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Lake Essence

3–5Bedrooms
443–833 m²Built
125–172 m²Terrace

The Development

Lake Essence is an exclusive collection of 14 premium urban plots located within the prestigious Finca Cortesín resort, offering the opportunity to build a fully customized luxury villa in one of Europes most secure and sought-after residential communities. Situated in an elevated area of ​​the resort, the properties enjoy panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea, the championship golf course, or a tranquil inland lake, all surrounded by the natural beauty of the Costa del Sol.

Each plot at Lake Essence offers generous building rights, allowing for the development of a bespoke home designed to the highest architectural standards. Buyers can choose from three exceptional villa concepts created by renowned architectural firms, featuring contemporary, Mediterranean, or minimalist styles. This flexibility ensures that each residence reflects the owners personal vision, maximizing views, natural light, and the seamless integration of indoors and outdoors.

Residents of Lake Essence benefit from the world-class amenities of Finca Cortesín, including a five-star Grand Luxury hotel, an internationally renowned golf course that hosted the 2023 Solheim Cup, a private beach club, gourmet restaurants, a spa, and 24-hour security with access control. The upcoming opening of the Lanserhof health and longevity clinic will further strengthen the resorts position in the European luxury real estate market, solidifying its value as a long-term investment.

Located between Casares, Estepona and Sotogrande, Lake Essence offers easy access to beaches, marinas, international schools and Malaga International Airport, positioning itself as a prime address on the Costa del Sol for both permanent residence and high-end real estate investment.

The Amenities

24h securityGated communityConciergePrivate gardensPadel courtsTennis courts

The Location

Area centre, not the development
Drive times
Nearest golf
2min
Estepona
6min
International schools
15min
Marbella
25min
Málaga airport
59min
Area guideLiving in Casares Guides, schools, beaches and the feel of the neighbourhood.
Why buy off-plan, early

Why the smartest money moves
before the cranes leave

€6–10k

A typical reservation lifts tomorrow's best address off the market today.

Buy at the floor

Phase-one prices are the floor; on the best schemes value accrues to the keys.

First choice of units

Best orientation, best floor, best views: they go first.

Made to measure

Your finishes and layout while construction allows, with full new-build warranties.

Pay as it rises

Structured stage payments, the majority due only at completion.

Protected by law

Every stage payment secured by Spanish law and bank guarantees.

Buying off-plan

Common Questions

Typically €6,000–€10,000 to reserve a specific unit, deducted from the purchase price. The unit comes off the market on signing.

Usually 20–40% during construction in scheduled instalments, with the balance on completion. The exact split follows the development's payment plan.

Spanish law requires developers to secure stage payments with bank guarantees or insurance, so your instalments are refundable if the project doesn't complete.

Early buyers can choose finishes, layouts and upgrades: the earlier you reserve, the more can be tailored.

The title deed is signed before a notary, the balance is paid and the keys are handed over. A snagging inspection happens beforehand, and any defects are corrected under the developer's warranty.

Developers release units in phases with rising price lists, so early buyers usually pay the lowest price. And once you have reserved at a price, that price is locked for you: later list increases don’t apply to your unit (appreciation is never guaranteed).

€708K – €1.32M
Guide price