | 193 m² | 75 m² | – | € 2.105.000 |
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Our honest verdict on Solenne
Strengths
- Just 21 homes, with spa, indoor pool and golf simulator for residents
- San Pedro, supermarket and school 8 minutes away by car
- Penthouses with generous terrace and solarium, some with their own pool
- Underfloor heating, aerothermal energy and home automation as standard
- Price per m² slightly below the new-build median in Benahavís
Points to consider
- Completion date unclear: our data says September 2029, other sources the second quarter of 2028
- A third bedroom costs around €260,000 extra
- Limited outdoor space in the apartments: 32 to 37 m² of terrace
- Prices vary widely between portals; ask for the current price list
- According to one agent, only a few homes are still available
Who is Solenne right for?
Solenne suits buyers looking for a small-scale residence with resort-style facilities, who want to live close to San Pedro and Puerto Banús without being in the hustle and bustle. It is interesting for those who spend a lot of time in Spain and will really use the spa and gym. If you want to move in quickly or want a large terrace at a lower price, you are better off looking at other developments.
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 Solenne
When will Solenne be completed?
Our data gives 1 September 2029, while two agents mention the second quarter of 2028. We request the construction schedule and licences from the developer before you reserve, so you know which date is right.
How many homes are still available at Solenne?
The development has 21 homes. Portals give widely differing figures on availability, from two to fourteen homes. We check the current position as soon as you show interest.
What facilities does Solenne have?
An outdoor pool with sea views, a heated indoor pool, a sauna, a Turkish bath, a gym and a golf simulator. Some ground-floor homes and penthouses also have their own pool.
Is Puerto del Almendro a good area to live in?
It is a quiet, green urbanisation in the hills above San Pedro, with golf courses nearby. You need a car, but San Pedro, schools and the beach are 8 to 11 minutes' drive away.
Do I pay more if I buy Solenne 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 Solenne, 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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