Superb medieval townhouse with great Valletta sea views

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View of Valletta Grand Harbour from my terrace

Bedroom floor with Maltese patterned tiles in living room

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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6150 sq m

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Parking available
Dryer
Hot tub
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Senglea, South Eastern Region

Upper Barrakka Gardens
‪11 min drive‬
St. Johns Co - Cathedral
‪12 min drive‬
Malta Experience
‪13 min drive‬
Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Kitchen spare toilet

Toilet

Terrace bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Separate dining area

Dining area

About this property

Welcome to my Maltese townhouse which I recently renovated in the historical city of Senglea (Isla) in the Three Cities area of Valletta Grand Harbour. It is really spacious with a medieval room.

The house comprises a fully equipped new kitchen with fridge-freezer, dishwasher, microwave, oven and hob. Breakfast items (coffee, tea, milk, bread, butter, cheese, cornflakes, fruit juice, jam, biscuits, hot chocolate etc.) are provided free to guests. There is a living room with a Smart TV and cable service, a medieval dining room and 3 double bedrooms. There are also 2 bathrooms and a spare guest toilet.

Upstairs there are 2 great, sunny terraces with lovely views across to Valletta Grand Harbour and Fort Saint Angelo. The ferry boat from/to Senglea and Valletta only takes 5 minutes. A pharmacy, newsagent, confectionery, pizzeria, butcher, grocer, cash machines & city bus terminus are close by. Airport is just 15 minutes away by taxi.

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Please note that the standard price is only for 2 bedrooms which can take up to 4 persons. An extra charge of EUR 50 per person per day will be applied if the third bedroom is needed for bookings of 4 persons or less.

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English, French, Italian

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View from apartment balcony towards Valletta

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

An extra charge of EUR 50 per person per day will be applied if the third bedroom is needed for bookings of 4 persons or less.

Use of electronic cigarettes (or similar devices) and vaping not allowed at anytime by any guest during the stay.

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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

Long-term renters welcome

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Senglea

Located in Senglea, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Malta Experience, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St George's Beach and Golden Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Knights Spectacular 1565 or Ta' Qali National Stadium. Windsurfing, power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Senglea, South Eastern Region

What's nearby

Upper Barrakka Gardens - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 12 min drive - 9.0 km
Sliema Ferry - 12 min drive - 9.5 km
Malta Experience - 13 min drive - 9.7 km
Fort St. Elmo - 13 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Cafe Castille - ‬11 min drive
‪Hard Rock Bar Malta - ‬11 min drive
‪ION Harbour by Simon Rogan - ‬13 min drive
‪Cafe Riche - ‬18 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Superb medieval townhouse with great Valletta sea views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Superb medieval townhouse with great Valletta sea views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Superb medieval townhouse with great Valletta sea views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Superb medieval townhouse with great Valletta sea views located?

Located in the heart of Senglea, this holiday home is steps away from Grand Harbour and Gardjola Gardens. Vittoriosa Yacht Marina and Fort St. Angelo are also within 1 mile (2 km).

9.8

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

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10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

4 Oct 2018

Sojourn in Senglea

Our travelling trio spent holiday time in Italy, Sicily and Malta staying at various BnB's, hotels and villas and it was unanimous that this one in Senglea was the standout amongst them all. A 3 bedroom home in a convenient and historic city at the top of Victoria Street. Close to local stores and transport and walking distances to transport (ferry/bus) and dining options. The character of the home and the street gave it a village feel that you don't normally get in a capital city. Our host that we did not get to meet looked after us with provisions for the first day and an open invitation to contact her if there was a need to. The roof top level was fantastic as it was a great place to unwind after a big day of walking, touring the many sights that Malta offers. A regular spot for us to watch the sun go down, a cruise ship leave the Grand Harbour while relaxing over food and drink. Breakfast at the Alice Springs cafe on Dockyard Creek was a regular haunt. The home can get a bit hot but the house comes equipped with a number of pedestal fans that can get cooler air circulating and help guests get a good night's sleep.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

31 Dec 2024

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Beautiful charactered house in an especially beautiful area

Jo's house is extraordinary. The space in the house is great. High celings and large bedrooms. The decor and windows are wonderfully authentic. The kitchen is well equpipped for cooking which was important for us. The bathroom is big with a big shower. The floor tiles, stone steps and stair rails were a major high point for us. Such beautiful old craftsmanship. In warmer months there are incredible views from the roof terrace. The area is very special and 2 mins walk to the impressive marina full of bars and restaurants. The Valletta ferry is just 10 mins walk around the marina and very inexpensive.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Beata N.

