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Edinburgh City Centre Luxury 5 Star Penthouse + Parking. Sleeps 2 to 8 [#17408ha] | View Property

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Very spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom penthouse which sleeps 2 to 8 plus cot
£107 - £450 per night (GBP)
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• Excellent apartment in central location

  Excellent apartment in central location

  • Guest User
  • Date of stay 04/01/13
  • Review Submitted 04/08/13
  Apartment was as described if not better, it is spacious and very clean. It is very well equipped . There are Tv's in all the bed rooms and the wifi was excellent. Parking was easy and as the apartment was so central you could just leave your car and walk to Princess Street. There are lots of places to eat and buy groceries within a five minute walk and a large cinema complex nearby. The owner was easy to deal with and very quick at answering any emails. I would have no hesitation in staying here again and recommending to friends.

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• Absolutely wonderful!

  Absolutely wonderful!

  • Guest Jodie P.
  • Date of stay 03/24/13
  • Review Submitted 04/17/13
  The penthouse was a fabulous apartment for us. We travelled with 3 children (12, 11, 8 yrs) who all were comfortable and were able to make themselves at home. Everything was spotless in the apartment, very comfortable beds, large selection of movies and a fully-equipped kitchen. We couldn't have asked for more. It was easy to get a cab to and from the downtown core. Great vacation!

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• Fantastic Apartment...

  Fantastic Apartment...

  • Guest louise s.
  • Date of stay 11/23/12
  • Review Submitted 12/02/12
  I booked this apartment for a reunion of 8 girlfriends and to celebrate a special birthday and couldn't have been happier. The penthouse was beautifully presented with everything you could possibly need for a trouble free stay. Ideally located near to Edinburgh city centre and all it has to offer but very quiet too. The owners bent over backwards to ensure our stay was comfortable and we enjoyed our lovely time. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend The Apartment to anyone else and hope to return next year.

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• Ideal haven & base for 3-generation family 5 star

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  Ideal haven & base for 3-generation family 5 star

  • Guest Wilson family from Columbia, MO
  • Date of stay 10/27/12
  • Review Submitted 11/02/12
  The owners' personal and prompt attention from the moment of inquiry promised an outstanding experience; we were not disappointed. The size, layout, and facilities were perfect for our group of eight, which ranged in age from 10 months to nearly 70. Nearby markets--from small shops to gourmet fare--as well as excellent carry-out options within a five-minute walk made it possible to have nearly all meals in the well-appointed Penthouse without missing out on local flavors and culture. The middle generation also had a great night out within easy walking distance. The nearby playground and easy bus to the zoo were a plus; the walk to Holyrood and Royal Mile was pleasant for those who like to explore on foot. The owners go out of their way to make guests comfortable--and even pampered.

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• Superlative

  Superlative

  • Guest Donna J.
  • Date of stay 10/13/12
  • Review Submitted 10/27/12
  A clean, spacious, well-designed, tastefully & contemporary furnished apartment awaits you. You are staying in the family's second home and you know it by the amenities, household & linen supplies, appliances, furniture, cleanliness, and maintenance. We appreciated the few necessary, laminated instructions (especially for the washer-dryer combination). The owners are the nicest people I have never met: They provided help to us, for a medical issue, that certainly was beyond our imaginations. The thoughtful, helpful, accommodating owners combined with their quality lodging created an excellent and exceptional experience for us.

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• What Every Holiday Experience Should Be!

  What Every Holiday Experience Should Be!

  • Guest Julie
  • Date of stay 06/10/12
  • Review Submitted 07/18/12
  Far more than just owners of The Penthouse, these very kind and gracious Scots make every possible effort to ensure that their guests have a wonderful time in a country of which they are tremendously proud, and about which they are incredibly knowledgeable. Prior to our journey they provided us every possible resource imaginable, from transportation to cultural, academic to culinary. They ensured that we were connected with ground transportation in Edinburgh, that we knew which plays were on in which theaters, how to secure time slots to see the Giant Pandas at the Edinburgh Zoo, which restaurants were kid-friendly, and the daily opening hours for the museums. The Penthouse is very well-appointed, with all the amenities we needed. Comfortable living spaces with loads of windows and great light. Six of us could gather at the end of the day, stretch out and relax together and talk, read or watch television. The eat-in kitchen is wonderful, seating six at the table easily for breakfast with great morning light pouring in. The floor plan is terrific, especially for families with children - no one is too far away. The location was also terrific. Right in the heart of it all, a two-minute walk to the grocery, another two-minutes to Leith Walk, five minute's walk to the theater, and everything in the City accessible either by foot or bus (which was moments away from the flat). My kids really enjoyed playing in Hopetoun Crescent Park, a minute's walk from the flat. We had a wonderful experience all around.

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• What Every Holiday Experience Should Be!

  What Every Holiday Experience Should Be!

