Austen's home, I believe, will either suit you perfectly as a guest or you will absolutely hate it. When coming to stay here, you will not be staying in some Grand Royal building. But this home is beautiful in its own way.
Austen's home is eclectic, with a great assortment of little pieces that seem to speak out about the owner and the things they appreciate. It has an aged look worth appreciating whilst still providing to the amenities you will need in Edinburgh. Not to mention the size of the apartment is very unexpected from the photos, there is much more space than what we were planning for!
There are many places nearby worth visiting for dinner but some of the best of them should be reserved or researched prior to going to Edinburgh! Great bars, bakeries, and restaurants nearby to select from.
Lastly, my criticisms. I only add these for people who have particular needs during their vacation! If you are a person who loves to cook at your home while on vacation, be ready to be limited in your selection of kitchen appliances. While Austen has the tools to get you by with simpler dishes, an array of sizes for pots and pans or a selection of certain cookware may not be there for you to use. Second, the Washer/Dryer can be a bit finicky to use, so do be careful when using it.
These criticisms are incredibly minor overall and do not let them dissuade you from staying here! Austen was accommodating, polite, and punctual. The price for the home is incredibly reasonable, if not charitable, and the location is superb for many local options while still being in walking distance of mostly everything in town.