Gozo, Malta

This extraordinary and unique fully renovated and modernised farmhouse sits on a large cliff edge plot with stunning panoramic views across the Gozo Channel and Blue Lagoon.

The entrance to the farmhouse itself is through a large traditional courtyard with water feature. To the left are two stables and a small paddock. On entering the house there is a lift on the right which services the upper two floors. At this level there are also two ground floor bedrooms and a family bathroom.

The property then opens out onto an open plan lounge, dining room and kitchen, expertly blending the old with the new and modern as you then proceed to the covered outdoor area.

The rear of the property opens up to a lavish covered outdoor entertaining area with large infinity pool and a terrace with an alfresco dining area where one can entertain whilst relaxing in the tranquillity of its quiet surroundings, and enjoy the large lawns, water features , or sit under the shade of a cluster of carob trees, whilst taking in the breath-taking views. A great entertaining space.

A staircase leads to the lower level where there is a gym, pool display, solarium, sauna and bathroom leading to an outside lower terrace.

On the first floor there is the master bedroom suite with spacious en-suite bathroom with direct channel views of the sea. The master bedroom leads on to a very large (50sqm) private terrace overlooking the garden, pool and sea.

On this floor there are two further bedrooms, one en-suite, and a family bathroom. Situated in very quiet area, surrounded by exceptional views, and yet within easy walking distance to the square, restaurants and cafes.

QALA Village:

Located just 5 minutes drive from the ferry port of Mgarr. Qala is the easternmost point of Gozo, and the village furthest from the capital Victoria. Its name is both Arabic and Maltese for sheltered haven or bay, and this is reflected in its coat of arms - a Gozo boat sailing on rough seas. The village parish church is dedicated to Saint Joseph, and was built by Dun Guzepp Diacono, between 1882 and 1889. Its style is baroque as in many other churches on the island. Qala became a parish on 3 February 1872, and until 1889 the parish church was that of the Immaculate Conception of Our Lady. The foundation stone of the parish of Saint Joseph was laid on 19 March 1882 and the church consecrated on 8 May 1904.

The coastline around Qala is largely rocky, but offering some really excellent walks, as well as wonderful views of Malta and Comino. There are a few sheltered inlets, one being the secluded bathing spot at Hondoq ir-Rummien. There are many sites of historical interest here, such as the salt pans, the islands best preserved windmill and prehistoric remains. One can find examples of cart ruts, (parallel tracks cut into the rock) which extend over 180 metres and are some of the longest on Gozo.

Qala is first referred to in a fifteenth-century portolan preserved at the Vatican library. It has taken its name from the qala or port of Hondoq ir-Rummien. It is the easternmost village of Gozo and has been inhabited since early times. The development of the present settlement began in the second half of the seventeenth century. It is a pleasant and rural place with many natural and historic attractions.

Breath taking scenes can be enjoyed, among other places, from the Qala Belvedere and from the small courtyard in front of the church known as Il-Madonna tal-Blat (Our Lady of the Rocks). This church faces Comino and legend has it that it was built so that the people of that island could follow Holy Mass from across the straits when rough weather precluded a priest from crossing there.

The village square is surrounded by a variety of restaurants and bars to suit all tastes and wallets, and weekends are always vibrant, with live music every Thursday-Saturday at the famous Zeppi's Bar.