The apartment is newly renovated, spacious, and very clean. It has ample natural light, and the view of Edinburgh from the living room is beautiful. Also, it is centrally located in Old Town, within walking distance of cafes and the train station.
However, there are two issues some visitors need to consider: steep stairs and noise. Steep stairs have to be negotiated both above and below the entrance to the apartment building. Additionally, there is a circular staircase within the building. If a family has heavy luggage, or if someone has mobility issues, this place may not be a good fit.
Secondly, since we were there during the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, there was significant noise throughout the night into the early morning, echoing throughout the close/alleyway, primarily coming from the two bars below. We frankly had trouble sleeping, even with ear plugs.