With Málaga’s rise as a southern European tech hub, Alhaurín has quietly become a preferred home base for remote professionals who want space, calm, and a short drive to the city’s co-working centres. (Interested in the property pictured above? Click here.)
There’s a certain kind of person who eventually tires of the beach. Not of the sunshine, mind you, or the Spanish wines that come with it—but of the noise, the lack of space, and the constant stream of tourists asking for directions to Marbella Old Town. For those people—discerning, seasoned, and quietly particular—Alhaurín de la Torre offers something altogether different.
Set just 15 minutes inland from Málaga, this unassuming town has become the go-to for individuals looking to actually live in Spain, rather than just drop in for a long weekend. Think private drives, distant neighbours, and views that stretch across citrus groves to the sea. This isn’t about making a statement. It’s about finally having the space to go off-grid—while keeping the golf clubs within easy reach.
According to Spain’s National Institute of Statistics, Alhaurín de la Torre’s population is steadily rising, now over 42,000. That’s a quiet vote of confidence in the area’s promise: a life that’s warm, private, and impeccably well-connected. Málaga airport is a short drive away, meaning London, Paris or Geneva are never far when needed—but neither is a long lunch under the sun.
A Home That Works for You
You won’t find matchbox apartments or beachfront blocks here. What you will find are proper homes. Estates with olive trees, driveways lined with palms, and views clear enough to make you forget the coast even exists.
There are traditional Spanish cortijos—reimagined with underfloor heating and modern security systems—alongside smart, architect-designed villas with solar panels, infinity pools, and space for a home gym, office, or wine cellar (or all three).
The best addresses? Pinos de Alhaurín for privacy and pine-covered hills. El Lagar for proximity to schools and services. And Finca Peralta, if you want sleek, modern builds within a short jog to a café con leche.
The properties here aren’t shouting for attention. They don’t need to. They’re built for people who already know what they want.
Country Club Living Without the Fuss
There’s no shortage of activity here—just the right kind. A round of golf at Lauro Golf (27 holes and not a beach club DJ in sight), followed by a late lunch of fire-roasted meats at Venta la Porrita. The horses are out on the trails, the neighbours are friendly-but-busy, and you’ve got time to enjoy it all.
You’re also just 20 minutes from The British College of Benalmádena, one of the coast’s most respected international schools—ideal if the move to Spain is part of a long-term family plan. And if you’re not quite done with work, the area is remote-work ready: high-speed fibre, quiet surroundings, and plenty of space to set up a proper office.
Head into Málaga and you’re in the land of culture: the Picasso Museum, performances at the Teatro Cervantes, or dinner by the water at José Carlos García (Michelin star included).
This is the Costa del Sol—just not the one you’ve read about in holiday brochures.
Alhaurín de la Torre is home to Lauro Golf, an 18-hole course with stunning views and a growing reputation among locals. The area also features boutique dining experiences tucked into rural fincas and cortijos.
Investing in Calm
Alhaurín de la Torre isn’t a place you buy into for the buzz. It’s for the long game—both as a home and as an asset. Crime rates are low, infrastructure is improving, and the demand for inland high-end rentals is increasing year on year, especially among remote workers and families priced out of the coast.
And while beach property prices tend to follow seasonal rhythms, inland towns like Alhaurín offer a bit more stability. It’s a working town with a growing professional population, not just a holiday destination.
Oh, and if you're wondering about staying connected to the world of business and tech—Málaga’s Technology Park (PTA), home to Google and Vodafone offices, is just up the road.
Why Ultimate Lifestyles?
At ultimate-lifestyles.com, we specialise in homes that actually suit how you live—not just how they look on a website. The properties we list in Alhaurín de la Torre are ones we’d live in ourselves: smartly designed, well-located, and ready for real life in Spain.
You’ll find six-bedroom homes with serious square footage, villas with equestrian facilities, and off-grid builds with panoramic terraces and no neighbours in sight. No fluff. No nonsense. Just quality homes that work.
We don’t just help you find a property—we help you land a lifestyle that suits your pace, your privacy, and your priorities.
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