San Martin de Tesorillo

San Martin del Tesorillo is a small village located approximately 11 kilometres north-west of Puerto du la Duquesa in the Costa del Sol region of Spain. It is a quiet location with many studio apartments, townhouses and villas that offer spectacular countryside views. The economy of the village is predominantly the growing of oranges and there are many groves and orchards surrounding this peaceful and traditional village.

Main Tourist Attractions

Golf is widely available in the immediate area of this sleepy town. Sotogrande has its own golfing academy and several challenging 18 hole courses. Other sporting facilities available include polo, horse riding, tennis and badminton. San Martin del Tesorillo is the perfect base from which to go walking, mountain biking, rock climbing or trekking in the mountainous terrain of the area. Beaches can be found in nearby Sabinillas and a visit to Tarifa Beach is a must. History enthusiasts can take the short drive to the village of Manilva to experience ruins of an aqueduct and Roman sulphur baths, which reputedly had one Julius Caesar among its visitors.

Shopping Opportunities

San Martin del Tesorillo has many shops which cater for the everyday needs of residents and visitors. You will find a small amount of family run shops that stock items such as clothing, shoes, leather goods, pottery, baskets and souvenirs. Nearby Pueblo Nuevo de Guadiaro has its own commercial shopping centre and Puerto du la Duquesa has many interesting shops down by the marina. Sotogrande is also a short distance away from the village and has the Sotomarket. There is also an arts & crafts fair held here twice a week. Many people take the short journey to La Linea and catch a boat to the rock of Gibraltar to hunt for bargains in the colourful bazaars.

Eating out and Nightlife

San Martin del Tesorillo has a few cafés and restaurants which serve a range of typical Spanish dishes, including the stale Tapas, and a selection on international favourites. Sotogrande and Puerto du la Duquesa have some upmarket restaurants for that special evening out.

The village is a rustic and traditional pueblo and so there are no clubs or discos. Most evenings are spent enjoying the stunning scenery with a glass of wine in hand. Sotogrande and Puerto du la Duquesa are the nearest districts to offer a livelier nightlife, with many bars laying on live entertainment and music until the early hours.