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1 bedroom + sofabed property with a fantastic view of Edinburgh Castle

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Point of interest
Living area
Room
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, SCT
  • Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Princes Street
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property

1 bedroom + sofabed property with a fantastic view of Edinburgh Castle

Castle View Suite 1 is a superbly located property in The Grassmarket which lies within the UNESCO World Heritage Old Town of Edinburgh with breathtaking views of Edinburgh Castle only a few hundred metres away.

The Grassmarket is a highly desirable central location for anyone wanting to make the most of their stay in the City. The majority of historic sights are within a short walk and the area abounds with Restaurants, Bars and Cafes. A five minute walk down the sweeping Mound or through Princes Street gardens will take you to shoppers heaven in George Street or Princes Street.

This property has just been newly refurbished and fitted to a high standard. It comprises comprises of a spacious living room with double windows overlooking the historic Grassmarket and with spectacular views of the Castle. Freeview TV, and Wifi included. Kitchen includes electric hob &, oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasger, washing machine, toaster and kettle. The lounge contains a sofabed suitable for two people. Hall cupboard contains a washing machine.

The Bedroom has 1 kingsize bed and ample wardrobe and storage. The bedroom is at the quiet rear of the building to assist with a good nights sleep.

A Shower room is in the property with electric shower, please note there is no bath.


Additional information

* First floor apt accessed by stairs, there is no lift
* * Electric heating throughout, included
* Linen and towels are provided.
* A modest amount of complimentary tea and coffee for arrival.
* Ironing facilities and a hair dryer are provided.
* Street parking is available but is expensive.
* The airport drop off point and main railway ( Waverley station ) are 15-20 minutes walk.

Please note that prior to arrival a refundable 200 pounds key/security deposit must be provided.

Restrictions

* No smoking is allowed within the apartment.
* No pets
* We regret that this first floor flat will be unsuitable for some people with disabilities as there are only stairs.
* No lift is available.
* Strictly no parties - Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00 to respect neighbouring properties.

Access Arrangements

A "meet and greet" service is operated , whereby you will be met at a property at a pre-arranged time to give access. Full instructions of this procedure can be found in the secure guest area after a booking has been completed. It is very important that an approximate arrival time is provided before arrival for this process. Entry is from 14:00 onwards but if nobody has booked to depart on your day of arrival it will probably be very suitable for us to give you entry as early as possible. Departure is by 10am (a guaranteed late departure up to 20:00 can be obtained for 50% of that daily rate. Please contact us if you want to utilise this facility and a price will be calculated).

Please note that arrivals after 19:00 will incur a range of late arrival fee.

**LATE ARRIVAL: fees, 19:00 - 22:30 - 15 pounds, 22:31 - 00:00 - 30 pounds and 00:01 - 02:00 - 50 pounds. The latest access can be given is 02:00, otherwise it is given at 08:00 the next day. ESC accept no liability for any costs involved in alternative accommodation for this 6 hour period.


A deposit of 25% is payable on booking and the outstanding balance of the rental price must be received 2 months prior to your arrival date. For bookings made less than eight weeks before your arrival date the whole rental price falls payable at the time of booking. Please note that a separate 200 pounds refundable key/security deposit must be provided prior to arrival. This is rescinded 5 days after departure.

If you have any queries or require further information regarding this property please do not hesitate to contact us.


Sleeping Arrangements

1 x Kingsize double bed (5ft o r 1.52m wide) and sofabed in the lounge


Getting there

Enter these digital latitude & longitude into any mapping app to be taken to the door of the building the apt is in :- 55.946876 -3.197471

There are three options to get from Edinburgh airport to the city centre, all take approx 30-35 minutes. The main rail station Waverley is approx 1km from the apt.

1. Edinburgh trams, approx every 8-10 mins (Sunday 12-15 mins), right outside terminal, the nearest drop off point for the apt is the Shandwick Place stop which is approx 1 km away. Cost 8.50 pounds for adults and 4.50 pounds for children for a RETURN journey.

2. Airport express bus, every 15 minutes right outside terminal building, drop off point on Waverley Bridge approx 1 km from the apt Costs 7.50 pounds per person for a RETURN journey.

3. Taxi, many can be found right outside the terminal building and will cost 15 - 20 pounds for a one way journey. However a taxi will drop you off right outside the property you have booked.


