The Castle Nest flat was simply amazing! It was so worth the wait to finally get there after the two year wait during the pandemic. John was the perfect host and was very swift to answer my communications with him! He also had lots of tour information for us in the flat and also recommended some great places to eat and things to do! It was so very cozy in the flat after staying in hotel rooms for most of our trip! And it was the perfect place for my daughter and I. We were so happy to finally be able to rest and relax! The furnishings were so luxurious and cozy and the bed was wonderful! We slept like babies!! We walked right out the door and to the left was a great little cafe called the Hideout. Down the steps a little further was The Grassmarket area with lots of shopping, restaurants, and pubs! Out the door to the right of the flat is the Royal Mile with more shopping, restaurants, and pubs, etc., and Edinburgh Castle is right around the corner! I highly recommend the Castle Nest for your next stay in Edinburgh!