  • Guest Julie
  • Date of stay 06/10/12
  • Review Submitted 07/18/12
  Far more than just owners of The Penthouse, these very kind and gracious Scots make every possible effort to ensure that their guests have a wonderful time in a country of which they are tremendously proud, and about which they are incredibly knowledgeable. Prior to our journey they provided us every possible resource imaginable, from transportation to cultural, academic to culinary. They ensured that we were connected with ground transportation in Edinburgh, that we knew which plays were on in which theaters, how to secure time slots to see the Giant Pandas at the Edinburgh Zoo, which restaurants were kid-friendly, and the daily opening hours for the museums. The Penthouse is very well-appointed, with all the amenities we needed. Comfortable living spaces with loads of windows and great light. Six of us could gather at the end of the day, stretch out and relax together and talk, read or watch television. The eat-in kitchen is wonderful, seating six at the table easily for breakfast with great morning light pouring in. The floor plan is terrific, especially for families with children - no one is too far away. The location was also terrific. Right in the heart of it all, a two-minute walk to the grocery, another two-minutes to Leith Walk, five minute's walk to the theater, and everything in the City accessible either by foot or bus (which was moments away from the flat). My kids really enjoyed playing in Hopetoun Crescent Park, a minute's walk from the flat. We had a wonderful experience all around.

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• Very comfortable, safe, clean in good location

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  Very comfortable, safe, clean in good location

  • Guest Glorie Anna
  • Date of stay 05/30/12
  • Review Submitted 07/05/12
  Our group of 4 females were very pleased to stay at The Penthouse. We value safety, cleanliness, comfort, location, and accommodations, and this place has it all. Comfortable beds, full kitchen, wifi, magazines, an abundance of information for touring, dining, transportation, etc - everything we needed. We consider ourselves fortunate in finding this lovely spot. It helped make our visit to Edinburgh memorable for all the good reasons. Cheers!

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• "The Penthouse"

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  "The Penthouse"

  • Guest Lisa Layne
  • Date of stay 04/12/12
  • Review Submitted 07/05/12
  Initially, I thought the location of The Penthouse would be the best thing about it--walking distance to many attractions, accessibility to public transport, yet in a quiet neighborhood. The best thing turned out to be the consideration of our host, Mr. Ewen. Due to plane delays, it took us almost two days to get there. We were all travel weary and hungry, but we found a stocked kitchen, clean bathrooms, and soft beds. In the light of day, there wasn't anything we found lacking, but found many more treats. My favorite room was the fully equipped kitchen--from the Le Creuset, crystal glasses and teapot to the garlic press, olive oil, potato peeler, and soup spoons. Everything was there including sugar, salt and pepper, dish soap, laundry detergent and fabric softener. There really wasn't anything lacking. The Penthouse is a bright and homey place to be when you are away from home. We felt at home-- a feeling that is hard to replicate, but achieved at the Penthouse. I hope to return one day.

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• Amazing time, great apartment, location & service!

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  Amazing time, great apartment, location & service!

  • Guest Cindy McCullough
  • Date of stay 01/05/12
  • Review Submitted 07/05/12
  As a special trip, my mother, father, sister and I travelled to Scotland and Paris. It had been about 25 years since our last family vacation so it was quite an event that we all looked forward to. We enjoyed every minute of it and were especially happy with the experience at "The Penthouse". The owners were fantastic - Eddie even called several times before our visit to offer suggestions on restaurants and scenic routes. It was the highlight of our stay and we would not hesitate to recommend this apartment to anyone. There was a short walk to the Castle with many little shops and restaurants en route. The apartment was comfortable, clean, quiet and well decorated. A must if you're looking for a great place to stay in Edinburgh!

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• Excellent Holiday Accommodation for Families

  Excellent Holiday Accommodation for Families

  • Guest Anonymous
  • Date of stay 12/28/11
  • Review Submitted 07/05/12
  Our family has returned to stay in The Penthouse several times over almost a decade for several excellent reasons. The apartment is quiet, immaculately clean, and there are top of the line furnishings that have always been in excellent condition each and every time we've stayed. There is close attention to esthetics and detail that shows in everything from the beautiful leather sofa to the lovely flatware. The kitchen is well stocked and that includes a refrigerator and a separate freezer. The Penthouse is located with easy access to central Edinburgh. It is an lovely 20 minute walk to Princes Street and there are several buses to take as well. There are marvelous restaurants within a 5-15 minute walk; one of our favorites is Vittoria on The Walk because the Italian food is consistently good and the attention to service is impeccable. Eddie provides loads of information on local attractions as well as day trips and he updates the information so that we are aware of current plays, performances and attractions. Over the years we have come to appreciate Eddie's good judgement in choosing an area that families - or older children who might want some autonomy to come and go as they want - can safely walk about. Our only caveat is that as it on the top floor and there are not elevators; anyone in a wheelchair would need help up the stairs. We have never considered staying anywhere else in Edinburgh, so much so that we now consider The Penthouse our Scottish home away from home.

