I struck lucky when I stumbled upon this lovely, charming and characterful home. Not only was it available at very short notice (it is usually booked up solidly), but it was just as lovely and unique as I had hoped.
Furthermore, Analisa and Ian were so thoughtful - from a posy of flowers in my room to a guided tour of their village; all these things really did enrich my stay. I enjoyed meeting their children too, and their adorable cat, Tikka.
The room was spacious, and has air conditioning as well as a fan. It would suit people with a car as it is a village off the main tourist route (but easy to get too - perhaps a 20 min drive from Valetta). I used this as a base for visiting Mdina and various other historical sites.
Thanks Analisa and Ian!