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As Authentic As It Gets, Experience A Double Walled Stone House 1st Hand

As Authentic As It Gets, Experience A Double Walled Stone House 1st Hand

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Overview of As Authentic As It Gets, Experience A Double Walled Stone House 1st Hand

Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Enjoy the area

Map
Rabat
  • Popular LocationCatacombs of St. Paul and St. Agatha's Crypt5 min walk
  • Popular LocationMdina Old City Gate6 min walk
  • Popular LocationSt. Paul's Cathedral7 min walk
  • AirportLuqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)26 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

As Authentic As It Gets, Experience A Double Walled Stone House 1st Hand

A video of the house can be found by googling "Labini Holiday Home".

Experience an old Maltese house full of character that contributes to the glorious heritage of the Maltese Islands with its original setting. Situated in Rabat, just 2 minutes away from the township of Mdina, a fortified hill-top urban settlement located at the very heart of the Maltese Islands. It offers an intimate experience of living in next to the Silent City which inspires tranquillity at any time of the day or night. This self catering accommodation is a unique house which expresses the joy of the life of Mdina mingled with both modern and old playful accents of Maltese spirit.

The house is located right next to the Mdina entrance, Howard Gardens and The Roman Villa. 3 minute walking distance from Rabat center, bus interchange, shops, baker, bank, restaurants and anything you might need.

Places to visit (5km area): Palazzo Falson Historic House Museum, Mdina Cathedral, Mdina Glass, St. Paul's Cathedral Museum, Fontanella tea gardens, Palazzo de Piro, Mdina Dungeons, The Knights of Malta, National Museum of Natural History. and a lot more!

The house is also only 5km away from Dingli Ciffs and 10km away from Ghajn Tuffieha Bay, Golden Bay, Popeye's Village and Mellieha Bay


Mdina is one of the 7 sites listed in the UNESCO tentative list.

Other names were Melita (Roman occupation), Medina (Arabic occupation), Citta Notabile (Knights of St. John) and Citta Vecchia (after Valletta was built).

- Live like a local
- Central
- Full of character
- Open plan, 2 living room areas
- 1 bedroom, 1 double sofa bed in separate room
- roof terrace with barbecue
- Audio receiver, Wifi
- Retractable large glass skylight, large kitchen
- Close public car park
- Close bus interchange
- 5 minutes walk from Mdina
- 5 minutes walk from Rabat centre
- Non-smoking interior
- Families and children welcome
- quiet area, no noise at all except for birds chirping in the morning
- 2 BBQ areas with unique views of 3 churches including the Mdina cathedral
full size office
- Well ventilated and insulated, very well lit.
- All character has been restored or kept - live in a house that was inhabited and possibly first built in the sixteenth hundred! all unique features including double walls and self supporting arches have been kept
- 2 channel sound system, 2 wifi points, stable internet connection

Must experience! very unique property!

Property manager

Ian Cremona

Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Rabat

This holiday home is located in Rabat. While the natural beauty of Golden Bay and St George's Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Gozo Ferry Terminal. Limestone Heritage Park & Gardens and Palazzo Parisio & Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Rabat

What's nearby

  • Catacombs of St. Paul and St. Agatha's Crypt - 5 min walk
  • Collegiate Church of St. Paul's Shipwreck - 6 min walk
  • Mdina Old City Gate - 6 min walk
  • St. Paul's Cathedral - 7 min walk
  • Golden Bay - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Diar il-Bniet - 4 min drive
  • The Egg - 12 min walk
  • Fontanella Tea Garden - 7 min walk
  • Coffee Circus - 5 min walk
  • Point De Vue - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is As Authentic As It Gets, Experience A Double Walled Stone House 1st Hand pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at As Authentic As It Gets, Experience A Double Walled Stone House 1st Hand?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at As Authentic As It Gets, Experience A Double Walled Stone House 1st Hand?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is As Authentic As It Gets, Experience A Double Walled Stone House 1st Hand located?

