Derek's flat in Edinburgh is truly marvellous! Don't look any longer, you won't find better value for money. The apartment is lovely, new and superclean, with all the equipment you need for a stay in this beautiful city. It's located only about 5 or 10 minutes bus ride away from the centre (about 25 minute walk), with plenty of buses coming to the local bus stop.
The fact that is not right in the centre (but near enough) wasn't a problem for us, as we enjoyed experiencing life in the neighbourhood. The flat is also very conveniently located if you are coming from the airport, as the 35 bus stops just opposite. Derek was extremely kind and offered us all sorts of information before we even got to Edinburgh. As we travelled with two young children, it was particularly useful his help in finding a good car hire. In the flat there were milk and muffins to welcome us and also cooking basics such as salt, sugar and oil, which meant we didn't have to rush to the supermarket on arrival. The box of toys in the twin bedroom kept our children entertained for hours. The two bedrooms are amazing, bright and airy, just as the rest of the flat, which has a nice TV, microwave, kettle and all you need for a homely stay. No hotel or BnB in the city could offer you all of this for such a price! We would definitely go back to Derek's flat if we were to visit Edinburgh again.