350 metres from Edinburgh Castle
Refreshed in March 2019, this gorgeous 4th floor apartment (no lift) with views of Arthurs Seat and the High Street is situated in the heart of Edinburgh on the Royal Mile, approximately 5 minutes to Princes Street, Castle and Holyrood Palace.
Climb the winding staircase to this beautiful apartment in the middle of Edinburgh city centre. Located on the 4th Floor, it offers a little peace away from the bustle of the street below where a plethora of Edinburgh attractions, restaurants and bars are on your doorstep.
Please note that this apartment does not have a formal lounge as it has been setup as an additional bedroom to provide economical value. This has been reflected in the rates payable.
Sleeps 4
2 x Bedrooms
1 x Bathroom
4th floor
Wifi
Sleeping Details
1 x double bedroom, 1 x twin bedroom (can be a double if requested)
DETAILS
On entering the flat linger a while to look at the pictures of Edinburgh past in the wood panelled hallway.
Bedroom 1
This is at the back of the apartment and offers views of Arthur Seat and the buildings of old Edinburgh. This has twin beds offers a great place to relax and unwind. There is a TV, Mirrored wardrobes and other small items of furniture will ensure your accommodation is comfortable.
Dining Area/Kitchen
This room features a large kitchen with a dining table. The kitchen is fully fitted and equipped with a fridge/ freezer, washer/dryer, gas hob and electric oven, microwave oven, cutlery and crockery.
Bedroom 2
Located at the front of the building this carpeted room with a double bed and lovely views of the Royal Mile below.
Shower room
This shower room is a great place to relax after a busy day touring the sights. Fitted with large shower, sink and WC.
Additional information
Ironing facilities and a hair dryer are provided.
The airport drop off point and main railway (Waverley station) are 5 minutes walk.
All gas & electricity costs are included in the rental.
Linen and towels are provided, For bookings 10+ nights the change of these are included in a free service of the property, for more frequent servicing request a quote after booking.
Complimentary tea, coffee and milk are provided for your arrival.
Ironing facilities and a hair dryer are provided.
Daytime street parking is available but is expensive, various longer term parking solutions can be suggested. (However, overnight parking is free from 6.30p.m. to 8.00 a.m. Mon-Sat, and free parking is available all day Sunday).
The airport bus drop off point and Edinburgh's main railway station (Waverley) are approximately 250 metres away.
Restrictions
No smoking is allowed within the apartment.
Pets are not allowed.
We regret that this FOURTH floor flat will be unsuitable for some people with disabilities as there are only stairs. NO LIFT is available.
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
Fridge/freezer
Oven
Microwave
Linen provided
Bath towels provided
Bedding provided
Cot / travel cot
Hair Dryer
High chair
Iron / ironing Board
Washing machine
Satellite / Cable
Freeview / Freesat TV
TV
Internet access
WiFi
Pets not allowed
Personal meet & greet available
Nearby amenities and recreation
Gym
Bar / Pub
Restaurants
Museum
Nightclub
Supermarket
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.
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