City Centre Studio Flat With Magnificent Edinburgh Castle & Rooftop Views
Quiet City Centre Location - All Amenities on Doorstep
Sleeps 2 (Studio)
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Fabulous location. Close to everything, yet quiet. Magnificent rooftop and castle views from all windows. Private car parking (when available) or NCP car park next door. All city centre attractions within easy walking distance. All public transport close by. Situated by Edinburgh's ancient Grassmarket, with its cosmopolitan variety of cafes, bars, restaurants, theatres and quirky shops. A 10 minute walk will bring you to our famous Princes Street and its gardens. Many of the museums, galleries and attractions in Edinburgh city centre and the Royal Mile are also an easy stroll from the studio flat. The apartment is located in a quiet part of the building, away from the bustle of the main street. It is part of a gated community, with security entry. The Grassmarket is an area steeped in history, retaining its old town charm and character, and providing the visitor with an array of interesting places to visit. A lovely, bright, clean and cosy flat, which we love to stay in ourselves.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 2 January 2012 - 31 March 2012 | £55 | £300 | 7 | |
| 1 April 2012 - 31 July 2012 | £65 | £375 | 2 | |
| 1 August 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £110 | £550 | 2 | |
| 1 September 2012 - 29 December 2012 | £65 | £375 | 2 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week/per night in UK Pounds.
Arrivals and departures can be any day of the week. Deposit required to book, and full payment 8 weeks in advance. Long winter lets also available at discounted rate. Usual minimum booking is 2 nights, but if one night is required, a supplement will be applied.
Changeover day
Changeovers can be any day of the week. Departure is usually by 10:30am, and arrivals after 4pm, unless by prior arrangement. Keys will usually be posted to visitors.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Spacious, bright living room with amazing views. Watch TV while in the cosy hideaway double bed. The flat is at the back of the building, away from the main street, so is very quiet. Comfortable, deep mattress & quality bed linen. A great sleep! |
| Bathrooms: | Freshly decorated, spacious bathroom with 3 piece suite and power shower over bath. Towels and hand made guest soaps provided. |
| Kitchen: | Separate from living room, the kitchen has table and chairs, washing machine, microwave, cooker, fridge, kettle, toaster, coffee press, all crockery, cutlery, kitchenware and glasses. Fabulous view of Edinburgh Castle, cobbled lanes and The Old Town. |
| Utility Room: | Ironing board and iron, clothes airer, vacuum cleaner, etc., hairdryer, hair straighteners. |
| Living Rooms: | Bright and cosy living room with 32" HDTV + freeview, DVD player + films, CD/radio/iphone/ipod player, telephone, free wifi. Comfy sofa and easy chair. Ample cupboards. Lovely views. Warm, peaceful, quiet and relaxing. |
| Other: | 32" HDMI TV, DVD player + selection of films, CD/radio/iphone/ipod player, telephone and free Broadband. Parking available in secure,communal garage (small extra charge) or NCP car park 5 minutes walk away. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Linen and towels provided. Apartment cleaned, linen and bed changed at every changeover. Ample supply of extra bedding and towels also provided. All utilities (electricity, phone, internet) included + tea, coffeee, sugar, milk, salt, pepper, condiments. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge microwave washing machine iron/ironing board tv telephone internet access central heating high chair |
| Location Type: | town |
Notes on accommodation
Music system + CD's
DVD player + selection of films.
32" HDTV
Free Wifi internet.
Heating and electricity included.
Inflatable mattress can be provided for child / 3rd person (small extra charge.)
Sorry - no smoking in the flat or the corridors.
The flat is unsuitable for children between the ages of 1 - 4 years, and if bringing a child of that age, a damage deposit would be required.
Accessibility
Two flights of stairs up, so not suitable for those who would find stairs difficult. Not suitable for young children.
Secure bike store.
Outside
The flat is in a superb location, with lovely views from all windows, and although it is in the heart of the city (and the Grassmarket being one of Edinburgh's most desirable, trendy locations) the living accommodation is quiet, relaxing and secluded.
The building is part of a gated community with security entry.
Webster's Land is a private, gated community, with security access. There is also an undercover, private car park. Key on request.
The Grassmarket has long been a place of entertainment, from medieval times to the present day. It has recently undergone a complete upgrade, with central performing arts areas and outside catering. The Grassmarket has its own special magic, and is especially lovely at Christmas time.
The exact location of the flat is EH1 2RX and this can be found on Google maps. Guests are always delighted with the accommodation and its splendid location. Please contact owner for website address for more information on the Grassmarket.
