5 overlooked portugal property destinations
So, to give you the most informed perspective possible on Portugal’s property market, TheMoveChannel.com continues to profile the cities and areas across the country that generated the highest number of enquiries last year.
Here are five overlooked property destinations in Portugal:
Located in the Centro Region, the district of Castelo Branco is a long way from the Coast, but the area (which takes its name, literally, from “White Castle”) is famous for its traditional culture and cuisine, including wine and cheese. Old villages and natural parks provide residents with a beautiful backdrop, while the mountain of Serra da Estrela is popular with tourists for its ski resort and with investors for the potential yields.
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Despite being away from the Faro district Coast, Monchique’s hot sulphur springs and related spa village - Caldas de Monchique - draw in health tourists and house hunters alike. Its inland location also means that it does not get overcrowded win summer visitors, making it ideal for expats seeking a quiet Change of pace overseas.
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50km from the capital of Lisbon, Torres Vedras is a city surrounded by lush hills and vineyards. Green is not just the colour of its environment, though: the popularity of its beaches among tourists has prompted the city to try to become a sustainable destination, an effort that earned it a QualityCoast award in 2011. Combined, they make for a clean and beautiful place to live.
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Setubal region
The Setubal district in the South of Portugal is one of the prettiest places in Portugal. Home to the city of Setubal, its natural expanse stretches down to the Coast where the country’s third largest port resides. The quaint surroundings and typical Portuguese lifestyle and climate attracts residents and visitors all year round.
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Ferragudo
Located in the West Algarve, Monchique is Algarve through and through. A smaller cousin to the popular Portimao, the traditional white houses and picturesque seafront charm house hunters and tourists every year. High-end villas overlook the former fishing village from the hills, while the golden beaches of Praia Grande and Praia do Pintadinho are some of Faro’s best. Golf courses - one designed by Nick Faldo -also ensure that investors and sports fans will never be bored.
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