Luxury villas

Integrating modern architecture with the natural and cultural surroundings is a challenge that can lead to impressive results when approached with creativity and sensitivity.

Nestled along the picturesque northeastern coast of Spain in the Catalonia region, Costa Brava is emerging as a coveted destination for foreigners seeking luxury real estate.

Perched majestically in Caldera del Rey (Adeje) on the Island of Tenerife, this luxurious estate is a gem of the Canary Islands real estate market.

The Agency, a US real estate company specialising in the prime segment, has launched its expansion into southern Spain by publishing its first Annual Real Estate Market Report on Marbella and the Costa del Sol. This report highlights the current and future trends of the luxury market in this region, confirming its dynamism. Nationally, the Spanish real estate market attracts international investors.

Galicia's favourable weather conditions, with mild winters and balmy summers, are driving a growing demand for property in the region. According to luxury real estate specialist Lucas Fox, this trend is reflected in international, national and local buyers. Areas of greatest interest are in the south of the region, especially around Pontevedra and Vigo, known as the Rías Baixas.

This wonderful, luxurious Andalusian farmhouse in the Sierra de Aracena Natural Park in Huelva province just 30 minutes from Seville is for sale for €5 million. The 800 m2 house has eight suites, six bathrooms and a toilet, a spacious dining room and a fitness area with a sauna and jacu

Luxury villas for sale in Barcelona capture the essence of high-end living in one of Spain's most vibrant cities.

Mallorca, the jewel of the Mediterranean, offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes and rich cultural diversity. This has made the island a hotspot for luxury real estate, attracting affluent buyers from around the world, particularly from Germany, the UK, and Scandinavia.

"The first thing that will catch your attention when you come to l'Ampolla is that anything is possible in this town. The sea, the land and the river create such diverse landscapes that the Mediterranean is enviously sitting in Fangar Bay, contemplating the mirages created each new day".

You can find real architectural gems in Spain, many of which are for sale on idealista. This 17th-century manor house is certainly an example and has become one of the most viewed properties on the portal these days.

Marbella has incredible homes worth viewing. One is located on the Golden Mile, on the beachfront, and is for sale on idealista for €22m. The 454 m2 penthouse, located in a private complex with 24-hour reception, has six bedrooms and eight bathrooms. Its impressive terrace has a private pool, a barbecue and incredible views. Common areas include a gym, a solarium and large green spaces.

Sotogrande, the iconic luxury and sporting retreat pioneered by Joseph McMicking six decades ago, is reinventing itself with a new project from the real estate developer (Sotogrande) controlled by the British fund Orion. Aqua, a dream villa designed by Ark, can be found in the exclusive La Reserva district, marking a milestone in the community's revival as an elite destination.

Spain's luxury residential market is experiencing a boom. Climate, infrastructure, quality of life and security are the main reasons why buyers of luxury and ultra-luxury homes (over €5 m) choose Spain to live in. Marbella is one of the epicentres of ultra-luxury. Specifically, the most expensive square metre is in homes on Marbella's beachfront in Marina Puente Romano complex, reaching €30,000 per square metre. And when the property is good... the sale takes place “off market”, that is, it does not go on sale publicly and takes only between one and three months to sell.

One segment that knows very little about recession is the luxury housing market. As it continues at a good pace, experts predict it will grow during the second quarter of 2024. It should be noted that, while the rest of the residential segments have been slowing down during 2023, it has remained resilient and Spain is ranked as the fourth destination luxury worldwide. Madrid, Murcia and the Canary Islands will be the most appealing areas for non-residents.

Looking to make your dream of owning a holiday home or luxury villa in Spain a reality? Whether you're actively searching or simply exploring your options, you've come to the right place.

A new branded-residence project arrives in Spain with the help of Higuerón Developments. The luxury home developer has announced a €26 million investment to develop an exclusive residential complex in Malaga that will have 26 designer flats and six villas with sea views and extra services, such as a spa or yacht reservations.

The luxury real estate agency Engel & Völkers assures that Americans have increasingly more weight in their portfolio. In 2023, this nationality represented 2% of all the company's transactions in Madrid, while in Barcelona it represented almost 5% and in Valencia, close to 7%.

These luxury homes with sea views offer an unrivalled degree of exclusivity and are meticulously designed to satisfy the most demanding standards.

Nestled in the prestigious enclave of Nova Santa Ponsa in the southwest of Mallorca, this newly constructed designer villa epitomises contemporary luxury living.

Pure Living Properties, an agency specialising in the premium market, has designed a guide analysing all the steps and current costs of the process. According to this study, the price of designing, building and providing technical facilities and furniture for a luxury villa with gardens and pool is currently around €5.1 million.

The high-end residential market in Madrid continues to attract foreign investment, especially American buyers, who consider the region as the “European Miami”, according to Lucas Fox, the real estate agency specialising in luxury housing. According to its data, renovating a home in the capital's 'prime' neighbourhoods can increase its price by more than 70% to over €10,000/m2. Jerónimos (€20,800/m2), Recoletos (€17,300/m2) and Goya (€15,000/m2) stand out the most but La Moraleja (€12,000/m2) and Pozuelo (€11,500/m2) are also noteworthy.

Knight Frank's latest 'Wealth Report 2024' on the luxury market reveals what $1m can buy in the most expensive real estate markets in the world. Prime housing prices remain high in Monaco, Hong Kong and Singapore, where $1m can barely buy 15 to 30 m2 of luxury property. In Spanish destinations, the values change from 96 m2 in Madrid to just 50 m2 in Ibiza.

Colliers ramps up its commitment to luxury housing and opens an office in the heart of the Costa del Sol. According to idealista/news, the real estate consultancy firm chose Bulevar Príncipe Alfonso de Hohenlohe on Marbella's Golden Mile for this new space.

Madrid and Barcelona are among the top 10 cities in the world where the price of luxury housing will grow the most in 2024, according to forecasts from Savills' 'World Cities Prime Residential' index.

According to the latest Global Property Handbook report by Barnes, Madrid has been ranked the fourth favourite city by high net worth individuals (HNWI), or in other words, wealthy people, to buy a home.