Villa for sale in La Zagaleta, Benahavís

An exceptional, move-in-ready contemporary villa commanding an expansive, mostly flat plot of 5,394 m² within La Zagaleta, Benahavís, widely celebrated as Europe's most secure and prestigious private residential estate. Positioned to take full advantage of elevated vistas, this modern residence delivers unobstructed, panoramic views over the Mediterranean Sea, valleys, and mountain peaks from every floor. Encompassing 958 m² of interior living space and 490 m² of expansive terraces, the property brings together clean architectural lines, open-concept spaces, and high-specification finishes throughout. A sweeping private driveway leads to an impressive glass façade and a grand double-height entrance gallery featuring a bespoke floating architectural staircase that rises to a private rooftop solarium. The main level is designed for effortless daily living and grand-scale entertaining, comprising a formal salon, an elegant dining room tailored to host 12 guests, a dedicated TV lounge, and a private home office. The state-of-the-art chef's kitchen is fully equipped with high-end appliances, an executive central prep island, an informal breakfast area, and a walk-in pantry. Completing this floor are a discreet guest powder room and a generous en-suite guest bedroom suite. Expansive floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors merge the interior living spaces with deep covered and open terraces, an alfresco dining area with built-in BBQ, a fully equipped summer kitchen, and a private swimming pool surrounded by manicured lawns and lush subtropical landscaping. The upper level is arranged into two dedicated residential wings. The primary wing is devoted to an indulgent master sanctuary featuring panoramic coastal views, dual "his and hers" custom dressing rooms, and two separate en-suite bathrooms. The secondary wing hosts two large guest bedroom suites, one of which opens to its own private sun terrace. The garden level provides a private in-house wellness and entertainment pavilion, complete with an indoor heated pool, traditional sauna, steam bath, fitness gym, and dedicated shower/changing facilities. Adjacent to the spa is a generous entertainment clubroom equipped with a sit-up bar, lounge area, pool table, and a climate-controlled glass wine cellar. This level also includes a self-contained apartment complete with its own kitchen and private bathroom, perfect for permanent live-in staff or visiting guests. Complementing the residence is an enclosed four-car private garage along with driveway parking for up to six ‌vehicles. ‌Situated ‌just ‌moments from ‌La Zagaleta's south ‌gate, ‌clubhouse, and ‌equestrian facilities, the estate benefits from 24-hour guarded ‌security, ‌two private championship ‌golf ‌courses, ‌and ‌an ‌operational ‌helipad.