This was our first Air BnB experience, and we were very happy with our stay. Charlotte was easy to communicate with and responded promptly to emails leading up to our trip. She also gave us some great recommendations for food in the area and took time to explain directions and walk through a map of the city when we first arrived.

The flat had fantastic views of the castle from the bedroom and kitchen windows, and it was in a convenient location to the Royal Mile and Grassmarket. The flat was also clean, welcoming and felt safe. It was a nice size space, the bed was comfortable, water pressure in the shower was good, and the washing machine worked well. If you plan to wash your clothes, do it your first night there to allow time to air dry – the weather was a bit dreary, so some of our things were still a little damp after two days.

The kitchen fridge was stocked with basics (milk, juice, jam) and Charlotte also provided some bread for toast in the mornings, which was a nice to have. We got takeaway one night from one of Charlotte’s recommendations – Kebab Mahal – and it was delicious and reasonably priced, plus we were able to have the leftovers the next day for lunch.

We really enjoyed our stay and would recommend it.