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Id-Dwejra House of Character with Privite Pool, swim Jet and Jaccuzzi

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Zejtun, South Eastern Region
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Malta Experience
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Master bedroom with e- suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Id-Dwejra House of Character with Privite Pool, swim Jet and Jaccuzzi

A house of character located in the south of Malta in the heart of a quiet town Zejtun ensures guests a peaceful and relaxing stay and offers a unique Maltese experience. Sleeps 9 persons . The house compromises of 3 bedrooms with air condition, a private pool with 6 metres long and 4 metres wide which has a Jacuzzi and swim jet, BBQ area, 3 bathrooms, 2 spacious kitchen / living /dining rooms, 2 washing machines, a large roof.A coffee machine and free wifi are also available. The house is close to shops, public transport, open market, chemist, banks and more nearby shops.(Village core -Bakery, Banks, Butcher, Pharmacy and doctor, Newsagent, Post Office, Supermarket, Green Groceries, Café's and bars) all within 3 minute walking distance. Bus terminal 2 minutes by walking.)

The house is located 10 minutes away from the Airports and It's just few minute away from the rocky and sandy beaches as 8 min at 4.5 km to St' Thomas Bay and 7 min at 4.3 km to Pretty Bay. Beaches in the north are never more than 30 minutes drive. Local coastal villages offer a huge variety of restaurants. It's just 4 min at 1.9km to the fishing village of Marsaxlokk well known for its fresh fish restaurants. it just 15 minutes away from Golf Course.

Description about the house:

Ground Floor

As you open the front door you face a long corridor which retracts in a large combine kitchen, dining and living room which has a 55inch Smart TV. The dining area includes a six-seater dining table. The kitchen is comprehensively equipped with fridge-freezer, cooker, oven and hob.

When you enter the combine kitchen/ dinning /living room you notice the spacious external outside pool area with 6 by 4 meter pool with Jacuzzi which is fully decorated with outside dining facilities as 8 seater dining table, BBQ and deck chairs. The pool ranges from 1m to 1.5m.

Other facilities

JET SWIM

Swim Jets are pump driven systems that also create a "swim against current" by pushing water through nozzles (or "jets").

Hot Tub

Outside Jacuzzi

This Jacuzzi can be used to help people with osteoporosis, as the buoyancy obtained in a Jacuzzi, along with light exercise performed underwater, can increase mobility and strength.

Infants Facilities

Cot and highchair will be provided upon request without no additional charges

Wi-Fi Access

Wi-Fi Access is also available without additional charges


The First floor

The property comprises of 3 spacious bedrooms. The first bedroom is the main bedroom (king size bed) which has an en-suite shower room and a 42inch TV, the second one (double bed) accommodate 2 persons and the last one (2 single beds) accommodate 2 persons.

This property comfortably sleeps 6 people, but accommodates 9 persons . The bedrooms are fully air-conditioned .It has also all around Wi-Fi access.

The Second floor

This property consists of another combine kitchen/dining and living room which is expansively equipped with fridge freezer, automatic washing machine, cooker, hob, 37 inch TV and a ten seater dining table. A shower room is also included in this floor. One can also use the comfortable sofa as sofa bed which caters another 2 persons. It has also a large roof.

Additional information
Located in Zejtun, just few minute away from the rocky and sandy beaches. It’s just 4 min at 1.9km to M’xlokk and 8 min at 4.5 km to St’ Thomas Bay and 7 min at 4.3 km to Pretty Bay. It’s just 9 min at 5.8 km to the Malta international Airport. It is just few minutes from Supermarkets, Butcher, Pharmacy, Green grocers and much more.

Easy access to many of the island’s highlights as well as necessary amenities.

About Malta

Megaliths, medieval dungeons and Calypso's Cave – The Maltese Islands are positively mythic. The narrow meandering streets of their towns and villages lead to the main square, which is invariably dominated by the huge baroque church. As the countryside is dotted with medieval towers, wayside chapels and the oldest known human structures in the world, the Islands have rightly been described as an open-air museum.

