Naturally Marbella

We have been blogging for several months about Marbella, a city that we are passionate about. Throughout this time we have focused on luxury properties, fashionable areas, most luxurious properties in Marbella, Marbellas beaches, Puerto Banus etc … but we cannot go on without talking about the other side of Marbella, the true Marbella. A city made to live in and enjoy not only its beaches, nor all the virtues and benefits of living in a frontline beach property but in this instance we would like to talk about the greenest parts of the city, Marbella luckily is surrounded by lush nature that offers visitors and residents endless possibilities for their enjoyment.

Believe it or not, if you love the countryside and you long to live in a quiet place surrounded by nature, Marbella is the ideal city for you. The most inland part of the Costa del Sol is full of hidden corners that are worth getting to know, whether you are on holiday in Marbella or if you live permanently in the city, do not miss the opportunity to discover Marbellas natural side. Without going far up the road connecting San Pedro de Alcantara with the town of Ronda, we find a number of urbanisations surrounded by nature, where you can go for a walk and breathe clean air without the cities pollution. Here we find some of the most spectacular luxury developments of the entire Costa del Sol, including the areas of La Zagaleta and El Madroñal, which stand out among others as areas highly sought after for their privacy and luxury.

To the other side of the town, if we go up past the La Cañada shopping centre, in the direction of Ojén just 5 minutes away, we find the most successful new development in recent years “PALO ALTO“, it is an urbanisation on a plot of 50 hectares, where nature and modern life become one. In phase 1 they offer extremely modern architectural styled apartments with 2, 3 and 4 bedrooms, that seamlessly joining in with the surrounding nature. “PALO ALTO”, has become the ideal choice for those who seek to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city without giving up the comforts offered by living near to a city like Marbella.

Another promotion that we would like to highlight, following the criteria of a quiet urbanisation and surrounded by nature in Marbella, is “MARBELLA CLUB HILLS“. This complex has the Marbella Club quality seal, set in a quiet and relaxed environment just 10 minutes from Puerto Banus, where you can enjoy spectacular views of the Mediterranean, Gibraltar and even the Atlas Mountains of Morocco on a clear day. This project is signed by the famous architectural studio Villaroel-Torrico and on this occasion have managed to update The Andalusian style giving a touch of modernity without losing the Mediterranean essence. At Marbella Club Hills you can find 4 bedroom villas and spacious apartments with 2+ bedrooms.

Following the same criteria, we would also like to present the following property: a country house style farmhouse with over 300 m2 built on a plot that exceeds 19,000 m2. Only 15 minutes from Marbella, an estate over 100 years old in traditional Andalusian style with 5 bedrooms, although the real jewel of this property is the living room with the old wooden floors and 2 large wood-burning fireplaces. The farm(finca) is surrounded by fruit trees boasts 2 wonderful streams that run through it giving the spectacular garden extra charm.

One of the activities that we recommend to try out when in Marbella and taking advantage of our wonderful surroundings is hiking. Therefore seeing first-hand the wide variety of flora and fauna that surrounds us in contrast to the Mediterranean Sea and the Costa del Sol. Hiking is an activity that can also be enjoyed as a family, as children love to be in contact with nature and located so close by. Here is a list of various hiking routes you can take when in Marbella and soak up the beautiful surroundings that Marbella has to offer. These routes include a variety of levels of difficulty, so it is best to have a look at the route that suites you best on the Marbella town hall website:

• Marbella – Refugio de Juanar (Ojén)
• Marbella – Puerto Rico – Mirador de Juanar
• Marbella – Los Monjes
• Refugio de Juanar (Ojén) – Mirador
• Refugio de Juanar (Ojén) – Cima La Cruz de Juanar
• Ruta El Pozuelo
• El Cerezal – Refugio Juanar – El Cerezal (Ojén)
• Refugio de Juanar (Ojén) – Istán
• Refugio de Juanar (Ojén) – Refugio de Juanar (Ojén) via la Viborilla
• Refugio de Juanar (Ojén) – La Concha
• Paso por la costa de Marbella
• Marbella – Istán
• Istán – Picacho – Pto. Currito – Istán

If you dream of living surrounded by countryside as well as being close to the beaches and the mountains in a tranquil quiet area contact us and we will offer you a wide selection of properties that adjust to your specific criteria.