Holiday rentals and lettings in Galicia

Galicia is a verdurous land of thundering rivers and aromatic eucalyptus forests, of majestic palaces and exemplary beaches that look like they are straight from a Caribbean postcard. You can find holiday rentals all across the region, from the region’s main hubs of Vigo and Coruña, to ambrosial small coastal hamlets such as San Cibrao that make a perfect base for exploring the coastline, to the many inland towns with a very different character such as the famous Santiago de Compostela

In Galicia traditional stone houses are prevalent in the countryside and also in the older parts of small towns. They provide charm and character in stunning locations. In the main cities you can choose from a myriad of flats, both small and large, and in the small towns dotted the Atlantic coast you can find flats with extraordinary sea views.

Galicia is divided into three zones. Urban Galicia – the two main cities of Vigo and Coruña, which offer visitors top notch restaurants and historical sights, and which are also an excellent base from which to explore the region’s natural wonders. Coastal Galicia – peppered by a number of lovely small towns, you will be astounded by the region’s rural coastline. Inland Galicia – One of Spain’s most mysterious areas. Its rivers meet at the region’s heart, moulding the landscape into vast canyons and vertiginous, lush, green valleys.

One of the richest regions in Spain when it comes to gastronomy, make sure to try out Pulpo a Feira – boiled octopus on bed of perfectly cooked potatoes – an authentic Galician dish that actually melts in your mouth, or Mejillones al Vapor, mussels steamed with a squeeze of lemon, or in winter, Cocido Gallego, a traditional stew full of hearty flavours like pork shoulder, chorizo, chickpeas, cabbage and turnip. Scrumptious!

Ssshhh!! If you don’t know yet, let it be our secret. Galicia is home to some of the most spectacular beaches in Europe. In fact, the entirety of the Galician coastline is dotted with simply sensational, unspoilt, sandy beaches. The best one of all? Arguably the Cathedrals, where the sea has sculpted an astounding work of natural art, 30-metre high arches which are unveiled when the tide subsides. The beach is located just outside the town of Ribadeo.

Home to many marked trails, with dramatic coastal, mountainous and forested landscapes, this is a hikers paradise. The Way of the Lighthouses is a big favourite. Running along the northern coast, it passes a multitude of beaches, dunes, forests, rugged cliffs, and river estuaries, and is one of the most stunningly beautiful hikes in the region.

The Cíes Islands are one of Galicia’s greatest treasures: an amazing national natural park and one of Spain's most beautiful places. Completely unspoilt, they boast lush greenery, pure, blue water and white sand. Accessible via a short boat ride from Vigo.

Located a short drive from Santiago, Sobrado dos Monxes boasts a facade that is simply without equal, and unlike anything you will see anywhere in the world. And the minimalist interior makes a walk around the church quite an eerie experience.

Galicia produces arguably the best white wines in Spain, called Albariño. This family owned winery is situated at the top of the Ulla valley just a short drive from Santiago, and the owner proudly shares the great history of the vineyard with its guests.

Most travellers overlook Ourense on their trip to Galicia, and in vain! This gorgeous town set in an idyllic rural setting is split in half by a river overlain by beautiful bridges. The centre boasts old-fashioned stone-laid streets, a fine central square colonnaded on all four sides, and a simple, yet beautiful cathedral. But most importantly of all, is that everywhere you go, the tapas is free!

A few kilometres north of the fishing town of Cariño portends the mother of Spanish capes, Cabo Ortegal, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Bay of Biscay. The cape provides views of the highest coastal cliff faces in Europe and is a truly prodigious natural wonder!