17th Century Town House
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£500–£650 / week
About the home
The property is situated in a quaint staircase alley and is four storeys high - each floor with its own terraces - and each bedroom is with an en suite bathroom. The top terraces are overlooking amazing views of the Grand Harbour Marina, the Old Vaults of the Docks, which are now converted into a tourist area, and the newly finished, restaurant and Casino area of Vittoriosa.
Each floor is serviced by an elevator and guests can enjoy maximum privacy individually as each bedroom is opposing sides of the house or on another floor.
Top floor and terraces have a separate kitchenette and bbq area as well as Jacuzzi
| Size: | Sleeps up to 6, 3 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Kalkara, 1km |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car not necessary Nearest amenities: 100m |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for over 5s only Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Jacuzzi / Hot tub, Log fire, Internet access, DVD player, Sea view |
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| General: | Air conditioning, TV, Video player, CD player, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron |
| Utilities: | Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 3 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms of which 3 en suites |
| Furniture: | Sofabeds (1), Double beds (3), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8 |
| Other: | Please check with the advertiser regarding linen and towels |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, BBQ |
Further details indoors:
The house has been finished in mid 2010 and has original features whch date back to the 17th century including an authentic and operational cistern which is partially covered in glass over the living room. A surround system provides fantastic sound quality and the tv is HD and picture quality excellent.
Although the property is antique, all the modern facilities has been included to make it functional and with today's standards. The property is situated within walking distance to a main shopping area and within a few metres of the more famous Fort St Angelo and the Grand Harbour Marina which offers a high road full of various restaurants as well as Casino Di Venezia.
A 10 minute walk will lead guests to Kalkara Creek - a picturesque village with a sandy beach - appropriate for swimming and diving.
Further details outdoors:
The exterior is an imposing 4 storey facade with a restored antique traditional Balcony and two terraces overlooking the marina
Further details
Smoking is only allowed in the terraces
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The Island of Malta region
Malta's friendly personality is not a myth or a hard sell slogan - but a way of life. Ebulient and typically Mediterranean, Maltese are always ready to give a helping hand - to become friends and open up their homes to whoever befriends them.
Malta's mild winters are renowned with a no frost or snow and no endless rainy days. Summer climate is very sunny and there is more than 12 hour light day in summer which extends well into October.
Swimming is safe and highly enjoyable as are boat rides and any type of water sports. Walking holidays are ideal in winter since it rarely rains and the terrain is far greener then.
Malta enjoys a rich cultural and social life and there is no place better to enjoy it than the Three Cities. Summer is great to enjoy outdoor life - al fresco dining - either in restaurants or bbq's on roof terraces or near beaches. Promenades along the beach front are a great meeting place, and ideal to have a stroll or a drink of the local Cisk Beer. It is also not unusual for families to congregate in front of their doorsteps and to chat away especially in side streets and villages.
Valletta, the Capital is busy with retail outlets and hectic during the day, but quiet at night - however it is still full of restaurants open evenings both in summer and winter.
The clubbing area is Paceville and St Julians - and pubs, clubs and many restaurants are all concentrated around these areas - however larger clubs like Gian Pula and Numero Uno are both in the central part of the Island - close to Zebbug Area.
If interested in history, Malta is definitely the place for you. Mnajdra Temples at Hagar Qim and Ggantija Gozo (oldest free standing structures in the world) are about 3500BC and older than the Pyramids and Stonehenge but a few thousand years.
Mdina - the silent City is a definite Must See as is Vittoriosa and Valletta - all Cities being World Heritage Cities.
A trip to the Island of Gozo can be done by ferry crossing from Circkewwa at the North of the Island.
The Cospicua area
Cospicua is also known as Bormal by the locals (Lord's Meadow) and is the largest of the 3 cities.
Cospicua, is a city perfectly set to take you back in time. Set aginst the inland sea, previously used as Docks, it is the hub of continuous activity in the morning but slumbers tranquilly in the afternoon and evening.
When the Knights arrived in Malta in 1530 they made Vittoriosa their home and started building auberges and defences. The protected natural harbour made it a perfect haven for their ships and galleons. By 1550 Senglea had been fortified and Cospicua which is within walking distance was a booming market town.
It was from this maritime towns that the Knights defended Malta from the maraundry Turks during the Great Siege of 1565. Had the outcome of this Siege - which had lasted for months and saw the loss of many lives - been different - then possibly Malta and other neighbouring countries would have had a different culture today.
Guests interested in this part of history are recommended to read the book called the Sword and the Scimitar.
In the area, it is a must visit, to go to Fort St Angelo - the only Fort which the Turkish Battalion in 1565 managed to occupy for a few days, The Palace of The Spanish Inquistor, A super yatch Marina, Casino, and many restaurants. A visit to Del Borgo Restaurant promises traditional local dishes in Mediterranean fusion.
On the other side of the creek is Basilica dedicated to Christ the Redeemer where many miracles are said to have happened. Other notable churches in the area, are the Immaculate Conception Church in Cospicua, and Kalkara Church.
The property is situated close to the innovative Development of SMART CITY and there are two leading colleges for anyone looking for long term leases and education for children.
