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Penthouse |3 bedrooms |Sleeps 6

Xemxija in Saint Paul's Bay

From £440 per week

1 night minimum stay

Changeover flexible

4 out of 5

7 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Swimming pool, beach or lakeside relaxation, air conditioning, balcony/terrace, car advised, pets welcome

About the home

Apartment is located just 10 mins walk from public transport, mini markets open 7/7, pubs, restaurants, wine bar.

Quiet and peaceful, yet only 5 minutes drive from one of Malta's largest tourist resorts - St Pauls Bay, Qawra and Bugibba. Malta's nicest sandy beaches are also found within 10 to 15 minutes drive - Golden Bay, Riviera,
Ghadira and Armier Bay, Paradise Bay. Also very close to the Gozo and Comino Ferry.

Leading from all rooms one find two spacious terraces with stunning country and sea views, both furnished with outdoor furniture to enable you dine al fresco.

A heated spa that can be used all year round is found on the front terrace overlooking Mistra Valley and one can enjoy the spectecular panorama while sipping a glass of wine, ideal for a romantic getaway..! On the other hand it can also be used as a Heated Splash Pool for children.

This place will envelop you in a world of total privacy enjoying fantastic views, fresh air, modern conveniences and amenities.

Experience the peacefulness and pleasure this unique and luxury place offers at a reasonable and affordable price!

Apartment is licensed by the Malta Tourism Authority.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Fully equipped kitchen.
Cot and highchair available.
Cable TV offering over 50 channels for all the family.
Wireless (WiFi) Broadband Internet.
Twin beds can be converted to double beds.
Double Sofa Bed.

Further details outdoors:
Two generous terraces one overlooking Mistra Bay and the other overlooking Mistra Valley enjoying outreaching panaromic views.

Both terraces have dining spaces. The front terrace overlooking the valley enjoys an outdoor heated spa that can also be used as a splash pool for children all year round, bbq and sunbathing area and two canopes for welcome shade.

Further details

Welcome food pack upon arrival.

Linen and towels both for indoor and outdoor provided.

Conditions

A 25% deposit will secure your booking. Balance payable 6 weeks prior of arrival or
A 50% deposit and remaining balance to be paid upon arrival.

PAYMENTS ACCEPTED BOTH IN EURO AND GBP.

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Front Terrace Overlooking Mistra Valley

 

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Relaxation Area

 

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Dining Alfrosco

 

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front terrace

The Island of Malta region

The Maltese archipelago lies virtually at the centre of the Mediterranean, with Malta 93km south of Sicily and 288km north of Africa. It consists of three islands: Malta, Gozo and Comino with a total population of 400,000 inhabitants over an area of 316sq km and a coastline of 196.8km.

Malta is the largest island and the cultural, commercial and administrative centre. Gozo is the second largest island and is more rural, characterised by fishing, tourism, crafts and agriculture while Comino is largely uninhabited.

With superbly sunny weather, expansive beaches, a thriving nightlife and 7,000 years of intriguing history, there is a great deal to see and do. With a little help from any guidebook, captivating places of interest are immediately identified – the world famous Hypogeum selected as a place of World Heritage by UNESCO, prehistoric temples and grand palaces are but a few - www.visitmalta.com

The rural side of the Islands is fascinating, with charming villages & captivating folklore. With 365 spectacular churches, there are more than a few highlights - the Mosta church famous for its large dome (third largest dome in Europe).

The Islands must be visited at festa time for an insight into local life with all its colour and passions. Feast at St Paul's Bay is celebrated on the last Sunday of July.

St Paul's Bay and its neighbours Bugibba and Qawra are Malta's largest, seaside resorts. They offer a variety of nightlife and leisure options. The coastline here has some wonderful open sea views and a vista across to St Paul's Island, where, according to legend, the ship carrying the Apostle is said to have been wrecked. The coastline promenade provides a long, though mostly level and easy walk from St Paul's Bay all the way to Qawra or Xemxija Bay. St Paul's Bay started life as a small fishing village. The parish church, built in 1617, was carefully restored after suffering heavy damage in World War II.

The Saint Paul's Bay / Xemxija area

Xemxija is a town on the west side of St. Paul's Bay, Malta. Xemxija (meaning sunny) is the gateway to the sandy beaches of Golden Bay to the west, and to Mellieha Bay to the north. Xemxija is a quiet resort, surrounded by Maltese countryside and some of the most fertile valleys in Malta.

