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Lovely central Edinburgh apartment, sleeps 4

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Enjoy a great nights sleep in the fabulous Hypnos bed.
An oasis of calm after a busy day of sightseeing.
Large comfortable bed settee
Cosy blankets
High Victorian ceilings make the rooms feel spacious and airy.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Internet access
  • Living area

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, SCT
  • Place, Edinburgh International Conference Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lovely central Edinburgh apartment, sleeps 4

Newly refurbished, traditional Edinburgh flat (125 years old). Very bright & sunny in a quiet but central location in bustling Tollcross, 10 minutes walk to Princes Street & the delights of the old town. Great cafes, restaurants & bars on the doorstep. Lovely shared garden which is perfect to relax in on a nice summer afternoon, there are deck chairs and a picnic blanket. We aim to provide everything you might need for a short city break - shower wash, shampoo, toothpaste, tea, coffee, milk, etc.
There is one double bedroom with a new 'Premier Inn' queen (5ft) Hypnos bed, and a spacious sitting room with a full size double bed settee, kitchen, shower room and large boxroom/utility. There is room to eat in the sitting room and free wifi is provided. We can be flexible with check-in/out times providing no one is staying before or after guests. If you are travelling by car you are welcome to park your car at our house and we will drive you over to the flat.
Business travellers are also catered for. The Edinburgh International Conference Centre is 5 minutes walk away, as it the main financial services district. Both Edinburgh and Napier Universities are close by, as are some of their halls of residence - ideal for visiting parents or prospective students.
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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Minimum age to rent: 14

Check out before 11:30 AM

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Children

Adults only

Suitable for babies and cot provided on request.

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

Except guide dogs, who will be made very welcome.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 6774069
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh, this apartment is in the city centre. Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and Royal Mile. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Edinburgh, SCT

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Grassmarket - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Princes Street - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 16 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 17 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cameo Picturehouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cloisters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Books N’ Cup - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Don't Tell Mama - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Wildcat Bar - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely central Edinburgh apartment, sleeps 4 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lovely central Edinburgh apartment, sleeps 4?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Lovely central Edinburgh apartment, sleeps 4?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Lovely central Edinburgh apartment, sleeps 4 located?

Located in Tollcross, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of The Meadows and Usher Hall. Grassmarket and University of Edinburgh are also within 15 minutes. Haymarket Tram Station is 17 minutes by foot and Princes Street Tram Stop is 19 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Patrice M.

Beautiful place, great location!

Beautiful apartment, location was walking distance to castle, the old town, shops. Clare was very helpful and responded very quickly to messages/questions when I was booking. Highly recommend. Would stay here again. Thank you- we loved Edinburgh!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Hi Patrice, Thank you for your lovely review, we're delighted you loved Edinburgh and found our flat a great place to stay. You left everything so neat and tidy we would recommend you as guests any day. We hope to welcome you back to Scotland again. Clare x
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10/10 Excellent

Andy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great place to stay wirh wonderful owners

Everything about both the property and the owners was fantastic. Clare and Mike's apartment was very cosy and situated perfectly for exploring Edinburgh. Communication from booking to checkout was excellent. The apartment was spotless, very nicely decorated and very comfortable - we felt at home immediately. If you want a cosy home while you're in Edinburgh, stop looking - this is the place! Next time we visit, finding accommodation will be a no-brainer (as long as you haven't booked it first!). Thanks Clare and Mike!
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10/10 Excellent

Connie K.

Comfortable, pretty flat in a convenient neighborhood

This is a great choice for guests who want to explore Edinburgh, as it's within easy walking distance of Princes Street, the Royal Mile, the University, and the beautiful park known as the Meadows. The neighborhood, Tollcross, seems to be popular with students and is nothing posh, but we always felt safe. As the flat is on the ground floor at the front of the building, we did have some street noise but found it did not affect our sleep in the very comfortable bed. There is a small kitchen that we made use of for tea and simple breakfasts. The flat's decor is pleasing, and we found everything very clean. Clare, the owner, is most welcoming and provides a number of suggestions for places to eat nearby, many of which we tried and loved during our four-day stay. Indabas, a tapas restaurant just a block away, was one we especially enjoyed, and we also recommend a leisurely breakfast across the street at Cafe Class. Bennet's is a lovely old-fashioned pub just a block away. All in all, this was one of the best decisions we made on accommodations during more than two weeks of travel in the U.K. Many thanks, Clare!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Dear Connie, Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted you had an enjoyable stay and found our recommendations reliable! We are always keen to support the local shops, bars and restaurants that give Edinburgh it's character and provide a great service to visitors and locals alike. It was a pleasure to host you and your husband and we hope to welcome you back some day. Clare and Mike
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10/10 Excellent

Connie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We'll be back!

