Leading international ultra-prime real estate agency, Beauchamp Estates, opens new office in Marbella

• Beauchamp Estates, the leading British firm of choice for UHNWIs in the ultra-prime real estate sector, is strengthening its presence in Southern Europe with a new office in Marbella. This strategic move further consolidates the firm’s international expansion and reinforces its presence in key global areas of wealth.• Serving an international client base of UHNWI and HNWI, Marbella now joins the firm’s global network which includes London, the French Riviera, Monaco, New York, Mykonos and Tel Aviv.

  • Beauchamp Estates has been involved in some of the world’s most significant property transactions including the historic sale of Villa Les Cèdres in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat (€200 million), La Belle Epoque Penthouse in Monaco (£143 million) and 2–8 Rutland Gate, London (£225 million) — the most expensive private residence ever sold globally.

Marbella, June 4th 2025 – Beauchamp Estates, the real estate firm of choice for UHNWI and HNWIs, specialising in ultra-luxury properties, has officially opened its new office in Marbella. This expansion marks a strategic milestone in the firm’s international growth, following its presence in London, the French Riviera, Monaco, New York, Mykonos and Tel Aviv. The decision reflects the growing interest from the firm’s global clientele in the enviable Southern European lifestyle offered by destinations like Marbella.

Founded in 1979 by visionary Gary Hersham, Beauchamp Estates has positioned itself as the brokerage of choice for buyers, vendors and investors of exceptional luxury properties. Beauchamp Estates offers exceptional standards of service tailored to individual clients based on discretion, excellence and access to assets that rarely reach the open market.

“Beauchamp Estates has secured its reputation by remaining flexible and responsive to client demand, opening offices where market interest aligns. Marbella offers an exceptional climate and an enviable lifestyle, making it highly attractive whether for seasonal stays or long-term living,” says Hersham. “Marbella meets all the conditions our clients are looking for: a privileged climate, exclusive properties, international connectivity, and a secure legal framework. Our arrival here is not a temporary venture – it is a long-term strategic commitment.”

The Marbella office will be led by Erik Holmgren, Head of Beauchamp Estates Marbella, working alongside Gary Hersham, Founding Director of Beauchamp Estates, who owns a villa in Marbella and, as a local resident and frequent visitor, knows the market intimately. Holmgren brings over a decade of high-end real estate experience, and together with the firm’s global team, will offer bespoke advisory services to clients seeking both lifestyle and investment opportunities.

“The new office has been opened to meet the rising post-pandemic demand by our clients and international buyers for homes in sunny wealth hubs such as Marbella, the French Riviera and Dubai,” says Holmgren. “In Marbella’s luxury homes market, 90% of buyers are from overseas, so Beauchamp Estates is well placed with our offices in London, France and the Middle East to drive interest and connect clients with the Spanish market.”

The opening of the Marbella office comes at a time when global UHNWIs are reassessing their choice of both permanent and secondary residences. Fiscal tightening in the UK and other jurisdictions has led many to explore alternative locations with greater lifestyle appeal and favourable economic conditions. Marbella, with prime enclaves such as La Zagaleta, Sierra Blanca and the Golden Mile, is emerging as a preferred destination, known for its quality of life and established international community.

Beauchamp Estates reveals that the top foreign nationalities purchasing in Marbella include buyers from the UK, Sweden, the Netherlands, Germany, and the Middle East—particularly Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE. As a result, the city’s official population of 275,000 swells to over 800,000 during peak season, underscoring the international magnetism of the destination.

Beauchamp Estates arrives in Marbella with a carefully curated portfolio of contemporary villas, branded residences, Andalusian-inspired estates and select turnkey projects developed in collaboration with local developers and architects. Its clientele includes entrepreneurs, celebrities, tech moguls and members of royal families who seek more than just a residence—they value security, privacy and strategic investment potential.

With an extensive international network and an experienced multilingual team, Beauchamp Estates offers more than transactional support; it delivers a comprehensive, advisory-led service. “We don’t just sell properties: we facilitate secure dreams for those who can afford them but demand excellence,” Hersham adds.

This new Marbella office reaffirms Beauchamp Estates’ long-term vision and positions the Costa del Sol as a vital player in global luxury real estate, at a time when lifestyle and legal security are valued as highly as the assets themselves.

A legacy of landmark transactions
Beauchamp Estates has built a global reputation for its expertise in off-market transactions, where discretion and exclusivity are paramount. This approach has enabled the firm to complete some of the most iconic deals of recent decades, further strengthening its relationship with HNW and UHNW clients.

Among its most notable transactions:
• International deals including Villa Les Cèdres in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat (€200M)

• The iconic La Belle Époque Penthouse in Monaco for £143M, along with key sales in Monaco, Miami, Vienna and Washington D.C.

• Sale of 2–8 Rutland Gate (London) for £225 million – the most expensive private sale in the world

• UK’s most expensive rental: £280,000 per week for a two-month stay

• Recent high-value transactions including Hyde Park Gardens (£38.4M), Grosvenor Square (£36M) and Chester Square (£23M)

As part of its strategic entry into the Costa del Sol, Beauchamp Estates has also taken on the exclusive marketing of the Lagar Hurtado hotel complex, a historic estate located in the Montes de Málaga. This unique project embodies heritage, sustainability and exceptional long-term value – aligning perfectly with the firm’s commitment to premium assets.

With the opening of its Marbella office, Beauchamp Estates not only expands its international footprint but also strengthens its role as a leading voice in ultra-prime real estate, connecting the world’s most discerning buyers to the properties and lifestyles they seek. The firm anticipates continued growth in Marbella and the wider Costa del Sol region, helping to position the area as one of the most sought-after luxury destinations in the world.