We were first time Airbnb users and Joanne was very patient and answered all of our queries beforehand with genuine good humour and understanding.
The extra directions provided by Joanne were most welcome as it is a bit confusing on your first visit. But with the directions (which I advise you take note of) we found it first time with no problems.
Joanne was on hand to meet us when we arrived and she explained everything we needed to know and then discretely left us to settle in. Some tea, coffee, milk and biscuits had been provided – which proved most welcome after a rather long car, tube and then train trip to finally get there.
If you need extra food supplies etc there is a large Asda within easy walking distance from the apartment.
The apartment was lovely. Really cosy, well thought out regarding decoration and above all (at least for me) it was super clean. The beds were really comfy, in fact my husband commented that our bed was the most comfortable he had slept on while travelling. Tip: If you need a firm pillow or like to sleep with more than one pillow possibly let Joanne know as our pillows were deliciously soft, but I am aware this is not everyone’s favourite.
The apartment is a little distance outside of the main hustle and bustle of the city centre, but this is exactly why we chose it. Getting around is a simple matter of using the bus (bus stop just outside the complex), or hiring an Uber or local cab service. We utilised all three options and all three worked perfectly well. The bus does take longer but it is a fun way to get to get to know your way around and grab some local flavour. Top tip: If you want to go “out-out” in the city centre and intend to only end your revelries early the following morning I would strongly advise pre-booking a cab to get you home.
If you are a fan of seafood then I can heartily recommend you try one (or more) of the restaurants along The Shore in Leith.
This was our first time to Scotland and we absolutely loved it.
Watch out Scotland – we will be back!