Zurrieq35.82895500,
14.47605200,
Triq San Mikiel 49 St. Michael Street,(Show on Map)
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Luxury Villas
Historic Villas
Year erected:1700
What is the history of the property? This is an old typical farmhouse built in the core of the village. Il Kiostro is a historic 350-year-old expertly converted Maltese farmhouse, retaining all its original features and charm. Stefano Zerafa, a Maltese academic of the 1800s and the person who discovered the Maltese national plant "Widnet il-Bahar" lived in this house.
Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings? The house is situated in the old part of the village.
Has restoration work taken place? It has been expertly converted to welcome guests.
Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building? The house has unique Maltese architectural features these include, nooks, niches, wooden beams, arches, 'kileb', 'xorok' and a mill room. It has a nice internal courtyard, beautiful sunny terraces and a garden with pool.
Has the property received any certifications for its historical status? The house is protected by Heritage Malta.
Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:
Farmhouse
Villa
Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify? The authentic mill room has been converted into comfortable living quarters while retaining the original features.
Name of the pool:Private Outdoor Pool with Jacuzzi
Location of the pool:Outdoor pool
Is it a pool of special type?
Outdoor pool with Jacuzzi
Pool surface size:28 m2
Pool minimum depth:0,3 m
Pool maximum depth:1,9 m
When is the pool open?April to November
Opening hours:24 hours
The pool also has:
Lifesaving equipment
Jacuzzi / Hot tub / Bubbling whirlpool
Around the pool, there are also available:
Sunbeds
The water of the pool is sanitized using:
Chlorine
Are there written rules guests should follow before entering the pool?No
Is the pool accessible to persons with disabilities?No
Additional information about the pool:The pool is available all year round but since this is an outdoor pool, both the pool and the Jacuzzi are not heated.
Additional information regarding the hotel:All bedrooms have their own private en suite shower and toilet facilities
Information provided by the accommodationIl Kiostro Farmhouse with pool and Jacuzzi
IL KIOSTRO is a historic 350 year-old expertly converted Maltese farmhouse, retaining all its original features such as "Xorok", "Kileb", arches, nooks, niches, Maltese flagstones, spiral staircase “garigor” and birth rooms. Professor Stefano Zerafa, a Maltese academic of the 1800s and the person who identified the Maltese national plant "Widnet il-Bahar" as endemic to Malta, lived in this house. This home is impeccably furnished to high standards with 3 guest bedrooms all with an en-suite shower, a large hall with a sitting and a dining area, a picturesque authentic mill room that serves as living quarters, a beautiful garden with pool and Jacuzzi, a lovely sun terrace, an ‘al fresco’ dining and BBQ area and an internal yard.
Il Kiostro is found right at the heart of Zurrieq, a typical Maltese fishing village. Zurrieq enjoys stunning views and it is also a very popular diving location.
Il Kiostro is equipped with a 55” Smart TV, 140+ cable TV international channels, a free Netflix account, 250Mbps high speed cable internet and free WiFi in the common areas.
Appliances: Large refrigerator and vertical freezer, 5 burner gas hob and large gas oven, electric kettle, toaster, microwave oven, dishwasher, espresso machine, waterless pots and pans, automatic washing machine, tumble dryer, iron, iron board, 3 air conditioning units fixed in the bedrooms (extra charges apply), 2 gas heaters, ventilation fans and an outdoor BBQ facility.
Neighbourhood Overview
Zurrieq is located 1.5 km away from the coast line. It is a very popular fishing village and a spectacular diving spot. The closest beach is on the promenade of the Zurrieq Valley. Close-by attractions include the iconic Blue Grotto where one could take a boat trip to visit the natural caves, Xarolla windmill, Hagar Qim, Mnajdra and Hal Saflieni temples and the underground Hypogeum (advance bookings are recommended for the Hypogeum). Ghar lapsi Bay is only a 10 minute drive away. Marsaxokk, which is another fishing village, the Ghar Dalam large natural cave, the historic three cities and the capital city of Valletta, including the amazing Grand Harbour, are just a 20-minute drive away. Just 9km from Il Kiostro one will also find the 18-hole Royal Malta Golf Club and a number of Tennis Courts. Malta International Airport is only 6 km away.
Room Types
Villa with Private PoolGuests will have a special experience as this villa features a private pool and a fireplace. Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned villa is comprised of 2 living rooms, 3 separate bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a refrigerator, a dishwasher, kitchenware and an oven in the well-fitted kitchen. The villa also has a barbecue. The spacious villa offers a washing machine, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as garden views. The unit offers 4 beds.
About Il Kiostro
License: HPI/5779
Guest Reviews
9.7
Excellent
Yes, Il Kiostro has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Private Pool, Outdoor Pool. For more information, read the answers to the Pool questionnaire
No, a spa isn't available at Il Kiostro.
No, Il Kiostro doesn't allow dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Il Kiostro.