David & Jan

We are a curious blend - total opposites who have shared life's challenges for over 45 years.  We live in England but spent many years visiting Tarifa and its wonderful surrounding area.

Having travelled to many parts of Europe and around the world, we decided to find a little place of our own in the sun. After a lot of searching,  we eventually visited Tarifa in Andalucía, Southern Spain and fell in love with the place.  It had just the right mix of people, culture, sport, nature and relaxation.

Being right on the beach, in a small development with a shared pool and well maintained garden area was just what we wanted. Finally, in spring 2004, we got our 'Copia Simple' documents and started renting out our property - La Tortuga I.

In 2014, we refurbished the studio to create a better layout with a new tiled floor, new kitchen area and a full height bathroom.  In 2018, we fitted a new front door, updated the sofabed and changed the layout to provide more living space.  In 2021, after being locked down in the UK, we upgraded the bed and redecorated the whole studio.  We also updated the terrace furniture and the dining table / chairs. In late 2022, we completely renovated the bathroom including new shower, sink, mirror, toilet, window, tiling and lighting. In 2025, we upgraded the main bed, the sofabed, the fridge and refreshed the studio.

In 2026, we decided it was time to sell and we wish the new owner all the very best.  They rent out the studio and will be delighted to hear from you via Living Tarifa. ​

We also used to be the proud owners of a limited edition Piaggio Ape Calessino tuk tuk.  We enjoyed driving it round the old town or down to one of the many nearby beaches.  After five years of fun, she moved to Arcos de la Frontera near Jerez in 2016​.