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Delightful 18th Century historic private holiday villa Malta
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- Bedrooms: 3 bedroom in Tower
- Bathrooms: 1
- Lodging/Sleeps: 6 persons
- Nearby Towns & Villages: Mqabba, Zebbug, Siggiewi, Zurrieq, Qrendi,
- Country: Malta
- Geographic Location: Malta South
Description:
The house. Originally a palace of medieval times and more recently a small far. Derelict in 1968 and restored at that time with bathrooms..
Accommodating 6 persons in 3 bedrooms with the maximum possibility of 2 additional children using the extra beds available at the property. Each bedroom sleeps 2 persons - have single beds and one as a double bed. The Tower is part of the same property used only for additional accommodation when required but goes across the garden and has its own entrance with a double bedroom , a kitchenette and bathroom. A large living area a kitchenette accessible across through the external courtyard. There is a feeling of excitement , driven particularly by the historical background of this property which is protected by the local authorities as a historical site, clearly marked on local maps. It is probably one of a very few privately owned historical homes on the Island. For those looking for an overall different place to stay and get away from it all , this villa is an excellent choice. There is a blend of mostly old and some new furnishing throughout that generally have a country style overall look.
The Tower: The Tower from which the house , and indeed the street, takes its name, was built in 1726 by a knght of the Grand Cross , - D. Orpheus di Vincenzo, as " a place of pleasure and entertainment. " For a long time the property was referred to as Torro of England because it was owned by the England family. William England was a midshipman in the Royal navy who settled in Malta during the reign of the Grand Master de Rohan (1775- 1797) It was also used as a watch tower against sea borne and latterly airborne intruders. It was damaged by a Stuka bomber in 1942 and has never been restored to its original height. A detachment of the 74th regiment was billeted in the grounds prior to the invasions of Sicily and Italy. The Tower has another bedroom kitchenette and bathroom that can be used as the 5th bedroom .The "Self Contained accommodation" at the foot of the tower was built and restored circa 1980.
| Kitchen | Living | Dining | Garden | ||
| Separate Kitchen
accessed through the courtyard. Equipped Kitchen for self catering with fridge/freezer, Gas cooker/hob kettle, kitchen utensils, and kitchen table |
Large Room
converted to the living area with old stone features. Furnished with old and
new furnishing , sofas , armchairs. Living area leads directly on to
courtyard and further down to the garden and pool deck straight ahead.
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The dining area in the summer time is really in the courtyard, shaded with a lovely old Palm tree that stands out prominently in the middle of the courtyard and matching a lovely bougainvillea plant that hangs over the living room entrance. | The Garden is large
and mature, with palms, cactus trees and many more. The Swimming pool is at
the far end of the garden slightly adjacent to the Tower. There are many
deck chairs to use for sunbathing and enjoying the pool. The pool has been
designed with a shallow end for the children or infirm and is square in
shape. Pool - 28 Feet X 14 Feet approx
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Parking: Street Parking |
Other Onsite Amenities & Accessories
Bed Linen provided. If you want to bring your own please do so as you prefer.
Beach towels are not provided. Deck chairs available by the pool. Pool
maintenance weekly. Basic cleaning weekly. TV not available.
Telephone is available using the EASYLINE service ( Simply buy an easyline phone card, type in the number on the card , follow instructions and call). There are LM 2, LM5 and LM15 phone cards. Easyline cards can now be used from any telephone line; the call will be debited to the Easyline Card. So keep an Easyline Card handy and make the nearest available telephone line your payphone. More on How to use Easyline phonecards
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Nearby Rentals -Scuba diving equipment is
rented in Zurrieq ..about 10 mins drive.
Getting around nearby
By Public Transport - to Valletta City. A bus stop is about 5
minutes walk in the village centre
Church square regularly every hour ... but
car hire is recommended for proper exploration of the island.
- by Car Hire -Recommended if you want to get around more freely
- All amenities can be reached within 5 mins in village centre
- 15 minutes drive to airport
Activities and attractions
nearby or in the vicinity up to 30 mins drive or less:- Scuba Diving Sunbathing at the
Beaches
Out and about
: Historic sites, Restaurants in other
villages nearby, Casinos , Cofee Shops
Shopping
Recommended by property owner
Shopping
Bread from "Alfred" just around the corner is a must,- usually ready about 11am but he will leave it hanging on his door if you are out for the day. The unleavened bread is wonderful. There are several small grocery shops in the village. There is a fruit and vegetable stand in the village square near the church with variable produce. The best fruit stalls are found on the roadside as you drive around the island. Bottled water is recommended as an alternative to the main supply of water. You can buy them in six packs from any store, mini market or supermarket.
There is a good chemist in the village with most preparations that you can buy in the UK. For a "big shop" it is worth going to nearby towns or the "Price Club Supermarket chain" spread around the island.
There is also a bank in the village.
Getting to the Airport is easy and fast - only 10 mins by car or less.
Shopping for gifts is best in Valletta (15 to 20 mins max by car) In Ta Qali - a craft village ,you can also buy some maltese crafts and watch them as they are done.
Public Transport:
No future in walking very far from the villa. Buses are very cheap and friendly and part of the Maltese culture. Many villagers still cross themselves when they get on which doesn't inspire much confidence. They leave the Church square regularly every hour and go to Valletta. If you want to go anywhere else you have to go to Valletta first and then get on a different bus.
Sunbathing and Swimming.
Besides the swimming pool, adults and swimmers can swim and snorkel off rocks at Ghar Lapsi or Peters Pool ( 10 and 15 minutes by car respectively) for a sandy beach you need to plan an "outing to the North of the Island to Golden bay or Mellieha.
Sightseeing:
Consult the guide books (usually plenty lying around at the villa. The Malta Experience provides an interesting "potted history"
On Gozo visit the Oldest free standing stone temples in the world (Ggantija Temples) and the Stations of the Cross at "Ta Pinu" Church are fascinating
Eating out
Lots of places in Valletta and Sliema catering for tourists.
"The Medina Restaurant" in Mdina-(the Silent City) Dine in a Romantic courtyard. Afterwards take a walk on the ramparts of this city and see Malta at night.
"Bacchus" in Mdina is also recommended
IS -Sajjied in Marsaxlokk (15 mins by car) for good Sea food.
How to get to Malta:
By plane to Malta International Airport