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• "When it is too good to be true, ..."

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  "When it is too good to be true, ..."

  • Guest Maureen & John
  • Date of stay 12/21/11
  • Review Submitted 07/05/12
  ... it generally is not true. Well, let this be the one exception. Pictures from the website set the expectations high, but on entering the penthouse, you'll immediately notice that the penthouse is even better than expected. Luxurious decorated, enough beds, fully equiped kitchen at your disposal, parking space, ... Location is also great. Walking distance from city center and with some good restaurants around the corner. I stayed here for 4 nights with friends for a city/golf trip to Schotland. Don't think we could have found a better location to stay.

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• Fantastic apartment with great attention to detail

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  Fantastic apartment with great attention to detail

  • Guest Amy DiMarco
  • Date of stay 11/15/11
  • Review Submitted 07/05/12
  My husband and I brought our children to Edinburg in april 2011. We were looking for an apartment that was conveniently located with all the comforts of home. This place didn't disappoint! It was a little off the beaten path, but with a 5 to 10 minute walk (we had 3 small kids in tow) you had everything you needed within your reach. There were bus lines to take you to any place in the city you wanted to go as well. From planning our trip to our arrival Mr Ewen made us feel welcome. He was in contact before our arrival, making sure we had all the info to give us a fantastic vacation. Once we arrived, the apartment was perfect. There was a large collection of Dvds for the children, some games and a few toys for them as well. He had put some food in the fridge for us so we didn't have to shop immediately after we arrived. We felt very comfortable and relaxed. We had everything we needed to cook dinner at night and make breakfast each morning. I would highly recommend this apartment to anyone staying in Edinburgh. I don't think you'll find anything better especially for the price.

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• "Wow, The Penthouse lived up to our expectations..

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  "Wow, The Penthouse lived up to our expectations..

  • Guest Tammy and Jason Sertori, AUSTRALIA
  • Date of stay 10/02/11
  • Review Submitted 10/06/11
  From the outset, the owner Eddie was quick to respond to any queries regarding the apartment and helpfully provided us with a wealth of knowledge about the apartment and local areas. He continually stayed in contact with us right up until we departed australia. The apartment is just lovely, decorated beautifully, clean inside (the photos of the apartment are very accurate) and it is fitted with everything that you could possibly need for a short or long stay. The bedrooms are spacious and very comfortable. Our teenage children had a great time and especially loved the plasmas/dvd players in their bedrooms. A surprise gift basket with lovely scottish items was very much appreciated and unexpected. It isn't too far to walk to attractions (we walked to Palace of Holyrood House, up the Royal Mile and to shopping centres/cinemas) and there are plenty of cabs etc nearby if you prefer to use these instead. There are alot of quality restaurants and pubs nearby, as well as take out stores. There is also a local Tesco's Express within 5 minutes walk nearby but this is pretty small and only stocks the essentials. Our family had such a wonderful stay there that we didn't want to leave and look forward to hopefully returning one day again.

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• "Just as Wonderful as the First Time!"

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  "Just as Wonderful as the First Time!"

  • Guest Penny Fovall, U.S.A.
  • Date of stay 09/06/11
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  My family and I have returned to The Penthouse over the course of 8 years not only because of the consistently excellent accommodation but because it is located with extremely easy access to whatever Edinburgh has to offer. And, Eddie maintains a wonderful three-ring binder which is a compilation (an annotated list really) of activities, restaurants, sights, etc. in Edinburgh as well as in other parts of Scotland. In addition I've always appreciated both the sense of privacy and the knowledge that if I need or want to ask a question all I have to do is send an email or pick up the phone and Eddie is there to help. The flat is pristine, it's esthetics are wonderful, the building is quiet and if you have older children who want to be independent and strike out on their own you can rest easy because the neighborhood is safe.

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• "Now our luxury home from home every august!"

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  "Now our luxury home from home every august!"

  • Guest Nick and Jane Prentice
  • Date of stay 08/25/11
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  We have stayed in the penthouse for several years running and are always delighted to return to such a lovely base for our Edinburgh adventures. It is a treat to return to the flat after a hectic day in the city and our daughters and friends have always been equally impressed when they have joined us.