By walk one can find a picturesque small fishing harbour, Hotels, Restaurants, wine bar, Pubs and Mini-Market opened 7 days a week. Nightlife, shops, cinema, casino and bars can be found in the villages of St Paul's Bay, Buġibba and Qawra, all within 5 minutes drive or by bus.

This resort is surrounded by nature, picturesque countrysides, history and traditions.

Located just a few meters from the apartment is the Xemxija Heritage Trail. A walk along this trail whilst enjoying the magnificent country side, one can see the remains of thousands of years of history that the Islands of Malta have.

A Bird Sanctuary can also be found in Xemxija.

How to get there

Spring Valley What's nearby: Attractions Restaurants Click map icons for more information

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One will be provided via email with a detailed map with all the directions to get to the apartment.

Air Malta is the national carrier and flies from most major European cities - www.airmalta.com
British Airways flies to Malta from London (Gatwick) and Manchester airports - www.britishairways.com
Ryanair flies to Malta from London (Luton) - www.ryanair.com

The Maltese Islands are not very large, and getting around is relatively easy - www.malteseislands.com www.visitmalta.com

The public bus service is a good and cheap way of getting around. Bus fares range from €0.35 to €0.58. The longest bus journey takes about fifty minutes and the average ride is between twenty and thirty minutes - www.atp.com.mt

Renting a car is a good option if one wants to reach the farthest parts of the island. Daily rates of €16 - €28. International and national driving licenses are acceptable. Driving is on the left and all road signs are in English.

The white taxi service can pick up passengers from anywhere, except bus-stops. Taxi services from the Malta International Airport and the Seaport Terminal to all localities in Malta are based on a fixed tariff. For more information on taxi rates - www.maltatransport.com

A regular ferry service links Malta to Gozo, taking about 20 minutes each way - www.gozochannel.com

Activities near Saint Paul's Bay

Reviews

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10 Jan 2012

“Not suitable for winter letting” The apartment only had heating by air conditioners with did not work and a gas heater which was pretty in-effective and left the property very damp and cold. The Jacuzzi was an inflatable model, which was not fully inflated, and the covers were full of water so it had not been prepared for the rental. We paid the full week price despite only booking for 3 nights, and in the end we left after 2 nights due to the cold and damp. The indoor seating arrangement is not really suitable for a group of 4, not to mention the 6 that the apartment claims to be able to cater for. Response: Your feedback is surprising and it is appropriate that we respond accordingly. The apartment has double glazed doors and is equipped with 3 fully functional (cooling and heating) air-conditioners, more than enough to provide heating requirement for the apartment. We also provide a portable gas heater for additional comfort. We regularly rent this penthouse apartment during the winter months and never had any complaints. Unfortunately it rained just before your arrival, and it is quite natural that some water traps on the spa lid. The spa is regularly maintained and spa water is very well treated all year round. The kitchen is equipped for more than 6 persons and both dining tables, inside and outside in the terrace, take 6 chairs comfortably. We would have preferred to have been approached with any problems encountered during the stay and given the opportunity to help.

21 Nov 2011

“Really nice apartment with everything you need for a great holiday” From the moment we booked, Andy and Claire were really helpful, friendly and relaxed. The apartment was well furnished, clean and the welcome food pack was very welcome! (I'd say a bottle of wine would have been a nice addition because we got there quite late, but I feel a bit mean saying it because everything else had been thought of.) We didn't need to contact the owners at all during our stay, but I would have felt very comfortable if we'd had to. We found the immediate area a bit soulless, but it was peaceful and once in the apartment, it didn't matter anyway. The front balcony was great and we sat and watched a spectacular sunset with a glass of wine - perfect! I would certainly recommend this apartment; we were happy to spend a couple of evenings not going out and the apartment was welcoming and comfortable enough to make that a pleasure - that can't be said of all holiday lets.