7 July 2024

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Angenehm

Es war so weit in Ordnung

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

31 Aug 2023

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Quintessential Maltese home in a great location

Enjoyed our stay and the property had everything we needed. Joanne was a generous and thoughtful host!

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zarah D., Aachen

20 Aug 2023

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Beautiful Home and Stay

My group and I had a great time at Jo's vacation home. The house was beautiful and charming. We appreciated the outdoor space (terasses), and that there was a small extra kitchen and bathroom next to it, so it was not necessary to go all the way downstairs to get refreshments or take a cold shower after a sunbath. The house was equipped with everything we needed (a big variety of kitchen utensils/ towels/ patio furniture/ etc.) so that we felt comfortable from the start. We moved around the island by Uber/Bolt, but little markets or restaurants could be reached by feet. There even was a little place where you could take a bath in the water, however it was next to the harbour and not very spacious so i'd only recommend for a short cooling. The old streets around the accommodation were very beautiful and well preserved so definetly worth a walk if you are into vintage architecture. The communication with Jo was always friendly, reliable and fast and she made sure, that we had/knew everything we needed to make our stay as comfortable as possible.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andre L.

11 Aug 2023

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Happy!

This house is very nice...decorated with taste and very large. All facilities were running smoothly, We were 4 adults and all of us were very happy. Very well located, I have only one regret: I had to come back to work. André

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

7 Jan 2023

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Wonderful townhouse

The townhouse was exactly as I expected - neat and tidy with a great view from the roof terasse. For me it has been very comfortable and well equipped. The communication with Joanne has been always very friendly, prompt and helpful. Can recommend the appartment.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann L., -

26 Dec 2022

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Historical features with modern necessities

This vacation rental is exactly as described! Has beautiful features that bring touches of Maltese culture. A lovely home. Our host was so great about communicating and providing helpful suggestions. We were greeted by our friendly host who also provided us breakfast items. Yum! The neighborhood is very quite and welcoming. Had a great chat with one of her neighbors. View from upper terraces were a plus. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and encourage you to book this one for your next trip to Malta!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie R., Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

3 Aug 2022

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Wonderful stay in Malta

We loved Malta. The unit is 5 minutes walk from the bus stop. The buses, which almost always run on time, allow you to get almost anywhere in Malta. The unit was as described and the hostess was very responsive. We had no problems finding or accessing the unit. Unfortunately during our time there, Malta was so hot and humid, we couldn't fully enjoy the rooftop decks. We did watch some fireworks from up there. There were plenty of fans in the bedrooms, which was good because of the temperature and lack of AC. The kitchen had all the essentials. We cooked the majority of our dinners in the kitchen, which has a glass stovetop, microwave, and oven. The refrigerator and freezer were adequate for our needs. The hostess left us some beverages and food in the refrigerator, which was very sweet of her. Because we were so busy touring, we did not use the TV or living room. There were plenty of small shops for food nearby, but they were only open early in the morning and in the evening. All of the locals we met were very friendly and we felt very safe in the neighborhood. Most Maltese recommended that we use bottle water, which we did. This is because the water is extremely hard, not because of any sanitary reasons. I drank the water frequently, with no ill effects. We used the washer frequently as our clothes got sweaty from all our touring. They dried quickly on the clothesline, despite the humidity. I really loved the fact that the unit was so historic. The floor tiles, the stairs, even the limestone walls; it was all so quaint. All in all, it was a great trip and we plan on coming back to Malta in the future.

Stayed 22 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

25 June 2022

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AMAZING

Our time in Malta was enhanced by this home. It’s location was ideal with the mobile produce man out front in the morning to the little grocery stores nearby and the transit hub 100 meters away. The boat taxes at the bottom of the hill were charming and romantic. Our host, Joanne was a joy. She responded to our every need and we all hope to one day see her again. Patty

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jean-Luc T.

17 June 2022

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Séjour Maltais

Bel endroit, très bien situé et au calme avec tout ce qu'il faut alentours pour faire ses courses. Un service de cars et de ferry à proximité. Il a juste manqué une précision sur l'adresse exacte de la propriété car le chauffeur de taxi a eu du mal a trouver ! Une très bonne communication avec la gérante qui a su être a notre écoute tout au long de notre séjour !

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

KARINA G.

