Really lovely apartment on the fourth floor of an elegant building (circa 1750 AD) in the vibrant Lawnmarket area. Five large sash windows mean that the apartment is bathed in light which makes this the ideal space for relaxing with a book (there is a large and eclectic selection from which to choose), enjoy a drink or just use as a sunny base to explore the nearby sights of Edinburgh. We stayed for four nights during a gloriously warm and summery August for the Edinburgh Festival. With street entertainment all around you are really immersed in fun of the Festival.

Calim greeted us on arrival and showed us around his home. The apartment is very clean and well maintained, really well kitted out and genuinely does feel like home when you stay. Calim is a most welcoming host and also provided us with some great recommendations for local restaurants which all turned out to provide wonderful food and atmosphere (Rollo, L’Escargot Blue and The Outsiders worthy of special mention).

Our traveler tips include noting that the apartment is accessed via a spiral staircase and being on the fourth floor is not suitable for the faint hearted.

This was a great find for us and we would unhesitatingly recommend this anyone who wants to be in the heart of Edinburgh.