Sterling/euro reaches new highs

The peak for sterling last year was the £1.19 it achieved in late June. Prior to that the last time it saw £1.19 was during its precipitous tumble almost to parity with the euro in November 2008. Now it is back up there, having a serious look at an upward break that could set it [...]

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The story of a restoration in the Andalusian countryside

John and Jane shared a passion for horse-riding and Southern Spain. Having undertaken several refurbishment projects in the UK and one in Southern France, the British couple wanted to create a property that was maintained in shape all year round. With this in mind, they set out on an exploratory drive through Spain and instantly knew they had found what they were looking for when they discovered an existing Spanish finca set in seven acres of land near Ronda. There was considerable work to be done both structurally and in terms of landscaping but the potential could clearly be seen.

Diversity in golf in the area of Marbella, Andalusia, Spain Nineteen courses in the Marbella area, and thirty more within an hour’s drive

Marbella is the golf community par excellence: it’s hard to imagine an area anywhere in the world with more courses per capita or square mile. Whatever his or her handicap, the golfer will be spoilt for choice and able to make the right decision based on specific criteria of affordability, exact location, course features, or [...]

Sotogrande Alto, Sotogrande Costa: what’s the difference?

If you’ve recently become acquainted with Sotogrande, then you might have heard references to the alto (high) and costa (coastal) areas. But just what exactly is the difference?

Sotogrande through the ages

In 1961 a certain Joseph McMicking received authorisation from Franco to purchase the area known today as Sotogrande, which included five traditional estates, to create a luxury residential complex with wide tree-lined avenues and a state of the art electrical infrastructure.

How to sell your Spanish property faster? Meet Home Staging

Home staging, also called property presentation or house doctoring, is the process of preparing a property for sale/rent to appeal to the widest possible audience

Property in Elviria

A home in Elviria is an excellent option to enjoy the best that the Costa del Sol and Andalusia have to offer. Just 10 minutes east of Marbella, it presents the distinguishing advantage of being near Cabopino port where residents may moor their boat. The majority of homes in the complex are just a quick walk from the beach.

Best of both worlds: authentic Andalusia and cosmopolitan living in Benahavís, on Spain’s Costa del Sol

Best of both worlds: authentic Andalusia and cosmopolitan living in Benahavís, on Spain’s Costa del Sol

Benahavís is a famous village situated 150-meters high in the foothills of the Serranía de Ronda, northeast of Estepona between Sierra Bermeja and Sierra Blanca. Access to it from the coast is a 15-minute drive on a gorgeous road in the Guadalmina river valley. Among the local attractions are natural beauty, and a host of quality restaurants that have given the town additional fame among those who like to dine out.

Port of Estepona

Experience the best of Andalusia at the Port of Estepona, on Spain’s Costa del Sol. Estepona is a tested alternative to Marbella for those who seek to buy a property in a privileged resort where good weather and sport can be enjoyed.