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• "Trouble-free comfort"

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  "Trouble-free comfort"

  • Guest Janice Biggin
  • Date of stay 08/18/11
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  From the moment Mr Ewens telephoned to assist with my booking enquiry, I had complete confidence in his integrity. He and his wife dealt swiftly and smoothly with absolutely everything we could have needed prior to our holiday. The Penthouse is a comfortable, well appointed apartment located in a quiet but central position in Edinburgh. We mostly walked everywhere we wanted to go. The safe, free, adjacent parking for two cars is an invaluable feature of the property. Being at the top of the building makes for a quiet and safe atmosphere. Importantly, everything at The Penthouse is in splendidly well-maintained working order -so important when you need a home from home environment. The welcome basket and fridge supplies were an unexpected treat. The apartment is spotlessly clean with modern furnishings. There is a file of instruction booklets on how the appliances work and plenty of information on local attractions in and around Edinburgh. We particularly liked the way that Mr. Ewens had thought about all aspects of our stay, which made our arrival/departure a smooth operation. We have stayed in Edinburgh in august for three consecutive years in different rented properties. For us, The Penthouse was our best experience. The user-friendly Penthouse with its easy parking was great, and the Ewens' friendly efficiency was a pleasure to deal with. The Penthouse cost less to rent than our previous 3-bedroom plus sofabed apartments, which were both Georgian houses rather than modern - and the showers at The Penthouse were excellent!! - so much better than the others we've experienced. Provided you can cope with climbing some stairs, I would have no hesitation in recommending The Penthouse to anyone.

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• " A wonderful vacation!"

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  " A wonderful vacation!"

  • Guest Ruth Powell
  • Date of stay 08/01/11
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  The Penthouse was great. There were five of us and we had plenty of room, very comfortable. it was like being at home in a foreign country. Very close to stores and an easy walk to many tourist attractions. Quiet neighborhood. No need to go out for breakfast, we ate before leaving for the day. we also cooked dinner several nights. We walked many times up to the castle and shops. Eddie Ewen provided us with so much information we were able to book tours in advance. If we had any questions he answered immediately. My daughter likes to make jewelry and Eddie provided us with the names and addresses along with directions to several bead shops . We visited one of the bead shops and she did purchase beads. (Not your everyday request) We had names of 'Meet and Greet' folks to pick us up at the airport. That worked great. I can't say enough good things about Eddie and The Penthouse! It deserves 5+ Stars!!.

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• "The Penthouse offers unparalled service."

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  "The Penthouse offers unparalled service."

  • Guest Katy Hipp-Burgwyn
  • Date of stay 06/25/11
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  I stayed at The Penthouse with my family - all adults - in June 2011 on a trip to Scotland from the United States. The service we received was outstanding. Eddie promptly answered all of my questions and responded to emails in a timely fashion, and he ensured we had everything we needed prior to leaving the States. The Penthouse is in a great location and is quite comfortable for a group of six. It provided us with a ideal base for golf and sightseeing.

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• "Excellent Penthouse"

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  "Excellent Penthouse"

  • Guest Robert Wollwerth, Germany
  • Date of stay 06/05/11
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  We had a very pleasent stay in the Penthouse in Edinburgh. We felt wellcome from the moment we entered the Penthouse. It is bautifully decorated and luxuriously furnished and we all felt good there during our stay. Higlhy recommendable.

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• "Penthouse Fantastic Stay"

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  "Penthouse Fantastic Stay"

  • Guest Mark Ward
  • Date of stay 05/30/11
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  Good value for money, an excellent, well finished, clean, spacious apartment, almost like home from home, with a very, very good service provider/owner in Eddie Ewen. I work for a Consultancy in Cornwall, England which carries out annual work in Edinburgh each year. The company I work for has been coming back to the Penthouse on an annual basis for the last 8 years now. Every time we have stayed at the Penthouse it has been very clean, tidy, well presented with Eddie Ewen offer excellent guest service. The area the Penthouse is situated in is very clean, tidy, safe and also quiet considering it is just about in the centre of Edinburgh. It takes about 10 minutes to walk to the centre of Edinburgh. Provided in the apartment are a ranging of Tourist guide brochures (not just in English) as well as Eddies own guide on local restaurants, take-aways, supermarkets, shops, cafes, attractions, trips in and outside of Edinburgh, etc. The kitchen has a large range of the standards things i.e. cutlery, plates, toaster etc. Also provided are thing such as a blender, tub-aware, George Foremans Grills, etc. Throughout the apartment Eddie has also provided clear laminated intrusions sheets regarding the use of the Tv's, Cable TV, Kitchen equipment (blender, etc). Details of local doctors, dentists, instruction manuals for the washing machine, Tv's etc are all provided. There are a large range of items ranging from a wide selection of DVD, Music Cd's, board games, Tv's in every bedroom, children's high chair and to finish it off, a welcome gift pack. I would recommend the Penthouse to almost anyone from any part of the world wishing to visit Edinburgh, from groups ranging from 2 to 7, if it be for a weekend to for a few weeks, ranging from couples, families or groups of friends. For what the Penthouse is and the services Eddie Ewen offers its price is very good value for money. As I said previously, we have been coming back for the last 8 years!

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• "Excellent accomodations located near everything."

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  "Excellent accomodations located near everything."

