Marianne and Marc are terrific hosts, and the apartment exceeded my expectations, in that it certainly matched the pictures and description, but the location is incredible -- steps from the beach, and a very short walk to the shops and transportation available on the High Street. It is well-equipped, from the kitchen, to the smart TV and fast wifi, to the comfy bed and bedding, and nice bathroom amenities; Marianne and Marc have thought of every convenience. Communication is easy, friendly, quick, and cooperative.
The buses on the High Street run frequently in both directions, to Edinburgh City Centre and also to places like North Berwick, if you want to visit the Seabird Centre and take a boat ride on the Firth. Portobello is an ideal location for visiting Edinburgh while enjoying the shoreline of the Firth. The Promenade makes for a lovely walk, and the restaurants on the beach are nicely complemented by the restaurants and the takeaways on the High Street. I stayed here for a month, and between the grocery stores, specialty shops, and restaurants, have eaten well and affordably. I highly recommend this sweet apartment for a fun weekend or a longer getaway!