1 bedroom apartment in Gharb, Gozo, Malta
Luxurious Apartment with Swimming Pool in Exclusive Development
In the Idyllic Village of Gharb, Close to All Amenities, Yet Peaceful Location
Sleeps 2/4 (1 Bedroom)
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I don't know which came first, falling in love with Gozo or my Maltese husband! After spending 10 years working around the world and living out of a suitcase, I admit to being less than excited about being sent to Malta. With visions of crumbling buildings, endless churches and a slow pace of life, I was unprepared for the vibrancy and beauty of these islands. In fact I loved them so much I ended up moving there and marrying one of the locals! Now, several years later, after the success of our seafront apartment in Xlendi (ref G16) we have bought this property to cater for those of you that prefer swimming in a pool to the sea. The apartment is furnished with considerable thought and effort to reflect the peace and character of these islands. We have created a haven of peace and relaxation; a place to generally kick back and unwind. We named our property 'Scenic Escapes' as it really is an escape from the rest of the world. P.S. I was right about the churches though!
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| Rental periods | |
| 1 - 31 March 2008 | £199 |
| 1 April - 30 June 2008 | £284 |
| 1 - 31 July 2008 | £399 |
| 1 - 31 August 2008 | £425 |
| 1 - 30 September 2008 | £399 |
| 1 - 31 October 2008 | £284 |
| 1 November - 31 March 2009 | £199 |
| 1 April - 30 June 2009 | £309 |
| 1 - 31 July 2009 | £439 |
| 1 - 31 August 2009 | £479 |
| 1 - 30 September 2009 | £439 |
| 1 - 31 October 2009 | £309 |
| 1 November 2009 - 31 March 2010 | £199 |
Notes on prices
Prices shown are per week in UK Pounds for 2 people and include: Welcome grocery pack on your arrival including a complimentary bottle of fine local wine, weekly maid service and linen change, water and electricity. A supplement of £50 per week is applicable for Christmas, New Year, Easter and Bank holidays. 2008 rates for 4 people are: low season - £274 per week. Mid season - £334 per week. High season - £449 per week. Peak Season - £479 per week.
Changeover day
We try to keep our changeover day flexible to allow our guests to take advantage of cheaper midweek fares.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | The double bedroom has a solid oak double bed with a divinely comfortable and sumptuous handmade mattress, spacious wardrobe with plenty of hangers and a large freestanding mirror. Each bedside table has a lamp and a hairdryer is also supplied. |
| Bathrooms: | There is a bespoke tiled bathroom with bath and overhead shower. Lots of storage space, plenty of fluffy towels, bright lighting with illuminated mirrors, heater, shaver point, candles and even bath salts. |
| Kitchen: | The kitchen is kitted out with everything you need for a comfortable holiday. Halogen hob, microwave with oven and grill, fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster, oils and spices and plenty of tea and coffee! Sizeable breakfast bar with cream leather bar stools. |
| Utility Room: | Thick fleecy blankets and extra pillows are provided to ensure a cosy home atmosphere for those cooler months - not that there are many! As we do not have to rely on solar power, there is always plenty of hot water for relaxing baths or showers. |
| Living Rooms: | The open plan living area has two very comfortable sofa beds. The lounge is furnished with a DVD player with a large selection of films, board games, books and magazines to suit all tastes. The small private balcony overlooks the quiet residential street. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Towels (not poolside) and linen are included in the price. The property is thoroughly cleaned on a weekly basis. |
Notes on accommodation
We have compiled a comprehensive information pack for our guests use with maps, restaurant, walking and rock climbing guides.
The apartment is on the first floor and there is a lift. We are a non-smoking family and would ask all of our guests to respect this and not smoke in our apartment.
- hob/stove,
- fridge/freezer,
- microwave,
- iron/ironing board,
- air conditioning,
- shared pool
Outside
The outside pool and deck are spacious with pretty planted gardens and plenty of space for sun loungers. The deck area overlooks untouched countryside; it is quiet and peaceful and a perfect spot for relaxing in the beautiful sunshine. As the pool is shared only between the 8 apartments, most of which are weekend homes for Maltese couples, it is never crowded.
