We loved staying at the Coach House. We can't stress enough - LOVED it. Al was warm and friendly and full of all kinds of information. He made it very easy to communicate with them, met us upon arrival and showed us around. They've added such wonderful touches that really speak to the level of thoughtfulness that makes a difference in picking one place over another. A few groceries when you don't know the area make it much easier to wake up when you need your coffee to function, fresh bread and jam even and lots of little toiletries if you've forgotten something or have a need for plasters for a cut. It's roomy for a one-bedroom and cozy and warm. (Bigger than our own flat in Oxford actually - we felt spoiled.) The shower is divine and roomy too. The Salisbury Arms, right next door, was a lush treat for dinner one night and a nice stop for a nightcap when we were done sightseeing but not quite ready to go to bed. We found a couple of neighbourhood spots for breakfast a short walk away (Toast, Heller's), buses were easy to get if we wanted to go further, cabs came quickly and Arthur's Seat isn't far either (though we found the trails too icy this time of year, clearly plenty of other people (mocking us) could get there.) and it really is a lovely view. Ali's art is all thru the flat too - really beautiful stuff. I'd say that Ali and Al are the special kind of Airbnb hosts you don't get very often, but wish everyone could be. They've certainly set the bar a lot higher where our expectations are concerned. Thank you so much for making our first trip to Edinburgh special!