Homewatch Marbella

Homewatch Marbella: rentals, sales and property management on the Costa del Sol

Homewatch Marbella is a family business founded by the Thoennessen family, with more than twenty years of experience in the Marbella and Costa del Sol real estate market. The company presents itself as a consolidated and secure real estate firm, claiming a sales success rate of 100% and more than 100 properties in exclusivity. Its activity covers vacation rentals, monthly and long-term rentals, property sales and comprehensive property management for owners.

Holiday rentals and long-term lets

The rental portfolio includes more than 300 properties offered in exclusivity, ranging from villas and apartments to penthouses. Listings show nightly rates and, in some cases, monthly rental prices for the November to March period. Examples include a five-bedroom villa in Marbella East from €883 per day (€26,500 monthly rental November-March), a two-bedroom apartment in Estepona from €180 per day, a four-bedroom villa in Nueva Andalucía from €450 per day (€6,500 monthly rental November-March), a three-bedroom apartment on Puerto Banús Marina from €150 per day (€2,800 monthly rental November-March) and a two-bedroom townhouse with private heated pool in Marbella East from €245 per day (€4,000 monthly rental November-March). The company also arranges long-term rentals and monthly rentals.

Property sales and investment

Homewatch assists buyers throughout the purchase process on the Costa del Sol, whether for personal use or investment. The sales portfolio features properties in Benahavís and surrounding areas, with prices ranging from €735,000 for a one-bedroom apartment in Lomas del Marbella Club Pueblo to €5,650,000 for contemporary villas in Nueva Andalucía. Examples include a four-bedroom villa with rooftop pool and panoramic sea views at €5,650,000, a Mediterranean villa in El Higueral at €2,490,000, a frontline golf villa in Nueva Andalucía's Golf Valley at €4,500,000, a duplex penthouse in El Paraíso Hills at €1,495,000 and a one-bedroom apartment on the Golden Mile at €735,000. The company states it helps clients choose, prepare and make their properties profitable across the Costa del Sol, especially in Marbella.

Services for owners

For property owners, Homewatch provides property management services that cover bureaucratic processes, tenant selection, maintenance and cleaning. The firm describes itself as a specialist in property management, taking care of everything so owners do not have to worry. It also offers a free property appraisal, assistance with publishing a home on Homewatch, a guide on how to sell a house and help with obtaining an energy certificate.

Services for tenants

For tenants and guests, the company offers a selection of properties and a personalised service. It states that it takes care of every detail so guests are carefully looked after, with the aim of providing an excellent and personalised experience.

Local knowledge and area guides

Homewatch publishes area guides for Marbella, Istán, Mijas, Sotogrande and Estepona, aimed at those looking to rent, buy or invest. The company highlights its exceptional knowledge of the area as one of its strengths. Its blog covers topics such as Cabopino, the best areas to invest on the Costa del Sol for foreign buyers in 2025, digital nomads in Spain and selling or renting out a home on the Costa del Sol.

Team and coverage

The team includes co-founders Vivienne Thoennessen (CEO) and Felicitas Thoennessen (COO), along with Jose Carlos O'Donnell (Strategy Development), Encarnación Luque (Property Manager), Cristina Moreno (Accounting Manager), Pedro Sánchez (Maintenance Manager), Manuel Picón (Specialist in Administration and Accounting) and Yéssica Martínez (Administration and operational coordination). The company operates from Manilva to Málaga and its surroundings, with a local team on call 24/7.