What a wonderful place! My family of three stayed here for five nights and loved it! The flat (two stories of a three-story house) is lovely, bright, and comfortable, with great beds, a cozy fire, and beautiful flowers in each window. Amanda welcomed us with tea and suggestions for places to go and things to see during our stay. She also left us fresh milk, juice, granola, and a lovely hot-water bottle.
This was our first trip to Edinburgh and, while Stockbridge is not in the thick of things, that's part of its charm. It's quiet, serene and--with just a few minutes' walk in two directions--near to excellent neighborhood restaurants, shops, and transportation. If you are a keen walker, you can get most places (Princes Street, Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, etc.) on foot. The Royal Botanical Garden and Water of Leith walk are practically in Amanda's backyard. Taxis are a good deal here and respond very quickly to calls (City Cabs). That said, we walked most places. Favorite restaurants: Rollo Wine Bar (Raeburn Pl), Earthy and the tiny Bluebird Cafe (both great for breakfast!), The Dogs (Hanover St), and Hendersons (vegetarian). We loved Edinburgh and would absolutely recommend Amanda's Stockbridge home!