We stayed in this flat in Forth Street for three nights in February. Communication with the very friendly owner was excellent, both before and during our stay as we agreed early arrivals and late departures to fit in around flights. The flat itself is spacious and was very well decorated and appointed throughout - a whirpool bath is just what you need after hours walking around Edinburgh! The flat is located in a quiet side street, but just (literally) round the corner you'll find an interesting mix of bistros, Indian and Thai restaurants, pubs, off-licenses and take-aways, mostly independents rather than chains. For self-catering there is a great little fishmonger, a well-stocked whole-food/organic shop, as well as a Tesco Express, again all within 3-5 minutes walk. M&S food hall approx 15 mins on foot. The flat is about 12 mins walk from Waverley Station, just to the NE of Princes Street - we found it very easy to get to the Royal Mile, the new Scottish Parliament, Calton Hill etc etc. I'd thoroughly recommend this flat without any hesitation, and judging by the entries in the guest book, so would many others.