With a renovation guided by Maltese architects Anthea Huber and Daphne Abela, this charming townhouse kept the warmth of a traditional Maltese house, with its dramatic arches and honey-colored limestone, mixed with concrete and glass floors and wood paneling.

Like Zebbug itself, threading together styles and eras, this vacation rental in Malta results in no other experience.

A four-level design with a rooftop terrace and views over the old city, this vacation home rental in Malta starts on the ground floor, with a guest bathroom tucked behind a wood-paneled wall. 

On the cellar level, with its stunning stone arch, is a fully equipped kitchen, and on the first and second floor, there are two double bedrooms, both with an en-suite bathroom. Relaxation and entertaining are comfortable here, especially on the roof, with plenty of lounge chairs and a barbecue.

CITTA ROHAN

Zebbug is one of the oldest towns in Malta. Zebbug means “olives” in Maltese, named for the large olive groves that once grew here, and is known for its long lacemaking tradition, dating back to the 16th century, along with its stunning coastal beauty.

The Piazza in the village is a three-minute walk from KUCCA, and it has a convenience store, banks, ATMs, pharmacies, post office, and in less than two minutes, you’ll run into Lokomotif, an Italian restaurant, Lungo, a café, and Tax-Xiha, a restaurant and pizzeria.

Religious architecture is also abundant in Zebbug, with 13 chapels sprinkled around the city and the countryside, dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries. The oldest one, a medieval beauty dedicated to St Roque, was constructed in 1593.

LOCATION

Zebbug, Malta. Nearest airport: Malta International Airport (7km)

BEST TIME TO VISIT: All year round, but April and May are particularly beautiful, when the countryside is in full bloom.