Vista Lago Residences, Real de la Quinta: designer villa with sea views in Benahavís
A four-bedroom villa with private pool and sea views, on a 2,406 m² plot in the gated section of Real de la Quinta. Stated completion: September 2026.
Last updated: 20 October 2026
About Vista Lago Residences
Vista Lago Residences is a small enclave of 18 villas on the hill of Real de la Quinta, the 200-hectare estate above San Pedro. Each villa has its own design and its own plot. We currently have one villa for sale: four bedrooms, four bathrooms, 498 m² built and a private pool. The asking price is €6,995,000.
What sets this development apart is the home-by-home approach. No two villas are the same, not even in furniture and interior design. The living room and terrace flow into each other: in key places, the glazing slides completely into the wall. There is also flexible space you can fill as you wish, for example as a gym, home office or cinema room. The development is going through BREEAM certification for sustainable building, and the energy rating of this villa is listed as B in the feed. Another portal page states A; we will have that confirmed before any reservation.
The area around the villas is still taking shape. Around a 36,000 m² lake there will be a residents' club, an artificial beach, an executive golf course with academy, a wellness centre with a heated 25-metre pool, tennis and padel, an equestrian centre and a boutique hotel. Some of this was still under construction at the last update. So do not count on everything being there from the day you get the keys.
Amenities
- Private infinity pool
- Gated community with guard post
- Home automation
- Glazing that slides fully into the wall
- Two parking spaces
- Fibre optic broadband
- Lake with residents' club (under construction)
- Golf course and golf academy (under construction)
- Wellness centre with heated 25 m pool (under construction)
- Tennis and padel
Vista Lago Residences in figures
At €14,046 per m², this is the most expensive square metre in our comparison: 79% above the €7,843 median for 12 new developments in Benahavís, and 151% above what resale homes in the municipality fetch per m² (€5,602). So you are mainly paying for design, plot and views, not for floor area. Factor in taxes and costs: 10% VAT (€699,500), stamp duty (€83,940), notary (€42,000) and lawyer (€84,600) bring the total investment to €7,905,040, or 13% on top of the price. The terrace measures 104 m², 21% of the built area. For a villa of this calibre that is modest, but the 2,406 m² plot more than makes up for it.
| Price | € 6.995.000 |
| VAT (IVA) 10% | € 699.500 |
| Stamp duty (AJD) 1.2% | € 83.940 |
| Notary and land registry (estimate) | € 42.000 |
| Lawyer 1% + VAT (estimate) | € 84.600 |
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 25% of new developments in Benahavís. Largest outdoor space: 104 m².
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
Real de la Quinta lies on a hillside north of San Pedro Alcántara, at around 295 metres above sea level. The estate borders a UNESCO biosphere reserve and has the mountains at its back. From here you look out over the coast towards the Strait of Gibraltar and, on clear days, Africa. The Vista Lago villas sit in their own gated section with two internal roads and a guarded entrance. It is a place for peace and space, not somewhere you stroll out to a café terrace.
In everyday life you use the car. The supermarket is a 16-minute drive, Playa de Levante beach 19 minutes, as is Puerto Banús. Aloha College, one of the well-known international schools, is 14 minutes away. The hospital is 21 minutes away, Marbella old town 28. Málaga airport is 63 minutes away, Gibraltar 72.
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 Vista Lago Residences along real roads and footpaths, not as the crow flies.
| Destination | On foot | By car |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest beach (Playa de Levante) | 9.2 km, 19 min | |
| Supermarket (Mercadona) | 7.2 km, 16 min | |
| International school (Aloha College) | 6.5 km, 14 min | |
| Hospital (HC Marbella International Hospital) | 9.7 km, 21 min | |
| Puerto Banús | 9.4 km, 19 min | |
| Marbella old town | 15.4 km, 28 min | |
| San Pedro town centre | 11.1 km, 21 min | |
| Estepona town centre | 29.4 km, 36 min | |
| Málaga airport | 68.6 km, 63 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 7:01 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. Vista Lago Residences sits at around 295 metres above sea level.
Our data confirms sea views for this villa. Given its hillside position, the view reaches as far as the Strait of Gibraltar; the exact orientation is not in the feed, so we check it on the plot itself.
Homes and finishes
The specifications are clearly above average. Minimalist, thermally broken aluminium sliding windows with solar control glass, partly motorised. Motorised louvres where energy regulations require them, linked to the home automation. Large-format porcelain on floors and bathroom walls, kitchen appliances from a top brand, wall-hung toilets and top-of-the-range taps. The terraces have a raised floor on porous concrete, so rainwater drains away invisibly. For every buyer, we compare the specification with what is actually installed, and have the warranty on windows and home automation set down in writing.
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 Vista Lago Residences through Privé.
Available homes in Vista Lago Residences
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villa | 4 | 4 | 498 m² | 104 m² | – | € 6.995.000 |
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Our honest verdict on Vista Lago Residences
Strengths
- Large private plot of 2,406 m² with maximum privacy between the villas
- Every villa individually designed, inside too; you are not buying a copy of your neighbour's
- Sea views to the Strait of Gibraltar from around 295 metres up
- Gated section with guarded entrance within a 200-hectare estate
- Strong technical specifications: pocket sliding glazing, home automation, BREEAM process
- Aloha College a 14-minute drive away, handy for families with school-age children
Points to consider
- Price per m² is 79% above the new-build median in Benahavís
- You cannot get anywhere without a car: supermarket 16 minutes, beach 19 minutes by car
- Stated completion of September 2026 has passed; another source mentions 2027, status to be checked
- Some resort facilities around the lake were still under construction at the last update
- Sources differ on floor area and energy rating; have the figures confirmed for each villa
Who is Vista Lago Residences right for?
This villa suits buyers who value privacy, architecture and space more than being within walking distance of the beach or town. Think of families looking for a permanent base with a school nearby, or anyone who wants a second home that will still stand out in ten years' time. If you want to do your daily shopping on foot, let the property quickly or keep a close eye on the price per m², you will find better options elsewhere in Benahavís.
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 Vista Lago Residences
How many villas does Vista Lago Residences have?
The development consists of 18 villas, each individually designed on its own plot. We currently have one for sale. Other villas may still become available through the sales team; we will keep an eye on that for you.
What does the villa cost in total, including taxes?
On an asking price of €6,995,000, add 10% VAT, stamp duty, notary and lawyer. By our calculation, you end up at €7,905,040, or 13% on top of the price. Mortgage costs are not included.
Is Real de la Quinta a good area to live in Benahavís?
If you wonder where wealthy buyers around Marbella live, the answer is often the hills of Benahavís. Real de la Quinta offers peace, sea views and security, but you do depend on the car.
When will the villa be ready?
The feed gave September 2026 as the completion date. That date has passed and another source mentions 2027. We will request the current construction status and visit the site before you decide.
Do I pay more if I buy Vista Lago Residences 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 Vista Lago Residences, 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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