Mary-Lou was a lovely friendly host. She greeted us on arrival and showed us around her lovely flat in Leith. The flat was a perfect base in an up and coming area of Edinburgh. The flat was warm, clean and very spacious and had everything you would need for a short break or a longer stay.

We felt happy and secure in the flat and would highly recommend it to others wanting a city break, but not staying in the city centre. Just 5 minutes walk took you to some really good places to eat and there was a good choice. The food at The Shore was wonderful, we would suggest that you go early as the tables soon get taken.

The walk into Edinburgh is about 40 minutes, or you can get a local bus from the high street. There are plenty little supermarkets close by should you need anything all opening until late.

A really nice walk is very close and you can walk for miles if you wish - the Water of Leith Walkway starts about 5 minutes from the flat. There are lots of places to stop for coffee and lunch, you can visit the Royal Botanical Gardens from the walkway and the museum of Modern Art all with free entry, toilets and cafes.

Mary-Lou has a lovely flat and was the perfect host and we would love to visit again.