Benahavis, Paraiso Alto, Spain
16-Bedroom Mediterranean Villa with Private Pool in Benahavis
€13,950,000
- 16
- Bedrooms
- 16
- Bathrooms
- 7,100 m²
- Plot
- Villa
- Type
- 3 weeks ago
- Listed
The Habio take
Rancho Paraiso is an impressive 16-bedroom Mediterranean-style villa, perfect for a large family, retreat or boutique hotel. Set in the tranquil area of Paraiso Alto, Benahavis, this estate offers luxurious living alongside picturesque views of the mountains and sea.
- luxury
- pool
- garden
- retirement
- investment
Highlights
- 16 spacious bedrooms
- Recently renovated guest house
- Large private swimming pool
- Lush tropical gardens
- Private garage for three cars
- Includes licence for 2 additional villas
Worth knowing
- Extent of renovations needed for the main house
- Large size may require significant upkeep
- Property in a tranquil area may mean limited local amenities
Good fit for: This property suits buyers seeking a luxurious family home or investment opportunity for a boutique hotel.
Lifestyle scores
- Beach
- 75
- Walkable
- 50
- Remote work
- 70
- Family
- 90
- Retirement
- 80
- Airport access
- 80
- Investment
- 85
- Luxury
- 90
- Value
- 70
About this place
Welcome to Rancho Paraiso, an elegant Mediterranean-style mansion located in the serene area of Paraiso Alto, Benahavis. This grand estate comprises a main house, a recently renovated guest house, and staff apartments, making it ideal for a large family, a retreat, or a boutique hotel.
The main house features three floors with a separate entrance lower level. The entrance hall leads to a spacious, beautifully designed living room that is integrated with an expansive terrace overlooking the swimming pool. This open space also includes a dining area and relaxation area with a bar. The kitchen, though separate, has access to the same outdoor terrace. One bedroom, complete with a private bathroom and dressing room, is also located on this floor.
On the upper level, the main house hosts four bedrooms, including two master suites with en-suite bathrooms and dressing areas, each with private terraces offering stunning views of the mountains and the sea. The lower level can be converted into additional living accommodation and includes staff quarters with a private entrance and en-suite bathroom.
The guest house, a smaller villa refurbished to a high standard, spans three floors and features all bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and private terraces or gardens. The primary bedroom offers a spacious layout with vaulted ceilings, a sitting room, a walk-in dressing room, and an opulent en-suite bathroom. This house is connected to the shared swimming pool and includes separate dining and living rooms, as well as a spa room, all recently renovated.
Further enhancing this estate, there are three staff apartments that provide luxurious accommodation, all completed in 2023. Set within lush, mature tropical gardens, the property also includes a large private swimming pool, sun terrace, and ample parking with a garage accommodating three cars.
What this place offers
- swimming pool
- garden
- garage
- furnished
Getting around
- Excellent water quality
Nearest beach · Playa Sotogrande
~1 min drive · 0.1 km
Gibraltar (GIB)
~1 min drive · 16 km
Approximate, measured from the property's area rather than its exact address. Drive times © OpenStreetMap contributors (OSRM); airports: OurAirports; bathing water: European Environment Agency, 2024 season.
Where you’ll be
Benahavis, Paraiso Alto, Spain
- Nearest airport
- Jerez de la Frontera (XRY)
- 84 km
- Also close
- Málaga (AGP)
- 85 km
- Nearest city
- Algeciras
- 22 km
Marker is the location supplied by the agency — approximate, and often deliberately so. The exact address is confirmed on enquiry. Distances are straight-line.
Buying property in Spain
Spain welcomes foreign buyers with no nationality restrictions. The buyer needs an NIE (Número de Identidad de Extranjero) before completion, and most buyers open a Spanish bank account to handle the deposit and ongoing charges. An independent lawyer (abogado) is strongly recommended — the notario only checks the deed, not the wider title.
Spain ended its Golden Visa property route in April 2025.
Non-resident mortgages are widely available, typically 60–70% LTV.
Non-resident sellers face a 3% withholding from the sale price (retención), claimable against capital gains tax.
Always check community-of-owners (comunidad) debts and outstanding IBI before completion — they transfer with the property.
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