Magical! Alex’s pristine cottage is modern and tasteful. An elegant hidden nest in a perfect location. Stunning view of the castle. The old Grassmarket area with lively pub and restaurant scene is just a block downhill to the right. A block to the left is a modern supermarket and a university building. Friendly people. A microcosm of Edinburgh, with a heady mix of old and new. And yes, lots of hills to climb. But we managed with one of us using a cane! (A hint: If you arrive by train with roller bags, take a taxi: it is easy and affordable.) Alex was friendly and easy to reach with Airbnb messaging. We felt sad to leave. Highly recommended.