We have spent a full week in Malcolm's flat at the end of October. We arrived quite late but Malcolm's mother was there to greet us and introduce the flat. Some first food in the fridge was quite welcome. The flat is sufficiently furnished and equipped.
In the immediate surroundings there are several groceries, butcher, fruits and vegetables shops. In M'garr one can find several good restaurants with local customers and a bakery ...
The fine beaches are just some kilometers away. Valetta is half an hour by car, Gozo less than an hour including ferry transfer. Even if there is a bus stop close to the flat, it seems more efficient to rent a car.