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Sotogrande – an exclusive residential enclave on the Costa del Sol

Sotogrande is one of the most exclusive residential areas in Spain if not the whole of Europe

Although it doesn’t look like it now, 50 years ago Sotogrande was nothing more than a beautifully wild stretch of rugged, mountainous Mediterranean coastline some 27 km. west of Gibraltar. Now it’s one of the most exclusive residential developments in the whole of Spain, if not Europe.

In the early 1960s, an American Venture Capitalist named Joseph McMicking was searching for the ideal place to create his planned luxurious residential development by the Mediterranean.

He chose Sotogrande and purchased five neighbouring farms covering a total of 20 square kilometres reaching from the shores of the Mediterranean deep into the surrounding foothills of the Sierra Almenara mountain range and set about building his dream.

These days the development is administered by the NH Hotels chain and although it’s still blessed with outstanding natural beauty, it also boasts:

• Wide palm-lined avenues
• An artificial lake
• A luxury marina
• 5-star luxury hotels
• 5 golf courses, (including the world-famous Valderrama and San Roque courses) 2 world-famous Polo fields
• 2 Tennis and Padel Tennis Clubs
• 2 Beach Clubs (Cucurucho, Octogano)
• A Kayak / Sailing Club, Riding stables

It’s also thought of as a bit of an architectural showcase, with styles varying from traditional Andalucian to mid-century and cutting edge 21st century villas, townhouses and apartments.

Although Sotogrande can be quiet over the winter months, it’s popularity as a summer residence for discerning Spanish and foreign owners alike means it truly comes alive in the summer.

If you want to find out more about Sotogrande and other areas in which to buy a property along the Costa del Sol, get in touch with InmobiliariaAndalucia.com

We have a wide selection of luxury villas, apartments, townhouses and plots of land for sale on the Costa del Sol plus the expert knowledge to be able to help you find and buy your ideal property at the best possible price.

For more information, please call me, Jesus Garcia, in English either at our offices in Spain on 34 952 80 18 71 or on my personal mobile 34 676 42 32 20.

Alternatively, you can email me at info@Inmo-Andalucia.com

Posted in Guide to living on the Costa del Sol on 30-11-2009