We stayed 4 nights in October. Communication beforehand was excellent and property was as described if not better. Spotlessly clean and very well equipped. We were allowed to drop our bags early as we arrived before normal check in time and JPs/Isa’s parents who were there when we arrived were charming.
We didn’t have the best weather so didn’t use the pool (unheated) but it was well maintained as was the pretty little terrace (shady at that time of year)
Paola is as described, a fairly residential area. There are a few snack bars nearby however there is a lack of restaurants if you’re planning eating out. Valletta is less than 5km and I’d recommend the Bolt app for taxis. Alternatively the bus stop is at the top of the road and €2 flat fare.
Carter’s supermarket is a 5-10 min walk and has a large deli and butcher counter as well as everything else we needed.
We very much enjoyed our stay and JP and Isa were great hosts