Coast/Beach
45 minutes drive to the nearest beach.
Golf
Close to Edinburgh's many golf courses, including Braid Hills, Craigentinny and Silverknowes. An hour's drive will take you to Gullane, Muirfield and North Berwick. St. Andrew's and Gleneagles are also within reach of a day trip.
Rugby grounds are also close by!
Skiing
Close to Hillend Artificial Ski slope.
Travel
Edinburgh airport 8 miles away.
Waverley train stations is within 10 minutes walk.
Haymarket station is within 20 minutes walk (or a £5 taxi ride.)
Buses to all locations on doorstep.
There is an airport bus from Edinburgh into the City centre.
All other locations within Scotland can be easily reached by train or bus.
Distances
Less than 5 minutes walk:
Grocers/newsagents
Edinburgh Castle.
The Grassmarket and its quirky shops and trendy cafes.
Cinema, theatres, art Galleries, museums and places of interest within easy walking distance.
A range of cosmopolitan restaurants, bars, pubs, clubs and cafes in Grassmarket and adjoining streets.
All areas in Scotland within easy reach, train stations close by.
Local bus to/from airport (Lothian bus#35.)
Local buses to other areas of the city go past the apartment block.
Further details
5 - 10 minute walk: Princes Street and Princes Sreet Gardens.
Edinburgh International Conference centre. Royal Mile and the Old Town. Grocers and Small supermarkets within 5 minutes walk. Theatres and galleries. Restaurants, shops, cafes, historic monuments and places of interest all close by. Good location for rugby grounds. (Murrayfield 20 mins drive.) Good location for golf courses. Good location for city centre attractions. Train stations within 10 mins walk, with trains to all areas of Scotland. Tour buses and local buses, tourist information and hotels all within easy reach. Taxis in plentiful supply. Cash machines and banks within 5 - 10 minutes walk.
Booking notes
Entry can be any day of the week. Payment is 8 weeks proir to entry. Terms and conditions with booking form will be sent. Keys and directions will be sent prior to entry. Times of departures and arrivals can be varied to suit travel arrangements.
Guest comments
Everything I needed and more. Racheal Sullivan, London.
The place is perfect! Location amazing! Jean McNaughton, Canada.
It was one of our best experiences ever. Rachel & Eric, SA
Thank you so much for the firework display welcome on Sunday night, how did you arrange it? Judith & Allan, Sydney.
It's all about the location they say, and this one is absolutely perfect fort he Fringe, situated bang in the middle of all the venues. ...brilliantly equipped with awsome views thrown in! Frank & Lee, Andover.
It went beyond our expectations - the views, the cosiness, everything we needed to feel at home. After a long day of sightseeing it was such a pleasure to open the door into a place that felt like home. Laurie & Don, Winnipeg.
If I came back for Hogmanay I would stay in and watch the fireworks from the window! David & Nicola, Durham.
We should have stayed longer. Mick & Maggie, Australia.
House swap
House swap considered - for 2.
Owner profile
John & Deborah with Molly, at home.
About the owner
Deborah and John Sneddon, both in mid 50's.
I (Deborah) am a teacher and my husband, John, works for the NHS. We have 2 grown up sons and 3 dogs.
I am an Accredited Landlord with Edinburgh City Council and we have a number of other residential properties within the city and the surrounding district. My husband and I have been running this little flat (our favourite) as a holiday let for almost 3 years and get a great deal of pleasure from it. We do all the work for it ourselves and often stay there when enjoying a late night out in Edinburgh! We take a great pride in the flat and like to hear that others have found it as cosy and welcoming as we do, and the location is perfect!
Year purchased: 2003
Why the owner chose an apartment in this location
We bought this flat because we love the area, and it was perfect for us to enjoy nights out in Edinburgh, being within walking distance from everything. It is easy to look after, is very secure, cosy and has fabulous views. It is also in a quiet part of the building, so there is no street or traffic noise. I (Deborah) feel safe there when I am staying on my own. We also love to breakfast at Cafe Jaques, across the road (feels very decadent!) and just watch the world go by.
There is also a garage, and because we live in the country, we need to bring our car into the town, and so the parking is extremely useful.
Unique benefits of the property
Garage
Close proximity to everything.
Easy to look after.
Cosy and quiet.
Great views.
Feels nice.
For booking and further information
Property Ref SC88
Contact Name:
Deborah
(UNITED KINGDOM) +44 01501762551
Alternate Contact Details:
(UNITED KINGDOM) +44 07803003361
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