20 Room Palazzo, Valetta

Located at the highest point of Valletta, European Cultural Capital in 2018, with amazing views, this truly unique 16th century Palazzo is located in one of the capital's best streets. Brimming with potential - either as a majestic home in the capital or commercial potential as an office block or boutique hotel. The Palazzo was purchased in 1629 by Fra Carlo Valdina who was exiled to Malta by the Pope and The Holy Inquisition. Situated on two streets, the majestic Palazzo has 20 rooms, large basement/cellar, lots of original features dating from the 16th century including fireplaces, stairs, beams and windows - with original Deed of Purchase (1629). The grand entrance hall leads through a wide hallway to the central courtyard which is almost 30 square meters in size, where the ground floor rooms are clustered around. The grand, traditional staircase leads first to the mezzanine floor and up to the first and second floors. All 20 rooms have lots of natural light as they are either overlooking the internal courtyard or out over the two streets. A total floor area of 1,163 square meters are distributed over the three floors. There is a beautiful roof area/terrace overlook the sea, Sliema creek, and Valletta. So far this property has been partially restored with original features retained and renovated by professional craftsmen, supervised by architects. Full property ownership history since the 16th century available on request and floor plans - as a luxury office also in hand. Available Euro4.2m as is or Euro6.3m converted and finished internally to super high specifications. The commercial potential of this outstanding Palazzo - as a luxury office block or boutique hotel - are endless. Viewings strongly advised.