About this property
You’ll be captivated when you vacation in Villa Gwann View, overlooking Mgarr harbour, on the south coast of the Maltese island of Gozo, set in the azure waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Sense the history of Villa Gwann View, which is part of a residential holiday resort, that was once the eighteenth-century Fort Chambray built by the Knights of St John. The complex is made up of luxury holiday villas set in landscaped gardens and comes complete with complimentary use of two communal swimming pools. There is also an excellent concierge service that can organise exceptional experiences, from airport transfers and car hire to private yacht charters and personal chefs.
Villa Gwann View has two spacious double bedrooms and can accommodate up to four adults, two children, and a baby, perfect for a family holiday, or friends’ sharing. This detached, duplex villa, is constructed out of the local stone, in keeping with the original fort, and benefits from panoramic views over Mgarr harbour and out to sea. Your stay includes complimentary Wi-Fi throughout, secure parking, worldwide satellite television, and your own private Jacuzzi. The villa is furnished with modern pieces, cool tiled floors, and decorated in a contemporary colour palette of crisp whites, with shades of beige, and splashes of blue highlights.
Enter the villa at ground floor level to be welcomed by a bright and breezy open plan living space, with floor-to-ceiling picture windows that give access to the sea view terrace. The seating area has a four-seater sofa, wooden coffee and side tables, and a flat-screen satellite television, with worldwide channels, live streaming, and Video-on-Demand. The large brown and beige kitchen is fully equipped with all the appliances you will need to cater for your holiday, including those must-haves dishwasher, and espresso coffee maker. There is a super smart six-seater dining set, which is ideal for some impressive indoor entertaining. A shower room with a hand basin, and WC completes the ground floor accommodation.
Take the American oak spiral staircase to the first floor, where you will find two simply-appointed double bedrooms. The master bedroom has a king-size bed, wardrobes, a baby crib, and glass doors that slide open onto a balcony with stunning harbour views. The second bedroom has two twin beds, and a portable folding bed for extra guests. There is a shared bathroom, with a walk-in shower, single hand basin, and a WC.
Step outside to your private patio, and enjoy the view from the five-seater Jacuzzi hot tub. Relax on the sun loungers perfectly positioned under shady brollies. Spend the day by the communal pool, surrounded by sun loungers and lazy deckchairs. Take a stroll through the landscape gardens, and along the promenade, and be wowed by the sea and harbour views. As dusk falls, dine alfresco at the four-seater dining set, with dishes freshly grilled on the charcoal barbeque, and raise a toast to the most memorable holiday, in the most unique setting.
Gwann View can be found in the most unique of settings, part of what was once the eighteenth-century Fort Chambray, overlooking Mgarr harbour, on the south coast of the Maltese island of Gozo. The villa enjoys stunning sea views towards the harbour, and beyond to the horizon of the azure blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea. There is no international airport on the island, guests are advised to fly to Malta, take transportation to the northern port, and then hop on the frequent ferry to Mgarr Harbour in Gozo. From Mgarr Harbour it is a short two-kilometre journey to your holiday home.
The island of Gozo is only seven kilometres long, and just over thirteen kilometres wide, so anywhere you want to go is within easy reach. For your holiday provisions, the nearest shops and restaurants are only five hundred metres from the villa. The concierge team can arrange complimentary delivery of your grocery order, and a private chef if you don’t fancy cooking.
The nearest Gorgun beach is within walking distance, whilst the beautiful beach of San Blas, the red sands of Ramla, and the white sands of Iz-Zewwieqa Bay, are all nearby. Mgarr Harbour is a quaint traditional fishing village, where you can take a walk along the promenade, admire the yachts, and feast on the local cuisine. Take time to visit the impressive gothic Lourdes Chapel and the sculpture of the Three Graces, before enjoying a cocktail in the famous Gleneagles Bar. Slightly further afield is Hondoqir-Rummi for snorkelling, Dwerja Bay for scuba diving, Mgaar Ix-Xin for rock climbing, or Ghasni Beach for seclusion.
The island of Gozo dates to neolithic times, it has been invaded and occupied by the Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, Sicilians, the French and finally the British, this melting pot of cultures can be seen in its history, architecture, and culture. Start your historical education with the Ggantija Temples, one of the world’s oldest free-standing structures, and now a unesco and World Heritage Site. Only six kilometres from the villa is the capital city, Ir-Rabat, known locally as Victoria since 1887, renamed in honour of Queen Victoria to celebrate her jubilee. Walk the fortified Bronze Age citadel of the city, stop in Independence Square for a browse in the local market, and a coffee in a café, Seek solace in the seventeenth-century Baroque Grand Basilica of St George, before wandering the old streets full of shops selling delicacies and souvenirs.
The city is also known for its collection of museums, theatres, clubs, and opera houses. Find peace and tranquillity with a stroll around Villa Rundle Public Gardens, established by the British in 1910. Finally, don’t miss a day out on the nearby island of Comino, take the ferry from Mgaar harbour, swim and snorkel in the beautiful blue lagoon, before exploring the island’s natural habitat, numerous churches, and dining by the sea shore on freshly caught fish.
Accommodation
The Villa
Duplex, detached, 2 bed, 2 shower rooms, sea view villa with terrace, and private Jacuzzi in a resort with communal pools and gardens, sleeps 4 adults + 2 children + 1 baby
Interior
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Living area
- Dining area (6 seater)
- Bathroom 1 - shower (ground floor)
- Bathroom 2 - shower (first floor)
- Bedroom 1 - King-size bed, balcony with harbour views
- Bedroom 2 - 2 single beds & 1 portable folding bed
Exterior
- Private front terrace
- Sunbeds x 2
- Outdoor dining table (4 seats)
- Front garden
- Hot tub
- Two communal swimming pools
Additional Facilities
- Internet/Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning*
- TV
- Espresso machine
- Dishwasher
- Water dispenser
- Washing machine
- Standing fans
- Mosquito nets
- Parking
- Cot (on request)
- High chair (on request)
- Barbecue (Charcoal)
*Please see T's & C's