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. Although there is evidence of prehistoric settlements here, the area became somewhat important in Roman times, as evidenced by a number of archaeological sites. Estepona received the first version of its present name under the Moors, when it was a fortress known as Al-extebunna.

Over the last twenty years what had become a sleepy traditional fishing village grew quickly and received a makeover due to the appeal of its privileged micro climate and stunning location at the foot of the spectacular 1450-metre high Sierra Bermeja mountain. Estepona has conserved the majority of its traditional neighbourhoods but the main roads have been enlarged and many new homes built, giving property investors plenty to choose from in an area favoured by expatriates and holidaymakers alike.

Comprising the pleasure marina as well as the small fishing harbour, the port offers a host of advantages to property owners. Living or holidaying here means not only sea and mountain views, but also quick access to boats, sporting facilities and some of the town’s best nightlife, shops, supermarkets, and restaurants. Unlike in other ports, there’s no need to relinquish the beach here: on the contrary, the adjacent natural cove Playa del Cristo, a five-minute walk from the marina, is considered the prettiest in Estepona.

Sporting facilities are excellent and improving here in Estepona itself, and the Costa del Sol’s renowned 70 or so golf courses are all within reasonably quick access, the closest ones being Valle Romano and Estepona Golf. Estepona also has a well-known equestrian centre just a 10 minutes drive eastward on the N340.

Residential opportunities currently abound in the area, many of which in the form of luxury apartment complexes. To mention just one of these, the brand new Doncella Beach is situated at the end of Playa del Cristo on a naturally elevated point, with views from the individual terraced apartments to Morocco and Gibraltar. Apart from its lush gardens, the neo-classic designed complex features a fully equipped spa and gymnasium, as well as yoga room and swimming pool with pool bar. Also look for other complexes with comparable amenities including but not limited to Alcazaba Beach, Marina Bay, El Corral, El Faro, Parque Central, and Puerto Paraiso.

Posted on August 31st, 2009 filed under Costa del Sol Info, Estepona.
Tags: Estepona, Port, resort

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