Featured Holiday Rentals in Corsica
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Featured Holiday Rentals in Corsica
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Holiday Rentals in Corsica - A Guide to Corsica
Holiday rentals in Corsica are plentiful on this historical island, situated off the south east coast of France. It is separated from mainland France by the Ligurian Sea but is very easy to access as a tourist. There are car ferries departing from Marseilles, Nice and Toulon plus ferries from the nearby island of Sardinia.
You could also fly direct to your Corsica holiday rentals as there are several small airports on the island which have daily flights from London and Manchester in the UK. Once on the island a car is a must for exploring the sights as public transport is limited. The capital Ajaccio is situated on the west coast of this island, which is the fourth largest in the Mediterranean Sea. It is only 56 miles west of Italy which explains the heavy Italian influence.
Types of Holiday Rentals in Corsica
The most popular Holiday rentals in Corsica are mainly apartments usually situated in the main towns on the coast which means a fantastic sea view! Many holiday apartments to rent in Corsica have direct access to the beach and are all within walking distance of shops, bars and restaurants.
Holiday villas to rent in Corsica, usually sleep 6-12 people and nearly always have a pool with a stunning view of the landscape. If lounging by the pool is not for you then why not stay in one of the several villas to rent in Corsica near a golf course or maybe near a skiing trail – usually possible in February or March.
Corsica Useful Information
Corsica is technically one of France’s 26 regions however due to its complex history it is designated as a ‘territorial collectivity’ meaning that it enjoys greater powers to govern than other regions on the mainland. Although French is the first language, almost three quarters of the population speak Corsu – an Italian dialect. Corsica was briefly independent before it was sold to King Louis XV of France by the Genoese for 40 million francs, leaving the Corsican people feeling a bit cheated even to this day.
Corsica is broken into two ‘departements’ – Course-du-Sud and Haute-Corse. It is then split into 5 Arrondissements, 52 Cantons and 360 Communes. It has a land area of over 8,000 kilometres and is the least populated of all the French regions with just over 300,000 inhabitants.
Corsica is like a mini continent – palm trees, vineyards, olive groves and alpine lakes and mountains all on one island. Its most dominant industry is tourism with its pleasant climate and beautiful landscapes. Other exports include granite, marble, wine, cheese and olive oil.
When thinking about Corsica holiday rentals, bear in mind the rich history and sights to be seen. The island is renowned for its hiking trails with stunning views of the mountains and seas, plus the beautiful old towns such as Corte perched high on rocky outcrops. Corsica is also the birth place of Napoleon Bonaparte – Maison Bonaparte in Ajaccio contains family portraits and other memorabilia. A truly beautiful island on which to stay in your holiday rentals in Corsica.