Costa de la Luz - Huelva Vacation Rental apartment: Isla Canela

Costa de la Luz and Isla Canela: 'The Costa de la Luz' literally translates as 'The Coast of Light'.It is a beatiful example of the Spain of yesteryear.Largely untouched by mass tourism it does not suffer the same problems of overcrowded beaches and high rise buildings evident on the other Spanish Costa's.Situated as it is right next to Portugal it shares the same climate and advantages of both Countries.In fact it is regularly referred to as 'The Spanish Algarve'.It's proximity to the African coast produces a warm climate most times of the year although normally a light breeze ensures that even in the heat of summer temperatures are pleasent. The beatiful golden sands of the 7 kilometer rustic beach at Isla Canela is washed clean by the Atlantic Ocean and is never crowded.Beach bars and sunbed/shade rental during the season comliment the beach without being intrusive.There are a number of luxury hotels nearby and the Marina also houses a small commercial centre with shops, restaurants, cafe/bars and water sports.

Punte del Moral and Ayamonte: The picturesque fishing village of Punte del Moral stands immediately opposite the apartment across the tidal basin.This is a working port and visitors will be fascinated by the coming and going of the boats as they bring in their catch each day.The small restaurants which adorn the quay side sell wonderful fish which has literally been landed that day. Ayamonte stands on the River Guadiana which seperates Spain and Portugal.It is a typical white cottages Spanish town and a visit is really like stepping back in time.No fish and chip shops and kiss me quick hats here!.It has two lovely squares where the Spanish residents sit and watch the world go by and a particularly good restaurant which serves the local delicasy of serano ham from the black acorn fed pig.This is a must do experience.A small car/passenger ferry crosses from here to Portugal and until recent times was the only connection.The ferry docks at the small Portugese town of Villa Real,which is another gem to visit.

Golf and other Activities in the Area: There are around a dozen golf courses within a 30 kilometre radius of Isla Canela. Further afield into the Algarve and towards Seville are another dozen reachable by car in around 90 minutes. The local course at Isla Canela is a real challenge. It is an 18 hole par 72 parkland course, close to the sea with lush vegetation and a number of water features. It has a fine clubhouse and restaurant together with driving range and a fully stocked pro's shop. Buggies are available although not necessary as the course is reasonably flat. Discounted green fees of up to 44% are available on this course to renters of the apartment. Around 30 minutes drive from the apartment is a large water park with all the usual facilities expected at such locations. The Donana National Park is around one hours' drive away and should not be missed. Not only for the wildlife there, but to experience the drive along the 35 km.of untouched and uninhabited beach, which is quite breathtaking.

Other Activities: Water Park and National Park nearby

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