The house is certainly new, and it is in Valletta surrounded by charming old buildings, rather than the concrete that the rest of Malta seems to be made of. Right outside the door is a café owned by the same family, with a terrace overlooking the habour. A quite extraordinary view.
The price is right and all appliances are in working order and new. The only detraction is that it is situated on the ground floor with only a single window in the entire flat and this makes it a bit gloomy and inhibits airflow to the bathroom and kitchen. The small room in between those two rooms, where the washing machine is, smells positively mouldy. An airduct would probably be a good idea.
The family administrating it is sweet and helpful.