Holiday Rentals in Vila Real
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Holiday Rentals in Vila Real - A Guide to Vila Real
Vila Real is in northern Portugal, west of Bragança and bordering Spain to the north. A holiday rental in Vila Real will give you access to a good many attractions but not to the famous Spanish football team with a similar name.
Vila Real holiday rentals are ideal for those wanting a quiet holiday in a rural setting but in gentler countryside than is found in neighbouring Bragança. This is a district of low mountains and tranquil river valleys and most holiday rentals in Vila Real are traditional stone houses and farmhouses.
The towns are all fairly small and many of the villages are actually very quiet as the local population has declined over the years. There is a direct road link to Porto and if you want a change from the peace and quiet of your Vila Real holiday rental you can always spend some time in the livelier atmosphere of the city.
Types of Holiday Rentals in Vila Real
Although there isn’t quite the choice of holiday rentals in Vila Real as there is in more “touristy” areas, you should be able to find the right size of property for your party.
There are beautifully renovated cottages to rent in Vila Real, ideal for small family groups for instance or couples looking for a romantic getaway. These often have 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and are equipped with all modern appliances. Sometimes this type of Vila Real holiday rental will be in the grounds of a larger estate or farm and often there is a pool for the use of guests.
For larger groups there are traditional stone houses to rent in Vila Real. Again these are restored to a high standard and invariably include a garden and sometimes a pool. Many of these Vila Real holiday rentals were once farmhouses or large country homes and have upwards of four bedrooms and two or more bathrooms. Some are near golf courses and some offer fishing nearby.
Not all Vila Real holiday rentals are old buildings. There are a few modern villas to rent in Vila Real with pools and gardens and sometimes these modern villas have the best views as they have been designed and built with that in mind
Vila Real Useful Information
The district of Vila Real covers 4,200 square kilometers with a population of 224,000 spread over 14 municipalities. It is a sparsely populated district where most of the population lives in the small towns.
This lack of people is often what makes a holiday rental in Vila Real so attractive to people who spend their working lives in busy cities. Until recently access to your Vila Real holiday rental may have been difficult but in the eighties a new road was cut through the mountains making this rural district far more accessible.
Vila Real town itself boasts the impressive Mateus Palace which is featured on the label of Mateus Rosé wine and is well worth a visit from your Vila Real holiday rental.
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 Vila Real.
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