Anke-Beate gave us a really great welcome, showed us around the flat and shared her invaluable local knowledge on everything from public transport (10 minutes bus ride to city centre) to events, visitor attractions, walking routes, etc. There was a wide selection of maps and local tourist leaflets, which was helpful. The flat was spotlessly clean, well equipped, tastefully decorated and furnished, kitchen with everything we needed and more. There was also milk, butter, fresh fruit, tea, coffee, crackers, biscuits and other supplies which were way beyond our expectations.

It was clear that a huge amount of effort had gone into making sure we had a relaxing and enjoyable stay.

Anke-Beate's art - which we enjoyed greatly - was displayed around the flat. Her daughter Bronwen is also a brilliant artist.

The Shaftsbury Park area is quiet and has a really safe feel to it.

On Saturday morning we took walk beside the Water of Leith (as recommended by Anke-Beate) to the Scottish Gallery of Modern Art. Finding the riverside footpath was a bit of a challenge (take a map with you, head towards Murrayfield Stadium, or google Water of Leith for more information) but well worth the effort. (About 45 minutes from the flat to gallery, but the pathway goes all the way to Leith Docks) We also enjoyed the walk from the Old Town along the canal, back to the flat - the canal walk is much easier to find - just a couple of minutes straight along the street from the front door.

We plan to to take another trip to Edinburgh in the near future and - and hope to stay here again.