The Marbella Property Blog

by DM Properties - Knight Frank

The charm of Andalusian style villas in Marbella

The charm of Andalusian style villas in Marbella

October 15, 2018

Andalucía holds a place in the public consciousness for its characteristic styles of architecture; historical ‘pueblos blancos’ – white mountain villages – rustic haciendas or delightful cortijos, with walled gardens, fruit trees and elegant fountains. Over recent years, however, the trend in new construction has been to glean influences from Modernist architecture, with fewer properties taking shape in the traditional Andalusian style.

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Hacienda las Chapas, a hidden gem

October 1, 2018

When searching for property in Marbella and its surroundings, one can feel overwhelmed and spoilt for choice. Most people have a general idea of the area they would prefer to buy in and narrow it down from there, in which case, a sound familiarity of the region is required.

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Marbella villas and apartments with the best views

September 24, 2018

Try as we might when house-hunting, it is nigh on impossible to force the head to overrule the heart. It is said that first impressions count and often within the first few moments of stepping into a property we have already decided if this is the one for us. Our senses take in the environment and a myriad of other stimuli, and almost instantly we reach our conclusion.

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Knight Frank report on international investment flows

September 12, 2018

Knight Frank is one of the most internationally prestigious sources of information and know-how in global property and related fields because it takes the time to research and study the market in detail. The most recent report outlines the worldwide capital investment flows, and the reason why some countries are more successful at attracting money than others.

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Golden Mile – Marbella’s top real estate choice

September 3, 2018

The Golden Mile was established as Marbella’s most prestigious address right from the start, as it was here that the glamorous resort town’s reputation as an international lifestyle destination first developed around the now legendary Marbella Club Hotel.

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Holiday home or permanent residence – what to look for?

August 27, 2018

If you are in the lucky position of searching for property in Marbella, you are already aware of how special this part of the Andalusian coast is. Boasting great services and amenities, it seems there is something for everyone here, from romantic young couples strolling hand-in-hand on the beach to gourmet-lovers revelling in a tantalising choice of Michelin-starred restaurants.

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The unique attraction of a penthouse in Marbella

August 16, 2018

As property specialists in and around Marbella are already aware, this Mediterranean town punches well above its weight in the range and diversity of homes available, from golf apartments to world-class luxury villas set in splendidly landscaped gardens.

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Guadalmina Baja: Buying property into an exclusive lifestyle

July 27, 2018

The large, elegant villas set in the leafy streets of Guadalmina Baja are some of the most desirable in Marbella. Since its inception in the 1950s as an exclusive residential zone bordering the lush fairways of Marbella’s first golf course and just a short stroll to glorious sandy beaches, Guadalmina has been one of the most sought after parts of the town. Should you buy a home here you are not just purchasing a house, but a whole lifestyle.

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