On the market: Two-bedroom duplex penthouse with views of Grand Master’s Palace for sale at €1.35 million

At €1.35 million, owning a palace may be out of reach, but with that price tag you can buy a property with the view of the Grand Master’s Palace in Valletta.

Situated just above St George’s Square, a 190-square metre duplex penthouse has been listed by Malta’ Sotheby’s International Realty, a real estate agency behind some of the most luxurious properties on the market in Malta.

The penthouse is advertised as offering “a luxurious blend of modern design and craftsmanship,” ideal for people who enjoy living in a city setting, with lots of shops and restaurants at the foot of their doorstep, literally.

The property can be accessed through an elevator. The first floor includes a spacious square hallway, ample storage, bespoke furniture, a prominent staircase as the centrepiece of the area, a shower room and laundry facilities.

Both bedrooms can be found on this floor. The penthouse features a master suite with en-suite facilities offering an open plan bath and a traditional Maltese balcony.

Similarly, the second double bedroom has an office space and an open balcony.

The next level houses a modern open plan kitchen complete with a dining area that transitions to a front terrace and a heated hot tub, “for added luxury.” The external area of the penthouse comprises 50 square metres.

The second level also includes a modern sitting area with sea views and a large terrace. Views of Manoel Island and the Sliema coastline can be spotted from the upper terrace.

Overall, the penthouse has upscale finishing and materials such as marble, solid wood flooring and is equipped with solar-water heating as well as integrated heating and air conditioning systems.