My wife and I have been to London 3 times in the last 4 years but this was our first trip to Scotland and stay in Edinburgh. Timing wise it was remarkable for us, while sad for the Commonwealth, because right before we were to train up from London the Queen passed away. We weren't sure what to expect but it turned out we had a front row seat to history.
The flat itself is located right off the Royal Mile, a 3 floor walk-up, and very easy to get to from the train station. It's very secure with three locked doors, an outer door to the stairwell, a door from the stairwell to the balcony, and a third door to get in the flat.
Once inside you immediately see how well taken care of the place is. Everything that is listed and shown in the pictures is there and in fine condition. There is a binder with all the instructions you need for how to operate everything from the washer/dryer to oven to heater etc., and also has great recommendations of pubs, restaurants, and markets all of which are conveniently located. You really are in the center of the old city here.
The kitchen is very user friendly with everything you need for your stay. Coffee and Tea basics are provided but you'll need to get your own coffee grinds if you don't like instant, which wasn't a problem. The mini fridge and freezer was the perfect size for us and keeping leftovers or milk for your tea or coffee can be easily stored. We made good use of the washer/dryer and microwave but that was about all we needed for our time. One item to note is that in the kitchen, and only the kitchen, the hot water handle is on the right. I was confounded at first thinking that the on demand water heater wasn't working but eventually figured it out.
The living room is very comfortable with a good size couch, table and chairs, TV and Wi-Fi, and a chess board in the corner.
The bedroom is well appointed with as many pillows and blankets as you may need, a dresser, a closet, storage under the windows and comfortable bed.
One thing we really loved was how nice the bathroom was. They can be hit or miss on European travels but this one was AMAZING. Clean, great size, toiletry supplies, and the water pressure was off the charts and gave us our first truly wonderful shower since we arrived from America.
The communication with our hosts was first rate. Always responded quickly, patient with all my questions, helpful and genuinely nice.
As I said at the beginning we had a front row seat to history and I wasn't kidding. In the flat the four large windows looked out on the Royal Mile and so when the Queen's processions went by we were looking out right on all the happenings. We took in the event in a way we could never had expected and this place will always be special to us.
Truly a 5 star place to stay in Edinburgh.