We have stayed in 5 different farmhouses in Gozo in recent years, and although they were all of a very high standard, Simar Farmhouse was by far the best, with outstanding privacy, cleanliness and amenities.
Communication with Matthew was perfect from our first enquiry, right through to departure. Matthew and his family did everything possible to make our stay relaxing and enjoyable, and regularly arranged to clean the pool and change linen at times / days to suit our schedule.
As well as the farmhouse being of a very high standard throughout, the hosts had thought of virtually every detail to makes a house a home; excellent design and refurbishment; the privacy and security around the pool area is by far the best we've seen in Gozo; high standard and finish of furnishings; kitchen and bathroom modern and of really high quality.
As well as having one bath and one hand towel per person, each guest also had their own pool towels, all of which were changed every few days. The air-conditioning in each bedroom was perfect to keep the rooms cool in the scorching heat. The second bedroom was particularly attractive, like a little cave for the children with views over the pool and all 3 bedrooms had their own en suite shower room in addition to the 4th large bathroom.
The roof terrace offers incredible views both to Sicily and over several of the other villages in Gozo, and from here we watched various firework displays from the Festas, as well as a lunar eclipse!
As for Qala itself, it offers several restaurants and bars, a pharmacy and a couple of small supermarkets (one of which offers a free delivery service), all set around the beautiful village square and church. There are regular bus services to Nadur, Mgarr and Rabat, although we hired a jeep to get around and see some of the more remote areas of Gozo.
Near to the house there are small, remote beaches, which can only be reached on foot (20 minutes walk), as well as horse riding stables.
We would definitely recommend this farmhouse to anyone considering travelling to Gozo.