Sunset Bay

Sunset Bay, a residential complex by Culmia where the terraces are part of everyday life rather than an occasional extra. The full development comprises 174 homes across four phases, with one-, two- and three-bedroom layouts, including ground-floor homes with gardens and penthouses. The current selection consists of ten two-bedroom apartments on ground and first floors, so the position and outlook of each home are worth comparing alongside its floor plan.

The buildings are arranged as smaller volumes that shift across the irregular plot, opening up views rather than forming one continuous frontage. The spaces between them are part of the design, bringing gardens and outdoor routes into the layout. The scheme is oriented towards the sea, although the outlook should be checked from the particular home being considered rather than assumed to be the same throughout the development.

Large windows connect the living spaces with the terraces, while the southwest orientation brings afternoon light into the homes. The projecting terraces and overhangs have a practical role across the seasons: they are designed to shade the rooms from stronger summer sun while allowing winter sunlight farther inside. The outdoor space is therefore part of how the homes manage light and shade, as well as somewhere to eat or sit outside.

The gardens use planting adapted to dry conditions, with lawn areas limited to reduce water demand. A permanent green framework is combined with flowering perennials that change through the year, giving the grounds seasonal interest. Pedestrian paths connect the homes and shared spaces, with places to pause between the buildings.

Two swimming pools with sunbathing areas form the main shared outdoor space. A reading corner, an outdoor exercise area and a putting green give the grounds other uses beyond swimming, while the social club and indoor gym provide places to meet or exercise throughout the year.

Inside, the available homes have two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with living spaces opening onto their terraces. Kitchens come fitted with appliances, and built-in wardrobes provide storage within the bedrooms. Double glazing and individual aerothermal systems support indoor comfort, with heating, cooling and hot water supplied through each home's own installation. Lifts serve the residential floors. The development has a B energy rating for both energy consumption and CO2 emissions.

La Gaspara places the development on the western side of Estepona, around 300 metres from the beach. The coastal path provides a walking or cycling route along the sea, while Estepona town centre is about five minutes away by car. The surrounding area has supermarkets, a pharmacy, schools and the hospital, with Valle Romano, Estepona Golf and Finca Cortesín among the nearby golf options.

Road connections link the area with other coastal towns. Sotogrande is around 24 minutes away by car and Marbella around 28 minutes. Nearby bus routes provide another way into Estepona, with the old town around 20 minutes away by bus. These are approximate journey times; driving remains useful for exploring farther along the coast.

Surface parking is included with the homes, rather than an underground garage. That is a practical distinction when comparing options, just as being close to the beach is different from being in the centre of town. A show flat is available to visit, offering a way to see the interiors and finishes beyond the plans and renders.