Property in North Portugal

When one thinks of properties for sale in Portugal one immediately considers the beautiful Algarve region with its sandy beaches, excellent climate, incredible abundance of golf courses and also its incredible abundance of expatriates and tourists!

But for those seeking an alternative to the Algarve, property in North Portugal is proving an inimitable draw because properties there offer excellent value for money and those who choose to live in Northern Portugal find they can have the best of the weather and the cuisine but escape the summer crowds and the extreme heat of the summer sunshine.

Property in North Portugal is easily accessible with the majority of those who choose the northern region of the country flying in to Porto and benefiting from a plethora of flight companies who fly direct from all the main UK and European airports.  Ryanair also offer a cheap flight service from the UK which has increased the numbers of Britons now seeking property for sale in this part of Portugal.

On arrival at Porto those seeking properties for sale in Northern Portugal and who are unfamiliar with the region should spend a few days traveling the Costa Verde or Minho Region and getting to know the regions of Viana do Castelo, Braga, Vila Real and Braganca as well.

The Minho Region is currently the most popular with those seeking investment property in Portugal (northern regions) or a holiday home away from the main tourist areas because it is such a stunning part of the country with its lush green landscape, rivers and beaches and many beautiful and historic towns and villages. 

Viana do Castelo, Braga, Vila Real and Braganca also offer visitors and those seeking a brand new home in Portugal the very best in Portuguese hospitality and cuisine as well as stunning areas of natural beauty and an abundance of property for sale.  Typical homes for sale in these regions of North Portugal tend to be traditional, stone built houses and all real estate in Northern Portugal is far more affordable than anything in the Algarve region of the country.

Those seeking beach front properties for sale in Portugal can also find their dream home in the north of the country – Moledo Beach in Caminha (pictured) is increasingly popular with expatriates seeking a seaside home away from the crazy summer crowds experienced in Southern Portugal for example.  Or those who just wish to live near nature and water will find that the abundance of rivers and lakes, national parks, mountains and rolling hills in north Portugal are home to a range of traditional homes, farm houses and cottages – many are crying out for a little renovation but all offer a lifestyle opportunity that more and more of us are seeking away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.