A short walk from University of Edinburgh and Royal Mile, A fabulous 2-bedroom apartment in the heart of Edinburgh provides a playground, laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4915 sq ft
Popular amenities
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Parking available
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About this property
A fabulous 2-bedroom apartment in the heart of Edinburgh
The Forrest Road Residence is a fabulous 2-bedroom apartment that enjoys an unrivalled location set in the very heart of Edinburgh. Positioned right on the edge of the city’s historic Old Town, you are surrounded by an abundance of character and ‘must see’ attractions. Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile and the beautiful open green spaces of The Meadows are all just an easy stroll away. The National Museum of Scotland and the University of Edinburgh are also within walking distance. The Old Town itself and the Grassmarket area have a wide array of restaurants, cafes, bars, and eclectic boutiques - you really will be spoiled for choice of things to do. Princes Street, St James Quarter and George Street are within easy walking distance and afford a wider range of larger retail stores.
This apartment presents contemporary interiors throughout, that sit perfectly alongside original retained features; ornate cornicing, exposed floorboards, fireplaces, and high ceilings - all typical of old Edinburgh architecture.
When you’ve had your fill of exploring the closes and cobbled streets, sit back and relax in the generous, contemporary sitting room, decorated in the latest chic colour palette, and take full advantage of the huge flat-screen Smart TV and complimentary WiFi.
You’ll find everything you need for your self-catering holiday in the roomy, traditional kitchen, including a large oven and hob, along with a solid wooden dining table that seats four guests. Other appliances consist of a fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave, and dishwasher. And that all-important coffee machine!
You have the choice of two bedrooms to rest your head. The master suite boasts a super king-size bed and original marble fireplace, and the other also has a feature fireplace and a king-size bed. Both have plentiful storage.
Please note we do not provide hypoallergenic bedding at our properties.
A slick shower room with a spacious walk-in shower, complete with a rainfall shower head completes this wonderful home from home.
And this property benefits from a private parking space - a real rarity in the city centre!
A meet and greet service is provided, whereby you will be met at the property to be provided with keys and to be shown the property. Please arrange your arrival with the property manager.
Entry to the apartment is from 16:00 onwards; however, please note that arrivals after 19:00 may incur a late arrival fee of £25 for unsociable hours with arrivals after 22:00 incurring a late arrival fee of £40. Arrivals after midnight will access the property via a key safe. If you are arriving earlier than 16:00 on your day of arrival, it is always worth contacting the property manager as they will always endeavour to give you access as soon as possible.
The latest departure time is 10:00, however, a guaranteed later departure (up to 20:00) can be arranged for a fee of 50% of the daily rate for that day but please note this is subject to no existing booking arriving that day already.
A £200 refundable damage/security deposit is due 7 days before arrival, and refunded after departure.
All properties are strictly non-smoking, and do not accept hen/stag/party groups. At least one guest must be over 25 years old.
Layout
The front door opens to a large hallway, leading to all other rooms - two bedrooms, living room, kitchen/dining room and shower room.
Sleeping Arrangements
Bedroom 1: super king size bed Bedroom 2: king size bed
Exterior
Traditional Edinburgh tenement building.
Getting there
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Accessibility
This property is located on the 2nd floor, reachable by stairs only. No lift.
Registration and Compliance
Registration or Licence Ref: EH-70950-F EPC: C
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
Smart TV
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Tennis
Cycling nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
No Smoking
No Pets
No Parties/Events
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Old Town Edinburgh, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, is home to this apartment. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and George Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
Is A fabulous 2-bedroom apartment in the heart of Edinburgh pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at A fabulous 2-bedroom apartment in the heart of Edinburgh?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at A fabulous 2-bedroom apartment in the heart of Edinburgh?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at A fabulous 2-bedroom apartment in the heart of Edinburgh?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is A fabulous 2-bedroom apartment in the heart of Edinburgh located?
Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment building is steps away from The Meadows and University of Edinburgh. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are also within 10 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 11 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 14 minutes.
