For people who don't want to read a whole long review the short version is this flat is amazing and Catherine and Craig are truly above and beyond excellent hosts. I cannot recommend it enough.
Now for the long version.
My partner and I were on an extended holiday after a work trip and meant to go from Glasgow from Scotland. Then "The Beast from the East" aka Winter Storm Emma aka a weather event we did not own proper jackets to be out in came and all transport was stopped except a single train route between Glasgow and Edinburgh. We decided Edinburgh would be a better place to be stuck in a blizzard and I impulsively booked this flat because I was drawn to the nice interior and it seemed it was rarely free to book in the first place!
Pretty much everything that can go wrong does but we eventually make it onto the doorstep of the flat and out of the cold. As soon as I entered the living room the stress (and literal ice) of the day melted away. The space is warm, inviting, bright, and immaculately decorated. And to top it all off Netflix on the TV and an honour bar with an amazing selection of drinks- what else could you need if you're going to be snowed in!
Beyond the flat itself Thistle street is a lovely location. Despite many places closing due to the severe weather we had an amazing selection of pubs, restaurants, and amenities and once the snow thawed a bit and the weekend came around it was quite lively and fun!
In short- this place is truly and oasis and the perfect flat to rent in Edinburgh. I hope to go back in the Summer and really get the most out of the area.