  • Guest Susan Willis
  • Date of stay 05/26/11
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  My family (4 adults and one 4 year old) spent four nights at "The Penthouse." It was nicely furnished, very clean and well-maintained. It was located in a nice section of town and walking distance to everything. Mr. Ewen provided us with lots of information about Edinburgh before our arrival. He had a wonderful welcome basket waiting for us. In addition, he had placed breakfast items in the refrigerator along with cofee and tea. What a thoughtful thing to do.

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• "Superb accomodation In The Heart Of Edinburgh"

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  "Superb accomodation In The Heart Of Edinburgh"

  • Guest Ian and Judith Fergusson
  • Date of stay 05/20/11
  • Review Submitted 10/06/11
  Set at the quiet side of Edinburgh and only around 10 minutes from Princes Street, the penthouse is a superb place to stay. Quiet, welcoming and brimming with features, this is by far the best accomodation I have experienced in edinburgh after a number of years searching. The owners provide a fantastic welcome and service and go out of their way to help make the stay enjoyable. I have stayed here for the last two years and booked a year in advance for 2011. I'm sure that speaks volumes.

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• Besser als jedes Hotel

  Besser als jedes Hotel

  • Guest Gabriele z.
  • Date of stay 04/22/11
  • Review Submitted 05/03/11
  Wir waren 10 Tage bei strahlendem Sonnenschein über Ostern in Edinburgh und Umgebung und haben jeden Tag genossen. Die Wohnung bietet ein Zuhause auf hohem Niveau. Die Küchenausstattung war sehr gut, die DVD-Sammlung reichlich und das Sofa sehr bequem, um sich wieder zu regenerieren. Der Kontakt mit dem Eigentümer war sehr hilfreich und entspannt. Wenn wir wieder nach Schottland fahren, ist hier unsere erste Adresse. Edinburgh ist eine wunderschöne Stadt und das Zentrum ist sehr gut zu Fuß oder mit dem ausgezeichneten Bussystem zu erreichen. Wir können Stadt und Wohnung nur wärmstens empfehlen!

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• "The Penthouse was a wonderful place to stay."

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  "The Penthouse was a wonderful place to stay."

  • Guest Chris Borges, Texas, USA
  • Date of stay 03/17/11
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  My family and I traveled to Scotland from the U.S. in Spring of 2009, and deciding to stay at Mr. Ewen's property, The Penthouse, in Edinburgh was the perfect way to start our travels. Our experience really started about a month earlier when I sent a request for information about the property. Less than a day later, I received a call from Scotland and it was Mr. Ewen cheerfully greeting and informing me about the property and the service he provides. And yes, I do mean service. Mr. Ewen has truly taken the duties of managing this property as a labor of love and it shows. From the moment we decided to rent his property, Mr. Ewen emailed and mailed us information on the property, how to get there, what was around, information on tourist sights, and much more. I kept in contact with him throughout our preparation for our trip, and, considering we were traveling with a 2-year old, Mr. Ewen fielded all our questions and concerns. Once we arrived at Hopetoun Street, the Penthouse truly felt like a home away from home. It is a location off the beaten path that has everything one could need. The furnishings were exquisite. The amenities fabulous. Mr. Ewen provided tourist information, a list of key locations in the neighborhood, and even a DVD collection. While we were there, we truly felt like we were living as residents of this wonderful city. The thought that has gone into The Penthouse and the service Mr. Ewen provided from the time we decided to rent his property allowed us to feel at home in a place we had never visited. That basically speaks for itself. We definitely recommend this property, but you may need to beat us to it in the future.

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• "We were reluctant to leave"

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  "We were reluctant to leave"

  • Guest Martyn and Grace Hunter
  • Date of stay 02/17/11
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  From our first enquiry we felt like welcomed guests. The flat lived up to expectations. It was fitted out with quality fittings. The kitchen was a delight to cook in. I enjoy cooking and found everything needed. It was helpful to have all the instructions handy in a folder. We had a four month old baby with us and a cot, highchair and other things were provided. As we were in Edinburgh for a family lunch we were out and about a lot and found the location ideal. So near all the central attractions, local food shopping and buses nearby. the car parking permit to park in the complex was a great help. The taxi number was in a folder when we needed it to go to the lunch. The stairs might not suit everyone, but we found them fine. We just unpacked the car in stages as we had a lot of luggage with having a baby and did the same for packing it up. The beds were so comfortable that our daughter in law wanted the know the make. the storage space for clothes was generous. The ensuite showere room and family bathroom were well fitted out, user friendly and the towels were good quality. The sound systems and TVs were amazing, not that we had much time to watch as there were so many things to do, but we particulalary enjoyed relaxing on the leather settee on two sides of the room. Apart from the usual tourist sites of Edinburgh, there is a lot to do around and the sea is well worth a visit.

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• "Great service, great location."

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  "Great service, great location."

