Apartment for rent in MAR AZUL, Estepona, Costa del Sol, Spain.

Sea-gulls view of pools, gardens & Sea	Front pool -Sea behind camera
Sun-drenched terrace & private lawn	MAR AZUL pools at night

MAR AZUL comprises of only 72 exclusive apartments arranged in a 'V'-shape, designed in such a way that each apartment is provided with the intimate privacy that one may expect from a private villa.

The open end of the 'V' is purely beach & sea! Within the 'V' is a totally unique area of exuberant and colourful tropical gardens, and within that lies an inner world of spectacular sculptured swimming pools, beautiful stone statues, fountains, cascading waterfalls, underwater jacuzzi deck-chairs, thatch-roofed cabanas, pool-bar etc.

All the facilities of a 4-star 'Aparthotel' are available at the sharp end of the 'V', along with inside heated swimming pool, jacuzzi, gym, spa, thermal-baths, steam-room, hair & beaty salon, massage-parlour, alternative medical centre, etc.

Because MAR AZUL faces South, all the apartments have glorious sea-views and receive their full share of the Sun. My apartment is literally a stone’s throw from the beach, and on the ground floor with just five privacy steps down to the pool and garden complex. It is perfectly situated overlooking the centre-pool area, with the “infinity pool” beyond that, and beyond the infinity pool....Sea....Sea...Sea.....Sea....more sea....and perhaps a ship !

Europe’s finest microclimate played a leading role in the design of both the spacious lounge and master bedroom, both of which feature full-length panoramic windows, wide sliding African-Teak-framed glass doors utilising reflective 'privacy' safety-glass, and incorporating mosquito-net curtains.

Both sliding doors lead out onto the extensive sun-drenched terrace and private manicured lawned area in front, complemented with top quality outdoor dining table, 6 comfortable chairs (2 of which recline), and 2 loungers.
The perfect place for alfresco breakfasts in the morning.
The perfect place to “spread yourselves out” during the day.
The perfect place for a romantic candle-lit dinner in the evening ‘till late.

The large area provided by the terrace and our private lawn can be rendered 'child-friendly' by the easy erection of the provided trellises to cover the openings in the front garden wall, and a gate to guard the steps down to pool-side.

In keeping with the overall impression of elegant but stylish simplicity, the combined effect of the cream-coloured marble floors of the lounge and bedrooms (with their contrasting-coloured border), the beige walls, and the terracotta furnishings, help to create light and bright internal living spaces.

The kitchen has been designed with the finest attention to detail. Top of range dishwasher, washing machine and tumble-dryer are nowhere to be seen, but you'll find them hidden behind beautifully sculptured cupboard doors and under granite work-tops.

The almost decadent use of the highest quality Travertino Marble on floors, walls and surfaces in both bathrooms enhance their clean, crisp, and elegant design, complemented by frosted-glass privacy screens and bidet in both. The main bathroom boasts of a hydro-massage shower in a perfectly-matching marble cubicle, additional rinsing shower over jacuzzi bath, and “his & hers” wash-basins. The underfloor heating makes it a pleasure to use these bathrooms at all times of the year, and ensures quick drying of towels ! Additional deluxe features such as vast electrically heated mirrors ( which never steam-up ! ), sunken halogen lighting, and ceiling speakers, ensure that there’ll be no rushing the ladies out of these bathrooms!

All this enhanced by a totally-enclosed micro-climate air-quality control system, providing whatever temperature you choose throughout the year and throughout the apartment.

The 24 hour security guards, video security system, (incorporating magnetic card entering system), door peep-hole, panic-button, underground car park with remote-controlled doors, silent hydraulic lift from garage, and safety deposit box in master bedroom, all combine to maximise the feeling of safety and well-being here on MAR AZUL.

For a video-clip of my apartment & pool areas please visit:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Ec0Tp44Udk