Bright and spacious south Edinburgh city flat with fabulous views

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

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Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

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Edinburgh, SCT

University of Edinburgh
‪11 min walk‬
Royal Mile
‪5 min drive‬
Edinburgh Castle
‪5 min drive‬
Edinburgh (EDI)
‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Light, bright and spacious top floor flat (third floor), quietly located in a converted printing works in the university area, 20 minutes' walk from the Royal Mile. Spacious double aspect living room with fabulous views to north and south. Wi-fi internet access, TV, DVD, CD player and radio. Wide selection of books, DVDs, CDs and games. Two comfortable double bedrooms, one of which can be converted to a twin. Well-equipped kitchen with gas hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge and freezer. Stylish modern bathroom with power shower. Washing machine and tumble drier. Private parking space in courtyard. The flat is warm and welcoming, with efficient central heating and double glazed windows. Excellent location within walking distance of the historic city centre while also providing a peaceful sanctuary for visitors.

Property manager

Sarah Thomson

Languages

English

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Parking available

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Pets not allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Non-smoking only

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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 fire extinguisher

Property Registration Number EH-69825-F

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A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh, this apartment is in the city centre. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Check out an event or a game at Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming and other activities like golfing.

Edinburgh, SCT

What's nearby

University of Edinburgh - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Grassmarket - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Royal Mile - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
Edinburgh Castle - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
Princes Street - 6 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min drive
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 7 min drive
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Abbey - ‬8 min walk
‪Southpour - ‬7 min walk
‪Pizza Hut - ‬6 min walk
‪Old Bell Inn - ‬1 min walk
‪The Salisbury Arms - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright and spacious south Edinburgh city flat with fabulous views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bright and spacious south Edinburgh city flat with fabulous views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright and spacious south Edinburgh city flat with fabulous views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bright and spacious south Edinburgh city flat with fabulous views located?

Located in Newington, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of National Library of Scotland and University of Edinburgh. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are also within 2 miles (3 km). Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is 26 minutes by foot and Edinburgh Waverley Station is 28 minutes.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Alda M.

27 Dec 2024

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

A wonderful stay

The time spent in Sarah's apartament was great.The area is very nice: ten, fifteen minutes max from the old town by bus.The flat is very bright, well furnished and really well equipped.Sarah was very kind and helpful.I hope to come back soon!

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

31 July 2024

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

Awesome location and flat with everything you need!

Stayed here for two months and couldn’t be happier. Sarah is an amazing communicator - helped us before and during our trip. Flat has literally all you need and the location can’t be beat. Highly recommend staying here! Thank you!!

Stayed 60 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

26 Aug 2024

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

Lovely, well located apartment

We spent two weeks in August for all the festivals. The apartment was comfortable, well-equipped and wel-located. It worked extremely well for us.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

19 Aug 2024

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

Perfect location

The flat’s location is really convenient especially for summer hall and the meadows, it’s very peaceful despite being so close to everything. The layout is ideal for two couples really nice communal space. Very easy clear instructions. Sarah is such a lovely host, Hopefully we will be back again!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

6 Nov 2023

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

Great stay in well appointed property

We stayed for a month and felt like it was a home away from home. There was everything we needed and more. The location was great, pub next door really friendly and it was super easy to get public transport at the end of the road, a few minutes walk away. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

23 Apr 2023

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

Wonderful!

This was a lovely stay. The beds were comfortable, the linens soft, and the kitchen was well stocked with essentials and cleaning supplies. The space is charming with beautiful views all around. Communication with Sarah was easy and pleasant. Our time staying felt like home away from home.

Stayed 67 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

16 May 2023

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

Home away from home!

This was my first trip abroad, as well as first trip by myself, and this flat could not have been more perfect for my time. I stayed a month and it became my home instantly! Sarah is incredible as host, quick to respond and make me feel comfortable immediately. The views are incredible, the amount of sunlight is heavenly and it’s so quiet all times of day. I can’t wait to come back!

Stayed 28 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate D.

20 June 2023

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Sweet, well-appointed apartment in a neat corner of Edinburgh

Spent five days with my husband and 8yo daughter at this lovely walk up flat. It has close proximity to Holyrood hiking and running trails, a great playground on the corner of the Meadows and convenient to bus connections to Old Town, Leith, New Town and beyond. Sarah and Roderick are thoughtful hosts and the apartment has everything you need for an easy stay and then some.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

19 Aug 2023

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

Peaceful, bright and great location!

