Our family of four (2 adults and 2 children, 10 & 13 years old) stayed for 3 nights in Susie’s apartment. While there were some great things about this apartment there were also some concerns. First, the good points. This is a sweet little apartment and is reasonably priced for its location. The views are spectacular. We were able to explore Edinburgh easily by foot and found grocery stores, shops and restaurants within a 10 minute walk. The apartment was clean and the two single beds in the bedroom (which can also be made into a double bed) were comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need to prepare your own meals and to make a cup of tea of coffee. There was sufficient hot water and the shower had reasonable pressure. Communication with Susie was easy and she responded quickly. Do be aware that the folding table and chairs will need to be opened between the couches in the living room for meals. Also, the sofa bed is much smaller than a double and is really only suitable for one adult or two very small children.
Unfortunately, there were several concerns which would prevent us from staying here again unless they were resolved. All of these concerns have been reported by numerous previous guests in a maintenance log in the apartment. The living room window allows massive drafts around the edges and through two vents which cannot be closed. Our stay in Edinburgh was during a cold and windy week. Even though we filled the cracks with paper towel, the wind blew through the window so strongly that the curtains billowed and we had to sleep with wool hats on to keep warm. The information binder is outdated so instructions about the sofa bed and about how to adjust the heater were incorrect. One bedroom lamp and several living room lights were not working The extra security bolt (for nighttime) on the front door did not work