21 Sep 2011

“Wonderful!!!” Booking of the apartment was very easy and straight forward and the owners Andy & Claire were very helpful from the start til the end! The apartment was very spacious, with one small balcony on one side of the property and a massive terrace on the other side where we spent most of our time sunbathing and relaxing in the jacuzzi spa. It is located in a nice quiet area, very peaceful overlooking Mistra Valley. The interior of the apartment was immaculate, very clean and tidy, kitchen offering the basic amenities that you would need for basic cooking. It was a very nice touch of the owners to provide you with some food essentials on arrival like bread, milk, butter, tea, coffee and some cooking condiments. There was even a small collection of DVDs available and also plenty of tourist information leaflets to help you plan your stay in Malta. The only negative we found was the exterior of the apartment, the walls were a bit run down and chipped, they could do with a new BBQ as the one there was a bit rusty and the canopes/ awnings that were supposed to be there were broken and not usable so there was no way of getting some shade on the terrace as the sun was shining all day long on that side. This didn't really bother us because we wanted to sunbathe and the rest of the apartment was good and the owners were very helpful throughout our stay we cant really fault anything else!

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05 Sep 2011

“Great apartment worry free arrangements” I travelled with my partner and daughter to stay in the apartment in August, and we were pleasantly surprised by the standard of accommodation, the lovely views over the valley and the helpfulness of Andy and Claire. The apartment is a light and airy well equipped base for a great holiday. It is on the top of a fairly steep hill (hence the great views), and we used local transport and taxis to get about - but if you don't like a steep climb, Andy had a lot of advice about good car hire places. We spend many a happy morning lounging around the apartment and having breakfast and early morning sunshine on the terraces. XemXija is a nice little town with some nice restaurants (Porto del Sol was good, and the people at the Munchy Moose were really friendly and helpful with more local tips!). I'd really recommend this apartment.

26 Aug 2011

“Lovely apartment with great balcony” We stayed in this apartment for 6 nights in July 2011. It was a lovely place with a large balcony and a smaller balcony to the back. There was even a splash pool on the large balcony. The hosts lifted us at the airport and contacted us during our stay to ensure that everything was alright. I would definatly return if I came back to Malta. The only reason why the apartment didnt get 5 stars is due to the steep hill to get up to the apartment however Andy gave us numbers for the local taxi men and they took us where we needed to go for a very cheap price.

16 Aug 2011

“Luxury family apartment with lovely owners in a perfect peaceful location.” From start to finish Andy and Claire were most helpful and friendly. Andy assisted in good value car hire recommendations and spent a lot of time with us when we arrived explaining how everything worked and suggesting ideas for our itinery. The apartment is very well equipped and with it being the penthouse has amazing views over the Mistra valley where one could sit and relax watching the sun set over the distant hills. There are numerous restaurants nearby including an excellent Indian Ganesha (great deserts) and in Xemxjia harbour Il-Veccja serving top quality Maltese dishes. The Beach Haven lido in Xemxjia is a relaxing place to visit on your last day if you don't want to venture too far. The buses although cheap are in transition and will need time to sort the service but still worth it as they serve the main resorts and Valletta can be reached from bus stops down the hill about 5 mins walk away. The apartment is also in an ideal location for visiting Gozo and several lovely beaches are 10mins away by car. All in all we would definitely recommend staying here and would not hesitate to come back again.

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26 Jul 2011

“Perfect penthouse in perfect location” Would highly recommend this penthouse to anyone who is looking for a nice, relaxed holiday with family or friends. Andy and Claire were both really friendly and helpful and made us feel very welcome.... more

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We had a great time at the apartment in Xemxija where everything is laid on for the perfect holiday. Andy and Claire are thoughtful and extremely helpful hosts who have prepared the holiday home to have everything that you may need. The fixtures and fittings are top quality and all parts of the apartment are tastefully decorated. The main deck is a delight, with views over woods and beyond. The other deck has views of the Sulman Palace, St Paul's Bay and beyond. It is perfectly situated to explore Malta and the ferry to Gozo is only a few minutes drive. There a number of beaches within easy reach, we went to Golden Bay and enjoyed it immensely.

There are a number of good restaurants nearby, but the apartment is in a quiet area away from the bustle of St Paul's Bay. We would recommend Porto del Sol, where the food and service were excellent..

All in all we had a great week in Xemxjia and would love to go back at some point. We would recommend the apartment as a great base to explore - or just sit and relax with a book and a bottle of CISK LAGER BEER :))

Roger Adey UK Summer 2010


Everything about this holiday exceeded our expectations especially the apartment. We had a lot of luggage so Andy kindly offered to collect us from the airport and arranged car hire so all we had to do was turn up!

The neighbours downstairs were really friendly and everyone made us feel welcome. The views from the apartment are fantastic and the main terrace is not over looked at all so you have some real seclusion. The beds are comfy the rooms are attractive.