  • Guest Katy Mescu
  • Date of stay 01/04/11
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  The apartment was a great place for our family to stay while we visited Edinburgh. The location was perfect for walking around town, and came with a parking spot. We were travelling with two children, two parents and a grand-parent. The apartment had enough room for all of us. We enjoyed the comfortable living room and kitchen. The owner of the property was extrememly helpful, giving us great ideas for our trip and even sending an extra key to where we were staying in Wales when we discovered we had left the original he had sent in Canada.

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• "Five Star Experience"

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  "Five Star Experience"

  • Guest Madelaine Fripp
  • Date of stay 12/03/10
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  I celebrated my 50th Birthday with 7 friends at 'The Penthouse'. I explained to the owner, Eddie Ewen, that I wanted to book in advance for things like airport transfers, restaurants and theatre tickets. Over the months leading up to our trip Eddie provided what can only be described as a full Concierge Service, providing information and contact numbers for everything I needed. 'The Penthouse' itself exceeded my expectations. It contains every luxury and convenience necessary, and even though it is decorated and furnished to an extremely high standard, we felt completely at ease and relaxed. As a group of 8, we used every bed,including the sofa bed in the lounge, which slept 2 comfortably. We cooked a number of meals and found nothing lacking in the kitchen equipment. 'The Penthouse' is superbly located for all the main attractions, being genuinely within easy walking distance for restaurants, shops and theatre. The Castle is a short bus ride away. We had a fabulous trip and left intending to return at some time in the future.

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• "family get together in Edinburgh"

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  "family get together in Edinburgh"

  • Guest Mrs C. Golledge
  • Date of stay 10/14/10
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  This is wonderful accommodation. The booking service is very efficient and friendly, the spacious apartment is very conveniently situated- with car parking which is always a bonus in Edinburgh -and beautifully appointed with all the appliances that you could possibly need. We appreciated the fact that there was plenty of room for 6 adults and a baby - with all the baby equipment provided. This is a Penthouse apartment so there are stairs to be climbed - not difficult but this should be borne in mind.

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  • Guest Travelling Aussies
  • Date of stay 10/02/10
  • Review Submitted 10/22/10
  Wow, The Penthouse lived up to our expectations...and then some! From the outset, the owner Eddie was quick to respond to any queries regarding the apartment and helpfully provided us with a wealth of knowledge about the apartment and local areas. The apartment is just lovely and clean inside (the photos of the apartment are accurate) and it is fitted with everything that you could possibly need for a short or long stay. The bedrooms are spacious and very comfortable. Our teenage children had a great time and especially loved the plasmas/dvd players in their bedrooms. It isn't too far to walk to attractions and there are plenty of cabs etc nearby if you prefer to use these instead. There are plenty of restaurants and pubs nearby, as well as take out stores. There is also a local Tesco's Express within 5 minutes walk nearby but this is pretty small and only stocks the essentials. Our family had such a wonderful stay there that we didn't want to leave and look forward to hopefully returning one day again.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• "Luxurious Penthouse"

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  "Luxurious Penthouse"

  • Guest Annette Palmer
  • Date of stay 09/12/10
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  We really enjoyed staying in the Penthouse and our first impression of a wonderful place stayed with us right until we left. The high quality of fixtures and fittings all helped to make our stay feel luxurious. Great location too for walking into Edinburgh town centre.

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• "Excellent place to call home away from home"

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  "Excellent place to call home away from home"

  • Guest LaDonna Scott, USA
  • Date of stay 08/15/10
  • Review Submitted 10/06/11
  Check in was easy. The rooms were clean and very comfortable for my family - grandparents, daughter, 3 teenagers and a 10 year old. Enjoyed being together in one accommodation and able to fix meals. Fairly close to the one mile walk and bus lines. The assistance from owner before arriving as to where to go and what to do was excellent. Great experience.

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• "Un excelente atico, comodo, totalmente equipado y

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  "Un excelente atico, comodo, totalmente equipado y

  • Guest J. Enrique Gonzalez
  • Date of stay 08/01/10
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  El ?tico esta localizado a 10 minutos andando del centro de Edimburgo, todo esta en perfecto estado, muebles modernos y muy confortables. Al apartamento esta super completo en menaje de cocina y ba?o, tiene de todo. Te dejan multitud de libros, guias de Edimburgo y Escocia, cientos de peliculas en DVD. La atenci?n por parte del due?o es excelente y posee parking. Es un apartamento ideal para dos familias o familia numerosa.

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• "A lovely week in a lovely apartment."

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  "A lovely week in a lovely apartment."

  • Guest EWA MATTI, SWEDEN
  • Date of stay 07/28/10
  • Review Submitted 10/06/11
  We tooked our whole family, two boys with teir girlfriends and our two grandchildren for a holiday in Scotland. We found the apartment on a website and tcontacted mr. Ewen. He was very helpfully and I can not think that yoy can get a better host. Everything was perfect and he gave very good information before gettin to The Penthouse. The apartment was perfect and very nice. We had a perfect week because everything was in the apartment. The apartment was not far from the city, it was perfect.

