A picturesque VIEW is a scenic VIEW that is particularly beautiful and captivating. The term 'picturesque VIEW' can be broken down into two words, 'PICTURE' and 'esque, ' which means 'in the manner of a PICTURE.' The crossword solution for this term is VISTA, which is a Spanish word meaning 'VIEW.' A VISTA is a VIEW from a high point, such as a hill or mountain, that allows for a wide-ranging VIEW of the landscape. Therefore, a picturesque VIEW is a VIEW from a high point that is particularly beautiful and captivating.