7 June 2022

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Hervorragend

Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt in diesem wunderschönen Objekt sehr genossen. Jo war jederzeit erreichbar für ev. Fragen und Wünsche. Ein persönliches Kennenlernen wäre noch schön gewesen, aber es hat ja auch so alles gut funktioniert. Alles war sauber und liebevoll eingerichtet. Das Haus verfügt über 2 Etagen (unten Küche und Wohnen, Waschmaschine, Trockner + kleines WC etc.), dort war es angenehm kühl. 1. Etage = Schlafen und Bad. Hier allerdings sehr warm, es gab Ventilatoren, aber die reichen bei Außentemperaturen von ca. 30 Grad + irgendwann nicht mehr gut aus. Wer wärmeempfindlich ist, sollte ein Objekt mit Klimaanlage wählen! Darüber ging es hoch zur doppelstöckigen sehr großen Dachterrasse mit wundervollem Blick auf Valletta. Dort oben gab es nochmal eine Miniküche mit Kühlschrank (diese müsste allerdings dringend gründlich gereinigt werden (sehr verschmutzt + Schimmel!), sowie einem kleinen Bad mit WC und Dusche. Einfache Terrassenmöbel und ein kleiner Sonnenschirm befanden sich ebenfalls dort. Hier wäre ein größerer stabiler Sonnenschirm wünschenswert, da es da oben kaum Schatten gibt. Alles in allem ist die Wohnlage hervorragend für die täglichen Ausflüge. Busstation ist nur ca. 5 min. entfernt. Perfekt. Auf Malta braucht man keinen Leihwagen. Die Busverbindungen sind extrem gut und sehr günstig (1,50 € pro Person, Ticket gilt ca. 1/2 Tag (Endzeit steht auf dem Ticket), man kann damit also auch mehrfach umsteigen. Außerdem fährt unten am Hafen eine Fähre nach Valletta (Abfahrt Nähe Universität) für nur 1,50 € pro Person sowie kleine hübsche Boote (Wassertaxis) für 2 € pro Person. Wir danken vielmals für den angenehmen Aufenthalt! Alles Gute Jo!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dominique G.

25 May 2022

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A recommander

pour ceux qui veulent sortir du tourisme de masse, passer quelques jours dans cette charmante demeure .....

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart G.

29 Apr 2022

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Perfect property

Had an amazing few days in this wonderful property. Senglea is a great location to explore Valletta and the remainder of the Maltese island(s) and Jo’s property gives you everything you need for a relaxing stay. Well furnished, clean and tidy with everything you will need for your stay. The house has been excellently refurbished and one of the highlights is the roof terrace to catch the sun and have alfresco meals. The property is close to shops and the ferry to Valletta and has on street parking nearby. It certainly met our needs and I wouldn’t hesitate to stay again or recommend to others.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

George A., Madison, WI, USA

21 Feb 2022

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Beautiful historic place, beautiful views and fantastic host!

I was in Senglea for two weeks, and this was the second place I stayed at because I needed a 2-bedroom to accommodate friends coming from Italy to stay with me. What a beautiful place! Lovely medievel space with stone walls, beautiful tile floors, fully equipped kitchen and bathrooms, a great rooftop view of Vittoriosa and the harbor in between. The property is situated on the square of St. Philip's Church, with an easy and pleasant walk to the waterfront on either side of the peninsula and to the ferry to Valletta. Senglea is a mostly residential area, somewhat sleepy compared to Valletta or especially Sliema and St.Julian which are busier and more commercial and tourist-y. The host Joanne was very helpful and friendly, and communication was excellent! The goodies she left in the kitchen were delicious and much appreciated. After I left I realized I'd forgotten some laundry in the washing machine and Joanne kept it for me and met me to hand it off - very accommodating. Very highly recommend this place!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

30 Dec 2021

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Great time in Senglea

Great location. Beautifully restored property. Wonderful time in Malta and extremely helpful host

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Wendy B.

17 Nov 2021

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Characterful house in convenient, but quiet location.

We very much enjoyed the location of this property, being convenient for a walk to catch the water taxi to Valletta. There was a good selection of waterfront restaurants within walking distance of the house. The immediate area where the house was situated was very peaceful, particularly in the evenings. When we wanted to travel further afield eg. to Mdina and to Marsaxlokk we used Bolt (like Uber) and were picked up at the house. This was reasonably priced and worked very well. We appreciated the fact that the house has an outdoor space- it was good to be able to read outside: although we were not very lucky with the weather. Our host was helpful and responded promptly to any communications from us. We felt that the house itself could have been improved easily and cheaply with some new mattress covers, comfortable cotton bed linen and new towels. The showers would have benefitted from replacement of old sealant. Overall the house was well equipped and represented good value for money.

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Paul C.

21 Oct 2021

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Paul’review

Excellent property in ideal location for those not wishing to stay in a ‘typical’ holiday location. Jo was a good host.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia V.