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

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. Comino, the smallest of the trio, has one hotel and is largely uninhabited.

With superbly sunny weather, attractive beaches, a thriving nightlife and 7,000 years of intriguing history, there is a great deal to see and do.

The Hypogeums

The Hypogeum, or underground cavity, is a unique monument and superb example of architecture in the negative. Excavation has yielded a wealth of archaeological material including pottery, human bones, personal ornaments such as beads and amulets, little carved animals and larger figurines.


The Hypogeum consists of halls, chambers and passages hewn out of the living rock and covering some 500 square metres. The rock-cut chambers are of diverse shapes and sizes, finished to different standards of workmanship. The complex is grouped in three levels – the upper level (3600-3300 BC), the middle level (3300-3000 BC) and the lower level (3150 -2500 BC). The deepest room in the lower level is 10.6 metres under road surface. The upper level consists of a large hollow with a central passage and burial chambers cut on each side. The middle level consists of various chambers very smoothly finished, which give the impression of built masonry.

Comino

Situated between Malta and Gozo, the smaller island of Comino is a paradise for snorkelers, divers, windsurfers and ramblers.

Only 3.5 square kilometers, Comino is car-free and apart from one hotel, is virtually uninhabited.

The island's main attraction is the Blue Lagoon. In summer, this sheltered inlet of shimmering aquamarine water over white sand is very popular with day-trippers. Other beaches on the island include Santa Marija Bay and San Niklaw Bay.

Comino is also worth a visit in winter, and is ideal for walkers and photographers. With no urban areas or cars on the island, one can easily smell the scent of wild thyme and other herbs.


Useful Links
Upcoming Events - http://www.visitmalta.com/
Comino - http://www.visitmalta.com/en/island-of-comino

Property manager

Sandra
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian
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Amenities

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Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking can be near pool,patio and roof area

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Zejtun

Located in Ħal Bisbut, a neighbourhood in Zejtun, this villa is near theme parks and near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Malta Experience, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St George's Beach and Golden Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Gardjola Gardens and Limestone Heritage Park & Gardens. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Zejtun, South Eastern Region

What's nearby

  • Upper Barrakka Gardens - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 10 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Sliema Ferry - 10 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Malta Experience - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Fort St. Elmo - 11 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪James Caterers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Al Fresco - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Istanbul Kebab House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪La Nostra Padrona - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Id-Dwejra House of Character with Privite Pool, swim Jet and Jaccuzzi have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Id-Dwejra House of Character with Privite Pool, swim Jet and Jaccuzzi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Id-Dwejra House of Character with Privite Pool, swim Jet and Jaccuzzi?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Id-Dwejra House of Character with Privite Pool, swim Jet and Jaccuzzi?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Id-Dwejra House of Character with Privite Pool, swim Jet and Jaccuzzi located?

This family-friendly Zejtun villa is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Marsaxlokk Bay, Tarxien Temples and Hal Saflieni Hypogeum. Pretty Bay and Grand Harbour are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Authentic Village with easy access to all the sights

Great fun
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property in quite and peaceful part of Malta

Would recommend this property. We had a lovely two week stay in the house as a family of 4. Sandra was excellent with the communication too
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Malta

Lovely town house
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loveley hoyse, super private pool area

Really lovely house in a quiet , non-tourist location. This is the real Malta, so dont expect lots of restaurants youll have to go to Marsaxlokk
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

caroline c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elayne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First trip to Malta

The property is generously proportioned and is as described in VRBO. It was spotlessly clean as was the pool and surrounding outside areas. There is some building work going on next door but this did not impact our stay in anyway. We did not have any problems with ants but did have an issue with flies one evening. We worked this out to be related to the Organic waste bin which was due for collection the next day. So we moved it away from the table area for the rest of the evening. There are refuse collections most days and Sandra has noted the bins to show what gets collected when. Although we couldn’t find anything for bottles. We had a hire car for getting around the island and the Maltese do not seem to abide by any rules of the road especially at roundabouts. This was obviously not under Sandra control but just feel other visitors need to be aware. There is a Covenience Store about 5 mins walk away they have gluten free items and Lidl is a short drive for everything else. Malta has a fascinating history and is well worth a visit. The property is only 15 mins from the airport.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Nice Villa and helpful host but not a tourist hotspot

