Welcome to our unique luxury apartment with a large terrace and breathtaking panoramic views. From the garden by the pool, you can look out over the Costa del Sol coastline, with views of La Mairena and old Mijas. On a clear day, in the evening, you can see the lights of Morocco, and in winter, the peaks of the Sierra Nevada. For golf, paddle tennis, tennis, and fitness, a small one-time fee is charged on-site. The space Our spacious apartment (130 m²) features a large, beautifully furnished living room with a marble floor and sliding doors. The large adjoining terrace leads to the private garden and offers maximum privacy. From the comfortable 4-person buffalo sofa, you can enjoy the view and a modern smart TV with streaming services. In summer, air conditioning provides cooling; in winter, it is pleasantly heated. The double terrace has a comfortable lounge set for relaxing. Gather around the dining table with sangria and tapas to experience the ultimate Spanish vacation feeling. On the sun loungers in the garden, you can enjoy the sun and views of the pool, the sea, and the mountains. At the entrance, there is a bench where you can sit and look out over the valley and La Mairena until sunset. The apartment is conveniently located in relation to the sun. The kitchen is fully equipped, including a Nespresso machine (with milk frother), kettle, dishwasher, microwave, oven, food processor, juicer, toaster, (hand) blender, and rice cooker. Coffee, tea, sugar, oil, salt, and spices are provided. Adjacent, you will find a laundry room with a washing machine, dryer, ironing board, and iron. There are 2 spacious bedrooms with plenty of closet space. The master bedroom has a double bed (160 cm) and a dresser. The second bedroom has two single box spring beds (90 cm / 35 in) and a workstation with high-speed Wi-Fi. Both bedrooms have a private luxury bathroom with a double sink and toilet. One bathroom has a bathtub; the other has a spacious shower and bidet. Body wash, shampoo, and conditioner are provided. For the little ones, (2) baby cots, a high chair, a changing table, and baby towels are available. Just let us know, and everything will be ready. The garage is located below the apartment, next to the elevator – ideal for guests who are less mobile. Upon arrival, the beds are made, and plenty of towels are provided, including hammam towels for the swimming pool and kitchen linens. The community features 6 swimming pools, a gym, and a golf course. There are also tennis, pickleball, and padel courts (reservations through the gym reception). A small one-time fee will be charged at the front desk for the use of these facilities. In addition, yoga and Pilates classes are offered (for a fee). In the apartment, there are golf clubs, padel rackets, tennis rackets, and yoga equipment available. El Soto de Marbella features a restaurant with a terrace and stunning views over the golf course and coastline. The restaurant has an excellent menu and scores highly on Tripadvisor. During the high season, there is live music two nights a week. Please note: The photos were taken without a wide-angle lens. Guest access The apartment can be reached by car via the garage; the elevator is located next to the garage. You step out next to the apartment, which is ideal for guests who are less mobile. Parking is also available on the street. Through a gate (with a key), you have access to the beautiful garden. At the end of the path, the apartment is on the right. You can reach the reception hall via a low staircase with 3 steps. For our guests, golf clubs, padel rackets, and a pétanque set are available so that they can enjoy all the sports facilities of El Soto de Marbella carefree. The apartment is located a few meters from the swimming pool. The golf course is close by. In the community, there are 6 swimming pools, tennis, padel, pickleball, and pétanque courts, table tennis, and a gym. The restaurant overlooks the beautiful golf course. Outside the high season, open Wednesday through Sunday from 10:00 a.m. for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Also open for breakfast and lunch on Mondays and Tuesdays during the high season. Activities are organized regularly, and our guests are warmly welcome to participate. Yoga and Pilates classes are also offered, and pickleball classes and tournaments are organized by community members; a small fee is charged for these. Other things to note Before you reach “El Soto de Marbella,” you will pass Elviria. On Fridays, there is a market here in the morning, and on Saturdays, there is a unique organic market. In Elviria there are plenty of shops to to do shopping. There are plenty of cozy restaurants and terraces. On the beach of Elviria is the famous Nikki Beach. Fortunately, there are also beautiful authentic beaches and more than enough nice beach tents. The coastline between Mijas and Marbella / Estapona is known for its ecological dunes. Special birds live here, and you will find beautiful flora. In the areas with the ecological dunes, there are quiet and extensive beaches outside of the high season. A hiking trail from Mijas to Marbella winds along the sea. This hike is definitely worth it! The Costa del Sol (Costa del Golf) is not only famous for its beach life (or the 56 golf courses); there is a huge amount of art and culture in the beautiful cities in the hinterland of Andalusia. The natural beauty here is unique, with caves and gorges. Walk the famous Camino del Rei and discover why this area is so unique. Andalusia is a paradise to stay all year long . In the winter, the snow is on the Sierra Nevada, and you can go skiing, while the sunbed is ready an hour away. Discover beautiful Malaga by bike and enjoy the colorful fish restaurants outside the marble-paved capital of southern Spain. Marbella with its colored flower pots, winding streets, Moorish-looking parks with colored mosaics and fountains, and squares where oranges grow on the trees. It is not without reason that Marbella has been proclaimed the European vacation destination of 2024. There's something for everyone in Andalusia! Would you like to read more about good restaurants, beautiful holidays, sporty trips and fun tips? Check out the travel guide compiled by us, which can be found on this AirBnB page. Registration Details Spain - National registration number ESFCTU0000290280004390380000000000000000VUT/MA/904000 Andalucia - Regional registration number VUT/MA/90400