Perched atop the steps of poets corner, with its prose embossed slabs, and just a hiccup or two away from the Jolly Judge terrace (currently only open for take outs to an appreciative mob), a fairy tale door leads you to a stairwell that winds you up to find your treasure. A pied a terre that literally seats you loftily in the heart of the old town, within spitting distance of the castle, cathedral and so much history. Lucky you Rapunzel!
Fastidiously clean, superbly designed with a quality of finish that shows it has been done with love. A judicious sprinkling of carefully chosen contemporary copper accessories and fabrics thread throughout and complement the modern greys, lending warmth. I found that whisky blended in seamlessly and also added warmth, perhaps this is the local influence in the design. The cordless blinds were a revelation and I especially liked the copper coat hangers. I was sorely tempted but didn’t!
Well equipped with a great layout and window seats that captivate you with the ever changing views. Many hours and complimentary coffees can be consumed sitting in the lounge one in the unlikely event that a pandemic should strike and limit your entertainment options. People watching is compulsory and the black ghost bus, parked opposite, is a must see on a dark evening with its eerie, dimly lit Hogwortian interior. Any resemblance to the Harry Potter version must surely be pure coincidence as this one is just a standard, black, double decker Routemaster. The opposite view extends to the Firth of Forth and the hills beyond, looking down the Royal Mile and over Holyrood Palace. This is best observed from the bedroom window seat, similarly comfortable but better suited to the left handed drinker.
The bathroom is of course also well designed, with a beautifully tiled floor and a matching tiled recess housing the freebie surfactants. The open ended shower with a large slate grey tray is actually much bigger than most rentals offer and has an adequately powerful, funky looking electric mixer unit, which recently appeared in an episode of Dr Who. A handy cupboard under the sink provides perfect storage for essential preening equipment. They even provide a 2 pin converter for charging such items.
A couple of minor points. A washing up bowl (copper trimmed possibly) wouldn’t go amiss and a lamp in the lounge would definitely enhance the mood when Harry’s (sorry, the Ghost) bus is brooding ominously below.
“Better by design” is definitely the strap line for this place and the location never disappoints. I thoroughly enjoyed my 5 days here, recommend it and will certainly return soon. Well done and many thanks to Anne and Lewis.