Susan was very responsive and helpful. As a first time user of airbnb, I had lots of questions and Susan readily answered them all. She was flexible in making arrangements for key pick up and even left some fresh milk and cookies for our arrival. The location is very central with easy access to buses which was a priority for me. Of course with the central location and buses come lots of noise and sirens - what's with Edinburgh and so many emergency sirens! The building is old but quite clean. The basement where the pool and workout room were housed was cavernous and dingy but I appreciated making use of these amenities nonetheless. Lots of restaurants and pubs close by (try the take out from The Hanging Bat across the street), a small grocery store around the corner, and Usher Hall just down the street.