We visited Malta first week of January 2017 and stayed at Karl's place. We asked for a pick-up at the airport and Karl was waiting there. After a smooth transfer to Mellieha, Karl showed us the apartment. It looked very nice and clean, just as on the pictures (yes, with that beautiful view), except that Karl added a bed to the second room, so our 2 kids (10 and 8) could sleep cozily in the same room. Great!
Throughout the week we quickly felt home in Karl's place where we found all basic things we needed: more than enough towels, nice shower, AC (we needed the heating, it's not the warmest time of the year, even in Malta), hairdryer, drying rack, toaster, WI-FI and Netflix....
Moreover, the bus stop is located just below the building, as is a small but convenient store and just behind the neighboring restaurant is the beach...
And no need to worry to be abroad "on your own" in case you need help: you can always contact Karl!