Holiday Villa Rentals in Huelva

HUELVA

Huelva is a province of southern Spain in the western part of Andalucia. It is bordered by Portugal, the provinces of Badojoz, Sevilla and Cadiz. The capital city is Huelva.
The province has an unbeatable geographical situation with more than 300 days of sunshine in the year, beautiful beaches, mountains and woodlands. From your holiday rental villa many areas of interest are easily accessible and the choices of base for exploring this beautiful area are endless.

Activities

There are many sports and other activities available in Huelva Province, especially along the beach resorts where there is an excellent choice of waters ports. Because many of these beaches are fishing ports, certain ones also offer the tourist the opportunity to fish. There are numerous golf courses in Huelva, many of which are open all year round such as; Almeria Golf Course designed by Garry Player has 18 holes and par 72, Desert Springs Golf Club near Almeria with excellent facilities for golfers and visitors alike. Donas de Donana Golf Club in a spectacular setting next to the Nature Reserve and is highly popular with players of all abilities and of course the Isla Canela Golf Club set in an area of outstanding beauty and offering first class facilities. This is only a very short list out of simply numerous golf courses in the Huelva Provence, details or which can be provided by your local tourist office on arrival. For a great value holiday home in this stunning part of Spain search through the extensive selection on Rent Property Direct and enjoy an unforgettable holiday in Huelva.

Festivals

Aracena (Sounds of the Past) is an ancient music festival held at the end of August in the town’s 14th century castle.
National show of the Huelva Prawn, where a million prawns are distributed among the public and boats are available for charter for tuna fishing trips. Fountains of Fun takes place in the white-washed mountain village of Galarosa on September 6th. Villagers roam the streets with the sole intention of soaking each other with water!
Film Festival in Huelva during the month of November, bringing together the best of new Latin American and Spanish cinema. In addition there are many fairs and carnivals throughout the year. All over the province you will find a variety of events and festivals throughout the year, so whenever you decide to visit you will be sure to come upon one of these fun and colourful events.

Cuisine
The gastronomy of the Huelva province is primarily fish based, especially white prawns, crayfish and langoustines which it is famous for, as well as many lamb, rabbit and partridge dishes too numerous to mention. Game is always prepared with aromatic herbs giving it a special flavour. This region also produces exquisite fruit, in particular strawberries, pears and melons. There is a wide choice of delicious confectionary with each area having its own speciality.
Whether you decide to dine in the many excellent restaurants offering typical Andalucian fare or opt to enjoy a relaxing family barbeque on the terrace of your vacation villa rental, you will find excellent quality of delicious fresh local produce to make it memorable, especially if preceded by a crisp Cadiz or Jerez sherry and washed down with one of the many good wines produced in the province.

Towns and resorts

Huelva City is located on the mouth of the Odiel and Tinto Estuary. Huelva has been an important port since the Phoenicians developed it as a major trading post. The hub of the city centre today is the palm lined square, the Plaza de las Mungas. A zone of particular natural interest, Huelva is without doubt the Andalucian city most linked to the discovery of the Americas as Christopher Columbus lived in the nearby Rabida monastery. There are fine examples of architecture to be seen among the many beautiful churches and other buildings around Huelva, in particular the Cathedral de la Merced, de San Pedro, Iglesia de la Concepción and Santuario de Nuestra Senora de Cinta: The Provincial Museum provides a history of Huelva from its origins to the present day. There are many museums detailing the history of Huelva up to the present day. You will discover beautiful parks, excellent restaurants, cafes and bars to relax in as you explore this city full of character. Discover your dream vacation rental in Huelva on Rent Property Direct and explore this beautiful region. There are many good shops and markets to browse where you can find a wide variety of locally made handicrafts which make excellent gifts.

Ayamonte is a charming village built by the Romans but also with many archaeological remains from the Moorish period. There is a wide variety of vacation rentals and holiday homes in and around Ayamonte. It has a noticeable Portuguese feel, being situated right on the border. You can either use the suspension bridge or travel by ferry the 15min journey into Portugal.

Moguer is located on the banks of the Tinto River, is a place deeply involved in the Discovery of America and houses the Convent of Santa Clara, a national monument. This is where Christopher Columbus made his oath of allegiance and where you will find many impressively preserved Roman remains.

Aracena is famous for its spectacular limestone caves, Gruta de las Maravillas. The best place to visit for its splendid panoramic views over the town and surrounding countryside is the Castillo (castle). There is a large church there with an imposing brick belfry and archway at the top of the hill.

Isla Christina has a charming fishing port which remains one of the most important fishing ports in Huelva province. The fish from Isa Christina is highly prized throughout Spain. With its many blue flag beaches, it is a popular holiday resort with tourists and Spanish holidaymakers alike.

Mazagon is on the outskirts of the Donana National Park which has a wonderful sporting harbour with excellent services and is close to Matalascanas beach resort. This location makes an excellent location for a holiday home Spain with many amenities on your doorstep.

Niebla is a town which epitomises the history of Huelva where Arabs, Christians and Jews all lived in what was one of the principal kingdoms of the Moors. Because of the heritage left being, Niebla is an official national monument and well worth a visit.

Punta Umbria has a beautiful fine sandy beach with excellent water sports and every amenity making it a great choice for a holiday villa rental.

Torre de la Higuera o Matalascanas has a 5km fine sandy beach near the beautiful Donana National Park and is an excellent place for families. There is a wide range of restaurants, bars and cafes and plenty of activities to keep everyone happy.

Isla de Canela is a stunning resort adjoining Portugal has a beautiful beach stretching over 5km and is one of the loveliest parts of Andalucia. Before reaching the main beach you will pass across impressive sand dunes. The calm water of this particular area makes it extremely popular with families. There is a wide choice of great holiday homes, villa rentals, self catering holiday apartments and vacation rentals to stay at in or near this beautiful holiday resort.

The Sierra de Aracena y Picos de Aroche is in the north of the province and provides the visitor with a total contrast. Organised hikes are a very popular activity in this stunning area.