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A charming one-bed apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Sleeps 4.

A charming one-bed apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Sleeps 4.

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Overview of A charming one-bed apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Sleeps 4.

Reviews
9.2 out of 10 Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2420 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, Lothian
  • Popular LocationGrassmarket1 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle8 min walk
  • Popular LocationPrinces Street12 min walk
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)27 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Outdoor play area

About this property

A charming one-bed apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Sleeps 4.

Sit back and relax in The Portsburgh Square Residence. Tucked just behind the Grassmarket in the Old Town, this one-bedroom apartment enjoys an enviable location, but with all of the peace and quiet of an off-street setting.

The lovely and light living/kitchen area features a flatscreen TV and unlimited Wi-Fi. The kitchenette comes fully equipped with everything you need for a few days in Edinburgh, including a microwave and fridge. The cosy master bedroom offers a double bed and guest storage. A family bathroom with shower over bath completes this delightful home from home.

Please note we do not provide hypoallergenic bedding at our properties.

The Portsburgh Square Residence’s location is simply the best! Sitting on the edge of the Grassmarket and just a few minutes’ stroll from the Royal Mile, the local area is brimming with history and things to do. Whether you’d like to browse the varied boutiques on Cockburn Street or have a good old fashioned pub lunch while you gaze up at the Castle, this property has it all. The apartment itself is a grade C listed building, which occupies an ancient site within the World Heritage Trust area of Edinburgh's Old Town.

Princes Street is a mere 10 minute stroll away, and the Royal Mile is even closer. We guarantee that you’ll find intrigue galore on your doorstep - but if you’d like to venture further afield, Waverley train station is within easy walking distance and the area is well serviced by the extremely efficient Lothian Buses. 

This property doesn't come with free parking but there is limited paid street parking in local area for an additional fee.

This property operates a key safe, so you can let yourself in to the property any time after 4pm. The key safe code will be issued before your arrival.

If you are arriving earlier than 16:00 on your day of arrival, it is always worth contacting the property manager as they will always endeavour to give you access as soon as possible. You may be able to arrive early and leave luggage and come back however this is not guaranteed.

The latest departure time is 11:00, however, a guaranteed later departure (up to 20:00) can be arranged for a fee of 50% of the daily rate for that day but please note this is subject to no existing booking arriving that day already. 

A £200 refundable damage/security deposit is due 7 days before arrival, and refunded after departure.

All properties are strictly non-smoking, and do not accept hen/stag/party groups. At least one guest must be over 25 years old.

Please arrange your arrival with the property manager at least 24 hours before arrival.

Check in is from 4pm, and check out is before 11am.


Layout

A central hallway leads to an open plan living area and kitchen, double bedroom, and family bathroom.


Sleeping Arrangements

1 double bed. 1 double sofa bed.

*Please note that the sofa bed is intended to provide flexibility for sleeping arrangements, however, the maximum occupancy must not exceed 2. There is an additional fee for the provision of the sofa bed.


Getting there

Waverley train station: 1 mile
Haymarket train station: 1 mile
Edinburgh airport: 8 miles
Edinburgh bus station: 1.5 mile


Accessibility

This property is situated on the ground floor.

Property manager

Reserve Apartments

Languages

English

Amenities

Washer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

This apartment is located in Old Town Edinburgh, a neighborhood in Edinburgh. National Museum of Scotland and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Royal Mile. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Murrayfield Stadium. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Edinburgh, Lothian

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 8 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 8 min walk
  • Princes Street - 12 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 13 min walk

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 14 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cold Town House - 2 min walk
  • The Last Drop - 4 min walk
  • Black Bull - 2 min walk
  • The Fiddler's Arms - 1 min walk
  • The White Hart Inn - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A charming one-bed apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Sleeps 4. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A charming one-bed apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Sleeps 4.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A charming one-bed apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Sleeps 4.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A charming one-bed apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Sleeps 4. located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket, Edinburgh Castle, and University of Edinburgh. National Museum of Scotland and St. Giles' Cathedral are also within 10 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 12 minutes by foot and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is 14 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

patricia h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and clean
The flat was adorable. However I wouldn’t book it again for more than 2 people. Cozy, but small.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maxie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is a gem! You are actually right below the Castle. It is on a busy street but you would really not know because the apartment is tucked inside a square with plants and flowers everywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Great little place in the heart of the old town part of the city!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grassmarket stay
The flat was as pictured and was in a great location. Close to Grassmarket with pubs and restaurants nearby. Walking distance to most sights including The Edinburgh Castle, High Street, Holyrood and Princes Street. Nice layout and well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly M A.

Quaint, cozy, perfect for just one person
The property was in a beautiful (but hidden 😂) location. Convenient to ALL the local attractions. I got my money's worth in wonderful walks. I had a fabulous time exploring the area and looked forward to "coming home" at the end of my day. Grocery, movie theater, and hair salons all simply around the corner. (I work in a remote location; so these amenities were fabulous). The flat was very clean with sufficient linens and kitchenware to sustain my stay. The neighborhood was surprisingly quiet considering its location "in the middle" of the historic district. Pleasant surprise! The satellite TV was constantly "going out" so my relaxing evenings at home were slightly frustrating when I attempted to watch anything. More instructions on how to use the shower would have been helpful. (I've never encountered that type of heating system-literally took me a few tries to figure it out. Had a few scalding showers in the process😳) All in all it was a marvelous stay and enhanced my vacation to Edinburgh and Scotland.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2018

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