Self-Catering Villas in Sardinia

Sardinia has a unique history well worth exploring on your family holidays in Italy. Amongst a host of appealing and enthralling historical attractions are the Nuraghe fortress, several local villages and fantastic temples and tombs, which are found in rural areas (e.g. near Brumini and Valle dei Nuraghe). Nuraghe was built by a people whose ancestors make up one of the biggest mysteries of the Mediterranean. You don't necessarily need accommodation in Rome or villas in Tuscany to discover some of Italy's rich history, this beautiful island has historic sites in abundance, best enjoyed while renting Sardinia villas or self-catering apartments.

For those adventure-hungry holidaymakers renting villas in Italy, the northwest of Sardinia is a famous area for sports. The most important venue is located in Stintino, a small fishing village that offers plenty of activities and recreation opportunities such as walking, cycling, boat trips, diving, golf and horse riding. It is also possible to take a boat ride from holiday rentals to discover the marine landscape from a new perspective. Nature lovers will fall in love with the Maddalena Island or the variety of hiking trails in the area of Gennargentu. Of course, self-catering in Italy also has the benefit of learning about one of the richest cultures in Europe – evident from local museums and galleries, to the customs in small villages and even what you may find on your plate!

The Sardinian cuisine is simple, but delicate and delicious – something to be explored while self-catering. Italy has many regional cuisines and here holidaymakers find dishes such as sumptuous Sardinian suckling pig, comforting Carasau bread and spianatine – which is amazing with cured meat and cheese, e.g. Fiore Sardo and Pecorino Sardo. Other typical dishes are lobster cooked in the Alghero way, tuna from Carloforte, soup, and clams. Finally, wines such as Cannonau, Vermentino, Vernaccia, Malvasia from Bosa are popular as well as liqueurs such as red Mirto, Filu and Ferru. If you can’t finish a large lunch or a rich dinner, bring some of this delicious food back to Sardinia villas and enjoy it on the terrace or balcony the next day.

From charming coastal cottages to spacious country villas, there is plenty of choice of location in Sardinia. Popular cities of the island are Oristano; Cagliari, near the village Nuraghe Su Nuraxi Barumini; and Stintino, known for its amazingly beautiful nature which invites you to practice different types of sports and activities. The Gulf of Orosei is also worth a visit whilst self-catering in Italy due to the lovely beaches, whilst islands such as Caprera, Budelli and the archipelago of Maddalena are also popular destinations. However, Sardinia is just 130 miles by 70 miles, meaning it is quite possible to discover any of the island's delights, within comfortable reach of villas in Sardinia.