Our second stay at Clare and Mike's flat felt like coming home. My husband and I loved our experience here last year and were happy to have an opportunity to stay again. This time we brought our 27-year-old daughter on the trip; she slept on the cleverly designed fold-out couch and said it was quite comfy. The place has everything you'd need or want, including some special touches (tiny, candle-shaped bedside lamps that provide great reading light; a decanter of whisky; jam and butter in the fridge). This neighborhood is so convenient to everything that you might not ever need to take a bus, but if you do you'll find them readily available and quick. Dealing with the owners is a breeze, and they seem genuinely interested in the welfare and comfort of their guests. We'd love to make a regular occurrence of our stays here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was awesome! Every part. Loved it.

Would definitely be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

vICKI F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Clare was very helpful and friendly. Showed us how to work things besides giving us written instructions. Used a map to explain how to get places. She made a call for us when we didnt know how to contact this particular agency. Love Clare!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

Great location. Very clean, comfy and cosy.

With in walking distance to all the main attractions. Restaurants, grocery stores, theatres and a great bar called Bennets in a few minutes walk. The apt is clean and tastefully decorated. The bed is very comfortable with quality linens. The best we had on our 4 week stay in the UK. Clare responded quickly and was helpful with information. She provided extra touches and cares about her place. There is some street noise but it didn’t bother us. Nice to have a separate laundry room. We liked the high ceilings and attractive light fixtures. Highly recommend staying here. Thanks Clare.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Mae H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Lovely host. Very pleasant property.

This flat is in an older building. Claire has put a lot of thought and effort into its functionality and decor. We were very comfortable there. Claire is very accommodating and communicates well. She rescued us from a mishap of our own making. We walked everywhere we wanted to go but buses seemed to be readily available. We took a taxi from Waverly station on arrival and walked back on departure. Walking was doable if reasonably fit. Overall loved Edinburgh, Claire was extraordinary and the flat was comfortable and well appointed. Laurie and Mae
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
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10/10 Excellent

elaine i.

Lovely flat, everything we needed. Weather better than expected. Visited my son, very happy

Property was comfortable, stylish .. spotlessly clean. We were left all the basics .. milk, tea, sugar. salt and pepper, oil .. even some whisky and gin to try. Couldn't ask for more .. Clare was kind and very friendly. Definitely recommend 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Great location in Edinburgh.

Warm welcome on arrival. Great having a washing machine to catch up on washing after a couple of weeks of travelling. Beautiful courtyard out the back. Lovely place close to everything in the downtown area. Perfect for walking to the Castle and seeing the Tattoo. Lots of restaurants close by. Great place all round. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
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8/10 Good

Stella L.

Comfortable stay

Easy bus ride to the historic district. Old building, but comfortable bed and all necessities provided. Clare very thoughtfully made sure that little extras were in the kitchen, so we didn’t have to run out and buy staple items. Would recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Great location!!!!!!!!!!

We loved the location right off one of the main streets to city central. Quiet at night, felt safe. Property was super clean and we had everything we needed in the kitchen. Clare was wonderful. She left us tea, coffee, cookies and milk to start our trip. We had one light go out in the bathroom and she was immediately there to fix it. Loved our stay in Edinburgh.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Hi Carol, I'm delighted to hear you had a great time in Edinburgh and enjoyed staying at our property. Best wishes Clare
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10/10 Excellent

Barry S.

Great place to stay in Edinburgh

This is a wonderful place to stay in Edinburgh. The apartment is large, comfortable, and well-equipped, and conveniently located to central Edinburgh attractions and train stations. Clare was a congenial and informative host. Don’t hesitate to book this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Dear Barry and Suzanne, Thank you for your great review, it's so nice to have feedback and makes us realise we are doing something right. Hope you had a good journey back home. Best wishes Clare
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anja P.

