“Enjoyed our stay in the house, adequate space for two adults and teenager. Welcome pack was much appreciated. Although a little out of the centre bus stop very close and buses frequent. Only downside being on street parking resticted to meter during the week, but managed to get our medium hatch into the small garage with very little room to spare”
“extra tv in main bedroom would have been good. didnt think there should have been extra charge for sofa bed as the flat was advertised as sleeping 7. otherwise very good”
“Derek was so friendly and helpful in the run up to and during our stay. His apartment is lovely - stylish, clean, spacious, well-equipped and comfortable. It is not far from the centre, easily walked; or you can get a cab for about £7. There is free street parking in a quiet area only 5 minutes walk away. We highly recommend Derek's flat, and we would definitely stay again if returning to Edinburgh.”
“A really good flat and bolt hole while attending the Fringe. Perhaps we are used to traffic/passing noise but I found it almost tranquil... I took a laptop so the lack of any TV signal was not a problem as the free wifi came to the rescue. If there was any niggle it was that the kitchen area and facilities are limited but if you eat out or manage with kettle and microwave the it is adequate. Overall a great little flat with access second to none to the Royal Mile and Edinburgh in general.”
“Stayed in the flat 08/08/2012 to 10/08/2012. Myself and 4 other adults. Excellent location - Castle /Royal Mile / Grass market only a few mins walk away. Only reason I rated the flat as very good and not excellent is the communal hallway into the flat leaves a bad first impression. Although once inside the accommodation is more than adequate. Clean linen provided and good kitchen facility. Only other pointer is the shower tap seems to be in reverse. To get cold water turn to red and vice versa.”
“Don't be deceived by the outside appearance of 9 Grindlay Street or the dark worn stone steps as you walk up to the third floor flat 6. Inside the flat is attractively decorated and the whole flat is very comfortable. The views of the back of the castle from the two bedrooms are amazing. We enjoyed looking at the castle fireworks display at 10.30pm during the Tattoo. It's handy having an extra toilet in the flat as well as the bathroom. We had a lovely holiday and I would stay there again without hesitation.”
“Very comfortable house. Large lounge with 32" LCD TV. Main double bedroom with TV good size,other bedrooms small but adequate.Sunny kitchen with french doors opening onto terrace and steps down to back garden overlooking river. 40 mins walk to Princes Street or bus routes 12,26 & 31 pass nearby.”
“The flat is well placed for getting into Town or out to explore further afield.short walk for good Pubs & eating restaurants.Clean & well kept,my only critisism is there was no toilet paper provided.We have stayed in many self catering apartments & this has always been there.”
“The apartment was clean and spacious with useful secure off-street parking for one car. If planning a stay you might like to know that the fourth bedroom is an internal room without windows. Two good clean bathrooms, both with an electric shower. Excellent local amenities and frequent bus services to town. It's a good mile to the Pleasance etc but we knew this and like walking! Owner was very helpful regarding provision of more door keys. We had a very enjoyable week.”
“Initial impressions were that the flat was a little tired and shabby. However it was well equiped,clean and comfortable but if more than 2 adults stay here it will be a squash. The loo takes a very long time to refill between flushes. The location is great as the street is quiet and everywhere is within easy walking distance. We would stay here again for this very reason. It was great to have internet access. The info folder is a bit messy and we missed the timings for putting out the rubbish may be a laminated sheet with key info could be left on the kitchen table.
All in all we enjoyed our stay and would recommend Edinburgh Flats.”
“Social areas excellent, the second double room not really a double. You need to sort the ventilation in the bathrooms, this was not working. Everyone had a lovely ho.iday”
“Lovely friendly welcome. Nice clean apartment with a very well equipped kitchen and fantastic shower. Twenty minute walk to the centre, but plenty of buses so a very convenient location. Only slight quibbles were: could have done with a bigger table, another chair in bedroom and duvets fell off, but overall, we had a very pleasant stay.”
“Really well placed for George Street and other venues for the Edinburgh fringe. Lovely and thoughtful touches like leaving milk and biscuits in the kitchen. Flexible about collection of keys which was a great help. Might have helped to know there was a nursery next door as frequently awoken in the week by noisy toddlers in the morning, but very peaceful and quiet at night.”
“The flat was perfectly situated for the Tattoo and the Fringe - we walked everywhere. Wonderful view of the Castle from the back. Very clean. Compact but comfortable for five adults (including the one on the sofa bed - me). Letting company easy and pleasant to deal with. Thank you.”
“The flat is a good size nad was very clean and tidy.
In an attempt to be helpful in making this a perfect experience I would suggest some small things. A bit more crockery in the kitchen, newer towels in the bathroom and less furniture in the lounge. Also couldn't get the tv to work but that's probably more to do with me!”
“Easy to navigate, well organised booking and payment.
Efficient and friendly meet and greet service.
Apartment was a compact but well laid out, homely 2 bed-apartment. Well maintained and clean - like somebody actually cared. Well equipped with virtually everything you could need - although we didn't find the microwave (under the sink!) until we were packing up to leave.
Easy walking distance to all of Edinburgh's main attractions. Nearest free parking approx 1 mile away - which in Edinburgh is brilliant!”
“The apartment has many positive features (spacious, clean, quiet, well appointed kitchen). Utilities work and are easy to control. There are a few negatives, possibly subjective for some visitors :
- walking distance to "city center" at the comfort limit.
- the close vicinity looks a little "drab".
- the building common spaces are not welcoming.
- the bathroom faucets are separate (cold/hot), more than annoying.
- the TV set is smaller than a laptop monitor ... but plenty of programs available (no "sports").”
“Hosts were great and fast at responding to msgs and phone calls. Flat is very nice, modern and central. We found sharing 2 bathrooms amongst 13 people a bit difficult but the bathrooms are large, clean and well maintained. Flat is probably more suited for 13 than 16, unless there were few children who can share the sofa beds in the living room.
All in all really nice flat, recommended along with the hosts.”