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A fabulous 2-bedroom apartment in the heart of Edinburgh Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Great property, Very comfortable and central to everything. Check in and out were simple. The property manager was great and very responsive. We would definitely stay here again.
This flat in Edinburgh is centrally located, with a great little coffee shop next door. The beds are comfortable, and the living room is spacious, a wonderful place in the city!
Absolutely loved this place. Convenient to walk to everywhere we wanted to go. Very clean and beds were so comfy. Tony was so helpful with the check in and check out. If you have a car there is a space to park. Would definitely recommend this place to stay.
Great location and an easy walk to the Royal mile. Great places for dining and gelato within a short distance of the apartment. Appreciated the great communication from Tony on the day of our arrival.
Ideal Location, Quiet even though in a central location, Cook’s kitchen, every mod con imaginable, huge salon, 2 huge bedrooms, great shower. A+ Property Manager Highest Recommendation We are booking again.
The apartment is beautifully decorated. Very spacious and clean. We felt we could walk to most everything we wanted to see. Walking distance to the train station, castle. Royal Mile, etc. Lots of pubs and restaurants close by. We loved our time there.
We had an amazing time at this flat. It was the perfect location to old town and a short walk to city central. The flat was huge and was as described. Easy checkin and literally no concerns. I definitely would recommend. Great restaurants!!! Would stay here again
My husband and I came to visit our daughter who is getting her masters and Uni of Edinburgh but she wanted to stay with us while in town. This flat is very spacious and beautiful. It was very clean and had all the amenities needed to spend a week there. The location is fantastic and close to all. There are plenty of pubs, coffee shops and restaurants nearby too. Loved staying here. It was great to come back in the middle of the day to rest and relax and look out from the gorgeous big windows. Fantastic time in Edinburgh and this place was one of the reasons why.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review
8/10 Good
Diana
1 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the property. It was spacious, clean and well-equipped. Towels and linen were good. Location and communication with the host were great. Within walking distance of most sights but had a bus-stop outside for venturing further. The stairs to the 2nd floor were the only thing we didn't like - not recommended for those with reduced mobility. Otherwise, fantastic!
Property is on second floor, which is 45 steps up. This entry had some outdoor graffiti and does not look so great, but once in the flat, it is sparkling clean with nice amenities. L shaped sofa is very comfortable and also the beds. Washer dryer works quickly and kitchen is well stocked with cookware. Location is excellent. Scotland museum is two blocks away and the Royal mile is a 10 minute walk away. Lots of pubs and cafes nearby. Walk from train station is about twenty minutes. Manager met us on site and was very responsive when the pilot light under the hot water tank got turned off. Would stay here again!
Convenient and amazing city location w/ city sounds
Tony was amazing and so very accommodating. He was available for questions and info and responded quickly. Location was incredible and we were able to walk everywhere we could've wanted! The flat was well decorated and cared for and was very nicely sized. There are a couple coffee shops and a mini market right outside of the door- very convenient!
I would recommend a white noise machine to help drown out the noise at night if you're not used to sleeping in the city.
Note for travelers** We rented a car for our next destination which required loading up on the street Sunday and parking patrol was all over us so think about parking if you go that route.
The apartment was lovely, very clean, easy walking distance to most of what we wanted to do.There was an issue with one of the appliances and lit was taken care of immediately
My husband, adult son & I had a great 3 day stay in this luxurious flat while we enjoyed central Edinburgh. Right in the hub of the city, but still peaceful inside, very comfortable/spacious for 3 adults & great communication with the owner - fab😊
The apartment was lovely, conveniently located, and the host met us immediately upon arrival. The walkup was as described, so there were no surprises. Having a washer and dryer was an additional amenity that came in handy. The grocery below also was very convenient. I would definitely stay here again.
This property is the perfect location for walking everywhere in Old Town and beyond and the parking is a real bonus. The host is great and very accommodating. Communication was next level and they were so helpful.
The apartment is beautiful and spacious.