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Stay in this tranquil and gorgeous City Centre home, for a unique Edinburgh experience

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6212 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Royal Mile
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Dining Area

About this property

Stay in this tranquil and gorgeous City Centre home, for a unique Edinburgh experience

Tranquility in the heart of the city, The New Town Idyll sublimely combines the essential elements of central location with carefully picked pieces of furniture and global art. These elements add to the interior themes of travel and a love of Scotland.

-Booking Requirements-
One member of the booking party must be over 30 years. We require names and ages of all guests, as well as proof of address and ID of the lead guest. This is required within 2 days of booking.
We will require the lead guest to sign a copy of our terms and conditions. We reserve the right to vet any booking.

Our properties are protected by Truvi (previously known as SuperHog), the digital trust platform that enables Hosts, Operators and Guests to confidently transact in the short-term rentals space.
Please note that once you have booked, you will be contacted by Truvi directly to verify yourself and process a £650 deposit. The damage deposit payment will incur a £10 fee. This Truvi verification must be completed two weeks prior to check-in.

- Important -
This apartment is not suitable for stag parties, hen parties or young single sex groups or parties.


Layout

There is a magical quality to the light in this apartment that imbues a sense of calm and the elegant and hugely spacious interior complements the ambiance wonderfully. The interior has warm neutral furnishings, complementing the sunny tones of the wooden floors. There are touches of African, Global and Scottish art which give the apartment a delightfully exotic yet homely feel.


Sleeping Arrangements

1 King size bedroom with en suite
1 Queen size bedroom
1 Twin bedroom


Exterior

Classic Georgian Townhouse style building set in New Town close to the Scottish Gallery and Omni Vue multiplex cinema. Walking distance from the city centre and the Castle.


Local Area

This area is part of the original plans for the New Town designed by James Craig. He implemented a grid-style pattern to make travel around the area as simple as possible. His portrait is hanging in the near by National Portrait Gallery. With plenty of lovely little lanes and mews houses you can spend an afternoon looking around, and local grassy areas you will never be short of things to do. There are lovely local restaurants like Stac Polly which offer Modern Scottish Cuisine and bars such as The Stand Comedy Club which offers live comedy shows.


Getting there

Please contact the property manager to arrange a time to meet you at the property on arrival as there is no reception area or onsite staff to assist you if you arrive without notice.

- Executive Car transfer
Arrive in style and relax after your journey. The Edinburgh Address can organise a transfer straight to your apartment.

- Airport Black Taxi
You can also get a taxi from the airport to your accommodation too. This can be pre booked by yourself or you can get one once you have arrived.


Accessibility

This property is not suitable for those with mobility issues due to the number of stairs up to the property. There are 72 steps up to the property


Registration and Compliance

Registration or Licence Ref: EH-70104-F (expiry: 15th Sep 2025)
EPC: D

Property manager

The Edinburgh Address - Siobhan
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strict non-smoking policy
Fireplaces are decorative only
Stairwell: To ensure the safety and preservation of our stairwell, we ask that you be cautious and avoid any potential damage to the decor caused by s

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
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
Property Registration Number EH-70104-F

About the area

Edinburgh

Edinburgh City Centre, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, is home to this apartment. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit George Street 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. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Edinburgh, Scotland

What's nearby

  • George Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Princes Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Royal Mile - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 10 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Archipelago Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Barony Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cumberland Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Holy Cow - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Broughton - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay in this tranquil and gorgeous City Centre home, for a unique Edinburgh experience pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stay in this tranquil and gorgeous City Centre home, for a unique Edinburgh experience?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay in this tranquil and gorgeous City Centre home, for a unique Edinburgh experience?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Stay in this tranquil and gorgeous City Centre home, for a unique Edinburgh experience located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Scottish National Portrait Gallery, George Street and Princes Street. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are also within 15 minutes. St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 5 minutes by foot and Princes Street Tram Stop is 12 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janelle V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great apartment and location.
Great stay with everything you need. The apartment is lovely and in a great location. Very clean too. Near lots of restaurants. Highly recommend the Magnum up the road but do book in advance. Just 2 extra points to be aware of, there are lots of stairs up to the apartment and parking is free on weekends but through the week it's pay to park.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Edinburgh Getaway
The apartment was beautifully decorated, spacious and quiet. There was plenty of room for our group of six older adults and we appreciated having the extra half bath downstairs. The location has easy access to restaurants and small neighborhood markets to pick up a few needed items. We enjoyed our time there very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Edinburgh
Great stay in Edinburgh at this flat. Location was excellent and the home full of character. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Frederic R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
While generally our stay in the apartment was quite enjoyable I do have a few comments: At checkin we noticed the absence of toilet paper and dishwasher soap while this was remedied the next day, it was a little off putting The kitchen is quite well equipped at first sight, but it looks like the cups and mugs are more the leftover after many breakages, so there was no complete set. With regard to the cutlery there were no knives for cutting and preparing meals (even if we found a knife sharpener and a bread knife). So, preparing meals become quite complex… The living room couches were quite worn and could use a refresh. We were told we could only have one set of keys, which is not the most flexible arrangement for a group of adults. We used the outdoor key lock, but I did not find that very comforting Imagine our surprise when cleaning staff showed up on Saturday in the apartment one full day before our scheduled move out (caused by an alleged snafu in systems we were told…) None of the above prevented an enjoyable stay, but they took away a little of the shine.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation Weekend
After 4 years at the Unioversity of Edinburgh, my family and I travelled up to attend my son's graduation ceremony. The flat was in an excellent location for the university, restaurents and pubs/bars. The flat itself was lovely, a classic New Town property. The bedrooms and bathrooms were all generously sized, as was the sitting room. The property was all we wished for and more, I could not reccommend this proeprty enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay and wonderful location
As a family of 5 we were very comfortable here. It was exactly as described with nice views and a great location that was very walkable. Wish we could have stayed longer to explore the Stockbridge area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious and convenient
Our family group of 6 truly enjoyed our stay. The home had plenty of space for us. Having two full bathrooms plus an extra toilet meant nobody had to wait for the bathroom! The location in New Town was walkable to Waverly Station as well as plenty of shops and restaurants. The neighborhood was quiet and very safe. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Edinburgh Apartment
Even more spacious than advertised - very cozy, well-equipped, and a fantastic location for exploring and enjoying the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Edinburgh visit
We loved our stay in Edinburgh and would have loved to have stayed longer. The place was perfect for us and the location was fabulous. We will be visiting again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for family to enjoy the city
Our family of 6 thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Edinburgh. The beds, bedding, showers and all furnishings were very comfortable. The steps were challenging at times but also gave us more exercise. We did not use the kitchen much but it seemed to be well equipped for cooking. Nice location to walk to many great destinations.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

