Flowing Waters

From the sea view terraces of this exclusive villa, you can see North Africa on a clear day. And in the south of Spain, clear sunny days are plentiful. It's a fifteen-minute drive to the coast for beaches and the glitzy centre of Marbella is twenty-five minutes in the car. This villa has so many luxurious touches that you might just stay put. Palm-fringed gardens are home to a lagoon-shaped infinity pool looking out over the mountains to the sea and there are myriad dining spots and terraces in the shade. While the main lounge inside is a grand affair with its upright piano and open fireplace, the highlight is the lower floor. Down here, there's a Moroccan-style cocktail bar, indoor swimming pool with a Jacuzzi, sauna and a yoga and fitness room. The casual cinema room with day beds just tops it all off.

Home truths:
*This home consists of a main villa and a separate guesthouse with its own kitchen, living and dining room and a bedroom on an open mezzanine level.
*For those with limited mobility, there is a lift within the main villa.
*The swimming pool isn't fenced. If you're bringing little ones, they'll need to be supervised at all times.
*Having a car is recommended to make the most of the area. There is plenty of private parking with this villa.