Property Description

Iconic 4-bedroom villa on the edge of the sea of Valletta shore. Few minutes off restaurants and Sliema ferry. Also, it is at the foot of our capital city Valletta ideal for a relaxing holiday and for all those who are after our great history. 

This enchanting villa oozes character from every stone. Surprisingly, it dates back to the Knights of St John where it formed part of the bastions; later on, it served as a laboratory barrack during World War 2 for the English Navy. Although large, it stands inconspicuously tucked away on the foreshore of Valletta Bastions. 

Over the past months, it underwent a transformation into a comfortable, stylish and yet modern, holiday home without compromising its authenticity. Indeed, it is a house full of interesting features that whisper of the past wherever you look. One can only wonder at the many lives and events that must have unfolded here over the centuries, however, attention was kept in preserving the historical aspect. 

The marbled front doorway enters into an open sky-lit hall with arched openings leading to 3 entrances on each side and the front. The stairs make the house so dramatic being partially preserved to its original state since most of it had to be replaced due to sea deterioration. Moreover, most of the walls have been left in their original form and texture, the typical Maltese limestone. 

Immediately to the right, the arched doorway opens onto the kitchen/dining room. This lovely room is traversed by the typical wooden beams. The large bay windows open and light up the room. They offer a unique view of the stunning harbour and Sliema shore. The kitchen is fully equipped for easy cooking and for any kind of meal. 

The dining area leads to the living area where the neutral coloured sofas and armchairs complement the honey-coloured stone as does the modern parquet flooring which is a recent addition. Furthermore, the entertainment area leads to 3 bedrooms, two on the same level and the 3rd one on the 1st floor accessible by a wooden staircase. On the ground floor, there are 2-bedrooms one with a double bed with en-suite with a bathtub and the other with 2 single beds. Also on the same floor, there is another bathroom with shower closure as well. 

On the 1st floor then there is another double bed with another single bed so it can sleep 3 people comfortably in beds. Also, this bedroom comes with another en-suite with a shower cubicle. The low stone arches are visible in this bedroom and once again indicate its great age. Moreover, on the other side of the main entrance, there is another bedroom with a double bed and even more another en-suite with a shower cubicle. 

On the other side of the entrance, there is the iconic part of this one of a kind villa...the outdoor area. The area consists of a stunning pool measuring 6m by 4m surrounded by decking also on its side there is a Jacuzzi measuring of 2mt by 2mt. Moreover, there is an outdoor table with chairs for 8 people and a gas BBQ for fresco nights to enjoy and relax the great views and sea breeze.

About Valletta

Valletta has many titles, all recalling its rich historical past. It is the "modern" city built by the Knights of St John; a masterpiece of the Baroque; a European Art City and a World Heritage City. Today, it is one of the most concentrated historic areas in the world. The city is busy by day, yet retains a timeless atmosphere by night, that gives the feeling that you are walking back in time. The grid of narrow streets boasts some of Europe's finest art works, churches, and palaces. 

Valletta is abundantly rich in sites to see and explore, intriguing historical buildings around every corner: votive statues, niches, fountains and coats of arms high up on parapets. Narrow side streets are full of tiny quaint shops and cafés, while Valletta's main streets are lined with larger international branded shops for fashion, music, jewellery and much more. 

The best way to get around and see the most, from your visit to Valletta, is on foot and although the things to do & see are many, a good start and definitely not to be missed are Valletta's beautiful gardens. The Upper Barrakka Gardens, Hastings Gardens & the Lower Barrakka Gardens are just three of the most popular ones. Apart from beautiful Baroque churches, other places of interest include the various grandmaster auberges, piazzas & museums. 

As in the rest of the country, the restaurant scene in Valletta is an eclectic mix offering a variety of cuisines to satisfy all tastes and budgets. A growing number of eateries around the city are now offering local fare, serving their own versions of traditional specialities. 

Maltese cuisine is the result of a long relationship between the Islanders and the many conquerors who occupied the Maltese Islands over the centuries. This marriage of tastes has given local gastronomy a Mediterranean character all its own. 

And nowhere is this mixture of culture and cuisine more strongly felt than in Malta's cosmopolitan capital.