El Hierro is the smallest island of the Canary archipelago. Its area is about 280 square kilometers and a population is about 11 thousand people. In contrast to the other islands of the archipelago, El Hierro has no sandy beaches, and therefore is not so much populated, representing the blessed agricultural area with a fairly well-developed infrastructure, so the apartments for sale and rent on El Hierro are in demand and popular.

Villas for sale and rent on El Hierro are more affordable pleasure than on the other islands of the Canary archipelago. Because of a lack of sandy beaches the area is less attractive to tourists. However, for those who want to become the owner of an island home by the ocean, it is only a benefit.
 

It is relatively easy and affordable to buy a piece land on El Hierro for the construction - the price for them starts from 30 000 euros. And for 3 times higher price it is possible to become the owner of a small house with a backyard.
 

Houses for sale and rent in El Hierro
 

A popular service among those who do not have large financial resources to purchase the villa, for example, in Tenerife, but also want to enjoy a wonderful tropical climate and nature. Very often, property owners here are foreigners or citizens of Spain who do not live on the island permanently.
 

For many people, apartments for sale and rent in El Hierro are both a business and a great investment. Becoming the owner of a property in Spain, you will automatically receive the benefits prescribed in the local law: the possibility to dispose of them, including selling, lease, and bequeath, the basis for the annual Schengen visa not only for yourself but also for relatives, as well as the opportunity to take mortgage loans in the bank of Spain.
 

Despite the lack of sandy beaches and a slightly smaller influx of tourists compared to the other islands, it is really profitable to own real estate on the island. Therefore, the houses for sale and rent in El Hierro remain a popular and demanded service for many years. And perhaps we should expect that the situation would change radically. This contributes to the excellent transport infrastructure throughout the archipelago. All the islands are connected by sea and air connections and therefore to visit Tenerife or to go for a holiday in Minorca – is a matter of a few tens of minutes.

Railway connection on the island is available. However, there is no need of it- the territory of El Hierro is small and all its towns, and attractions are connects with the chain of roads. On the island there is public transportation:
 

• Bus. By bus you can easily reach almost any spot of the island. The fee may vary depending on the season and the influx of tourists. If you plan to travel a lot around the island, it is better to buy a longterm ticket;
 

• Taxis. Pretty expensive transport, but it is available around the clock. Price for travel between the settlements of El Hierro, depending on the distance can vary from 28 to 52 euros, in the city – a lot cheaper - usually 10-12 euros;
 

• Car rent. When renting a car, you will be able to move around the island by yourself, totally independently. On El Hierro operate two companies offering car rent. The cost varies widely depending on the season and the cars themselves.
 

To get to the other Canary Islands of El Hierro is possible only through Tenerife. Daily (only in the daytime) a flight lasts 40 minutes. The ticket price is 36 euros. You can also take the ferry, which runs every day except Saturday. The ticket price is 50 euros.

El Hierro offers a wide range of pastimes - from the noisy discos and clubs to hiking. Here, in spite of the small area of ​​the island, are located five protected areas, where you can fully enjoy the exotic nature of the tropics. The island is of volcanic origin and here are located a few dormant and extinct volcanoes. There are also several ecomuseums, different viewing platforms, overlooking the whole island. It is interesting to visit and Velverde mountain, the highest point of El Hierro.
 

Local tourism companies and hotels offer a wide range of thematic tours to satisfy all tastes from sightseeing tours to hiking. Price starts from 30 euros, but if you bring the locals with you, and you can still save money.
 

In addition, on the island you can fish and dive. For fans of deep-sea diving can be recommended to admire the sunken during World War II German submarine, located not far from the southern tip of the island - a place Naos.
 

You can have lunch and dinner at local restaurants can with excellent dishes seafood for only 10-15 euros.