500 metres from Edinburgh Castle
Candlemaker Row is a first floor apartment in one of Edinburgh’s historic buildings, formerly an 18th century coaching inn patronised by the city’s candlemakers, sensitively restored by a conservation trust. The front door and staircase give access only to this and to a second floor privately owned flat.
Candlemaker Row is located only 500 metres from Edinburgh Castle, in the picturesque Old Town of Edinburgh. Situated in the city centre, Candlemaker Row is within easy walking distance of major tourist attractions, cinemas, theatres, concert halls, art galleries and restaurants, and adjacent to the lively and fashionable Grassmarket area. Ideally located for the Edinburgh Festival, Fringe and Hogmanay. Also convenient for the University of Edinburgh and the National Library of Scotland.
Sleeps 2 (+2)
1 x Bedroom
1 x Bathroom
1st floor
Wifi
Sleeping Details
1x double bed and double sofabed (please advise if required for only two guests)
DETAILS
Built into a slope, the property faces on to Candlemaker Row which runs down to the Grassmarket. The little sash window set deeply into the thick stone wall at the rear looks directly out at ground level on to the ancient Greyfriars Church and kirkyard, scene of many dramatic events in Scotland’s history. Opposite the window is the gravestone where Greyfriars Bobby, famous for canine fidelity, waited 14 years for his master to return.
All rooms are on the first floor and consist of a small hallway, a large sitting/dining room with open plan kitchen, a double bedroom and a bathroom with bath, shower, washbasin and WC.
The rooms retain great character, are light, sunny and well-proportioned, decorated in keeping with the traditional architecture.
Sitting / dining room
In the sitting/dining room the original stone fire surround has been retained. The furniture is a tasteful mixture of modern and antique. There is a full sized double sofa bed.
Bedroom
The bedroom has secondary glazing and lightproof curtains.
Kitchen
The original shutters on the kitchen window have been retained. The kitchen is modern and fully-equipped and includes a washer-drier and dishwasher.
Additional information:
All gas and electricity are included in the rental. GCH throughout
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 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.
* Well behaved pets by prior arrangement.
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 are sent out in the formal confirmation.
Entry is from 14:00 onwards but if nobody has booked to depart on your day of arrival it may be 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
Washer / dryer
DVD player
TV
Internet access
Telephone (incoming calls only)
WiFi
Pets not allowed
Personal meet & greet available
Nearby amenities and recreation
Cycle hire
Gym
Shops
Bar / Pub
Restaurants
Café
Internet Café
Museum
Nightclub
Express supermarket
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 700 metres from the apartment.
TRAM
Edinburgh trams run approx every 8-10 mins (Sunday 12-15 mins) and can be found right outside the terminal. The nearest drop off point for the apt are the Princes St stop which is approx 700 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/check-out
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
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.
Candlemaker Row, Old Town
Sleeps 2-4, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1st floor apartment, Wifi