Holiday Rentals in Viseu
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Holiday Rentals in Viseu - A Guide to Viseu
Viseu is a medium sized district in north central Portugal sandwiched between Aveiro district to the west and Guarda to the east. Holiday rentals in Viseu are most definitely for nature lovers, outdoor pursuits enthusiasts or perhaps couples looking for a peaceful romantic getaway.
This mountainous area could almost be called the forgotten district of Portugal and holiday rentals in Viseu are far less numerous than in the coastal districts to the west. It is, however, possible to find jewels in this remote, rural landscape.
Houses to rent in Viseu are often nestled into the hillsides with panoramic views over river valleys, with mountains in the distance, literally “far from the madding crowd” Of course, Portugal is not a large country and it is quite possible to spend some time in the nearby towns and cities however remote your Viseu holiday rental.
Types of Holiday Rentals in Viseu
There are very few apartments to rent in Viseu, reflecting the rural nature of the district. Being well off the usual tourist trail, the towns have not been developed for tourism and most holiday rentals in Viseu are going to be found in the countryside.
You are far more likely to find a charming farmhouse to rent in Viseu, carefully renovated and offering all the modern amenities in a rural and secluded setting. These farmhouses to rent in Viseu are often quite large featuring four or more bedrooms and bathrooms.
They may be situated on an estate where some of the smaller buildings have been converted into cottages to rent in Viseu. Therefore, whatever the size of your party you can find a holiday rental in Viseu to suit your needs. Some of these houses to rent in Viseu will have a pool in the garden but by no means all.
For the very hardy there is river swimming and several river beaches which have become quite popular. Other activities to be enjoyed from your Viseu holiday rental include fishing, walking and horse riding. A holiday rental in Viseu is not just for the energetic though, it is perfectly possible to spend a peaceful relaxing holiday just soaking up the scenery and visiting the unspoilt local villages.
Viseu Useful Information
Viseu district covers 5000 square kilometers, nearly twice the size of neighbouring Aveiro, but with only 400,000 population, it is one of the most sparsely populated districts in Portugal making it ideal for anyone looking for a secluded holiday rental in Viseu. The district is divided into 24 municipalities and generally the further east you go, towards Guarda, the more mountainous it gets.
I have not seen any holiday rental in Viseu offering ski-ing as an activity but there are certainly ski resorts in Guarda district not so very many miles away. The A25 motorway crosses the district from east to west and passes close by Viseu city itself. The A25 meets the A1 near the coast and makes access to most Viseu holiday rentals fairly easy and trouble-free. Some of the farmhouses to rent in Viseu may be accessed off very minor roads up into the hills adding the feeling of seclusion.
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 Viseu.
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