La Zagaleta, Benahavis.
Europe’s Most Exclusive Gated Residential Estate
La Zagaleta is widely recognised as one of the most exclusive residential communities in Europe and the ultimate expression of ultra-luxury living in Marbella. Located in the hills of Benahavís, just minutes from the Golden Mile and Puerto Banús, La Zagaleta offers unparalleled privacy, security, and scale, reserved for a global elite.
Originally a private hunting estate, La Zagaleta has evolved into a fully gated residential enclave spanning over 900 hectares of protected land, where luxury villas coexist with nature, space, and absolute discretion.
Location & Access
La Zagaleta is situated above Marbella, within the municipality of Benahavís, offering elevated panoramic views over the Mediterranean Sea, Gibraltar, and the African coastline. Despite its secluded setting, residents enjoy fast access to Marbella, Puerto Banús, Puente Romano, and Málaga International Airport, all within approximately 45–60 minutes.
Strict access control, private roads, and guarded entrances ensure that only residents and authorised guests can enter the estate.
Security, Privacy & Lifestyle
Security is the defining feature of La Zagaleta. The estate operates with 24-hour armed security, controlled entry points, internal surveillance, and on-site services, making it one of the safest residential environments in Southern Europe.
Lifestyle amenities within La Zagaleta include:
An exclusive equestrian centre
Clubhouse facilities for residents
Helipad access
Protected natural surroundings
This self-contained ecosystem allows residents to enjoy a resort-level lifestyle without compromising privacy.
Ultra-Luxury Real Estate Profile
Properties in La Zagaleta are among the most significant private residences in Spain. Villas are built on exceptionally large plots, often exceeding several thousand square metres, and feature bespoke architecture, panoramic views, and total seclusion.
Each property is unique, designed to the highest specifications, and rarely offered to the open market. As a result, La Zagaleta is characterised by extremely limited supply and consistent demand from ultra-high-net-worth buyers.
Investment & Legacy Value
La Zagaleta is not a short-term market. It represents a long-term legacy investment, where capital preservation, scarcity, and exclusivity define value. Ownership here is as much about lifestyle and security as it is about holding a generational asset in one of Europe’s most protected environments.
La Zagaleta with LuxuryForSale.Properties
At LuxuryForSale.Properties, we specialise in ultra-prime real estate and discreet transactions. We provide access to on-market and off-market villas in La Zagaleta, advising clients with absolute confidentiality and deep local expertise.
For buyers seeking the highest level of privacy, security, and prestige in Marbella, La Zagaleta remains unmatched.