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• "A lovely week in a lovely apartment."

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  "A lovely week in a lovely apartment."

  • Guest Ewa Matti, Sweden
  • Date of stay 07/28/10
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  We tooked our whole family, two boys with teir girlfriends and our two grandchildren for a holiday in Scotland. We found the apartment on a website and tcontacted mr. Ewen. He was very helpfully and I can not think that yoy can get a better host. Everything was perfect and he gave very good information before gettin to The Penthouse. The apartment was perfect and very nice. We had a perfect week because everything was in the apartment. The apartment was not far from the city, it was perfect.

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• "Exceeding our Expectations"

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  "Exceeding our Expectations"

  • Guest Scott Hobbs, U.S.A.
  • Date of stay 07/24/10
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  Our American family of six enjoyed our time in Edinburgh in large part due to these excellent accomodations. The Penthouse is close to the city centre, well equipped, and professionaly administered. It is obvious the Ewen's take great pride in providing a top notch flat for travellers in need of a well-apointed place in the heart of the city. We will certainly stay there again as the future allows.

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• "Fantastic accommodations and simply could not be

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  "Fantastic accommodations and simply could not be

  • Guest Gerry Davis, Canada
  • Date of stay 06/19/10
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  First and foremost, starting with my initial inquiry, the owner (Eddie) was extremely responsive, professional and helpful in providing guidance on all elements of our trip. This included advice on tours, our itinerary, restaurants and the alternative means of transportation from Glasgow, which was our point of arrival in Scotland. We ultimately used the driver he recommended to take us to the Penthouse and he was definitely a gem. As a host and owner, I can not imagine how Eddie could have been more helpful and welcoming; he was simply amazing. We were welcomed to the Penthouse with a basket full of wonderful Scottish goodies and the refrigerator stocked with eggs, bacon, orange juice, milk, bread, jams and butter. A surprise we certainly enjoyed, particularly after a long journey. The accommodations were absolutely wonderful and suited our purpose perfectly, far better than a hotel. Everything was as promised with a high standard of furnishings, all of the necessary conveniences and exceptionally clean. Our group truly enjoyed the comforts of the Penthouse and everyone was extremely pleased with the accommodations. The location was great as it was a pleasant walk of approximately 10-15 minutes to the city center and attractions but also a suitable distance away from the noise of main streets. It was also a very short walk to a number of pubs, restaurants and a convenience store. While not an issue for our group of four aged 53 to 74, there are stairs up to the Penthouse which may prove strenuous for some. While the owner sincerely welcomes constructive feedback in looking for ways to improve, our group struggled to come up with any meaningful suggestions as our expectations were met or exceeded in every instance. We had a truly outstanding experience.

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• "Luxurious, spacious, central"

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  "Luxurious, spacious, central"

  • Guest Jane Crowther
  • Date of stay 05/27/10
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  Me and all my family really enjoyed our stay in Edinburgh and the accommodation made our stay perfect. It's in a great location and by having parking also you can choose wether to walk 10 min into town or drive further a field. The apartment is decorated and furnished tastefully. It has all the modcons you might need, big telly, DVD, dishwasher, washing machine. The personal service you recieve from Mr Ewen is excellent. He makes booking and organising your trip very simple and the welcome gift on arrival is lovely. The apartment is full of information on places to visit and Mr Ewen will also help and advise you on anything.

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• "Overwhelmingly fantastic attention to our needs a

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  "Overwhelmingly fantastic attention to our needs a

  • Guest Anne Adams, Australia
  • Date of stay 05/11/10
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  We travelled as a family of 5 adults and 2 small children so required a homely environment for our stay. Eddie and Doreen exceeded our expectations by providing a home away from home in an exquisite penthouse apartment complete with welcoming gifts and food. Their attention to detail was outstanding and the local advice they provided was most welcome and practical. We can't wait to go back there again. The Penthouse in Edinburgh is one of the most treasured memories from all our travels.

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• "I would love to live here!"

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  "I would love to live here!"

  • Guest Donna Jewell, Canada
  • Date of stay 05/03/10
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  My family traveled to Scotland for one week only and found the apartment a great location to be on the go and see everything Edinburgh offers. Edinburgh is a wonderful city, we were located within walking distance to everything. We even walked to the train station to see other cities, St. Andrews and a 1 night stay in Inverness. The apartment is fully equipped with everything you need, Cd's , Dvd's , boardgames. Also, it is outfitted with modern appliances. They even had a warm Scottish welcome basket!

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• "Excellent stay at the penthouse"

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  "Excellent stay at the penthouse"

  • Guest Gilbert Buze, FRANCE
  • Date of stay 04/22/10
  • Review Submitted 10/06/11
  We stayed 10 days in the penthouse from which we visited various places of Edinburgh and Scotland. The stay was wonderful. The penthouse is very well located in the heart of Edinburgh but in a very quiet neighborhood. The apartment is very well equipped, very bright and spacious. We were 4 adults and 2 children and has 3 very comfortable rooms. We had an excellent stay at the penthouse.

