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Luxury central Edinburgh with stunning views of castle!

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Onsite parking
Smart TV
Interior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxury central Edinburgh with stunning views of castle!

Location, location, location!

The Robert Louis Stevenson Suite is a luxury apartment with unprecedented views of Edinburgh Castle. Located just 2 minutes from the iconic Princes St on the corner of George St (lots of shopping, bars and restaurants) and North Castle St, the apartment is in the heart of the New Town, making it an ideal base for visiting all the main tourist sites of Edinburgh.

The apartment block was one of the first flats to be built in the New Town by James Craig in 1790 and sits directly adjacent to the Edinburgh town house of Sir Walter Scott! For the sake of clarity, the apartment is located on the first floor of the building and from street level there are approx 20 steps (no elevator as one of the first buildings to be erected in "The new Town" and is a listed building). The steps are more gradual and winding than steep and vertical.

The flat opens into a square reception hall providing access to all rooms. To the front of the flat and with a southerly aspect from its twin windows is a magnificent drawing room featuring a gas fire with iron grate and pretty timber mantle, dado paneling and delicate plaster work. A glazed door provides secondary access from the drawing room into a striking breakfasting kitchen fitted with an attractive range of painted timber units topped with thick granite surfaces and incorporating a full range of integrated appliances, including a recessed range cooker set, oven/grill, and microwave as well as a washing machine and full height fridge/freezer.
The bedrooms comprise a generously proportioned master bedroom with a king size bed and dual aspect views towards Edinburgh Castle. This bedroom features secondary double glazing and also benefits from a luxurious en-suite shower room.
The second bedroom is set up with twin beds (can be pushed together to form a double on request) and is served by an equally well fitted family bathroom off the hall.
Larger parties can enquire about our apartment in the same building - The Walter Scott Suite ( same building below this one on the first floor), has the same high spec and stunning views of Edinburgh Castle. Combined, both properties can accommodate up to 8 / 10 people comfortably. It has the same stunning views of Edinburgh Castle and can be made available by special request.

Property manager

Morris Paton

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee grinder
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Edinburgh, Midlothian

What's nearby

  • George Street - 1 min walk
  • Princes Street - 3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 15 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 17 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 15 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Alexander Graham Bell - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dirty Dicks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Amber Rose - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Badger & Co - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury central Edinburgh with stunning views of castle! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury central Edinburgh with stunning views of castle!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury central Edinburgh with stunning views of castle!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury central Edinburgh with stunning views of castle! located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this golf apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of George Street and Princes Street. Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket are also within 15 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 6 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 11 minutes.

Luxury central Edinburgh with stunning views of castle! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Morris answered all my questions ahead and during our stay. He is a great host . Apartment was local and within walking distance to everything. Apartment had everything we needed and more! Will recommend to my traveling USA friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable home in a great location
The host was extremely helpful and was a great communicator. We had a wonderful time in the city and beyond. The location is perfect and the online pictures are accurate. Recommend highly.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Edinburgh 2024
Location was brilliant, easy walk to all the highlights of Edinburgh
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeanne R.

Great Location
This unit was in a great location in New Town -- lots of restaurants and bars, great shopping, walking distance to Old Town. The beds in the unit were great, kitchen was sufficient, bathrooms worked well. The owner was great on responding and very nice. But -- Be aware of the staircases to get to the unit - up 6 steps to get to the front door from the street and then another 12 or so, in a circular staircase to get to the unit -- those stairs are short and narrow. Very do-able if you are able bodied, but be prepared when you get there! I believe the owner describes this in the listing, but I didn't really understand the issues until we got there. I would love to give it 5 stars, but for the price, the unit really needs a refresh overall - carpets were thin, stained and torn in one place, the couches were saggy and stained, one of the windows didn't close (so 48 degrees was pretty chilly in the living room!), the kitchen sink dripped and the water heater had some problems too. For the price, it wasn't a great value. But I would stay there again because of the location. And the owner was a delight.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Location
This property was perfect. The washer and dryer was small and did take a long time but it was much appreciated after traveling for a week. The location was perfect you could see Edinburgh castle right outside the window. We would definitely stay here again. At night you could hear passerbyers talking but it wasn’t too bad, my husband and I didn’t have any issues sleeping,
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbeatable Location
The location of this historic property could not have been any more central to the major visitor destinations in Edinburgh. The spacious flat was a great fit for our family of four (two adults and two older teenagers).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great spot. Property worked well for our family of 5. Nice modest property. Great view. If you’re looking for nice modest accommodation then this is perfect! I would stay here again. Thank you for the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S., Eagan

