Aureic Assessment
Advisory evaluation by Aureic Properties — not an objective property fact.
Villa Amara is a serious proposition for buyers who want architect-led new construction at scale in one of Benahavis's most established residential addresses. The €9.98M ask is calibrated to the GC Studio brand and the 3,631m² plot, not just the built area — land in El Herrojo at this size is increasingly scarce. The missing energy certificate and non-gated status are the two items to pressure-test before advancing.
- Privacy
- Privacy is reasonable for the area but not absolute — El Herrojo is a well-trafficked residential zone within Benahavis, and the absence of a gated community perimeter means the plot boundary is the primary privacy layer. The elevated position and mature landscaping will do meaningful work here.
- Security
- No gated community infrastructure means security relies entirely on the villa's own provisions — likely private cameras, alarm systems and perimeter fencing given the price point, but buyers should verify spec and consider upgrading access control independently.
- Views & Setting
- South-facing on an elevated El Herrojo plot typically delivers strong valley and green-belt views towards the coast, though mountain interference can limit sea visibility at this elevation — buyers should visit at multiple times of day to assess view depth and light quality.
- Build Quality
- GC Studio carries a credible reputation on the Costa del Sol for resolved, high-specification new builds; the 958m² built footprint across three levels with 370m² of terrace suggests the budget has been allocated to space and finish rather than cut. Energy rating absence is a gap that needs addressing before completion or purchase.
- Layout
- Three levels across 958m² with 8 bedrooms and a master suite connecting to a private terrace suggests a sensible vertical zoning — social and kitchen functions anchoring the principal floor, sleeping distributed across upper and lower levels — though buyers should walk the flow carefully given the gradient typical of El Herrojo plots.
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Property Overview
Typevilla
Bedrooms8
Bathrooms9
Guest WC1
Built958 m²
Terrace370 m²
Plot3,631 m²
Parking5 spaces
Levels3
OrientationS
Features
- Private pool
- Private garden
Ownership Costs
Community fees€64/month
IBI (property tax)€4,576/year
Garbage tax€18/year
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