Post Date: March 20, 2020
The current situation surrounding the coronavirus and subsequent lockdown that suddenly evolved in Spain feels to many like a surreal experience, much like an episode from a television series that has become reality. The disruption to travel, social movement, business and everyday activities is clear, but if you look at it from a positive perspective...
Post Date: March 12, 2020
Dining outdoors is one of the many things people come to the Costa del Sol for. Popping open a bottle and serving up Mediterranean treats in the privacy of your own terrace or garden can be so much fun.
Be it a terrace big enough for a table and chairs, a more generous area with a barbecue or even an outdoor kitchen, we always have plenty of properties...
Post Date: February 14, 2020
Carnaval, as it’s known in Spanish, has the nation wrapped in fun during the week leading up to Lent. With Carnaval taking place in just about every town, it’s one of the liveliest events on the Spanish calendar. Expect fantastic fireworks, music, dancing, fancy – dress parades and parties in the streets.
If you’re all geared up for Carnaval...
Post Date: February 5, 2020
2019 was a year of slowing growth mostly due to external factors such as the uncertainty emanating from the US-Chinese trade war, Brexit and thoughts of an impending recession. As the year wore on and the worst fears did not become reality, the initial inertia wore off and the market began to return to strength, with both British and other foreign buyers...
Post Date: January 17, 2020
When you are considering selling your Marbella property, you want a real estate agent that embraces integrity as a core business value. Winkworth, as a well-established British company has an outstanding track record in serving its clients with honesty, diligence and always with integrity.
We do not try to cut corners by turning a blind eye to sharp...
Post Date: January 8, 2020
If you are purchasing property in Spain, you will no doubt be pleased that the clear election result has led to a sharp rise in the value of the pound. This, in turn, reverses the fall in value of the British currency against the euro and dollar, a trend that started with the Brexit referendum result some years ago. The recent rise in the exchange rate...
Post Date: December 13, 2019
Marbella is known above all as a summer destination, but many come here out of the hotter season to play golf, enjoy the countryside and engage in outdoor activities in the gentle, warm weather. However, following retirees there is also a growing number of professionals, often with young families, moving to Marbella and its surroundings, as the living...
Post Date: December 10, 2019
Christmas in Spain, and particularly in Marbella, feels and looks somewhat different to the festive period in more northerly parts of Europe. This is largely due to the mild weather and the presence of sunshine and longer daylight hours. But in many other ways it is similar, if just different enough to ensure that you know you are in Spain and not in...
Post Date: November 21, 2019
It is probably fair to say that the majority of visitors to Marbella think about it in terms of the summer season—sunshine and beaches. However, winter in Marbella is equally splendid. The temperatures may be a little cooler, but the sun is still there, and the days have more hours of light than in the more northerly countries, giving residents and...
Post Date: November 8, 2019
Nueva Andalucía is famous for its Golf Valley, which comprises the championship courses of Los Naranjos, Las Brisas and Aloha, but did you know that golf in this region actually started in Guadalmina? Indeed, the Real Club de Golf Guadalmina was the first course established in Marbella, and as such has the longest history and proudest tradition of...
Post Date: October 25, 2019
Brexit may have been dominating the British media since 2016, but regardless of its uncertainties, British buyers are still flocking to Spain, and their primary destination is the Costa del Sol.
In 2018, some 30% of the properties bought on the Costa del Sol were sold to overseas buyers, and 16% of those buyers were British. This is encouraging news,...
Post Date: October 10, 2019
Guadalmina Baja is one of the most prestigious and established addresses in the greater Marbella area. And not surprisingly, for this is a very privileged location on a largely level tract of beachside land. The area is at once private and peaceful, and on the other hand very centrally located. Within no time you can be on the crossroads that take you...
Post Date: September 24, 2019
It is a well-known fact on the Costa del Sol that the San Pedro feria is the last one of the year. It is always held in October, and this year runs from the 16th through to the 21st of the month.
The opening ceremony on the 16th will as always feature a magnificent fireworks display on San Pedro beach. This starts between 9.30 pm and 10 pm. After this...
