THE BALMORAL OF APARTMENTS IN EDINBURGH We recently stayed for 10 days at the Georgian Boutique Apartment at #6A Forth Street in New Town Edinburgh. To say that it exceeded every expectation is an understatement. First of all there is the apartment, one half of a formerly elegant home that has been transformed by its host Charlotte Batt into a comfortable, welcoming home-away-from-home. Every amenity you could hope for (TV, Wi-Fi, Washer/ Dryer, Toaster, CD player, etc.) is there, but the overall effect is relaxation and comfort. Off a long hall from front to back is a large living and dining area, beautifully enhanced by the most beautifully ornate moulding. The room is large enough to support a long dining table that could easily sit 10, but doesn’t diminish the over-all size of the living room. In the quiet back overlooking a lovely garden is a large bedroom sporting a canopy style bed, with a full closet, large enough for 2. The large bed was nicely firm for our tastes, and our host asked in advance what type of pillow we wanted, as well as blankets. Around the corner from the bedroom is the fully-equipped kitchen. And when I say, FULLY EQUIPPED, I defy anyone to think of one object they may need in the kitchen, and I’ll bet you, Charlotte has provided it. We were amazed at the details that were provided to us as guests. You would have thought you were in your own kitchen. The bathroom offers a shower as well as a Jacuzzi tub. While visiting Edinburgh, the temperatures were cool, sometimes, cold, but the apartment was cosy and warm. Charlotte offered helpful tips and accommodated our every desire and/or whim. And the apartment is directly off charming Broughton Street, chock-a-block with shops, restaurants and cafes. It is only a short walk from the city's highlights: Calton Hill, the Castle, the Royal Mile and Princes Street. We cannot recommend the Georgian Boutique highly enough for your stay in Edinburgh.