Only 3rd review on VRBO, but on another website the accommodation gets an 4.8 on 10 reviews. So don't let that scare you!
We can just confirm the positive reviews here. We were unlucky that we travelled via Schiphol in May 2022, so we arrived more than 3 hours late at the accommodation. It was late evening by then, so the host prepared a list with take-out we could order and - as seems to be her habit - provided a plate of sandwiches for our arrival together with chilled water.
The pictures don't even do the accommodation justice. At least I want to stress that the garden is located next to the swimming pool, which makes for a very nice private space. There is even a toilet and shower (which are clean) at the swimming pool, which is not mentioned or shown.
The hosts live on the first floor of the accommodation. Half of the groundfloor (street side) is rented separately without access to the pool/garden. The hosts were very friendly and willing to help when requested, but we had our complete privacy unless we asked.
The swimming pool is big, the little pool for the little kids perfect for our 10 month-old baby. I did read something about the state of the swimming pool, but during Covid lockdowns a lot of things were renovated, including the pool, so that comment is not valid anymore.
The accommodation was spacious, even with all our baby-gear. You can't watch TV with a big group, but as mentioned in another comment, why would you want to do that? We mostly ate outside. Another perk is that you can hand over food/plates/etc. directly from the kitchen to the outdoor table, with a mosquito net that can be closed when not passing anything.
Regarding the location, I want to mention that for us (3 adults with a 10-month old baby) there were enough restaurants on walking distance with a stroller. Maybe to far too walk with little kids.
Mellieha is of course the quite part of the island, ideal for resting and diving, so if that is your intent, book this accommodation! We even consider booking this accommodation again if we would return to Malta. If you want to party, look at a different part of the island.
If I need to share some downsides, nothing that keeps us from giving a 5-start review:
- There is no airconditioning. The ceiling and pedestal fans did the job for us though
- As anywhere in Mellieha, a rental car is strongly advised to travel