Holiday Rentals in Castelo Branco
Featured Holiday Rentals in Castelo Branco
Holiday Rentals in Castelo Branco - A Guide to Castelo Branco
Castelo Branco is one of the most rural districts in Portugal, and one of seven which have a border with Spain. A holiday rental in Castelo Branco is definitely suited to those who enjoy rugged mountainous scenery, walled towns and quiet unspoilt villages.
The district has no coastline and for those seeking a rural hideaway, the most popular holiday rentals in Castelo Branco are renovated farmhouses. The main town of Castelo Branco takes its name from the castle which dominates the whole area , giving panoramic views to the Spanish border and the upper reaches of the river Tagus.
An apartment to rent in Castelo Branco is the ideal base for exploring this fascinating walled town dating back to the time of the Templars in the thirteenth century. Don’t forget to visit the acclaimed gardens of the Bishop’s Palace.
Types of Holiday Rentals in Castelo Branco
Holiday rentals in Castelo Branco come in all shapes and sizes. In some of the towns there are apartments to rent in Castelo Branco but this district is not on the usual tourist trail and the supply of town-based holiday rentals in Castelo Branco is not large.
The main attraction here is the countryside and, as we said above, restored or converted farmhouses to rent in Castelo Branco make delightful, quiet holiday retreats away from the hubbub of the tourist hotspots. These are going to appeal to walkers, hikers and those simply wanting a quiet, simple holiday. Some, but not all, houses to rent in Castelo Branco have pools and may be large enough to accommodate up to 10 people.
In this sparsely populated district, space is not an issue and most rural Castelo Branco holiday rentals come with a large garden and plenty of parking space. Of course not everyone wants to go on holiday in a large party and for smaller groups you can find some lovely cottages to rent in Castelo Branco.
These one or two bedroom properties are often converted farm buildings and are full of character. The conversions are done to a high specification and rural need not mean rustic.
Castelo Branco Useful Information
Castelo Branco district covers 6,675 square kilometers in central Portugal and its population of 200,000 means it is very sparsely populated. Much of the district is mountainous and it is possible to find a Castelo Branco holiday rental with spectacular mountain views.
The eleven municipalities making up the district vary greatly in size and most Castelo Branco holiday rentals are to be found in the southern part of the district where the larger towns of Serta and Castelo Branco itself are to be found.
The A23 motorway travels north/south through the district and is the main means of access from the Lisbon area. If you are choosing a holiday rental in Castelo Branco you are probably not a sun-worshipper but nevertheless you can expect warm sunny weather in summer. Winters are colder and wetter due to the mountains.
If you are thinking of hiring a car for your holiday then be sure to read our top tip for how to get the cheapest deal on your car rental in Castelo Branco.
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