So much more than a great location! All the reviewers rave about this flat's location - and with good reason. You're just steps away from the Royal Mile and its restaurants, shops and many historic sights. But the flat itself deserves high praise. It's a lovely place to stay, open and with wonderful light, and the view makes climbing several flights of stairs well worth the exercise.

My husband and I spent five nights at the apartment, and it suited us beautifully. The owner was very responsive and kept in touch throughout the rental and check-in processes, which is so reassuring. And his representative was waiting for us when we arrived, again, reassuring.

While we didn't need a second bedroom - hubby used it as his dressing room and closet - it was wonderful having our own bathrooms. And what bathrooms! Nice fixtures, very pretty to look at and with great towel heaters for after-bath or -shower luxury.

The master bedroom is en suite, the bed comfortable and well dressed, and blinds in each room provided the necessary privacy. Built-ins provide plenty of storage for clothing and luggage.

The kitchen was nicely appointed and, since we had breakfast most days, plus dinner one evening, in the flat, we appreciated having good quality dishes, pans and flatware and a nice variety of glassware. Everything we needed to make a meal, from a cheese grater to a spatula, was there and of a good quality.

The flat would be perfect for two couples sharing, or for a family with a child or two. And hairdo be damned, we'll definitely stay here the next time we're in Edinburgh. It's a terrific apartment.