Getting to Casitas Arcenoyu
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Your Complete Travel Guide to Spain's Green Paradise
Address: Casitas Arcenoyu 3, Celada/Porenu, Villaviciosa, Asturias 33318
Asturias Airport (OVD) - CLOSEST OPTION
Distance: 57 minutes by car
Why Choose This: Most convenient for exploring Asturias
Airlines & Routes:
Year-round: Madrid, Barcelona, Sevilla, Mallorca, Málaga, Alicante, Valencia, Seville, Gran Canaria, Menorca, Lanzarote, Tenerife Norte/Sud, Ibiza, Murcia, Granada, Lisbon,
Seasonal (Summer): Paris, Amsterdam, Milan, Düsseldorf, London, Brussels, Prague, Rome,
Budget Options: Vueling, Iberia Express, Voltea, Smart Wings
From Asturias Airport to Arcenoyu:
Exit airport and follow signs to A-8 Autopista
Take A-8 East toward Santander
Exit at Junction 346 toward Villaviciosa/VV-11
Follow VV-11 for 12km through beautiful countryside
Look for Arcenoyu signs on your right
Our property is just off the VV-11 - you've arrived!
Santander Airport (SDR) - ALTERNATIVE OPTION
Distance: 1 hour 45 minutes by car
Why Choose This: Often better international flight connections
Airlines & Routes:
Year-round: Madrid, Barcelona, Rome, London
Seasonal: Multiple European cities
Budget Options: Ryanair, easyJet
From Santander Airport to Arcenoyu:
Exit airport and join A-8 Autopista West
Continue on A-8 for approximately 120km (scenic coastal route!)
Exit at Junction 346 toward Villaviciosa/VV-11
Follow VV-11 for 12km to Arcenoyu sign
From Other Spanish Cities
León: 2.5 hours to Oviedo
Santiago de Compostela: 3 hours to Oviedo
Bilbao: 4 hours to Oviedo
Barcelona: 8 hours to Oviedo (overnight option available)
Luxury Option: Transcantábrico Gran Lujo
The Experience: Multi-day luxury train journey along Spain's Green Coast
Duration: 8 days from Santiago or Bilbao
Why Choose This: Ultimate indulgent arrival - palace on wheels!
From Oviedo Station to Arcenoyu:
You must rent a car at Oviedo station (Avis, Hertz, Europcar available)
Take A-64 toward Villaviciosa (20 minutes)
Join VV-11 and follow for 12km to Arcenoyu
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🚗 BY CAR
The Scenic Coastal Route (A-8 Autopista)
From the East (Santander/Bilbao):
Follow A-8 Autopista West along stunning coastline
Exit Junction 346 to Villaviciosa/VV-11
12km on VV-11 to Arcenoyu
From the West (Santiago/A Coruña):
Take A-8 Autopista East toward Oviedo
Exit Junction 346 to Villaviciosa/VV-11
12km on VV-11 to Arcenoyu
From Madrid (Interior Route)
Distance: 450km (4.5-5 hours)
Route: A-6 → A-66 → A-64 → VV-11
Highlights: Drive through Spain's spectacular mountain interior
🚐 CAR RENTAL (ESSENTIAL)
Why You Need A Car
Essential for your stay: Arcenoyu is in beautiful rural countryside with no public transport connections. A car is not optional - it's necessary for:
Accessing the property (no bus service to the property)
Getting groceries and essentials (nearest supermarket 15 minutes away)
Exploring Asturias (beaches, mountains, authentic villages)
Important: If you cannot drive or rent a car, Arcenoyu may not be suitable for your travel needs. The rural location requires independent transportation.
🛣️ FINAL APPROACH TO ARCENOYU
The Last 12km on VV-11
Once you turn onto VV-11 from the A-8, you'll drive through some of Asturias' most beautiful countryside:
Rolling green hills dotted with traditional stone farmhouses
Ancient oak and chestnut forests
Grazing meadows with the occasional cow, donkey, or goat
Important Driving Notes:
⚠️ Drive slowly on narrow rural roads - you may encounter:
Cows crossing leisurely (they have right of way!)
Friendly donkeys who aren't in a hurry
The occasional goat with strong opinions about road sharing
Narrow sections where patience with oncoming traffic is appreciated
🐄 Local Etiquette: The cows walk themselves between the paddocks usually later in the afternoons. A gentle toot of the horn usually encourages livestock to move, but never rush them - this is their home too!
Finding Casitas Arcenoyu
Look for Arcenoyu sign on your left side of VV-11
Our property is just off the main road
GPS Coordinates: 43.4175887, -5.4460142
If GPS fails: Look for the yellow building and Arcenoyu sign - you found us!
🗺️ BACKUP NAVIGATION
If GPS Fails (Rural Areas Sometimes Have Weak Signal):
From VV-11: Look for Porenu village signs
Landmark: Go through Porenu and keep going up the hill
Our sign: Look for "Arcenoyu”
Emergency: Call/WhatsApp us at +34 684 295056
Upon Arrival:
Parking: Designated areas only (see our parking guide)
Check-in: We'll meet you or provide detailed entry instructions
First priority: Unpack and relax
Then: Explore your beautiful rural surroundings!
Asturias Vacations Insider Tip: The journey to Arcenoyu is part of the experience. Once you leave the main highway, you're entering Spain's hidden green paradise. Drive slowly, breathe deeply, and start relaxing - you've arrived in authentic Asturias where life moves at nature's pace.
Questions about your journey? Contact us anytime:
📱 WhatsApp: +34 684 295056 (English)
📱 WhatsApp: +34 684 284937 (Spanish)
📧 Email: hola@asturiasvacations.com
Safe travels, and welcome to your Asturian adventure!
🌿 This guide is part of the Arcenoyu guest experience. This practical information is provided exclusively for guests staying at our Arcenoyu apartments in Asturias, Spain.
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