Benarrabá, Valle del Genal, Serranía de Ronda, Málaga, Andalucía, España, Spain
Cottage with Fruit Trees Bordering the River in Benarrabá
€180,000
€1,125/m²
- 3
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 160 m²
- Interior
- 35,000 m²
- Plot
- House
- Type
- 30 Jul 2026
- Listed
The Habio take
This three-bedroom cottage rests on a substantial plot of 35,000 m² along the serene River Genal, offering a tranquil rural lifestyle. Located in the picturesque Valle del Genal, Benarrabá promises a unique connection with nature while maintaining access to nearby amenities.
- countryside
- garden
- quiet
- family
- investment
Highlights
- Spacious 35,000 m² plot
- House with potential for personal finishing
- Direct access to River Genal
- Multiple fruit trees on site
- Tranquil rural setting
- Good accessibility by dirt road
Worth knowing
- House requires finishing touches
- Dependence on generator for electricity
- Dirt road access may not suit all buyers
Good fit for: Ideal for those seeking a peaceful rural retreat with ample outdoor space.
Lifestyle scores
- Beach
- 40
- Walkable
- 20
- Remote work
- 40
- Family
- 50
- Retirement
- 70
- Airport access
- 30
- Investment
- 60
- Luxury
- 50
- Value
- 75
About this place
Discover a unique plot of land bordering the River Genal, featuring a country house in Benarrabá, nestled in the stunning Genal Valley. The fully flat plot spans 35,000 m² and includes a two-storey house of approximately 160 m² in total.
The ground floor is partially finished and comprises an open-plan living room, kitchen, and dining area, along with two bedrooms and a bathroom. An empty room is designated as the future kitchen. The upper floor, already divided for spacious living, awaits your finishing touches, with plans for a large bedroom with an en suite bathroom and a generous terrace.
The property is adorned with various fruit trees, including oranges, mandarins, medlar, persimmons, and walnuts, enhancing its charm. Although currently reliant on a generator, the property has installed electricity, irrigation water, and a septic tank. Set about 7 km from the main road and accessible via a well-maintained dirt road, this location offers both privacy and connectivity to the surrounding area.
What this place offers
- garden
- terrace
- storage
Getting around
- Excellent water quality
Nearest beach · Playa Arroyo Vaquero
~1 h 02 min drive · 44 km
Gibraltar (GIB)
~1 h 16 min drive · 62 km
Málaga-Costa del Sol (AGP)
~1 h 53 min drive · 125 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
Benarrabá, Valle del Genal, Serranía de Ronda, Málaga, Andalucía, España, Spain
- Nearest airport
- Málaga (AGP)
- 71 km
- Also close
- Jerez de la Frontera (XRY)
- 73 km
- Nearest city
- Marbella
- 35 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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