Finding a well situated place to stay with parking is a rarity in Edinburgh and this flat did not disappoint. As a top floor flat, the light comes in from both front and back windows so you are immediately struck by the natural light and the stunning views - very much worth the steps up. The entrance is narrow but not an issue to get through, Cafe Amarelo, Sambuca Italian Restaurant and Kate’s cafe are all brilliant and within 5 mins walking. Summerhall is conveniently located down the road which is our favourite Fringe venue. Sarah was really helpful and the information available at the flat goes beyond expectations. Would love to stay here again!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Oliver H.

26 Apr 2024

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

Beautiful flat in an excellent location!

We had an absolutely wonderful stay here! The flat was beautifully decorated and well stocked. The view from the windows was breathtaking--we were here for a month and the view never got old. The kitchen had every pot and pan you could think of needing. There were clear instructions on how to use their appliances (which was very helpful for us as international travelers). The location was also perfect. There were many cafes, pubs, and restaurants just a few minutes walk from the flat. There was also a bus stop a 5 minute walk away that had buses to almost everywhere in the city so navigation was a breeze! The hosts did warn us that the entrance into the parking lot is narrow. We rented a mid sized SUV and it was pretty tight to navigate through the space, but still possible. A smaller car would have fit much easier so I would consider renting or bringing a smaller car if you need to drive while staying here. Overall an excellent experience and I would definitely recommend staying here while in Edinburgh!

Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred K., New Orleans

6 Aug 2023

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Comfortable flat - excellent location - exceptional hosts

Sarah and Roderick's handsome flat in the heart of the Newington neighborhood is as thoughtfully set up as any vrbo property we've had the pleasure of renting. It's smartly and comfortably appointed - everything done with an eye toward anticipating and meeting a wide range of guest wants and needs. Significant amenities include a superbly curated collection of DVDs, CDs and books; nicely packaged guides to neighborhood and beyond restaurants, shops and attractions; well equipped kitchen with a generous package of basic spices, coffee, tea, paper products, rubbish bags, recycle bins and cleaning supplies; splendid views of Arthur's Seat, the Salisbury Crags, the Pentland Hills, Newington and Old Town. It's an easy walk from the flat to a half dozen excellent restaurants we tried; good selection of artisanal bakeries and cafes; several well-sourced butchers and green grocers; well stocked wine and whisky shops; and friendly pubs, for example, the classic Leslie's -- and a 20-25 minute walk to many top Old Town attractions. Sarah and Roderick were a pleasure to deal with from booking to checkout. Highly recommended!

Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clare H.

10 June 2023

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Edinburgh Marathon

In 2022 I decided to enter Edinburgh marathon, we decided not only would I run the marathon but that we’d spend some time exploring Edinburgh after. We chose Sarah’s apartment based on location with it being only a 15min walk to the start line and 25mins to the Royal Mile. What can I say the apartment had everything we could ever need and more! Sarah was a great host and even remembered nearly a year on that we were arriving late evening and therefore arranged for us to have the keys in advance ready for our stay. We had a wonderful stay and the apartment was perfectly located for exploring Edinburgh by foot, we were able to walk to Arthur’s Seat & Salisbury Crags, Edinburgh Castle & the Royal Mile, along with all amenities you could need on the door step. The only time we used the car during our stay was to drive over to Portobello Beach, which I have to say is a must, it is a beautiful beach with some lovely cafes along the front. I’d certainly recommend Sarah’s apartment if you are looking for a base to explore but also like to be away from all the hustle and bustle after a busy day.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

31 May 2014

Cozy and Welcoming

Sarah is one of the most helpful landlords we've worked with in a rental property. She was keen to make our nearly 2 month stay as seamless as possible. Any issues or questions we had were immediately dealt with. The neighborhood surrounding the flat is fantastic - we were regulars at Earthy - the local coffee shop/organic grocery store and greatly enjoyed walking through The Meadows as we headed into town. We took advantage of nearby yoga studios, bus routes and antique shops. The twin beds in the guest room were very small and the apartment was in need of a thorough cleaning. The cabinets and cupboards were full of left over items that could easily be thrown out or tidied up and the vacuum cleaner was in poor form. The services (bookshelves, bedside tables, kitchen cabnets) hadn't been properly cleaned/wiped down in some time and there was a fair amount of hair left in the carpets. Despite this, we felt very at home in the flat and greatly enjoyed the many DVDs, CDs and Edinburgh fliers, advertisements and notices in the flat. Likewise it was wonderful to have a washer and a dryer. The sunsets from the windows were beautiful and it was a real treat to see the full moon through the windows at night.

