HISTORY
The exclusive 'urbanization' of Sotogrande was founded in 1962 by Joseph McMicking who had the idea of creating a luxurious residential development by the Mediterranean Sea.
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The appeal of Sotogrande lies in the natural beauty of the area, enhanced by the early landscaping, the planning of avenues of palm and conifer trees, underground infrastructures and wide, two-lane roads.
Sotogrande is the largest resort and residential development in Andalusia, Spain, southern Europe. Its 4,500 acres stretch from the Mediterranean Sea 25km east of Gibraltar, back into the foothills of Sierra Almenara, providing contrasting |
views of the sea, hills, cork forests and green fairways, including the Rock of Gibraltar and Morocco.
NATURE
River Guadiaro and Estuary, Sotogrande, a natural area of 27 hectares and the only marshland on this part of the coast, has been designated as an Andalusian National Park, Wildlife and Nature Reserve. A series of pathways has been constructed, with information boards explaining the natural area, enabling nature lovers unobstructed views of the estuary, its wildlife and in particular the migratory birds, on their route to and from Africa. |
SPORTS
Today, Sotogrande is renowned for its varied sporting facilities. It has five of the most beautiful golf courses in Europe, Valderrama Golf Club host to the 1997 Ryder Cup, The Club Real de Golf, Almenara, La Reserva, La Caņada and a Golf Academy; two world famous Polo fields; two Tennis, Paddle tennis and Fronton Clubs; two Beach Clubs; a Bridge Club, Riding stables and a busy marina, the first on entering the Mediterranean.
REAL ESTATE
From the very beginning, it was clear that Sotogrande was intended to represent quality. No expense was spared to provide an infrastructure, the likes of which is unique, as well as low building densities, strict architectural control and respect for the natural beauty of these privileged surroundings. Set amongst almost 2000 hectares of green zone, leafy villa suburbs, riverside properties, golf courses and country estates, the marina forms the lively hub of Sotogrande.
| The Sotogrande area features luxury villas, penthouses, apartments, townhouses and plots in Sotogrande Bajo, Almenara, Valderrama, La Reserva, La Caņada, San Roque, Alcaidesa y La Duquesa, either within the golf course area, or on the beachside. |
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Whatever type of property you have in mind, Sotogrande is the ideal choice for your temporary or permanent residence. |