Rachel is a wonderful host. She was communicative and clear, met me at the apartment to let me in, but left me to myself during the week. The apartment was nice, well furnished, and very clean. It was incredibly convenient for getting around Edinburgh, and all together a perfect place to stay. The neighborhood it is in is a bit quieter than the main historic district, but only a 10 minute walk or quick tram ride to the Royal Mile etc. There is a well stocked kitchen and a grocery store just around the corner.