Registration and Compliance

Registration or Licence Ref: EH-70725-F
EPC: E

Property manager

Glenn Ford
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The property NO SMOKING throughout

Important information

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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, is home to this apartment. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile 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.
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Edinburgh, Lothian

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Princes Street - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Royal Mile - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Biddy Mulligans - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 1 bedroom + sofabed property with a fantastic view of Edinburgh Castle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1 bedroom + sofabed property with a fantastic view of Edinburgh Castle?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1 bedroom + sofabed property with a fantastic view of Edinburgh Castle?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1 bedroom + sofabed property with a fantastic view of Edinburgh Castle located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket, Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh. Royal Mile and Edinburgh International Conference Centre are also within 15 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 11 minutes by foot and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is 13 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven M. P.

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

Beyond words

I absolutely loved the location, the bustling night life and great dining. Thats not even to mention the wonderful castle view and quick access to attractions. Be ready to climb lots of stairs and steep winding roads as you walk around the city. Bus and train is a decent hike away but its certainly walkable because we did nearly every day. Overall I loved it. The flat is nice and spacious for two and can fit a couple more really. Plenty of room to stay in and cook if you please but we found little time for that! The clothes washer worked fine but drying took some time to hang dry. Also we ended up having to buy washer soap. I'd buy the place and live there if I could.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

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

Fun First Visit in Grassmarket

This was our first trip to Edinburgh. The flat was in a perfect location for walking around to explore the tourist sites and had an amazing view of the castle. The bed was comfortable, and over all the flat was a perfect size for us. This is a very busy, noisy, party area but was safe with lots of restaurants to chose from. With the bedroom door closed our sleep was not much disturbed. We would chose to stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

Perfect location in Old Town

What a great experience we had here. Property manager Sacha was a gem to work with. Grass market area is vibrant and welcoming. So much fun to just walk around, and very safe. The best part about it was being able to sit by the window and just people watch with an amazing view of Edinburgh Castle in the background.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Scott A.

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

Great for two!

Would have given this apartment a 5 if there were only two of us staying. With 4 people we needed to use the pullout sofa in the living room. The living room located at the front of the apartment and being right on Grassmarket was noisy all night long with folks heading home from pubs and car and truck traffic. Also, there were no blackout window coverings. Otherwise, the location and accommodations were very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip W.

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

Edinburgh 2023

Absolutely fantastic. Great location. Very nice interior. Helpful hosts. Would stay here again in a heartbeat. Directly above Mary’s Milk Bar- what a plus!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James P., Little Falls, New Jersey

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

Exceptional Edinburgh

Property was exceptional - location was outstanding for taking in the sights of Edinburgh. Property manager very attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

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

Excellent accommodations!

Best choice for our Holiday! Convenience, responsiveness, friendly, professional!. Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean L., CA

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

sunshine in Edinburgh

great location for walking and exploring the city plus ever changing views!!! we enjoyed returning to the warm comfortable flat between our Edinburgh adventures.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Cindi M.

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

Great Location!

Modern inside. Just as you see. Bedroom is quiet and serene. Grass market area a busy place at night so if you have a guest sleeping on sofa sleeper be aware you may need earplugs. Wonderful coffee shop just below. Overall a great experience. My only gripe was we only had 2 rolls of TP Provided for 2 women for 1week. We both own VRBO properties in Hi and provide our guests with ample We siuggestef This to the host. We don’t want to be saving napkins and searching for TP on our vacation! A second set of towels would have been nice too! The host was responsive and met us at the door which was nice. All In all, a lovely place and location
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

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

Wonderful place to stay.

The location was perfect. We were able to walk everywhere with ease. The place is exactly as it is pictured in the listing. Very clean. Would highly recommend to anyone wishing to stay in Edinburgh.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janis C.

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

Amazing location and suite

I had a wonderful stay at this lovely suite at a location walkable to everything. The management company was helpful and professional.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Oleg D., Seattle

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

Perfect location

This is a cozy and charming one bedroom apartment in the heart of Edinburgh. View from leaving room just amazing - right to the castle. Hop off hop on bus has a stop right there which is convenient if you want to discover the city this way. Also, there is an Italian cafe “Piccolo” right next door from the apartment. Friendly staff and the best hot chocolate in the world made our stay even more enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Glenn Ford

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