Lorraine was a wonderful host. She was waiting for us when we arrvied and she gave us lots of very good advice (our favorite restaurant - Petti Paris and where all the free fringe shows were). We were traveling with our son who is six our little girl who is 1.5 years old. Lorraine went out of her way to bring us a high seat and a box full of toys! The apartment is wonderful in every way. It is in the heart of everything (two steps from the Grassmarket and close to lots of good places to eat and a supermarket). It is large and airy and full of light. Everything was spotless, the kitchen is well appointed and there was always enough hot water for all of us to shower. The living room has special double paned windows that block all the noise and is just above the heads of passerby, so you can look and see all the excitement without being bothered by it at all! The Castle view is as advertised. It looms above you wonderfully (just like in the photo!) and you can watch the fireworks every evening. We will most definitely come back as soon as we can!