Costa del Sol

In the sunny region of Veneto on the East coast of Italy’s peninsula is the seaside area of Caorle. There are five top class Blue Flag beaches in this area alone. Two of these seaside stretches of sand are called Levante and Porto Santa Margherita.

Tourists can avail of the many shops, restaurants and water sport rentals available here on their day out at the beach.

Why not go canoeing around the rugged coastline or go on a thrilling kite-surfing lesson when the winds pick up and the waves start to rise!

Stay at a beautiful vacation rental in Veneto where you can easily meander along the coast for a few days and visit welcoming cities like Venice and Verona.

If you have found a vacation rental in Veneto and are exploring the incredible seaside getaway of Jesolo, you will find no shortage of things to see and do in this amazing destination. However, one of the attractions in town that you might consider making time for is the Pista Azzurra.

One of the world’s most important go-kart tracks that hosts national and international competitions each year, it is a prestigious destination for the sport for professionals but is also offers a range of services for those wanting to try it out for fun. If you have always wanted to give it a go yourself, this is the perfect opportunity!

Jesolo is a stunning seaside resort that is located on a stretch of the coast in Veneto between the Venice Lagoon and the Piave River Delta, and if you have found a vacation rental in Veneto, consider heading there.

A hub of fun and sun and excitement, there is lots to do at all times of the day.

The town has roots going back to the 6th Century AD and was given the name Cavazzucherina in the 15th Century. In 1930 it became known as Jesolo and, around the same time, in the late 1920s, it became a tourist destination, with the first beach establishments, hotels and restaurants popping, eventually making it one of the most important hubs for tourism on the Adriatic.

Continuing with our stunning historic properties...

4. Villa Di Montelopio

Villa Di Montelopio dates from the 16th century and still retains the atmosphere, though part has been totally restored in recent years. You still find the cotto floors and the beamed ceilings but with all modern comforts now a bonus. The castellated towers, stone exterior walls, ivy clinging to the facade, high ceilings, intricate details of the decor, intense sense of character and artworks all make for an incredibly romantic and picturesque experience that one won't quickly forget. The outdoor spaces are also charming: you are welcomed into the property by the delightful stone courtyard out front, perfect for dining, pretty terraces, a groomed little garden and a paved pool area, installed among the olive groves. It is available from just €542 per night and sleeps up to nine in five bedrooms.

We have have been talking about Veneto all this week, which is a rather unsung hero when it comes to holiday destinations in Italy. Everyone, of course, knows Venice and Veneto and there are famous skiing areas in the region, too, but the wider region has been left relatively untouched by tourism.

Don't be deceived, however, as this is not because of a lack of things to see or do or of beauty. In fact, it is the exact opposite. Plus, some of our most extraordinary vacation rentals are located in Veneto.

If you are looking for an excellent holiday rental in Veneto, you well and truly have come to the right place.

We've been talking about some of our favourite properties in previous posts and here is another of the amazing examples you can find on our site...

Torcello Island in Venice was the first island in what expanded to become the vast lagoon city of Venice. It’s the oldest region of Venice to have been continuously populated by people since the downfall of the Roman Empire.

Many Venetian people fled the marshland to seek refuge from barbarians and looters on the marshy lagoon island of Torcello.

Choose from a beautiful range of holiday villas in the Venice area where you can visit Torcello Island and other famous attractions in Venice.