Although we didn't actually get to meet Rod, his friend Annelies welcomed us and made us feel very at home. The apartment was clean, exceptionally well decorated/furnished and very comfortable. Rod & Annelies went out of their way to be helpful, providing us with advice, maps and guides and even some supplies for breakfast so we didn't have to buy things immediately when we arrived! The apartment is located in a beautiful old building in Marchmont, and is just across the park from the University of Edinburgh. This worked out perfectly as we could stay in a quiet, friendly part of town yet were also just a short walk from more lively things in Edinburgh city centre. Overall this has been one of my best Airbnb experiences, would highly recommend!