If you're looking for a place in Edinburgh that feels like home, then look no further, because this is it.

Aileen's place is in a word PHENOMENAL.

It's centrally located in the Grassmarket district, close to several restaurants and shops, a few minutes walk from Edinburgh Castle.

I didn't get to meet Aileen, but she was very easy to reach via email/airbnb if I had any questions. I arrived in the evening and was greeted by Angie who showed me the apartment and even provided me with milk and biscuits, which was a nice gesture as I was tired and didn't feel like popping out anywhere to grab a snack.

The apartment was well furnished with all the amenities one could need. Aileen had put together a welcome packet that had instructions to operating all the appliances as well as the central heating system and washing machine. The packet also contained a summary of the area as well as places to go and things to do.

The bedroom was spacious and tidy, a really comfortable bed with warm bedding made sleeping absolutely heavenly. The living room/kitchen area was great, the view of the castle, STUNNING. The photo Aileen has posted with the castle view was the motivating factor to booking this flat and I was not disappointed. Day or night, Edinburgh Castle is impressive and it was lovely to sit at the table drink coffee and take it all in.

The bathroom was really clean, the shower had really good water pressure and really hot water. I loved the adjustable shower head!

One downside is that the bathroom sink is a little small, but there are shelves in the bathroom to hold things such as your toiletries kit so it wasn't that big of a deal.

All in all, I wish I could live in Aileen's flat, it's charming and cozy with a real homey feel to it. I will definitely look to book her place again the next time I'm in Edinburgh.