Nearest Town :
Isla Canela is joined to the mainland by a bridge to the town of Ayamonte (10 minutes away), which boasts 2 pretty tree-lined squares, surrounded by numerous restaurants and bars. Here you can find everything you need for your stay: a daily covered fruit, vegetable and fish market, supermarkets, individual shops, cinema, restaurants and bars. Ayamonte is set along the banks of the river Guadiana, which is the second largest inland river in Spain. Take a boat ride where you can go between two countries and enjoy a meal whilst viewing the magnificent scenery or take an adventure ride through the landscape via a 4 x 4 jeep.
Places to visit :
Throughout the year the ferry across the River Guadiana, which runs between Spain and Portugal, sees a continual coming and going of travellers. Or if you prefer you can drive over the bridge to Portugal (3km away) to Villa Real de Santo Antonio for even cheaper shopping. Travel a little further along the coast and you find Tavira, the “prettiest village in Portugal”. This is an ancient town, it has a castle and nearly 40 churches, a lively harbour front, with restaurants and bars. It is home to one of the best beaches on this coast. In fact the whole of the Algarve is accessible for a day’s outing, including the Zoomarine Ocean theme park, where you can swim with the dolphins (pre booking is advisable).
Seville is the capital of Andalucia, 90 minutes away. It is home to the largest cathedral in the world, and the magnificent Moorich palace, the Alcazar. A visit is a must to truly appreciate the history, culture and charm of this beautiful city.
Golf:
The nearest golf course is Isla Canela, only a 5 minute drive away, an 18 hole, par 72 mature course that is relatively flat with water, has buggies, trolleys and clubs available for hire. Reduced green fees for apartment guests. There are 2 bowling greens, a swimming pool, driving range adjacent to the club house. A teaching professional is available for all levels of instruction. There are 4 other Spanish golf courses within easy driving from the apartment, including the course at Isantilla. The nearest Portuguese Gold course is at Castor Marim, about a 20 minute drive away, with full facilities and a teaching professional, with many more courses accessible in Portugal with as little as an hours drive.