The Villa itself was very nice and clean and had all as required from pool to air con to Wi-Fi. Overall a nice Villa and Sandra was very helpful. The 4 stars (not 5) was marked down to 3 things. One being a lot of ants outside and inside the property which became a pain with food etc, more control of this needed. Secondly the area is very Maltese local and no restaurants close by, the local fishing town is 20-25 minutes walk but restaurants not great. We ended up driving to Valletta for meals out. Finally there is little or no parking near the Villa so hiring a car which is needed is tough to park anywhere close. Overall the Villa is great but the other factors impacted a relaxing holiday.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Funtime!

What a lovely stay! The welcome pack of fruit, water and ice-cream on arrival were a nice touch. The whole family enjoyed the pool to the full. Spacious property in a pretty area with very good access to public transport and conveniences. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Alison M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing holiday

We all thoroughly enjoyed our break in the villa, the pool was ideal, our kids loved their time here. The villa has everything you need and is very well equipped. The villas location is great for getting around Malta, zejtun is a quiet village with supermarkets, a butcher and bakery near by. Sandra was very quick to respond to any of our query’s. Thanks for a great break!!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house and pool.

The house was lovely and had everything you could possibly need. The pool and outside area was the best part. We really enjoyed our stay. The only thing slightly odd was the top floor, (which is kitchen/living room with pull out sofa bed and separate bathroom), you have to go through the first floor master bedroom's ensuite bathroom to access the outside steps that lead up to this additional accommodation. Was fine for us though as we didn't need the additional space
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louise K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous accommodation in great area of Malta

Wonderful house in quiet area of Malta. Sandra could not have been more welcoming and helpful. Great local shops in Zetjun and close to beautiful fishing village of Marsaxalokk. Plenty of restaurants and great Sunday Market. St Peter Pool nearby breathtaking. Would highly recommend a stay at this amazing traditional house - fabulous pool area. We will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

gillian w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely host and amazing house

The property was fantastic - well equipped and lots of space. Sandra, our host, was brilliant at communicating with us and gave us good advice such as downloading the 'bolt' app where we can organise taxis at reasonable cost, to take us to the attractions nearby. Sandra was lovely and also gave us a lift to the airport on our last day. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A secret oasis

An amazing property with so much character and a lovely outdoor pool, was the perfect base to explore Malta from.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Character house stay for my brothers wedding in Malta with my family

Good communication from Sandra throughout from booking to arrival, including arranging collection from the airport, so helpful! A lovely welcome basket with the essentials you need when you first arrive abroad. The house is as described, full of character features and offers a home from home experience. Sandra made the stay even more special by arranging a birthday cake for my dads birthday, a really lovely touch. To finish our stay in the best possible way, Sandra allowed us to remain at the house after checkout time until the cab collected us to go to the airport, a stress free ending to to great stay at a lovely house in Zejtun, Malta.

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

Family holiday

We were welcomed by a driver at the airport who took us to the beautiful villa where we met Sandra who was very friendly and kindly had bread, milk, fresh fruit and wine waiting for us. After showing us around she left to let us enjoy our holiday but was easily available should we need any assistance, for example after an impressive thunder storm which caused a power cut, Sandra’s husband came to switch it back on withon 15 minutes. The house is beautiful, lovely and clean, had everything which we needed, and has a lovely feeling to it, friendly locals, butcher, baker and supermarket nearby. There is an open market on a Wednesday which was lovely with fresh fish, veg, cakes, clothes, and snails!! Our girls who are 7 and 4 loved the pool! We all felt really at home there, my parents, my husband, out 2 children and myself. The bus stop is nearby and we used the ecab app to book taxis which were reliable. Can not thank Sandra enough for our stay. Thank you...we may be back one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Jacqueline S., Sydney Australia

An interesting little village

We were six friends staying at this lovely house, very comfortable,and as it was a heatwave,the air-con in the bedrooms were a god-send, without it we couldn’t have coped. Our hostess Sandra was delightful and very helpful.The locals were lovely and friendly too. A car is a must if you want to see as much as possible. The local supermarket was a very nice experience, more than helpful! All in all , a most enjoyable holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Charles J.

