Cristiano Ronaldo purchases a £1.3m holiday villa in Marbella

Juventus Striker, Cristiano Ronaldo has acquired a four-bedroom Marbella home valued at £1.3m.

Expanding the athlete's property empire to a total value of £27m, Ronaldo will count UFC star Conor McGregor, danish goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen and ex-Irish football star Steven Carr among his neighbours.

Situated in the exclusive new £15m development called 'The Heights', the gated community is located by the La Resina Golf Course and is increasingly known locally as 'The Superstars Cul de Sac'.

Ronaldo's luxurious holiday mansion is characterised by slick, modern lines with a stark white facade and features panoramic views of the Mediterranean. The property boasts an infinity swimming pool, expansive high-rise ceilings and windows, a home cinema and a private gym. Flanked by the golf course, the world's second highest paid athlete will enjoy unparalleled views of the coastline below and the serene privacy of the Marbella hills priced by many.

Located 20 mins west from the city of Malaga and protected by the Sierra Blanca mountains and the iconic La Concha peak, Marbella remains as one of the most popular and well-known destinations on Spain's Costa del Sol. Famed for its laid-back lifestyle and 300 days of sunshine per year, property investors continue to seek out properties in Marbella whether they are looking to relocate permanently or have a holiday home in the sun.