THE POSITIVES (because there are lots)
We had a good stay in this property. It was very clean and really well located for access to the centre of Edinburgh whilst also having a number of lovely bars and shops within a few minutes walking distance.
We felt very safe staying at the Property and as we were there during hot weather we often left the front door open on an evening whilst sitting in the front room.
The courtyard in which it is located is quiet and secluded so we had no concerns about the car being parked there, and of course it was so handy to have a parking spot readily available to us.
The host (Vanessa) was incredibly kind and allowed us to use the parking spot before the 3pm check in time on the day of arrival which was brilliant because I don’t know Edinburgh well and the surrounding roads are predominantly permit zones or have double yellow lines.
We were a party of four grown adults (2 couples) and it worked well for us as the property is spacious.
THE NEGATIVES (there aren’t many)
One of the reasons we chose this property is because it was described as having a fully equipped kitchen and so we anticipated we would be able to make breakfast/dinner throughout the stay. Whilst the kitchen did have a lot of good equipment such as a washing machine and oven, there were things missing which prevented us from cooking to the extent we hoped. For example, there weren’t any tea towels for drying the crockery; there were only four plates, cups, glasses (etc) so we weren’t able to host friends as had been hoped; and the four bowls provided are very small and weren’t suitable for use other than crisps (etc).
Some of the crockery was also quite dirty from previous guests use and whilst I don’t expect the host to clean all the crockery after every guest has stayed (it’s on us as guests to make sure we leave things clean), it is a little off putting when every bit of crockery has to be thoroughly cleaned before making a meal.
The mattresses are very firm with little padding for the springs. Admittedly after a day exploring Edinburgh you’re likely to be asleep quickly with little regard to the comfiness of the bed, but it would have been lovely if the mattresses were as comfy as the front room furniture.
As four adults, the sofa and arm chair in the front room (the only social space in the property) is comfortable but a little bit cramped if you aren’t comfortable squeezing up together. Another armchair would be lovely to lend extra comfort.
I appreciate these are small points and wouldn’t stop us from staying again but are worth being aware of.
Thank you for having us, Vanessa.