Finally Fort Rinella and the Mediterranean Film Facility where famed films like Troy have been filmed is again within walking distance
How to get there
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| Airport: | Malta International airport: 7 km |
| Ferry: | Grand Harbour Marina: 0.1 km |
To Malta - By plane from anywhere in the world or ship or ferry from Sicily.
To Cospicua - by bus, taxi or ferry from Sliema
Activities near Cospicua
Watersports
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Beach or lakeside relaxation
A winter sun break
Good nightlife
City breaks
Reviews
 05 Apr 2012 |
We enjoyed our week's stay in the house. It was lovely weather and we used the roof terrace for breakfast every day. Restaurants on the waterside are about 15-20 minutes walk and we had some... more |
17 Jan 2012 |
thank you for a great stay in your house. We loved it!!! The bedrooms are large all with en-suites and air. The living areas were also large with every thing we needed. We did not... more |
12 Dec 2011 |
There is no doubt that this is a beautiful house but I'm sorry to say that some details where a little on the shabby side. There is a lot of construction going on outside and I'm sure that... more |
Guestbook for 17th Century Town House
We have visited Malta from the 5th of August till the 16th of August.
We had a wonderful holiday. Not only because of the terrific weather in Malta but also because of the great accommodation which we rented from Mariella Scerri.
This 400 years old townhouse was just perfect! Mariella did a great job renewing the whole house! The styling is wonderful, all the paintings, the stone, I don’t have enough words to describe how much we enjoyed the house. Mariella thought of everything that will give you peace and satisfaction on your holiday. The house also gives you a lot of privacy, which you can not get in a hotel. The sleeping rooms are just beautiful; the beds sleep very very well. We slept in the romantic room, which I call so because of the canopy bed! Oh it was so nice.
All rooms have air-conditioning which is a must if you visit Malta in August, the hottest month of the year and their own bathroom. So much luxury!
We prepared our own meals a few times in the very modern kitchen. The house has a lot of stairs, which we didn’t find a problem, as Mariella also thought of an elevator in the house. We used both the stairs and the elevator.
The house is also provided with WiFi Internet!! Just great really great!
The location of the townhouse is perfect; you have restaurants on a 5 minute walk, a truck selling fruit and veggies every day and a truck selling bread every morning! The view from the terraces is so nice! You can see the harbour and all the houses, gives you peace!
We were very blessed with this house, whiHch gave us such a good vacation. Not to forget the owner Mariella. Her kindness and hospitality gives you an impression of how the people in Malta are! She is a very very special person. Need I say more? Even our daughter of 14 years old enjoyed every minute of her holiday, mostly the Jacuzzi on the top floor and the terrace on the top. We had a terrific vacation on Malta thanks to Mariella and her beautiful townhouse in Cospicua. We will be back soon definitely!.
Ann Elmzoon - Holland
Dear Mariella
The townhouse is just amazing Louis said I feel like a king staying in this house. It’s so charming we are in heaven we love everything about it.
It’s so spacious and beautifully decorated with everything you need. It’s so modern inside an exquisite setting and the views are breath-taking.
The guns and fireworks have been going off this morning and Louis is certain we are in the part of a castle. Quiet Magical.
I have spoken to Pat who sounds lovely and has been very helpful and hope to speak to her later today.
Will keep in contact with where we end up and thanks again for the lovely stay we adore it here. Somehow thought we would.
Shena and Louis x 28th August 2011
Dear Mariella
Just to thank you for a wonderful time at the Palazzino. We absolutely loved it and are very grateful to Pat for her patience in sorting out our credit cards which we managed to leave behind on our way to Gozo!
We managed well with the buses and really enjoyed using them to get about – not having had experience of the old system I can’t compare, but we found them very easy to use with a bus stop virtually outside the front door and appreciated the excellent air conditioning on board.
Many thanks for all your help
Best wishes
Sandy posted 30.aug 2011
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 6 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| High Season | 1 Apr 11 | 1 Jun 11 | £ 500 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Peak Season | 1 Jun 11 | 1 Oct 11 | £ 600 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Low Season | 1 Oct 11 | 15 Dec 11 | £ 500 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Christmas season | 15 Dec 11 | 9 Jan 12 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Low Season | 9 Jan 12 | 1 Apr 12 | £ 500 | - | - | 1 Week |
| High Season | 1 Apr 12 | 1 Jun 12 | £ 550 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Peak Season | 1 Jun 12 | 1 Oct 12 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Low Season | 1 Oct 12 | 15 Dec 12 | £ 500 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Peak Season | 15 Dec 12 | 9 Jan 13 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Although rates are quoted on a weekly basis - less than a weekly rental is also considered and changeover dates are flexible.
A complimentary pick up and drop off to airport is also incorporated in the rental rate for 4 persons - with luggage.
a 25% deposit is required to secure a booking by paypal payment
balance can be paid on arrival by cash.
Availability
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 2 years listed You are contacting Mariella Scerri
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Languages spoken    The owner is based in Malta and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2010. This townhouse has received 6 reviews from previous guests.  |
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