Holiday Rentals in Penela
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Holiday Rentals in Penela- A Guide to Penela
Penela municipality lies just to the south of Coimbra and holiday rentals in Penela exists in their dozens. This is a more gentle land than further east towards the mountains. Penela holiday rentals look out over olive groves and vineyards with often just a suggestion of mountains in the distance.
Undoubtedly the biggest attraction in the town of Penela is its large medieval castle. Castles are quite numerous in this part of Portugal having been part of the defences of Coimbra in more troubled times. Penela castle sits above the town and must have quite a daunting obstacle for early invaders. A short bus ride from the town is the beauty spot of Loucainha, featuring natural pools, picnic sites and a smart restaurant.
Part of the attraction of holiday rentals in Penela is the ease of access to such a varied landscape; the beaches of the Silver coast to the west, the historic city of Coimbra to the north, unspoilt countryside to the south and mountains to the east. Many foreigners have opted to buy second homes in Penela, renting them out to visitors for part of the year, thus adding greatly to the supply of Penela holiday rentals.
If you are going to Penelafor your holidays, make sure you read our guide to getting the best deals on car rental in Penela.
Types of Holiday Rentals in Penela
Holiday rentals in Penela are as varied as the landscape itself. There are villas to rent in Penela, fairly modern and usually with pools and gardens. Slightly older houses to rent in Penela may be renovated wine-growers houses or village houses, beautifully restored and full of character.
Some farmhouses and cottages to rent in Penela are in a more rural location but nowhere is really isolated. Water is an important recreational resource whether it be simply watching a tumbling waterfall, river swimming or canoeing. And, of, course, the sea is not too far away.
Penela holiday rentals are easily reached from either Porto or Lisbon airports by means of the main A1 motorway running north/south close by.