Parking outside the apartment is no problem.

We will defiantly return to this apartment and from us that is a huge compliment as we are not the type of people who go to the same place year after year.

Karen Airlie - UK April -2009


We enjoyed our stay in Malta very much. The spacious apartment is comfortable for two families, pleasant, and with all the necessary equipment. It is located in a nice quiet neighborhood on the edge of Xemxia. Parking the rented cars was never a problem. Xemxia proved to be an excellent starting point for exploring Malta and Gozo and for quick access to the Golden Bay.

The spectacular view of the Malta countryside from the nice and spacious terrace with shading is marvelous. The children were particularly enthusiastic about Jacuzzi on it.

The owners were very helpful, willing to please all our wishes and needs as we had 2 toddlers with us. They also helped us with reasonable priced car rental and with luggage transfer from and to the airport.

The apartment completely fulfilled our expectations and if we come to Malta again we will definitely use the same apartment again.

Zaucer Lidija - Slovenia May 2009


We had a great time thanks, and really enjoyed your apartment. We had a look at most of the island, and really feel that yours is the best location, especially as we like peace and quiet, good restaurants and walking. For future info, Marsovin wines are genuinely good, and the Indian resteraunt, Gnesha, is one of the best we’ve eaten in. All the local ones were good, except the Chinese!!

Hope you have a good summer. Thanks again for the lovely apartment.

Mark and Kate - France May 2009

Rental prices

Prices for group size 2
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
	10 Feb 12	1 Apr 12	440£ 440	0-	0-	Flexible
	1 Apr 12	1 Jun 12	570£ 570	0-	0-	1 Week
	1 Jun 12	1 Jul 12	680£ 680	0-	0-	Flexible
	1 Jul 12	1 Sep 12	980£ 980	0-	0-	Flexible
	1 Sep 12	1 Nov 12	680£ 680	0-	0-	Flexible
	1 Nov 12	19 Dec 12	490£ 490	0-	0-	Flexible
	19 Dec 12	8 Jan 13	760£ 760	0-	0-	Flexible
	8 Jan 13	1 Mar 13	580£ 580	0-	0-	Flexible

Prices for group size 4
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
	10 Feb 12	1 Apr 12	465£ 465	0-	0-	Flexible
	1 Apr 12	1 Jun 12	645£ 645	0-	0-	1 Week
	1 Jun 12	1 Jul 12	780£ 780	0-	0-	Flexible
	1 Jul 12	1 Sep 12	980£ 980	0-	0-	Flexible
	1 Sep 12	1 Nov 12	780£ 780	0-	0-	Flexible
	1 Nov 12	19 Dec 12	560£ 560	0-	0-	Flexible
	19 Dec 12	8 Jan 13	780£ 780	0-	0-	Flexible
	8 Jan 13	1 Mar 13	680£ 680	0-	0-	Flexible

Prices for group size 6
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
	5 Feb 12	1 Mar 12	490£ 490	0-	0-	Flexible
	1 Mar 12	1 Apr 12	510£ 510	0-	0-	Flexible
	1 Apr 12	1 Jun 12	770£ 770	0-	0-	1 Week
	1 Jun 12	1 Jul 12	880£ 880	0-	0-	Flexible
	1 Jul 12	1 Sep 12	980£ 980	0-	0-	Flexible
	1 Sep 12	1 Nov 12	780£ 780	0-	0-	Flexible
	1 Nov 12	19 Dec 12	620£ 620	0-	0-	Flexible
	19 Dec 12	8 Jan 13	880£ 880	0-	0-	Flexible
	8 Jan 13	1 Mar 13	780£ 780	0-	0-	Flexible

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

Above prices are for 6 persons. This included a welcome food pack. Linen and towels both for indoor and outdoor are provided.

We accept payments in EURO and GBP by Bank to Bank Transfers or Cash upon arrival.

Additional Services at a charge: Airport transfers on arrival and departure. Child Care. Maid Service. Car Hire. Excurions. Fishing and Diving. Horse Riding. Private Boat Charter. Beach Lido and Fun Parks reservations/bookings. Comino Trips - pick up from Xemxija Bay. Water Sports.

Availability

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3 years listed You are contacting Claire Bugeja Landline +356 27 570455 Mobile +356 99 456731 Languages spoken The owner is based in Malta and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2008. This penthouse has received 7 reviews from previous guests.