Ruth's flat is in a lovely quiet location near to everything.It's comfortable & has all you need to relax. It's very close to the castle & gardens, I loved walking through them with all the beautiful spring blossoms & flowers. I was really lucky with the weather too so I could really enjoy all the parks of which there are plenty. Edinburgh is a cosy city, welcoming, friendly & so beautiful, you can't help but fall in love with it! It's quick to get to know your way around especially with the castle as a reference point for the flat. The restaurants are really good quality & with my son being a student there, he found me all the good value & tasty places to eat. Yum.There is food from everywhere around the world. I love that, as now I live in provincial France where I pretty much only get French food!! The choice is just amazing & there's plenty of shopping too if that's what you enjoy. Primart & TK mex for example & all the major chains. I love the sound of Scottish pipes & the kilts!! Not something you really find anywhere but Scotland!! I highly recommend this flat & communication with Ruth was very easy & helpful. I'll be back for sure.