Excellent holiday

Place exceptionally clean staggered by the amount of space And well equipped Sandra & husband very welcoming and nice Lovely place to stay very traditional Easy access to all of Malta via bus 🚌 Will definatly stay again lovely ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marie B.

Blooming marvellous!!

The property was very clean and well equipped we all said we felt at home from the start. The photos don't do it justice. We were a party of 5 adults for the start of the week and added 2 more with ease. The local neighbours are very friendly and helpful and the house is situated in the traditional part of Malta near to local shops and bakery. We hired a car and found a parking space every time without problems. I can't recommend this house highly enough we will definitely be returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

Outstanding !!!

From the moment we arrived. Sandra welcomed us with a food and drink assortment. The friendly owner was a real help with things to do and where the local shops were located. The house was great with plenty of space and very clean. It’s a great location near the airport but not too near. The car park was busy but I always found a space. I definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

Great villa with proper BBQ, big bedrooms and sweet pool area

Highly recommend this property. Well run, really smart and spacious.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C., Malta

excellent!!!

They say a picture is worth a thousand words. While the picture of this house look amazing they don't show it's real promise. Too this house in reality it's much more beautiful. In renovating this house they lost none of its old and world character but enhanced it by adding new world charm to it. While best to describe bathrooms and bedrooms is luxurious it still has all it's Maltese charm. Everything than you may need Francesca already has it there for you. Location While house looks to be away from normal tourist locations in reality it's a very short distance to anywhere you would need to go. Valletta - 13 minutes Sliema - 16 minutes Paceville- 19 minutes Rabat/ Mdina - 20 minutes Airport - 8 to 9 minutes Shop - 2 minutes walk or 2nd shop 3 minutes walk butcher - 2 minutes walk green grocers - 2 minutes Bakery- 2 minutes Literally everything on your doorstep
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Liam S.

Excellent

They say a picture is worth a thousand words. While the picture of this house look amazing they don't show it's real promise. Too this house in reality it's much more beautiful. In renovating this house they lost none of its old and world character but enhanced it by adding new world charm to it. While best to describe bathrooms and bedrooms is luxurious it still has all it's Maltese charm. Everything than you may need Francesca already has it there for you. Location While house looks to be away from normal tourist locations in reality it's a very short distance to anywhere you would need to go. Valletta - 13 minutes Sliema - 16 minutes Paceville- 19 minutes Rabat/ Mdina - 20 minutes Airport - 8 to 9 minutes Shop - 2 minutes walk or 2nd shop 3 minutes walk butcher - 2 minutes walk green grocers - 2 minutes Bakery- 2 minutes Literally everything on your doorstep
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Francesca C.

A Fantastic Place to Stay

We were looking for a spacious holiday rental for a party of 5 adults, with a private pool. This property was the perfect choice. Situated in the quiet town of Zejtun in the south of Malta and a very short distance from the airport, the house is exceptionally well-equipped, with a full kitchen, three very comfortable bedrooms (memory foam mattresses and lots of extra pillows and bedding), and a private walled patio area with a pool, sun loungers and an outside dining area with barbecue. The house is spacious, cool and quiet, has air-conditioning and fans in every bedroom, and is conveniently located near to shops - including a large and very well-stocked supermarket. Zejtun is well-served by public transport with bus services to Valletta (30 minutes) and down to the coast (5 minutes away), and bus tickets are very good value. The owners were extremely kind and helpful throughout from the first booking enquiry to the day we came home. They met us from the airport, gave us a great deal of local information, and provided a very generous welcome basket including fresh fruit and a bottle of local wine. They also arranged two days of car hire for us so that we could look around the further reaches of the island. The house is a "character" property which has been beautifully converted and modernized. There is everything here that you could possibly need for the perfect relaxing holiday break. I would strongly recommend the property and we will certainly return again in the future.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel S.

Amazing Home

I cannot put into words how incredible the house is and how wonderful the hosts are from the home cooked Maltese rabbit dinner to the luxurious decorating of the house. This is better then any 5 star resort if coming to Malta you must stay here. In one word: outstanding!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

Simply wonderful

A very welcoming house of character with a wonderful pool.you can find all the necessities in it and owners very kind and helpful.very well mentained and most of all very clean.would recommend it and would certainly go again.

About the host

Hosted by Sandra

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I am Sandra a warm and caring person that appreciates old homes that are traditional to the Maltese islands.I enjoy living in the village centre of Zejtun for its people who are also warm and caring, with a friendly heart.

Why they chose this property

The home is 250 years old, which has been extensively revamped with modern fixtures, it enjoys very private and peaceful surroundings. It now has Wi-Fi included. All the bedrooms are spacious and all are fitted with air-conditioning. The large yard has been transformed into a delightful and relaxing pool and sun deck area. A modern, gas type barbecue and a 8 seater outdoor dinning table complements the area.From the roof top, which is also accessible, on can see the surrounding village and distant views of the island.

Malta offers a varied mix of such properties, ranging from traditional ones dating to the 17th and 18th century, to new ones being built reflecting today’s trends. Malta also offers its good dose of farmhouses, and its case houses of character, particularly in the smaller villages, such as Naxxar, Zurrieq, Zejtun, Qrendi, Mosta and the surrounding areas.

This property is situated around the village core or elsewhere on the outskirts of the villages, farmhouses and houses of character offer unparalleled tranquillity, secluded from urban areas, yet within easy reach of all amenities.

heir innate beauty, and most importantly uniqueness makes such residences a very sought after property option, particularly as an investment. The limited supply and growing demand ensures that the price of the property not only holds, but offers steady capital appreciation.

This House of Character is a unique piece of art, a living contribution to Malta’s chequered history and diverse heritage,

What makes this property unique

The Locality

Żejtun (also called Iż-Żejtun) is a medium sized town in the south of Malta. Żejtun holds the title of Città Beland, which was bestowed by Ferdinand von Hompesch zu Bolheim, Grandmaster of Knights of Malta in 1797, Beland being his mother’s surname.

Żejtun takes its name from the Sicilian Arabic for "olive"- zaytun (comparable to the Spanish and Portuguese, "aceituna" and "azeituna" respectively), which was one of the main productive industries in Malta.

Żejtun, lying in the south-eastern part of Malta, covers the top of a hill that dominates the bays of Marsaxlokk, St. Thomas Bay and Marsaskala, popular ports of call for all Mediterranean sailor since Phoenician times. They also provided convenient landing beaches for invaders.

The origins of Żejtun go back to Phoenician and Roman times. Orginally Żejtun, known as Terra Santa Catarina, covered the whole south eastern part of the island extending to the outskirts of the walls protecting Cottonera and included Żabbar, Marsaskala, Marsaxlokk and St. George's Bay. The inhabitants of Żejtun proper till 1680 formed two separate communities huddled in residences protected by narrow streets (which of themselves provided protection) known as Bisqallin referred to till today as the Lower Village (Ir-Raħal t’Isfel) and Ħal Ġwann and Ħal Bisbut, known today as the Upper Village (Ir-Raħal ta’ Fuq). Development during the eighteenth century and the construction of the new parish church in between the two communities formed the present centre and linked the two to form one community.

In the old days, the residents were sentinels against invasions which landed in the southern bays of the island. Because of this and the fact that they were furthest from Medina, the old capital, they developed an independent self-reliant spirit, often lauded in in their impromptu folk singing (għana), still prevalent today. The separate communities in the lower village and the upper village.

Languages:

English, Italian

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