Alentejo is one of the four main regions of Portugal, bordering the Algarve to the south. Known as Portugal's bread basket, Alentejo is a huge, open area of countryside although the landscape does vary dramatically from the granite hills of the north east to the open plains of the south. Holiday villas in Alentejo are perfect for those wishing to truly relax, recuperate and recharge whilst on holiday, as the tourist crowds have not yet discovered Alentejo, which has one of the most blissfully peaceful way of life you can find!

In this scenically outstanding area of Central Portugal, holiday villas and farmhouses in Alto Alentejo are ideally situated for a thorough investigation of the abundance of fascinating flora and fauna that exist in the unspoilt environments that can be found throughout this region - holiday rental accommodation in Alto Alentejo being found close to, if not within, the beautiful Sao Mamede Natural Park where the sheer wealth of bird-life makes this a destination highly sought after by anyone with a passion for bird-watching. With a landscape of rugged hills, peaceful woodland and lush, green countryside, a holiday cottage or farmhouse in Alto Alentejo is just one way for you to enjoy a truly authentic rustic experience in this largely rural part of Central Portugal - villa rentals also providing plenty of traditional character and charm carefully blended with all the modern luxuries and conveniences you could need, so you'll be sure to find the right type of holiday accommodation in Alto Alentejo, whatever your preferences or requirements may be. Having such a fabulous choice of villas, farmhouses and cottages in Alto Alentejo, guesthouses might not be something you've ever considered, but for a totally stress-free alternative to self catering accommodation in Alto Alentejo, bed and breakfast will give you the chance to really enjoy a self-indulgent and relaxing vacation.

The Parque Natural de Serra de Sao Mamede is a beautiful park, engulfing not only beautiful swathes of the country, but also a handful of atmospheric medieval villages. The Parque Natural do Vale Guadiana to the north is also well worth a visit from a holiday villa in Alentejo, especially for walking and to use the secluded, sandy beaches which line the west end of the park.

Alentejo is steeped in history from across the ages, with clear examples of Roman and Arab constructs, as well as dolmens, cromlechs and sturdy medieval castles. There are a huge range of impressive historic sights to see across the region, but the most dramatic have to be the Estremoz Castle in Pousada, the gigantic Elvas Aqueduct and Castle, Castelo de Vide or the remains of the Roman Temple in Evora.

Alentejo is also a great destination for quite beach holidays. An Alentejo property along the west coast of Alentejo around the town of Sines on either the Costa Dorada to the south or Costa da Gale to the north will provide some of the most authentic Portuguese beach holiday experiences available. The unspoilt, wild, sand beaches of the Atlantic are a favourite destination for surfers and windsurfers, who descend on holiday villas in Alentejo during the summer months. The many reservoirs which adorn this dry countryside were originally created to ensure water for residents, but now sailing, water skiing and windsurfing thrive on them.

Although a holiday villa in Alentejo is usually taken for a peaceful, relaxing break, you can get the adrenaline pumping around your body here. The countryside is ideally suited to mountain biking, and the skies above Alentejo are often dotted with hot air balloons and skydivers taking to the air for a combination of adrenaline and breathtaking views.

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