7 reasons to live in Elviria, Marbella

If you are looking to live the Marbella lifestyle of relaxed, open air living near the beach in a superb climate, Elviria ticks all the right boxes.

Located to the east of Marbella town, it has both the rural charm and magnificent views of the mountains, plus the benefits of living by the sea. Flats, townhouses and villas are all available for sale in Elviria, a place where lifestyle meets location in a spectacular fashion.

Below are some of the reasons the Elviria, Marbella area is increasingly sought after as the perfect spot to live:

1. Location

   Just a ten-minute drive from the centre of Marbella, Elviria is close to the many amenities of the bustling town of Marbella. Large shopping centres such as La Cañada and Miramar in Fuengirola are a short trip away, and the proximity of Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport makes it ideal for people wishing to make frequent trips back home. For boat lovers, the area is also very close to the small but picturesque Puerto Cabopino marina.

2. Luxurious Lifestyles 

   Life is sweet in Spain, and even better in Elviria!  Not only does it benefit from 320 days of sunshine a year, but it also boasts some of the best beaches in Marbella. There you’ll also find a taste of the high life with the renown Nikki Beach Club, one of the highlights of the five-star Don Carlos Resort.

3. Golf

   The Costa del Sol, sometimes jokingly called the Costa del Golf,  is well known for its golf courses, but Elviria is particularly spoilt for choice. The lush and perfectly maintained Greenlife Golf and Santa Maria are challenging courses ready for you to conquer, and just a short drive away you’ll also find the the Río Real, Santa Clara, Cabopino and Marbella golf courses. For golfing enthusiasts, the area is truly blessed!

4. High quality homes
   

   Greenlife Estates has a wide selection of high quality flats, luxury villas and roomy townhouses for sale in Elviria. Set in either the forests and hills slightly inland, or between the dunes near the beach, our properties, like this three bedroom penthouse in Elviria Hills, are built to the highest standards.

5. Sports clubs

   The area is home to a large sports centre complex, complete with an all-weather and multipurpose pitch, as well as tennis clubs such as the PSM Tennis Academy Marbella, the Hofsass Tennis College – which provides daily lessons – and El Casco Tennis Club. For an exciting day out, visit Elviria’s Aventura Amazonia, an adventure park that features treetop circuits, rock climbing and zip wires suitable for all ages. The beaches offer all kinds of water sports and deep-sea angling is available from Puerto Cabopino. You’ll not be at a loss for outdoor adventure activities in Elviria.

6. Elviria Restaurants:

   Look no further than Elviria, Marbella if you enjoy fine dining. Restaurant El Lago is a Michelin star restaurant situated at the luxurious Greenlife Golf clubhouse in Elviria Hills. Using the freshest ingredients, the innovative international menu makes it an essential stop for Marbella foodies. On the seashore, you’ll find more top ranked restaurants such as The Beach House, plus numerous casual and elegant beach bars. Other eateries offering a wide selection of the world’s cuisines can be found at the popular Centro Comercial Elviria.

7. Schools and hospitals

   Elviria is also lucky to boast top-rated international schools, such as the English International College and the German School in La Mairena. Close to hand are the Hospital Costa del Sol and numerous private clinics, for your health and comfort of mind.

These are just a few of the many reasons Elviria is a good choice for people wanting to either live in Spain or own a holiday home here. Greenlife Estates has extensive experience and local knowledge. Please contact us and we can give you the benefit of our advice and years of experience matching people with their dream home on the Costa del Sol.

Massimo Filippa