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Really great property. Tons of space, character, charm and amenities. Location was ideal. We were only here for two nights but my family wished we could have stayed longer and chilled here more. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Bev/Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious apartment in excellent area.
This is a great apartment in that it is spacious, 2 full bathrooms, a large lounge with functioning fireplace, and a spacious kitchen. It’s very comfortable and walking distance to all the main sights of Edinburgh.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
Great apartment in a fantastic location! Restaurants, pubs, grocery store and shopping all close by within walking distance and stunning views of the castle. Morris was very accommodating to our requests and we had great communication. Apartment was lovely and had all of the necessities needed. We can't thank you enough for making me and my son's stay amazing. Thank you Morris for a lovely stay!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas N., Philadelphia PA Metro Area

Liked: Cleanliness
Don't miss out
Great location, great property, and excellent host. We've stayed at many rental properties hosted on multiple vendors sites over many years, and this ranks as one of the best.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori N., San Francisco, CA/USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable apartment in the most convenient area
We really enjoyed our stay and wish we could have stayed longer. The beds were comfy. The living room is spacious. The location is fantastic. We walked everywhere but if you need a taxi they come when scheduled via the number left at the flat. The host was amazingly prompt in messaging at the beginning of our stay when we needed a bit of help. We recommend this rental highly!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation + TS Eras Tour
Our family of four enjoyed staying here for a few days. The apartment was clean and nice, perfect location, and Morris was super helpful. It was nice to have plenty of space to spread out and a kitchen to use. My daughter and I went to the Taylor Swift concert. The dining table was a great place to make our friendship bracelets. We were grateful for the hairdryers and curling iron in the apartment! The apartment location made it very easy to get to all the wonderful sights of Edinburgh. Hope to come back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

April W., Halifax, pa

Liked: Cleanliness
What a View!
Morris is an excellent host. Quality amenities and clear/concise communications. Everything was as promised. Beds were very comfortable, everything was verqy clean. Very walkable, with plentiful restaurants all around. We enjoyed seeing the castle lit in the evening. Coffee shop directly across the street with excellent pastries, hot drinks and milkshakes. Co-Op grocery short block walk away.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Across the ponc
We had a week in Edinburgh before heading to a wedding in England The location was perfect, within walking distance to the castle. Quiet street and even a gin bar next door to end our day. Plenty of room with a nice kitchen and roomy bathroom. But, the furniture was a little worn, lots of stains, nicks etc and a broken ceiling chandelier in the second bedroom . Some TLC is needed for the price. Apart from that it was a great stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
The property was close to the areas of Edinbugh we wanted to see. The place was clean and everything was as expected. We would definitely stay here again. Just great!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Shawn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location but…
The location was perfect. We could see the castle from the one bedroom window which was nice. Know that you will hear the bar below the property late at night but that was not a big deal for us. Things that could be better or noted is the wifi is almost non existing. It is there but we could do anything in it and tried several times super slow and had to be in the kitchen to get a strong signal, finally gave up. The TV setup was very confusing had to purchase batteries for the five different remotes so they would work only to find out the setup box had a menu but no subscription to anything so turned it off and watch Netflix which was the only streaming service available as it’s a super old TV…. Bottom line you get a shell of a place in a great location without anything that is now fairly standard like body soap for the shower, bring extra towels. This could be a fantastic place with some upgrades so you don’t have to bring everything yourself… 😉
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great central location
Lovely big apartment. Great space for an adult family. Convenient for old and new town.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

jordan m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious apartment with great location
Really enjoyed our stay. Edinburgh and Scotland were our favorite locations
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Flat in a Great Location
Flat was very spacious and comfortable. The host provided a helpful how-to-guide which was very useful though coming from the U.S. we did have to figure out how to power on the refrigerator, microwave and dishwasher which were without power when we arrived. Despite the cool, rainy weather we had a great stay and would consider again if we come back to Edinburgh.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy S., Denver

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable stay
Property was well located on a street with many options to shop, eat and drink. Several coffee shops nearby. And nice walk to all the monuments. Well appointed apt with all the modern conveniences. Morris was a timely and communicative owner. Only downside was the street noise from some lively bars. Nothing a nature app cant handle! We would rent again
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
First time in Edinburgh
Great location and spacious for two couples. Enjoyed convenience and access to city transportation so we didn't have to hire too many taxis. Place was clean and perfect for our visit. Nancy and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

jim g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Responsive host
Difficulty in checking in, no key in the lockbox, several calls to Morris failed to rectify the situation so he came and met us and we were able to resolve the problem. One issue, which may seem petty, but was problematic was the fact we had 3 1/2 small rolls of toilet paper for 4 adults for 4 days !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg F., San Francisco, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice neighborhood with restaurants, pubs and shopping
It was our first visit to Edinburgh and the accommodation was close to Edinburgh castle, museums, the tram and Waverly Train station. Perfect for our visit. The flat had a large living room, two bathrooms, a modern kitchen and a quiet bedroom that met our needs. Overall, a nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M., Geneva, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location in Edinburgh
This was our second stay in this unit and we loved it both times! Owner is helpful and responsive. Stairs up to the first floor were very manageable with our small bags. Location is perfectly central for so many areas and and easy walk to both the bus station and Waverley train. We hope to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023