We were met in Rabat by Ian's mother Marthese who was very welcoming, showed us around the house, and had kindly provided bread, milk and fruit for us, which we really appreciated.

The house is stunning - a lovely mixture old and new, indoors and outdoors. It has a great atmosphere, and the shady courtyard and sunny roof terrace were both great spots to sit and relax.

It's a great base for exploring Mdina, Rabat and had decent bus connections to the rest of the island too.