Calim's flatwas just as lovely and perfect as in the photos and as reviewed by other guests. Very convenient location to the castle, airport tram, train station, restaurants and shops. Inside, it was like staying in a cool, wish-you-had-relative's home, with original art, an incredible library of books (my husband is a writer and was awed by the library), very tasteful furniture, fine bath products, and a great view up and down the Royal Mile.
As a host, Calim was equally wonderful. He provided us with wonderful restaurant recommendations: Dishoom (an Irani restaurant very popular with locals with great food, ambiance and architecture), David Bann (fantastic vegetarian cuisine within an elegantly designed space , The Outsider (very nice food, views of the castle, and close to the flat). We were able to meet Calim in person as we arrived early while he was cleaning the flat from previous guests.
We dined out so didn't cook, but we enjoyed tea and shortbread in the flat. Calim provided coffee, tea, breakfast provisions and more. There is an honor bar with hard liquor and wine. There was also a clothes washer which we did not use. Be aware that there isn't a clothes dryer as they are not really used in the locale, but there is a drying rack in the flat.
We would highly recommend staying in Calim's flat for a stay in Edinburgh. I showed photos from Airbnb to friends and people we met and they were wowed. You will not be disappointed.