This property decided it wanted us to finish it a few years ago. Us being my family and I, fresh on Egyptian rubble after leaving another life in Australia. This has been a most curious adventure, which certainly hasn’t ended yet. The current stage is we have this ruggedly beautiful part of the world to share with you. In the future we are planning to use this space for Events, Retreats and Workshops, but for the next year or two we will be offering the lower half of the house as Accommodation for Artist residencies, Creative retreats, Archeologists, or anyone seeking a slow immersion in Upper Egypt. Malkata Arts Retreat has 2 bedrooms upstairs and 2 bedrooms downstairs, each with its own ensuite. The two lower rooms are directly off the Desert Temple Space. This is main living area which includes lounge, dining and kitchen. The front garden has a gorgeous sitting area under a pergola, and the back garden is small but lovely and shady.

This is the part-time home of myself and my Australian family. Generally if we are in Luxor we are in the upstairs part of the house, but may need to use the washing machine in the downstairs part of the house. Other than that the downstairs is pretty quiet. We are all very busy, but also sociable, so whether you like a bit of company or really just want your own space and privacy, you are welcome. We are all considerate of noise, and we appreciate guests who are the same.

Imagine a timeless land nestled between the harsh beauty of the Sahara Desert, the Ancient Tomb lined Valley of Kings, the rich waters of the Nile River, and surrounded by rich Agricultural lands of a Farming Village. Here you find connection in the breath that whispers to you from the ancients, calls to you from the Mosques, hurtles at you from the Tuk Tuks, and lures you from the Dancing Sand. Not a place for subtlety, you will love or hate this place. And perhaps both. Welcome to the West Bank of Luxor.