19 Sept 2021

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A beautiful house in a perfect location

If you want to get the feel of staying in "Real Malta" this is the house for you. A perfect base for visiting historic sites with great access to Valletta using ferries across Grand Harbour. At the end of the day nothing better than relaxing in the cool of the evening on roof terraces. These have great views over the harbour and if you are lucky see amazing firework displays. The house is very we equipped and was comfortable to live in despite the very hot weather. We loved the medieval feel to the property especially the dining room and the stairs. Restaurants are are down the hill along the sea front and there are a few little local shops to buy essential items such as bread and milk. A few minutes away is the Gardiola Garden with amazing views over Grand Harbour -- great to see the shipping and private yachts coming in and out. One big mention is the host Jo who was so easy to deal with even when booking and was lovely to meet in person. We spent a fantastic holiday here and would like to return again.

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Doris K.

18 Aug 2021

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Wunderschönes geräumiges Haus mit großer Dachterrasse

Wir wohnten 1 Woche in diesem liebevoll renovierten Haus im maltesischem Stil. Auf der großen Dachterrasse kann man wunderbar auf Valletta und den Hafen mit den vielen Lichtern blicken und zum Träumen beginnen. Unser Abendessen genossen wir täglich auf dieser schönen Dachterrasse. Das ruhig gelegene Haus ist sehr groß und bietet viel Platz. Es gibt 2 WCs. Es gibt mehrere große Ventilatoren, die die Luft kühlen, wir waren im August 2021 in Malta während einer Hitzewelle bei 38 Grad Celsius. Wir wollten kein Haus mit Aircondition, aus Gesundheitsgründen. Es sind nur wenige Minuten zum Hafen mit vielen Restaurants um gut zu essen. Nicht weit von unserer Unterkunft gibt es gleich eine tolle Möglichkeit zu schwimmen im Meer, die wir sehr oft nutzten. Unsere Vermieterin Jo gab uns wertvolle Tipps in Bezug auf Malta und war jederzeit für uns da. Wir sind schweren Herzens abgefahren, wären gerne noch eine weitere Woche geblieben.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emelyne T.

27 July 2021

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Un agréable séjour

La maison de Joanne est une maison plus qu’agréable à vivre : très propre, confortable, une cuisine très équipée, un salon tv avec un cable hdmi en plus pour pouvoir brancher votre ordinateur et regarder netflix. Également une terrasse très agréable avec des chaises longues pour pouvoir se détendre et bronzer. Un arrêt de bus à 3 min à pieds et le ferry pour Valetta à 8min! La communication avec Joanne était également très fluide et rapide. Merci encore à elle pour sa disponibilité et sa compréhension.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bryn H.

30 Dec 2019

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A true Maltese experience!

This place was amazing and exactly like the pictures! Location wise the bus stop is right down the road and it’s a short walk to the ferries to access Valletta. There are several good local restaurants within a 5min walk and a few shops close by too. A true Maltese experience!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patricia T., Canada

31 Oct 2019

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Amazing Medieval Property

As Canadians we felt so fortunate to experience a month living like locals in historic Senglea. The home was large enough and well equipped for us to enjoy visits from family. Particularly memorable were our dinners in the beautiful dining room. The roof top terrace was a wonderful spot to read and visit. We never tired of walking (and dining) on the waterfront. Both the Three Cities and Valletta have excellent museums, forts and historic houses that interpret the fascinating overlapping history of the successive occupations. Both this property and the Grand Harbour area are highly recommended. Thank you, Jo, for your warm and generous hospitality.

Stayed 21 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alexander N.

24 Aug 2019

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Awesome Apartment

We enjoyed staying in Jo‘s apartment. It is located in the old town of Senglea. The house is in a very good condition and clean. We enjoyed the roof terrasse from which you can see the big ocean cruiser and Valetta. Very beautiful. We can recommend this place!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniëlle K.

20 May 2019

Super verblijf!

Het huis is heel smaakvol ingericht, authentiek en gezellig. Mooi uitzicht vanaf het dakterras. Heel gezellig restaurant om de hoek. Senglea is een fijne uitvalsbasis om de omgeving te verkennen. De eigenaar is betrokken en prima bereikbaar.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

About the host

Hosted by Jo

I am outgoing and like to meet new people. I am also a non smoker.

Why they chose this property

This property offers a spacious, well furnished accommodation in a historic setting, located high on the town's promontory. All amenities are within a stone's throw away. Valletta is 5 minutes away by water taxi. Easy connection to Sicily catamaran services.

What makes this property unique

There are two south facing terraces with great sea views of Valletta Grand Harbour, Fort Saint Angelo and the Birgu Yacht Marina.

Languages:

English, French, Italian

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom

Kitchen spare toilet

Terrace bathroom

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