Cas-Gwent House is a traditional double fronted, converted house of character dating back to the mid 1850's. This beautiful property comprises of four large double bedrooms with three bathrooms, two of which are en-suite and a further downstairs toilet.

What makes the house something really special is its beautiful back garden and its location, right in the heart of St,Julians.

The famous Maltese architect and restoration expert Joseph Mifsud has lovingly restored this beautiful property to all its former glory. Most of the original features have been retained to capture the atmosphere and feeling of a quaint bygone era. The high ceilings, wooden ceiling beams, window shutters, the stone stairway, stone arches and other exposed stonework have all been conserved to retain the historic fabric of the building. Two of the bedrooms still have the original floor tiles.

The downstairs area has been enhanced, with the original three small reception rooms and hallway being opened up into one large arched open plan room. This incorporates an eight seat antique dining table that is absolutely perfect for those intimate dinner parties with friends and family. There is a lounge area with large TV, DVD player, coffee table and a three-piece leather suite. An additional adjoining lounge area is equipped with another coffee table and a very comfortable sofa bed that can sleep another two people if needs be.

A new fully fitted kitchen over looks the garden. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you might need to make cooking and self-catering a pleasure while you are on holiday in Malta. There is an electric cooker with hob, micro wave oven, coffee maker, toaster, electric kettle and food blender as well as a full complement of cutlery and crockery.

There is a downstairs toilet with washbasin next to the office. The office is actually built around the original water well that is still in working condition (though you might find using the taps an easier option). There is an internet connection in the office and if you need internet access while you are away on holiday you can pre-order broadband by paying the minimum monthly cost.

On the intermediate first landing overlooking the garden is the second bedroom, with double bed, fitted wardrobe, chest of drawers and bedside tables.

Next to the main bedroom is a twin bedded room that is ideal for children, with wardrobe and large bedside table.

Also on the first floor is a bathroom servicing the twin and second bedroom. This has a bath with shower, toilet and washbasin.

Further upstairs on the top level is the penthouse bedroom. This is a large double bedroom having en-suite bathroom with shower, bedside tables, a built in wardrobe and chest of drawers. 

On the roof level is a utilities room, equipped with a washing machine with access on to the roof where there is a clothes line.  A iron and an ironing board are also available.

Staying at the house is to go back in time and share a part of Malta's history, and the house is ideally located in St. Julians, the most popular and vibrant area of the island.

Shopping for groceries is not a problem with the Park Towers Supermarket only a five minute walk away on the sea front. There is a delicatessen and butcher within the supermarket and they also sell alcohol. They do a very good next day delivery service so it is worth going there at the start of your holiday and you can stock up with all the necessities. They have a large selection of local Maltese wines that are very good and competitively priced. Don't forget to order a few bottles for those dinner parties.

Within easy walking distance of no more than 200 yards are the picture postcard settings of Spinola Bay and Balluta Bay. St.Julians is famous for its excellent restaurants, its bars and coffee shops.

There is a large swimming pool at Balluta Bay called Neptunes where you can pay a small daily rate to enjoy the facilities and swim and sunbathe next to the sea.

The newly built Bay Street Shopping Center is only a further 10 minutes walk from Spinola Bay and well worth a visit. Apart from the many shops there are more bars and restaurants, a sixteen-screen cinema and a bowling alley. Bay Street backs on to the Paceville area, which is the capital of Malta's nightlife, attracting hundreds of the younger generation (oldest swingers in town are also allowed) to the many discos and clubs where you can dance and drink the night away into the early hours.

Sliema is a pleasant 25-minute stroll down the promenade in the opposite direction. Here you will find another good shopping center, more bars, restaurants and cafes. There is a regular ferry service over the water to Valletta, which only takes ten minutes or so. Several good value sightseeing boat trips also run from the front in Sliema every day.

The Maltese buses run to every destination all over the island and you can catch one on the sea front very near to the house. Car rental is very cheap for those who prefer to drive, but make sure that you take your driving license on holiday with you if you want your own transport. The Maltese drive on the left, the same as the United Kingdom, which makes car rental a popular option for the British.

Luqa airport is only about a 15 to 20 minute drive from the house. When you arrive at the airport our friend Leno, who is a licensed taxi driver will be there to meet you. Leno will have the keys and take you to the house. The standard fare is 20 euros (one way) regardless of how many passengers there are.

When you depart please arrange with Leno to take you back to the airport and leave the keys with him. When ever you need a taxi please give Leno a call, he is much cheaper than most taxi drivers, very helpful and he always appreciates a little extra business from our valued guests. Leno's number is (00 356) 9984 4783.

There is a pay as you go mobile phone at the house for the use of our guests. Please feel free to carry it around with you. It is very useful for local calls and not too expensive to phone back home, The number is (00 356 7993 1159) and it takes Go Mobile credits.