Some properties impress because they are brand new. Others offer something far more difficult to find: space, character, location and genuine potential.

This impressive villa in Sotogrande Alto clearly belongs to the second group.

Set on an elevated south-facing plot, the property enjoys a privileged position surrounded by mature greenery, with beautiful open views across Sotogrande. Yet perhaps one of its greatest advantages for family life is its location: very close to Sotogrande International School, offering privacy and tranquillity while keeping everyday routines wonderfully convenient.

The proportions are exceptional: 1,090 m² built on a generous 2,850 m² plot, with seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms. Spacious interiors, abundant natural light and a variety of living areas create a home designed for family life, entertaining friends and enjoying quieter moments in complete comfort.

From the moment you arrive, there is a distinctive Mediterranean and Andalusian character. A charming entrance courtyard with a fountain, impressive wooden doors, mature trees, orange trees, terraces and different outdoor areas give the property a sense of warmth and authenticity that can be difficult to recreate in a newly built home.

Inside, the generous main living room is arranged into different areas, including a fireplace and television corner, sitting room and dining area, all connected naturally with the kitchen. The bedrooms are particularly spacious, while the principal suite includes its own dressing room and private bathroom.

On the garden level, the villa reveals another side of its family appeal, with a home cinema, gym, games area, laundry room and staff accommodation.

Outside, the heated swimming pool and pool house sit within established gardens, surrounded by mature vegetation and peaceful corners from which to enjoy Sotogrande’s wonderful climate.

The villa is not a new-build property, and this is precisely where we see one of its greatest opportunities.

Its scale, structure, location and mature surroundings provide an excellent foundation. With a sensible investment to update certain finishes, the kitchen and bathrooms, lighting, decoration and some exterior elements, this property could be transformed into a truly spectacular contemporary family villa, while retaining the character and proportions that make it so special.

Rather than starting from zero, the opportunity here is to acquire what is increasingly difficult to find in Sotogrande: a substantial plot, over 1,000 m² of living space, privacy, views and proximity to the International School — and then gradually shape it around your own lifestyle and taste.

A villa with soul, wonderful space for family and friends, and exceptional potential to begin a new chapter in Sotogrande.