Martin was very communicative, and all though we never had the pleasure of meeting him personally, he did have an associate meet us with the key and some basic instructions. What she told us was enough as there was found a comprehensive and detailed list of activities, instructions, and so forth for the flat. Next to a reading chair (and near the tv) was a table full of magazines with coupons etc.

Kitchen was fully equipped with everything one could possible. There are also towels, beds with linens, etc. included. There was more there than we could possible use!

The house was close to bus stops, and getting there with luggage was not too hard. Many stores, restaurants, and pubs nearby, as well as coffee shops.

If I had a "knock" it would be that the mirrors in the upstairs toilet/shower room could be either bigger or lower. Being of a smaller stature, I could not use them to shave, etc. But, it was never a "deal breaker" for us.

Some aspects of the heating and hot water for tub/shower required a bit of explanation (so read the instruction sheet completely and thoroughly!)

Our nearly 10 y.o daughter, loved the flat and made some new friends. The place was near shopping, restaurants, pubs, and bus lines, yet maintained a strong sense of feeling separated from the noisy hustle and bustle of Edinburgh. Generally, it gets quiet in the evening, which made for restful slumber.

It was great for a small family like us, and we'd comeback here any chance we have!