by Jesse Meester 
The original Golden Mile, situated between Marbella center and Puerto Banús, earned its name and reputation for its top-notch amenities, sophisticated properties, and the picturesque beachfront setting. Now, let’s explore the allure of the New Golden Mile, which spans the coastal area from San Pedro Alcántara to Estepona. This region boasts its own unique features that make it irresistible not to draw comparisons.
Similar to its predecessor, the New Golden Mile offers a breathtaking coastal setting with unparalleled sea views stretching from Estepona to Gibraltar, North Africa, and along the Spanish shoreline. Just like the Golden Mile, the area experiences a gentle rise from the beaches to awe-inspiring mountain scenery, providing a foundation for residential areas overlooking prestigious golf courses. Surpassing its forerunner, the Estepona New Golden Mile proudly hosts renowned golf courses such as El Paraíso, Los Flamingos, Atalaya, La Resina, along with the nearby Monte Mayor and Guadalmina.
Embracing a New Luxury Lifestyle
Beyond golf, the New Golden Mile embraces a rich spectrum of sports and activities. From premier tennis and paddle tennis clubs to water sports like sailing, scuba diving, windsurfing, and kite-surfing, the options are diverse. Nestled near the Sierra Bermeja mountains, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, and horse riding. The region’s Escuela de Arte Ecuestre Costa del Sol stands out as a leading facility, offering coaching, stabling, day trails, veterinary care, and hosting regular equestrian shows.
For those introduced to this area through stays in luxurious resort hotels like Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Hotel, Kempinski Hotel Bahía, Healthouse Las Dunas, and the new Ikos Andalusia resort hotel, the New Golden Mile has become synonymous with opulent spas and fine dining. Boasting numerous excellent restaurants, it has evolved into a luxury lifestyle destination ready to rival established Marbella locations.
The area caters to year-round residents with amenities including the outstanding Hospiten private hospital, clinics, medical practices, professional services, and schools like the Atalaya bilingual school, Mayfair International Academy, International School Estepona, and the esteemed Colegio San José.
When it comes to homes, the New Golden Mile offers an array of well-appointed options, from modern apartments, villas, penthouses to semi-detached villas and plots for building your dream home in areas like El Paraíso, Los Flamingos, La Resina, and Cancelada. Our specialization lies in both new developments and resale properties, showcasing a prime collection of homes such as the exclusive frontline beach apartments at the Edge and luxurious properties at West Beach, Oasis 8, Oasis 22, Flamingos 130, and the contemporary lifestyle villas at Lagom – a privileged gated community with panoramic coastal views.
For the finest apartments and luxury villas for sale in the New Golden Mile, contact the Meester Estate team today. Discover why this is one of the most sought-after parts of the Costa del Sol right now.