Situated in Rabat, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Mdina Dungeons, St Paul's Church & the Grotto of St Paul and Catacombs of St. Paul and St. Agatha's Crypt. Collegiate Church of St. Paul's Shipwreck and Mdina Old City Gate are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Henrik S.

Neun von zehn Sternen: Tolles Haus, sehr nette Gastgeber - kleine Einschränkungen zur kalten Zeit
Wir waren zu viert für eine Woche in diesem wunderschönen Haus. Die Lage direkt vor der alten Stadtmauer von Mdina (und in direkter Nachbarschaft zur besten Pastizzeria von ganz Malta) ist perfekt, die Architektur und Einrichtung des Hauses lassen keine ästhetischen Wünsche offen. Der Empfang durch Marthese, die uns sogar schon den Kühlschrank fürs erste Frühstück bestückt hatte, war sehr herzlich, und als wir einmal ein kleines Problem mit den Sicherungen hatten, war direkt auch Ian hilfreich zur Stelle. Also alles bestens, vielen Dank noch mal! Warum dann nicht fünf Sterne? Weil speziell in unserem Fall, d.h. einem Aufenthalt Mitte Februar, zwei kleinere Einschränkungen nicht zu übersehen waren: Zum einen kamen die beiden Gasstrahler bei Nachttemperaturen um 10 Grad doch allmählich an ihre Grenzen, und die solide Steinmauern haben eine spürbare Kälte abgestrahlt. Zum anderen war anscheinend gerade die Zeit, in der alle möglichen benachbarten Ferienhäuser rechtzeitig vorm Saisonstart renoviert und/oder repariert wurden. Wichtig: Das ist weder die "Schuld" des Hauses noch die des Vermieters - aber wenn man den Eindruck hat, die Bohrmaschine und die Bauarbeiter befinden sich direkt Wand an Wand neben dem Kopfkissen, dann schmälert das morgens um sieben doch den Urlaubsgenuss... Fazit: Mit Sicherheit ein unschlagbares Domizil für den Sommerurlaub (und zwischen März und Oktober wird man das kühle Gemäuer garantiert als Wohltat empfinden!). An den Saisonrändern kleinere Abstriche, die aber zugegeben für die meisten (sprich: Sommer-)Urlauber komplett egal sein dürften. Ideal wäre es, wenn man 4,5 Sterne vergeben könnte oder 9 von 10...
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Wir hatten eine sehr schöne Zeit in diesem Haus.
Man kommt in dieses Haus und fühlt sich sofort wohl. Es ist mit sehr viel Liebe zum Detail eingerichtet und renoviert. Eine sehr gelungene Kombination aus sehr altem Haus und modernen Ideen. Mdina und Rabat sind märchenhafte Städte- alles in allem eine wunderschöne Zeit. Vielen Dank
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

Johannes S.

Buchung hat nicht geklappt. Vermieter hatte doppelt gebucht und uns 3 Tage vorher abgesagt
Vermieter ist nicht vertrauenswürdig.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dara S.

Increíbles vacaciones
Hemos pasado unas vacaciones increíbles en Malta. La localización de la casa es muy buena, cerca de la estación de autobuses y de numerosos monumentos. La casa cuenta con una cocina muy bien equipada en la que preparar cualquiera de las comidas, tanto en el salón principal como en la terraza, que tiene una pequeña barbacoa (nos recibieron con algunos alimentos). La habitación es muy cómoda y tiene todo lo necesario, un 10. El resto de la casa también es digna de mención, desde los juegos de mesa, pasando por las tres diferentes plantas y terminando en las vistas desde la terraza. La atención del propietario excelente, siempre atento. Muchas gracias por todo, estamos deseando volver .
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jane N Sam S.

Beautiful home, lots of character, amazing hosts
The home is just beautiful, clean and welcoming. Had a lovely welcome from Marthese, Ian and Christina. We were left lots of goodies to eat in the kitchen, Ian and Christina gave us a short tour of Rabat. Highly recommend it to anyone, they were so helpful.

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Hosted by Ian Cremona

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