Our top 5 Valentine properties in Gibraltar
Bright red heart-shaped cards, gift boxes and balloons adorn our shop windows. Love fills the air. Newspapers offer to carry messages to loved ones. Wives are expecting and husbands are forgetting. It’s that time of year when our thoughts turn to romance.
There are various theories on the origin of Valentine’s Day, but the most popular dates back to the time of the Roman Empire during the reign of Claudius II, 270 AD. Claudius didn’t want men to marry during wartime because he believed single men made better soldiers. Bishop Valentine went against his wishes and performed secret wedding ceremonies. For this, Valentine was jailed and then executed by order of the Emperor on February 14. While in jail, he wrote a love note to the jailor’s daughter signing it, “From your Valentine.”
Main Street may be full of diamonds and chocolates to suit the occasion. At Chesterton, we have pulled some heart strings and chosen five available love nests, all of which exude the thrill and warmth of true romance, possibly with a touch of desire. So how about buying your loved one a romantic getaway, Gibraltar style?
Towering above the casino and with exquisite views of the sea, this large penthouse occupies the entire floor so there are no neighbours to disturb you. 260 sq m of professionally designed interior space, plus a 63 sq m terrace, includes 4 bedrooms each with their own bathroom, so if the budget is a bit steep, four couples could share the cost and still have their own privacy. Price: £1.95m
Sometimes, just sometimes, romance has to be a speedy affair. This studio apartment, close to the airport and border with Spain, offers a kitchen, bathroom and a lounge with the novelty of a pull down bed which is returned to the wall once its use is over. Keeps the place tidy at all times. Just £375 a week rental.
This enchanted garden awaits a happy couple. Take the opportunity for a picnic in these grounds with a chilled bottle of champagne served next to the home grown rose bush. Located in the prime residential area within the South District, this four bed, two bath colonial house has sought after westerly views across the Bay. Price £1.75m.
4. Ocean Village
Ocean Village just exudes sex appeal. 35,000 sq foot of gardens, five pools and seven jacuzzis for couples to enjoy together. This two bedroom two bathroom apartment is on the eighth floor and has marina views out to the Bay of Gibraltar. And it can be booked by the night. Perfect use of £160 if you want a romantic night in. For those with staying power, book a week and pay for just 6 nights.
5. Little Genoa
Want to elope? The Eastside is your perfect getaway location. This stunning three bed, three bathroom house boasts a private infinity pool surrounded by teak decking and is perfect for a late night romantic swim under the moonlit sky. Or take a late night stroll along the beach, as this property directly overlooks Catalan Bay. If you need to get into the mood, take advantage of the complete integrated sound system throughout the property. Price: £1.5m
Happy Valentine’s Day!
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Contributed by Mike Nicholls
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