Excellent

Guest: Lesley M.
Date of Stay: 11/13/11 Review Submitted: 11/22/11

Top spec apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's New Town. It is well furnished, well equipped and is warm and comfortable. A real home from home. I can't think of anything that has been missed in terms of facilities/equipment. The owners are helpful and friendly and made the whole transaction seamless. We found Leo's Beanery, just around the corner in Howe Street excellent for breakfast. They open from 8am onwards. We had dinner at the Magnum in Albany Street which I can recommend and also ate at The Honours, Martin Wishart's Brasserie in North Castle Street which is super - as long as you are able to get a reservation. Many thanks!

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What can one say

Guest: Bill (Vancouver, BC Canada)
Date of Stay: 10/13/11 Review Submitted: 11/17/11

Just like all the other reviews... lived up to all expectations. But best is the location! Yes, we will return soon (and to this flat hopefully!). Bill - Canada

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.

Just perfect

Guest: nlpNancy V.
Date of Stay: 09/23/11 Review Submitted: 09/28/11

We've just returned from a visit in Di and Wattie's apartment in Edinburgh - our family of four including children ages five and seven. We have stayed in about 10 HomeAway properties in the past five years in the UK, France, Switzerland and the US and Di and Wattie's flat is by far the nicest we've ever encountered. Firstly, the apartment itself is beautiful and flows very nicely. Each room is large and has loads of sun. The rooms are connected via a large rectangular entryway so the overall feeling is very cozy and connected, yet all rooms have heavy high quality doors helping to manage sound and privacy - super handy when the children went to bed. The flat is the best equipped we've ever encountered. The dishware, flatware and cookware is at least as high a quality as we have at home, and all in perfect condition. There was not a single need that went unmet, from the top quality corkscrew to the egg cups to the big ironing board and two hair dryers. The appliances (toaster, dishwasher, gas hob, etc) are top quality. And it is CLEAN. Honestly, I returned home to do a good scrubbing of my own kitchen, this flat inspired me so! The flat is located a stone's flow from tons of pubs, restaurants and boutiques (and a Sunday market in Stockbridge) yet is blissfully quiet at night. We had such a fantastic long weekend in Edinburgh and squeezed so much into such a short stay. But the real highlight for all of us was returning each evening to our little home from home in New Town, Edinburgh. If HomeAway gave out awards to star properties Di and Wattie's flat would be sure to win top prize - a real example for how great the self-catering experience can be. On top of it all, the flat offers an extremely good value. We'll be back for sure!! Thanks Di!! The Van Bendeden family, Geneva, Switzerland

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

Couldn't Have Suited Us Better

Guest: Lilla W. (Virginia, USA)
Date of Stay: 07/02/11 Review Submitted: 07/18/11

We stayed here the first week in July and couldn't have been more pleased. The apartment was exactly as pictured, and it felt more like being a guest in someone's beautifully decorated home than staying in a rental apartment. Di made everything easy in terms of payment and keys, and there was a great notebook in the kitchen with all the helpful information one needed. The location was excellent, with shops, cafes, and restaurants within easy walking distance. The bus got you to the center of town in just a few minutes. We enjoyed walking down the street to the neighborhood pub for a pint and internet access. We would highly recommend this apartment!

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+.

Like coming home.

Guest: Lori (USA)
Date of Stay: 06/18/11 Review Submitted: 07/13/11

This Edinburgh apt. was exactly how it was described and more. The apt. was so clean, I thought I was home. The information book left in the apt. by Wattie & Di answered all our questions and gave us many suggestions for restaurants, sightseeing and even bus schedules. The rooms were spacious and bright. An added benefit was a private concert as I came home from the market by the neighbor across the hall. I recommend this property very highly. If you want to taste the real flavor of Edinburgh, come to Wattie & Di's apt. You won't regret your decision. Lori from USA

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.

Couldn't Have Asked For More

Guest: Beth (Annandale, Virginia USA)
Date of Stay: 04/28/11 Review Submitted: 05/10/11

We had the pleasure of staying at this wonderful apartment for 4 nights. It's spacious, very well appointed, and in a great location. An easy (albeit largely uphill) walk to all the sights, including the gorgeous Botanical Gardens and all the attractions of the Royal Mile. Di and Wattie could not have been nicer to deal with. Everything went so smoothly and I felt that I had made friends before even setting foot in beautiful Edinburgh. What appeals to me about staying in an apartment rather than a hotel (in addition to the fact that it's generally a much better value) is that you get to explore neighborhoods that you otherwise might not. Staying at 55 Cumberland Street felt like coming home each night and if my travels ever take me back to Edinburgh, I would definitely stay there again.

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

Guest: Terry and Shirley (-)
Date of Stay: 04/03/11 Review Submitted: 04/21/11

This note was left on the kitchen table for me:- This apartment has been a wonderful place to stay. It welcomed us as did Edinburgh - both welcoming and comfortable. You have a beautiful country - I hope to visit again. If or when I do, you will hear from me. I wish you well. Thank you. Terry I echo Terry's comments. Edinburgh was everything I hoped it would be - and having your apartment to call home made it just perfect (or should I say brilliant!) Thank you. Shirley

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Family Rugby Weekend from Dublin

Guest: Eve & Janine (Dublin)
Date of Stay: 02/24/11 Review Submitted: 03/08/11

We had a fantastic 5 night stay here, 2 adults and 2 'adult' children. Very clean, bright warm and spacious; less than 10 minutes walk from Princes St. What more can I say !

Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, families with teenagers.

Cozy Retreat

Guest: D.J. (North Carolina, USA)
Date of Stay: 02/16/11 Review Submitted: 03/06/11

My two sons and I stayed at six VRBO sites in as many weeks on a trip to Europe recently. This was our favorite. It was clean and comfortable with plenty of room. The decor was inviting, but not cluttered. The kitchen was large and well-equipped, and there was a full sized washer and dryer. The beds were comfortable, and I slept great! It is in a good location. Just down the street is a well-stocked market for groceries, and a bus stop, although the center of town is within walking distance. There are a few quirks about the flat, which are easily managed, and is part of its charm. Despite their bank losing my check after the owners had deposited it in Scotland, we were easily able to work out an agreeable alternative for payment. WIFI was not included, but there was a service online that we purchased for a reasonable rate since we were blogging daily. The owners have been very attentive, and have responded promptly to all of my emails. As much as we thoroughly enjoyed sightseeing in Edinburgh, we enjoyed coming home to this inviting apartment equally as much at the end of each day.

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

Fabulous!

Guest: Mireille (Ontario, Canada)
Date of Stay: 09/12/10 Review Submitted: 10/08/10

My husband and I, along with another couple, enjoyed this lovely flat in Edinburgh in September 2010. It offers a great value, a beautiful, quiet and safe location and it is spotless. Although we were four adults in the flat, we were extremely comfortable and not at all in each others way. Each couples had their own shower and bathroom. The kitchen is very well equipped and the flat's furnishings are lovely. Although the flat does not offer WiFi, there is a lovely pub at the end of the street, where one can enjoy a pint and touch base with home. We will not hesitate to recommend this flat to our friends. Wattie and Di were fabulous to deal with.

Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.