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• "Great holidays in the Penthouse!"

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  "Great holidays in the Penthouse!"

  • Guest Cecile Magdelon, France
  • Date of stay 04/01/10
  • Review Submitted 10/06/11
  The Penthouse is one of the greatest place i ve ever been to stay I used to have week ends in many europeans town, and the Penthouse is the best confortable & modern flat i ve made. The flat is large, well-equiped & in a good location The renter is very welcoming, before (notice, keys, etc.), during (local produces, maps, etc.), & after the location i recommend it to every body (friends or families)

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• "what a luxurious place"

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  "what a luxurious place"

  • Guest Muriel David. France
  • Date of stay 03/24/10
  • Review Submitted 10/06/11
  My friends (seven visitors) and I were used to stay in different places in Europe and were pleasantly surprised by the quality and the low price of the Penthouse when we stayed in the Penthouse last spring. If I'll go back to Edinburgh, I would choose to stay here again and I will recommend it to everybody i know. Just enjoy this wide and comfortable apartment. The extra was that the owner let us gorgeous scotishe's specialities in a cute basket when we arrived and we were glad of this lovely care.

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• "Extremely comfortable and enjoyable!"

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  "Extremely comfortable and enjoyable!"

  • Guest Gary Tallentire, Hong Kong
  • Date of stay 02/14/10
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  The Penthouse is a lovel venue for your stay in Edinburgh! It is ideally located, quiet and superbly equipped! It is clean, comfortable and very welcoming! It is a plce to stay with confidence in any season! It is spacious, tastefully furnished and comfortable in the extreme!

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• "A cosy winter experience"

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  "A cosy winter experience"

  • Guest Sabine Weiss, Germany
  • Date of stay 12/27/09
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  Me and my family had a wonderful time in the appartment. Everything was in excellent condition. The services Eddie provided were of tremendous help to us (recommended restaurants, shopping possibilities etc.). Especially lovely was the huge welcome basket with specialties from Scotland. We will certainly come back.

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• "Wonderful place to stay"

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  "Wonderful place to stay"

  • Guest Jenny Norton, U.S.A.
  • Date of stay 08/06/09
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  We stayed in The Penthouse for my nephew's wedding. The apartment is beautifully equipped and in an excellent location. Mr. Ewen goes out of his way to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible and provides information on everything you might want to know about Edinburgh. I highly recommend it.

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• "Fantastic apartment"

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  "Fantastic apartment"

  • Guest Angie Cuzon
  • Date of stay 07/27/09
  • Review Submitted 10/06/11
  The apartment was perfect. Spacious, comfortable and very well equipped. The location was excellent, in a quiet and safe area but only a short walk from the centre of Edinburgh. The welcome pack was the best I have ever had and Eddie (the owner) was so helpful it felt as if I was staying at the home of a good friend.

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• "Comfortable and luxurious"

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  "Comfortable and luxurious"

  • Guest Melissa and Brent Flynn, USA
  • Date of stay 07/19/09
  • Review Submitted 10/06/11
  My husband and I spent a week in The Penthouse with our 2 1/2 year old daughter. We had just spent 8 days in Paris prior to arriving in Edinburgh, and could not quit thinking about our comfortable sofa and bed waiting for us at home. However, The Penthouse was the most relaxing place we've ever stayed while traveling. Everything we could possibly need had been anticipated and provided. The sofa and beds even surpassed my husband's comfort test, which is no small feat, and our daughter enjoyed the full-size bathtub. I highly recommend The Penthouse for families or couples looking to relax in comfort and luxury. We will not hesitate to stay here again.

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• "Magnificent"

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  "Magnificent"

  • Guest Brett Lynton, Australia
  • Date of stay 06/10/09
  • Review Submitted 10/05/11
  We stayed in Eddies apartment for about a week on a 6 week tour of the UK and Ireland.This apartment was fantastic for our stay and highly recommend it.Very clean & central. If we were to go back to Scotland we would not look any where else to stay and just book The Panthouse again

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• Wonderful holiday-penthouse

  Wonderful holiday-penthouse

  • Guest Ronny-Munich
  • Date of stay 06/01/09
  • Review Submitted 06/14/09
  We spent 5 nights in The Penthouse in Edinburgh, and enjoyed the stay very much. The excellently located penthouse does not lack any convenience and is equipped with everything one could need for a stay in a foreign city. The Owners welcomed us with a nice basket full of Scottish specialities, and in the penthouse we found many helpful leaflets and travel books about Scotland and Edinburgh. As the penthouse is not only used as a holiday flat, it is equipped like a home, in the kitchen and in the living room. The communication with the owners is very easy thruogh emali - with quick and very polite answers. We recommend the penthouse to anyone who likes to visit Edinburgh.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car.

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