Villa Aurea del Mar

Marbella, Spain

30 guests
15 bedrooms
18 beds
21 bathrooms

Set directly on the sands of Marbella’s Golden Mile, Villa Aurea del Mar is one of the Mediterranean’s most extraordinary private estates. Spanning an expansive eleven thousand eight hundred square metre plot and shaded by more than one hundred mature pine trees, this iconic beachfront residence offers a level of scale, privacy, and architectural distinction that is exceptionally rare.

Designed by a disciple of Frank Lloyd Wright, the villa blends Andalusian Moorish heritage with modernist lines and Mediterranean ease. Octagonal domes, pyramid ceilings, arcaded galleries, and original architectural details give the property the presence of a true landmark, while its thoughtful layout ensures it remains warm, welcoming, and deeply liveable.

Despite its grandeur, the villa feels intimate. Spread across three residences, the Main House, Guest House, and Pool House, it accommodates up to thirty guests across fifteen suites, each designed to offer comfort, privacy, and understated luxury. The layout makes it ideally suited to large family gatherings, destination weddings, corporate retreats, and private celebrations, allowing groups to come together while still enjoying personal space.

Living areas unfold from a grand fountain courtyard into soaring halls and sunlit lounges, all opening naturally toward the sea. Indoors and out, the villa is designed for togetherness. Terraces, verandas, and shaded seating areas invite everything from quiet morning coffee to long sunset dinners overlooking the Mediterranean.

The grounds offer complete seclusion. Elevated slightly above the promenade and screened by landscaped gardens and pine trees, the estate is entirely private, with no neighbouring buildings overlooking the property. With over one hundred metres of beachfront frontage, guests enjoy direct access to the beach and uninterrupted views across the water.

Wellness and leisure are woven seamlessly into the experience. A heated infinity pool overlooks the sea, complemented by a second pool within the gardens. An entire floor is dedicated to wellness and relaxation, featuring a fully equipped gym, sauna, and dual massage rooms. Evenings can be spent in the cinema room, gathered around the fireplace, or enjoying cocktails on the terraces as the sky shifts through shades of gold, pink, and deep blue. On clear days, views stretch as far as the Straits of Gibraltar and the African coastline.

Villa Aurea del Mar is also one of Marbella’s most prestigious private event venues. Its beachfront gardens and generous terraces provide a spectacular setting for weddings, celebrations, and retreats, with bespoke planning and trusted partners ensuring each event is executed with precision and discretion.

Located just minutes on foot from Marbella’s Old Town, the Marbella Club, and Puente Romano, the villa offers rare beachfront tranquillity combined with immediate access to the city’s finest dining, resorts, and cultural life. Puerto Banús and Marbella’s leading golf courses are a short drive away, while Málaga Airport is approximately forty minutes by car.

Villa Aurea del Mar is not simply a villa. It is an estate of rare stature, where architectural heritage, absolute privacy, and beachfront living come together to create one of Marbella’s most iconic private residences.

Amenities

Living Spaces

Villa Aurea del Mar offers an exceptional sequence of living spaces designed for both grandeur and intimacy. From the moment guests enter through the fountain courtyard, the house opens into soaring halls, arcaded galleries, and sunlit lounges that flow naturally toward the sea. Multiple indoor and outdoor living areas allow the villa to adapt effortlessly to large gatherings or quiet moments, creating a setting that feels equally suited to family life, celebration, and retreat.

Bedrooms & Laundry

The estate accommodates up to thirty guests across fifteen bedrooms arranged within the Main House, Guest House, and Pool House. Suites vary in size and outlook, with views over the sea, gardens, or pine forest, offering flexibility for families and mixed groups. All rooms are designed for privacy and comfort, with air conditioning, heated floors, and refined finishes throughout. Daily housekeeping is included, with laundry services available on request.

Kitchen & Dining

The villa features spacious indoor and outdoor dining areas designed for both everyday living and large scale entertaining. Meals can be enjoyed beneath shaded terraces, within elegant dining rooms, or alfresco overlooking the Mediterranean. The property is well suited to private chefs and catered events, with layouts that allow seamless service for family meals, celebrations, and formal occasions.

Bathrooms

The estate includes twenty one bathrooms, thoughtfully distributed across the three residences. Bathrooms are finished to a high standard and designed for comfort and practicality, ensuring ease and privacy for all guests, even during large gatherings or events.

Entertainment

Entertainment spaces are varied and generous. A private cinema room offers relaxed evenings indoors, while elegant lounges and fireplaces provide inviting settings for conversation and reflection. Outdoors, terraces and gardens are ideal for sunset cocktails, celebrations, and beachfront evenings beneath the pines.

Heating & Cooling

All bedrooms and living spaces are equipped with air conditioning and underfloor heating, ensuring comfort throughout the year, regardless of season.

Internet & Office

High speed WiFi is available throughout the estate, supported by integrated technology and security systems. The size and layout of the villa allow guests to work discreetly when needed, without disrupting the relaxed rhythm of life by the sea.

Location Features

Located directly on Marbella’s Golden Mile, Villa Aurea del Mar enjoys one of the most prestigious beachfront positions in southern Europe. The estate sits above the promenade in a quiet area with no through traffic, offering rare seclusion while remaining within walking distance of Marbella’s Old Town, Puente Romano, and the Marbella Club. Golf courses, Puerto Banús, and key transport links are all easily accessible.

Outdoor Spaces

Set within an eleven thousand eight hundred square metre private estate, the outdoor spaces are a defining feature of the villa. Landscaped gardens shaded by more than one hundred mature pine trees create a sense of complete privacy. The property boasts over one hundred metres of beachfront frontage, direct beach access, a heated infinity pool overlooking the Mediterranean, and a second pool within the gardens. Terraces and lawns are perfectly suited to weddings, events, wellness retreats, or relaxed family living by the sea.

Parking

On site parking is available for ten or more vehicles within the estate, ensuring discreet and convenient arrival for guests, staff, and event partners.

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Essential Information

Home Policies

Villa Aurea del Mar is offered as a fully staffed and professionally managed private estate. Daily housekeeping is included, with dedicated on site staff ensuring the smooth running of the property throughout your stay. Additional services, including private chefs, wellness practitioners, and event support, can be arranged on request.

Check in and check out times are confirmed in advance and may be adapted to suit guest arrivals, subject to availability and operational requirements.

Location & Getting Around

Villa Aurea del Mar is located directly on Marbella’s Golden Mile, one of the most prestigious beachfront addresses in southern Europe. Set in a quiet area above the promenade with no through traffic, the villa offers rare privacy while remaining within walking distance of Marbella’s Old Town, the Marbella Club, and Puente Romano. Puerto Banús is approximately ten minutes away by car, with Málaga Airport reachable in around forty minutes. Private transfers and chauffeurs can be arranged on request.

House Rules

The estate is intended to be enjoyed as a private residence and treated with care. Guests are asked to respect the property, its furnishings, and the surrounding natural environment. Smoking is not permitted inside the buildings. Events and celebrations are permitted by prior agreement only and must be coordinated in advance to ensure they align with the estate’s guidelines and capacity.

Experiences Nearby

The Golden Mile offers a wide range of experiences, from beach clubs and fine dining to golf, wellness, and shopping. Guests can enjoy direct beach access, seaside walks along the promenade, or private yacht charters from nearby marinas. The region is also ideal for wellness retreats, cultural visits, and outdoor activities, with the concierge team available to curate bespoke itineraries, events, and experiences tailored to each stay.

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