ayelet m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and extremely spacious
Loved staying at this house in beautiful Edinburgh. The pics don’t do it justice it is very spacious and beds were extra comfy. Short stroll away from anything we wanted to do in town too. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect
We loved our stay here! The home was even more lovely than pictured. Very, very spacious and an excellent, quiet location. Bed were comfortable, bathrooms were sparkling and the kitchen was well appointed. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great
Beautiful apartment in a beautiful neighborhood. Would definitely stay again. You do have to be comfortable with stairs though.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, spacious and well located
Loved the space for our six person group; three large bedrooms w/multi-bath, sizable kitchen, dining room and common area. Location was around a 20 minute walk from the Royal Mile. Place has everything you would need for a short/long family vacation around Scotland.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glorious flat
This was exactly what we wanted for a family vacation in Edinburgh. Great location a block from Tesco and a short walk to the Royal Mile, Castle and all the rest. 3+ meter high ceilings, large comfy living room. Three big bedrooms with two beautiful bathrooms. An old property, the living and dining rooms have apparently original, now decorative, fireplaces. Separate washer and dryer are better than the standard multipurpose European laundry unit. Drip and Nespresso coffee makers in the flat. Possibly the most beautiful flat I’ve stayed in as a VRBO. Be mindful of the four flights of stairs up to the flat, but it was definitely worth it and I had two 70+ seniors with me.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Perfect location, amazing flat, great space/views/kitchen/bathrooms. Team before and during stay fantastic. We’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
As a family of five with teens and a 4 year old this property was perfect. Quiet location close to everything and extremely spacious. A few family friendly pubs and restaurants in close proximity and easy to walk to all the key places in the city.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Flat
Beautiful flat in New Town Edinburgh, fantastic location, beautifully appointed. Easy walking distance to Waverly Station and Royal Mile. Very easy process. One caveat for anyone with mobility issues, no lift, 2.5 flights walk up. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon S., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location but lots of stairs!
Propriety was as described and in a great location. Parking was a bit of a pain but that’s an Edinburgh thing and not unique to this property. There’s lots of stairs up to the property so if you are travelling with a lot of bags be aware.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Apartment
Such a lovely location and a stunning spacious apartment. For those not so good on their feet it is 3 flights up the stairs and no lift. Had a great stay and the quality of the accommodation added to it. Shout out to Karen who was really helpful in organising key collection and advising on parking and was genuinely lovely. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

aurobind s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Property is terrific. Very well located. Walking distance from lots of restaurants and attractions. The neighborhood is very quiet. Very well appointed and maintained. The apartment is on the third floor. So be aware its five flights of stairs. It’s a good exercise but for older guests it can be challenging, especially with luggage. The internet was quite patchy. It didn’t bother us as we were looking to relax but if you are looking to stream movies or do zoom calls the internet may be quiet weak for that. We loved the place and would highly recommend it. Location and ambiance of the apartment are first rate.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ginger A., High Point NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic Townhome in New Town Edinburgh
This townhouse is idyllic and the location is perfect. Walkable to many attractions, restaurants, and grocery stores. Nice quiet neighborhood. Rooms are very spacious and easily accommodated six adults. Kitchen had all the amenities. Karen, our contact person for our stay is wonderful. Very quick to response to requests and offered local inside knowledge of the area. If you are looking for a place to stay in Edinburgh, the New Town townhouse is perfect. I hope to return next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by The Edinburgh Address - Siobhan

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Established in 2007, The Edinburgh Address is an award winning company and specialises in handpicked Scottish holiday homes and unique stays. The Edinburgh Address is the perfect platform for you to find fantastic Scottish homes, from breath-taking interiors to stunning views and locations.

Our friendly and local team will help you make your stay special. We will organise unique extras and share local tips and suggestions to make your Scottish holiday extraordinary.

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English, Italian

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests