Hotel Pitiross Farmhouse (Xemxija, Malta)

This converted farmhouse combines traditional Mediterranean architecture with modern day commodities. It is located in a small village on the exquisite island of Gozo (referred to as Calypso in Homers Odyssey), part of the Maltese archipelago. The property is equipped for self-catering needs (a supermarket is located 2 minutes walk from the house). It boasts a 16x12 foot swimming pool (this is the real scott not a dip pool)with a nice deck area and an outdoor BBQ.The villagers are very friendly and english speaking. The pace of living is so relaxed you will feel as if you have been transported 20 years back in time.Lovely sandy and rocky beaches, as well as good restaurants are less than 15 minutes drive away.If you are in need of a relaxing holiday mixing the pleasures of sea and sun with some history, good food and welcoming locals, then you need look no further.