Old Town Edinburgh
Castle View Suite 2 is a perfectly located two bedroom apartment at the west end of The Grassmarket which lies within the UNESCO World Heritage Old Town of Edinburgh with stunning views of Edinburgh Castle.
The Grassmarket is a highly sought-after central location in the city of Edinburgh. The majority of historic sights are a short walk away with plenty of restaurants, bars and cafes. Travel down the Mound or through Princes Street Gardens will take you to shoppers heaven in George Street or Princes Street.
Sleeps 4
2 x Bedrooms
1 x Bathroom
1st floor
Wifi
The property has a double bed in each bedroom
DETAILS
Castle View Suite 2 property has recently been refurbished and fitted to a high quality standard. It comprises of a open living space with a windows overlooking a spectacular view of Edinburgh Castle. A smart TV and wifi are included in the property. The kitchen includes induction, electric hob &, combi/oven microwave, fridge with ice box, dishwasher, washing machine, toaster and kettle to ensure you are comfortable for the duration of your stay.
Both bedrooms for guests have a double bed (one a kingsize) and a wall mounted television.
A shower room is in the property but please note that there is no bath.
Additional information
* First floor apartment access by only by stairs, there is no lift.
* * Electric heating throughout, included
* Linen and towels are provided.
* Complimentary tea, coffee and milk are provided for your arrival.
* Ironing facilities and a hair dryer are provided.
* Street parking is available but is expensive.
* The airport drop off point and main railway ( Waverley station ) are 15-20 minutes walk.
Please note that prior to arrival a refundable 200 pounds key/security deposit must be provided.
Restrictions
* No smoking is allowed within the apartment.
* No pets
Access Arrangements
A "meet and greet" service is operated , whereby you will be met at a property at a pre-arranged time to give access. Full instructions of this procedure can be found in the secure guest area after a booking has been completed. It is very important that an approximate arrival time is provided before arrival for this process. Entry is from 14:00 onwards but if nobody has booked to depart on your day of arrival it will probably be very suitable for us to give you entry as early as possible. Departure is by 10am (a guaranteed late departure up to 20:00 can be obtained for 50% of that daily rate. Please contact us if you want to utilise this facility and a price will be calculated).
FACILITIES & AMENITIES
Property facilities
Dishwasher
Fridge/freezer
Oven
Microwave
Linen provided
Bath towels provided
Bedding provided
Cot / travel cot
Hair Dryer
High chair
Iron / ironing Board
Washing machine
TV
Internet access
WiFi
Pets not allowed
Personal meet & greet available
Nearby amenities and recreation
Shops
Bar / Pub
Restaurants
Health Spa
Café
Car hire
Cycle Paths
Galleries
Internet Café
Museum
Nightclub
Theatre
Super Market
Express Super Market
Parking
DIRECTIONS
It takes approx 30-35 minutes to get from Edinburgh airport to the city centre. The main railway station, Edinburgh Waverley, is approx 250 metres from the apartment.
TRAM
Edinburgh trams, approx every 8-10 mins (Sunday 12-15 mins), right outside terminal, the nearest drop off point for the apt are the Princes St and St Andrew Sq stops both are approx 800 metres away. Cost 8.50 pounds for adults and 4.50 pounds for children for a RETURN journey.
AIRPORT BUS
Airport express buses can be found every 15 minutes outside the terminal building. The closest drop-off point is on Waverley Bridge, approx 300 metres from the apartment. Costs are £7.50 per person for a RETURN journey.
TAXI
Many taxis can be found right outside the terminal building and will cost £15 - 20 for a one-way journey. However a taxi will drop you off right outside the property you have booked.
PARKING
Street parking is enforced Mon-Sat 08:00 - 18:30. It is expensive and inflexible as you can only stay in one spot for a few hours.
There are many city centre car parks to choose from, you can use these for a short time or full days which cost approx £16 or more, or enter the postcode of the property you have booked into this website http://www.parkopedia.co.uk/
Edinburgh is a relatively small city centre and is much better explored on foot. If you do not plan your use your car much, leave your car in a well lit residential street outside the restricted city centre, the whole operation should take approx 30 minutes. Alternatively, the return journey in a taxi from an unrestricted area (approx 2.5 km) would be less than one days parking charges.
Check-in from 14:00.
You will be asked to check-out before 10:00.
Late Fees
Please note that arrivals after 19:00 will incur a range of late arrival fee.
**LATE ARRIVAL: fees, 19:00 - 22:30 - 15 pounds, 22:31 - 00:00 - 30 pounds and 00:01 - 02:00 - 50 pounds.
The latest access can be given is 02:00, otherwise it is given at 08:00 the next day.
Deposit
A deposit of 25% is payable on booking and the outstanding balance of the rental price must be received 2 months prior to your arrival date. For bookings made less than eight weeks before your arrival date the whole rental price falls payable at the time of booking. Please note that a separate 200 pounds refundable key/security deposit must be provided prior to arrival. This is rescinded 5 days after departure.
Castle View Suite 2, Old Town Edinburgh
Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1st floor apartment, Wifi