Post Date: September 6, 2019
In recent years, a lot of our buyers have come to us asking for Marbella villas that offer the latest in modern architectural styling and lifestyle amenities, the better to enjoy the fantastic climate and way of life in this region.
Whether intended as a luxurious holiday home or a comfortable year-round residence, such properties are created to offer...
Post Date: August 21, 2019
Though it isn’t good news for British holidaymakers in Europe, who get fewer euros in return for their pounds, the low current pound to euro conversion rate can be a blessing in disguise for those British homeowners on the Costa del Sol who wish to sell their property.
The onset of Brexit has seen some property owners in Spain and other European countries...
Post Date: August 9, 2019
La Resina (in the municipality of Estepona) is fast becoming a highly desirable residential area. This is thanks to its lofty position above the coast, yet only a few minutes drive from the beach, it’s green surroundings and the La Resina Golf & Country Club. Located on the inland slopes of the New Golden Mile, it’s proximity to the thriving...
Post Date: July 18, 2019
At Winkworth we know that many of our buyers want to keep abreast of new properties as they come to the market. This is a difficult task on the majority of real estate websites, because not many publicise when a property was added. Our clients expressed their frustration about this situation, which is why we have created this brand new Latest Properties...
Post Date: July 7, 2019
Marbella has renewed the ‘Q’ tourist quality mark for six of its beaches: San Pedro de Alcántara, Nueva Andalucía, Marbella Central, El Faro, Puerto Banús and La Venus, while Puerto Deportivo Virgen del Carmen has received accreditation for the quality of its services and coastal promenade.
Félix Romero, spokesperson for the municipality, made...
Post Date: June 25, 2019
Summer is here and that means it won’t be too long before Marbella residents and visitors can enjoy a fantastic array of musical entertainment, most of it held outdoors. As always, the venues attract diverse types of artists, so that there is something for everyone.
Starlite Festival has more ‘Big Names’ in 2019
The Starlite Festival continues...
Post Date: June 5, 2019
For many, the first attraction on the Costa del Sol is its Mediterranean shoreline dotted with beaches, coves and panoramic views. Beach clubs, fish restaurants and chiringuito beach bars form a part of life here, and they stretch from Mijas Costa to Sotogrande, marking a succession of coastal zones each with their own ambience and characteristic charm....
Post Date: May 20, 2019
Since its initial development in the early 1990s, Alcaidesa has grown into a highly desirable residential area just a stone’s throw from prestigious Sotogrande and an easy 20 minute drive away from Gibraltar.
Located in the Campo de Gibraltar in Spain’s Cádiz province, Alcaidesa is a low-density urbanisation that is popular for its exclusive residential...
Post Date: May 3, 2019
Spain has been a successful golfing nation for many decades, achieving great successes in major championships and consistently playing an important part within European Ryder Cup teams every two years. From the legendary Seve Ballesteros and José María Olazábal to the well-loved Sergio García and the new star, Jon Rahm, the country has contributed...
Post Date: April 12, 2019
Easter, or Semana Santa for Spaniards, is the biggest religious celebration of the year. In a country that is predominantly Roman Catholic, all the pomp and ceremony of the Church is unleashed during Holy Week, providing visitors with one of the most extravagant celebrations to be seen anywhere in Europe. You won’t see anything like it even in Italy,...
Post Date: April 9, 2019
So much attention has been focused on Marbella’s new-build properties in recent years that resale, i.e. existing, properties have been sometimes overlooked. Of course, it is tempting to opt for a modern home with its contemporary architectural styling, open-plan living and high-tech features, but the strong demand for such properties also makes them...
Post Date: March 25, 2019
Situated just west of San Pedro Alcántara, close to Puerto Banús, Marbella town and also the crossroads that lead to Benahavis and Estepona, Guadalmina is a luxurious residential area above all associated with the lush fairways of its iconic upper and lower golf courses. That said, the most exclusive section, Guadalmina Baja, occupies a very private...
