Living Inside the Golf Course

A Curated European Lifestyle Experience in La Zagaleta

Marbella, known as the cultural and nightlife capital of Spain’s Costa del Sol hold world-renowned reputations for their golfing scenes. With stunning scenery, exceptional greens, and world-class courses, this semi private golf course is a favourite for both amateur and professional golfers.

In an era where luxury travel is increasingly defined by overcrowded five-star hotels and standardised experiences, a new profile of golf travellers is emerging. One that values privacy over visibility, access over abundance, and meaning over spectacle.

At Marbella Mountain Resorts, we curate a very limited collection of private holidays villas located inside La Zagaleta, one of Europe’s most secure and exclusive gated estates. This is not simply accommodation. It is a private European ecosystem designed for those who prefer to live within the experience, not alongside it.

La Zagaleta is home to its own members-only golf courses, including the New Course, Los Barrancos — a dramatic, natural layout where rounds unfold without crowds, without tee-time pressure and without outside exposure. Our guests do not transfer to the golf course. They wake up inside it.

Private Villas as the Heart of the Experience

Southern Spain offers visitors excellent golf courses, along with all the holiday appeal that Spain is renowned for in Europe and the United States. Andalucia stretches along the sun-kissed Costa del Sol and contains some of the best golf courses in Europe wrapped up in a delicious Mediterranean package.

Each of our luxury villas to rent for a holiday golf break is selected not only for its architecture and amenities, but for its ability to host a complete hotel boutique experience. Large plots, absolute privacy, panoramic vistas and the possibility to operate discreetly with full staff allow the villa to become the client’s private headquarters in Southern Europe, living with the same benefits as a local owner.

Mornings may begin with a quiet round of golf or a private training session. Afternoons unfold at the villa — with wellness treatments, family time or simple silence. Evenings transform the residence into a fine dining with a private chef and cultural venue, curated entirely around the client’s preferences.

Taylormade Immersive Experiences

What makes these stays exceptional — and powerful for discerning golfers — is the layer of immersive experiences built around the villa and the golf environment.

At the villa, Michelin-level private chefs curate bespoke menus rooted in Andalusian cuisine, paired with rare Spanish wines and guided tastings. Guests can explore the region’s gastronomy without ever leaving the estate, or dive deeper through curated wine and culinary immersions.

Cultural moments are brought privately to the client: intimate flamenco performances, live guitar, or curated Andalusian storytelling evenings that feel authentic rather than staged.

Beyond the golf course, days expand effortlessly:

• Yacht experiences along the Mediterranean coast
• Helicopter flights revealing the geography of Southern Spain from above
• Private access to wellness and recovery programs, including spa treatments, personal trainers and biohacking-focused recovery sessions designed for high-performance lifestyles

Every element is optional, modular and quietly executed.

Beyond Golf: Culture, Gastronomy and Mediterranean Rhythm

What truly sets this region apart is everything that surrounds the game. Miles of Mediterranean coastline invite relaxation between rounds, while inland hills and traditional villages offer a slower, more authentic rhythm of life. Marbella’s culinary scene ranges from beachside dining to highly acclaimed restaurants, while Sotogrande favors long lunches, discreet marinas and a refined social pace.

Here, golf is not the sole focus of the journey — it is the anchor. The experience expands naturally into culture, gastronomy, nature and nightlife, creating a destination that appeals equally to passionate golfers and to those traveling with family or companions.

When the golf day ends, Andalucía continues to deliver rich experiences. In Marbella, wander through the Old Town, enjoy tapas among vineyards, or unwind along the promenade near Puerto Banús. Sotogrande offers a slower, more understated rhythm — long seaside lunches, discreet boutique shopping and small marinas filled with elegant sailing boats.

History and culture are never far away. Ronda rises dramatically above a deep gorge, revealing layers of Roman, Moorish and medieval heritage. The whitewashed villages of Casares and Mijas Pueblo offer a glimpse into traditional Andalusian life, where time moves gently and authenticity remains intact.

Seville invites visitors to explore its historic quarters on foot, from the Alcázar to the cathedral, and to enjoy a round of golf at Real Sevilla Golf Club. Nearby Jerez offers a fascinating blend of Moorish architecture, Andalusian horsemanship at the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art, and sherry tastings rooted in centuries of tradition.

This is not a golf trip.
It is a curated European lifestyle experience built around golf — defined by privacy, immersion and time well spent.