We spent a happy week here. The place is very Matese, surroundings are not very touristy and you can see and feel how people live here. Yet, you can get to Valetta by a nice ferry. If you prefer buses - a bus stop is 5 minutes away. Taxi ride to St. Peter's Pool is relatively inexpensive - it is IMO the best place for swimming and rock jumping. I highly recommend Elaine's place to everyone, visiting Malta for a holiday.