Benahavis

Benahavís is an exclusive and picturesque mountain village on the Costa del Sol, strategically located in a beautiful valley between the fashionable coast and the rugged Sierra de las Nieves. 

The history of the village is inextricably linked to the Moorish era, with the name derived from "Havis", the Arabic ruler who built the impregnable fortress of Montemayor on top of the mountain in the eleventh century. The climate is Mediterranean and extremely pleasant, with the sheltered position in the mountains providing mild winters and a refreshing breeze during the warm Andalusian summers.

The main attractions are the imposing ruins of the Montemayor castle and the adventurous Guadalmina river that has carved deep gorges into the rocky landscape of the region. The local gastronomy is central to the village's identity and daily attracts numerous foodies to the many high-quality restaurants specializing in juicy lamb and refined game dishes. For golf enthusiasts, Benahavís is an absolute paradise, as the municipality houses the highest concentration of golf courses in the region with prestigious clubs such as Los Arqueros and the exclusive La Zagaleta.

The residents form a cosmopolitan community of local Spaniards and wealthy international residents who appreciate the unprecedented privacy and the high level of security in the surrounding villa districts. The surroundings are characterized by dense cork oak forests, spectacular waterfalls, and an untouched nature that forms a dramatic contrast with the luxury of the nearby marinas on the coast. Living in Benahavís offers many advantages, including a very wealthy municipality with excellent public facilities, unparalleled tranquility, and the status of one of the most desirable residential locations in Europe.