Coast/Beach
Just under a couple of miles away next to Dwerja and the magnificent Azure Window, you can swim at the Inland Sea, where the sea has cut into the cliffs to form a shallow, sheltered salt water pool with pebbly crystal clear water. Ramla Bay is a magnificent sweep of red sand on the north of the island, there are also several rocky coves for secluded swimming and several good sandy beaches on the north west of Malta. The Blue Lagoon in Comino is beautiful and is easily reached by public ferry.
Special interest holidays
Walking - Gozo is wonderful walking country with plenty of well trodden tracks through the more famous of the islands landmarks such as Calypso's Cave or the Azure Window but also some hidden secrets such as the beauty and peace of the Lunzjata Valley and the tiny hamlet of Ghasri.
Rock Climbing - For the adrenalin junkies, the Maltese Islands offer a varied and scenic playground for rock climbers of all levels. Whether you are looking for some short and sweet challenges or want to push your limits, there's a spot here to suit your style. There is a comprehensive guide in the apartment cataloguing 21 areas on all 3 islands with 1,200 plus climbs.
Diving - Xlendi is also an enviable base for diving whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced diver. The islands offer over 50 shore and boat sites with depths from 5m to 45m in Gozo, Comino and northwest Malta; and sights from natural rock formations to sunken wrecks and reefs bursting with marine life. Contact us for info.
Travel
Fly to Malta's International Airport from London Heathrow/Gatwick in just 3-3½ hours. Malta is also served by numerous other large European airports and is very well connected. Air fares can start from as little as £50 plus tax per person. From 31 March 2008 Easyjet will fly direct from London Gatwick.
Distances
We are approx 7 mins by car from the capital Victoria and 20 mins to Mgarr harbour and the ferry to Malta. We are just 7 minutes from Dwerja and the Azure Window and only 15 minutes from the red sandy bay of Ramla and the prehistoric temples of Ggantija. The famous cathedral of Ta'Pinu is just 2 minutes down the road.
Further details
Transfers to Gozo. There are several options as detailed: For a stress free start to your holiday, we can organise private transfers from Malta airport direct to our apartment. Please contact us for a quote. Alternatively there is a public bus service from 4.50 euros (£3.40) per person to Cirkewwa where you can catch the regular Gozo ferry. The ferry runs frequently (approx every 45 mins) and costs 4.50 euro (£3.40) per foot passenger. The crossing takes around 25 mins. The other option is to hire a car at Malta's airport. Car hire is amongst the cheapest in Europe, with prices starting from 18 euros (£14) per day. Contact us for a quote. Whichever mode of transport you choose, it is a scenic journey along the coast road and the ferry has excellent facilities including a magazine kiosk and cafeteria. The total transfer time should not exceed an hour and a half.
Gharb Village, our apartment is located on the edge of this peaceful inland village but within a short walk of local restaurants, grocery shops and bars. We are a 10 mins walk to the shrine of Ta'Pinu, probably the most revered church on the Maltese Islands; a very interesting folklore museum and a glass blowing shop selling samples of the local art, the beauty of which will rival those found in Venice at half the price! There are some excellent restaurants for a village of this size with a choice of pasta, local cuisine, fish and seafood.
Gozo is home to some beautiful peaceful beaches, sleepy villages, prehistoric temples older than Stonehenge, the legend of the goddess Calypso and some of the most spectacular diving sites in the Mediterranean. Wander around the baroque modern day capital Valletta, peruse the delights of colourful Marsaxlokk and its famous Sunday market; amble through the medieval 'silent city' of Mdina for breathtaking views or unwind in one of the award winning spas. Local activities diving, swimming, walking, sailing, cycling, fishing, wind-surfing, water skiing and paragliding.
Booking notes
All prices are in UK Pounds sterling and are payable in the UK. A 25% non refundable deposit is required at the time of booking, plus a security deposit of £100 to cover any breakages or damage during your stay. This will be returned to you in full, subject to any deductions, after your stay. The balance is due 8 weeks before travel. For cancellations after the balance is received, if we can re let the property, you will be refunded. If not, there is a 100% cancellation charge.
For booking and further information
Elaine Meli
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)1276 517683
Mobile: (UK) + 44 (0)7801 541 073
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