Perched beside a turquoise-blue lagoon with the sand beneath your feet, we'd forgive you for thinking you'd landed on Caribbean shores. But this luxurious resort-style apartment complex is closer than you think – set back from the beaches of Estepona in sun-dappled Andalucia.

Set within nine acres of exotic grounds, this newly-built complex has got rest and reset written all over it. Laze away the day bobbing about the freshwater lagoon stretching over a hectare wide (100 metres away) or beside the shared pools. Fancy upping the ante? Try watersports on the lagoon, wall climbing for the kids, a workout in the shared gym, or tee off from one of the eight golf courses nearby.

When tummies rumble, grab a table at one of two on-site restaurants or jump in the car to blaze a trail down to Estepona Beach. The seafront chiringuitos serving the freshest seafood imaginable are an evening well spent.

Back home at this south-facing apartment, everywhere feels fresh and inviting, with immaculate, contemporary interiors. But it's outside on that vast, sea-facing terrace where we think you'll spend most of your time. It's the perfect spot for alfresco morning coffees, champagne sundowners and everything else in between.

Home truths:
*There is garage parking available in the same building
*You’ll share an entrance and lift access in the apartment building
*You’ll find a laptop-friendly space for remote working in the apartment
*Beach towels are provided, so you pack a little lighter
*Activities on the lagoon are included with your stay
*Along with the freshwater lagoon and beach, there is also a shared swimming pool and children’s pool
*Your host owns multiple apartments in this building, so the exact view and furnishings may vary slightly from the photos
*While the second bathroom isn’t photographed, we expect the style and quality to be consistent with the rest of the home
*Your nearest supermarket is just three kilometres away