The original estate dates back to the late 1600s, with successive expansions over the centuries to cater to the evolving needs of the family and their livestock. Initially conceived as a village residence, the building once served as a shelter for various small farm animals, including chickens, goats, sheep, and even a mule. However, as the island’s industrialization progressed and the ports attracted laborers from neighboring villages like Zabbar, the property outgrew its purpose and, eventually, was left abandoned to the passage of time.