Komfort in zentraler Lage

Wir hatten wundervolle Tage im sonnigen Edinburgh. Die Wohnung war gut ausgestattet, das Bett sehr bequem. Das Stadtzentrum lässt sich gut zu Fuß erreichen, aber etliche Busslinien halten gleich um die Ecke. Wir würden jedezeit wieder dort buchen. Die Wohnung liegt in einer ruhigen Seitenstraße, was die dem Alter des Hauses entsprechende geringe Schalldämmung der Fenster unerheblich werden läßt.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Dear Anja, Thank you for your lovely review and for the candle you left - ours guests are so nice! Best wishes Clare
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

Absolutely lovely property and great location!

My mum and I stayed at Clare's apartment over Easter weekend. We were extremely happy with the standard and cleanliness of the property, as well as the little touches - essentials like milk, butter, jam, tea, coffee, shower gel, shampoo and condition left for us to use, as well as liquor and whiskey to try. The kitchen is very well stocked, it had everything and more we needed to cook an evening meal. The property was quite with no noise from the neighbours and little road noise. There are various local supermarkets within a short walking distance and a bus route just at the end of the road, making travelling around the city a doddle. There a restaurants, cafes and bars within walking distance too. We loved staying here and would thoroughly recommend to everyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
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8/10 Good

Daniel S.

Clean and pleasant

The flat was well appointed and comfortable and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Julio A.

Edinbrugh so beatifull as always. Although have been many changes the esential Edinburgh is unchange

The peoperty is wanderfull. Very well decorated an have all things necesary and more. There is in the flat some details that make it very cosy. The flat Is well located, 10 minutes walking Princess Stréet. Edinburgh is a city to visit walking. Clare is a nice person very helpful and kind. It is a place to stay. We will be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Dear Julio, Thank you very much for your kind review. We're delighted you enjoyed being back in Edinburgh after so many years. You are very welcome to come back and stay any time. Best wishes Clare and Mike
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10/10 Excellent

Chris N.

Fantastic city and accommodations. Enjoyed our stay.

A charming, clean and cozy flat. With all you would need to make meals and snacks. Clare was lovely to have milk and cookies at our arrival after a long day of travel, along with lovely liquors to sample. Location was great with wonderful access to bus lines and good restuarants. We loved this place called Indabas, serving spaniah and south african tappas. A wonderful menue and delicious desserts. Clare and Valerie were both helpful with travel details during our stay. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Toby H.

Lovely indeed.

Very pleasant flat, spacious, carefully decorated, close to the center of town. Clare is a very attentive host and is clearly attentive to the details and niceties which will make one's stay very pleasant. We were three -- my wife, my 14-year-old son and I -- and we stayed two nights, but would have loved to have stayed many more.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
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10/10 Excellent

P W.

Great Location

The property was beautifully furnished and decorated. The kitchen was compact but had all the necessary equipment required. We were very comfortable. We had a relaxing stay. Restaurants close by, plenty of buses to get you into the centre or just locally for the pubs and restaurants. The owner was great, friendly and extremely helpful. Thoroughly recommend a stay in this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016
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10/10 Excellent

Rose H.

Our favorite place in Edinburgh

Great place with many-thoughtful extras.that really made it special. I would absolutely stay here again. It was the mist comfortable bed we slept in during two weeks in Scotland including much more expensive b&bs. Loved it!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thanks for the lovely review and we're delighted you enjoyed your stay in our apartment and especially our fabulous Hypnos bed! This is our first season as a host and it's been great to welcome people from all over the world to our beautiful city.

About the host

Hosted by Clare

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I live in the beautiful city of Edinburgh with my husband Mike and 2 daughters, plus 2 step-children, mad Jack Russell terrier and 'lucky to still be alive' hamster.
Love New Zealand, Spain, Italy, New York and the Western Highlands of Scotland. We've been renting our apartment since June 2016 and so far guests seem to love our flat.

Why they chose this property

In a fabulous, central location, close to all the sights of Edinburgh. I grew up half a mile away so know the area very well.

What makes this property unique

Sunny, cosy and very comfortable. An opportunity to experience tenement living in a traditional old Edinburgh property. Lots to do, close to the city centre but 2 minutes walk to the peaceful green expanse of the Meadows and Bruntsfield Links. Our neighbours have been very welcoming and helpful to our guests - not always the case in busy cities!

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