We had a great stay in this property. The hosts (via the management company) were extremely responsive and helpful, and proved very accommodating when we needed to change the dates of our stay. They were also able to provide us with a travel cot free of charge, which was greatly appreciated, and, for a small fee, stored our luggage after check out so we didn’t need to carry it around Edinburgh.
The location of the house is great, with Waverly Station, Princes Street and the new St James Quarter shopping center, plus lots more, in very easy walking distance. The house is at the top of a steep hill, and does require climbing some steps to get up to it – points which, to be fair, are made clear in the listing and are part of the charm. We had a pram with us, and it wasn’t ideal but was manageable, provided you have someone who can carry it up the steps. It wouldn’t be suitable for someone in a wheelchair or mobility scooter, however.
It is an old house, as is clear from the photos, and it is very charming, with a really good size living room and kitchen (especially for this part of Edinburgh) and a perfectly adequately sized bedroom and bathroom. Due to the age of the house, and the lovely old windows, it can be a bit drafty at times, most notably in the living room. However, the heating system is very good, and can be boosted, so this didn’t cause us any issues, even though snow fell during our stay. The little garden is lovely – not something we used much, given the time of year, but a nice outlook from the living room and would be perfect if staying during better weather.
There were a few issues around cleaning and maintenance of the property that fell slightly below expectations, which I have detailed privately to the hosts, but nothing that would discourage me from staying here again. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would recommend it to others!