8/10 Good

Jörn P.

12 Dec 2024

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Sehr schöne Wohnung nahe des Zentrums

Wir waren 4 Wochen in der Wohnung und haben uns schnell dort eingelebt. Alle Gebrauchsdinge waren vorhanden. Komplett eingerichtete Küche, Waschmaschine, Trockner bis hin zu Einkaufstüten und Regenschirm. Handtücher, Bettzeug alles in reichlicher Menge vorhanden. Einige Einrichtungsgegenstände sind in die Jahre gekommen und müssten mal ausgetauscht werden. Alles funktionstüchtig. 4. Stock und kein Fahrstuhl vorhanden - guten Konditionstraining! Wohnung ist auch sehr ruhig und man hört nicht viel von der Hauptstraße. Busse in die Stadt um die Ecke, sowie Lebensmittelläden, Tankstelle, Restaurants und Pubs. Wir können die Wohnung empfehlen.

Stayed 28 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steeven H.

23 May 2023

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

Opphold Edinburgh

Meget bra leilighet - 4 etg for oss som bor i Norge, bedre møblert enn vanlig i UK , 25 min å gå til sentrum(Royal Mile). Adresse beskr bør gjøres noe med pga at det står gatenavn Duncan Street 15/16 og det kan oppfattes som at det er to leilighets bygg ved siden av hverandre. Duncan Street 15 - leilighet 16 i 4 etg er det korrekte.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia K.

25 Sept 2022

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einfach perfekt

Helle ruhige und sehr saubere Wohnung, sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet, man fühlt sich sofort zuhause. Die Lage ist praktisch, nicht direkt im Zentrum aber optimal gelegen an mehreren Buslinien , die ins Zentrum führen. Die Kommunikation mit den Besitzern unkompliziert und wohlwollend. Alles hat geklappt.

Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Molly P.

27 Aug 2022

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

Perfect first visit to Edinburgh

This was our first time visiting the city, and we really enjoyed our week there. The check-in process was smooth, all information about the flat and the neighborhood was very clear, great communication overall. It was a nice quiet neighborhood a short walk from groceries, pubs, and other restaurants. It's an easy walk into the city center too. The flat itself was clean, bright, and spacious, and you can't beat the view. I definitely recommend it if you're traveling to Edinburgh!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally M., Spokane, WA, USA

8 Aug 2022

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

Just like home

A perfect location. Lovely views. This flat had everything my family needed to feel comfortable and at home. Plus the owner is so amiable and helpful.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

17 June 2022

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

Amazing!

Clean, bright, spacious, and well-appointed with everything you need (from great cookware to an excellent collection of books, CDs, and DVDs)! We recommend this rental heartily and without any hesitation! We can't wait to return!

Stayed 61 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Milica J.

7 Aug 2021

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

Great flat

Great location, kitchen well stocked, comfy bed. Only slight downside is narrowness of the entrance to the parking spot. Excellent all round

10/10 Excellent

Saille N., France

10 Oct 2020

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

Perfect place

If you are looking for a comfortable and cozy place: you have found the perfect flat. Very well placed, transport is two minutes walk, as is the grocery store. The apartment is fully equipped, perfect. I highly recommend it. Thanks again, it was lovely!

Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

22 July 2019

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

Love this place

This was our second stay, and it was just as fantastic as the first. Clean, light, and cozy, this flat was perfect for our family of four and a 2-week stay. So grateful to Sarah!

Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

27 Aug 2018

A home from home with fabulous views

Fabulous attention to detail from the owners. Highly recommended.

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Glenys Strickland

15 Aug 2017

A smart and accessible apartment

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Duncan Street. It provided ideal access to The Festival and would be a wonderful location throughout the year. Sarah kindly greeted us with provisions for our stay - staples like milk, butter, a range of condiments etc. The flat is bright, spacious and very clean. We found it so comfortable and welcoming, and highly recommend it. One slight drawback could be the stairs, but we didn't mind at all and loved the views if gave us. Thank you very much Sarah

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

30 July 2017

Fabulous!

A family of four (kids ages 4 and 8), this flat was absolutely perfect for our one-month stay. Likely to go back to Edinburgh (what a beautiful, friendly, and fun city), we would stay here in a heartbeat. Sarah had everything perfectly clean and organized, and it was absolutely seamless to make this bright flat with great views a home away from home.

Stayed 27 nights in Jul 2017

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