All went very smoothly - we were met by a neighbour as John was away, but then he popped round as he'd just arrived back, so the welcome was nice. Apartment was as described: clean, neat, comfortable and warm (it was a chilly winter's weekend!) It provides all your needs for a stay in Edinburgh if you want to be out of town and on the beachfront. Portobello is great - good cafes, bars, and transport links into city centre. We'd use this place again for a similar stay. Thanks John!