Better than the pictures (which are pretty good too). The flat has been decorated with care a well as taste. Silvan and Cecilia were delightful, they were there if needed but didn't make you feel crowded. Plus I actually messaged Silvan really late because out flight was delayed and he replied in good humour and grace! My only niggle (if I were to be picky) was the fact that the rooms did not have doors, but I wouldn't count that as a negative because people still had their own space (hard to wander in by accident) and they're putting some in soon anyway, it's just the flat is really new.
Cecilia also own a local mini market and they had amazing cheese and ham which we'd recommend (she even gave us some Maltese cookies to try).
All in all, a great place and we will definitely be back if we're in Malta!