Title: Family home in an old gym with1k sqft party room just 1 min walk from George St Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=95472230&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Family home in an old gym with1k sqft party room just 1 min walk from George St Holiday home with kitchen, steps from George Street ## Photo gallery for Family home in an old gym with1k sqft party room just 1 min walk from George St ![Interior - Family home in an old gym with1k sqft party room just 1 min walk from George St (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95480000/95472300/95472230/a8b5a771.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi - Family home in an old gym with1k sqft party room just 1 min walk from George St (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95480000/95472300/95472230/eb416357.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Family home in an old gym with1k sqft party room just 1 min walk from George St (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95480000/95472300/95472230/5caadc57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Family home in an old gym with1k sqft party room just 1 min walk from George St (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95480000/95472300/95472230/204c67d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Books, stereo - Family home in an old gym with1k sqft party room just 1 min walk from George St (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95480000/95472300/95472230/649aa970.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Edinburgh's First New Town, this unique property offers a blend of history and modern comforts. Unwind in the top floor room with its vaulted ceiling, concrete kitchen island, and Sonos speakers or explore the nearby bars and restaurants on George St. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms3 bathrooms3100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Family home in an old gym with1k sqft party room just 1 min walk from George St \*Now VAT registered. For those with UK VAT numbers who can reclaim it should now be detailed on the invoice\* We've spent the last 2 years restoring this fabulous space and turning it into our family home. Originally purpose built in the 1850's as a gymnasium, it has also been used as a Mason's dance practice area, an artist's studio, and also a Festival venue. It is amazingly located in the centre of Edinburgh's "First New Town", less than 1 min walk from the junction of George St and Frederick St. Look on a map and you'll see how central this is! You are surrounded by all the bars, restaurants, pubs, venues, transport links and history of the famous New Town, yet on a quiet bar free one-way street where you won't hear much. Unusually there are also 2 private parking spaces with the house. The showstopper in the house is the top floor room, which is the original gymnasium with period vaulted ceiling and 'lantern' - a glass room bringing extra light into the space. The room is around 10m x 10m in size, and we've turned it into our living and entertaining space. It has a large concrete kitchen island, 2x Gaggenau ovens, an induction cook top, a Quooker hot water tap, and 4 Sonos speakers with sub. On the ground and lower floors there are 6 bedrooms. One has a "triple sleeper" bed - this can be used either as a double bed or bunks, another can be set up as either a super king or two singles, a further 2 have king size beds, a further room has a standard single bunk bed (sleeps 2) and the "Master" room has an enormous Conran Shop steel super king 4 poster bed. There are 2 fully equipped bathrooms - each has a rainfall shower and a separate bathtub, and twin sinks. There is a further toilet with a sink. This is our beautiful family home and we look forward to welcoming you and your guests to stay in it! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 accessible parking spaces - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smooth flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre ### 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) - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Double-glazed windows - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 3,100 square feet - Water dispenser ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111570000/111565700/111565693/717c3281.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 20 Linen Loft - 2 Bed Apt Fife - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=111565693&PinnedHotelID=111565693&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33585100/33585012/e9677da9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fabulous Georgian family Townhouse. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20 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 Safety features at this property include a deadlock 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 Property Registration Number EH-65350-F ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Located in Edinburgh, this holiday home is in the city centre. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit George Street and Princes 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. [Visit our Edinburgh travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh.dx6069845) [View more Holiday homes in Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6069845-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.95354%2C-3.20234&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bz0qTk_LBBsBD9TOb_j-lfqCex0=) Edinburgh, Scotland ### What's nearby - ![street view of George street at Edinburgh, scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6152386/71e8313a-bb03-4920-b0db-8a1c587b45df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) George Street 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Walter Scott Monument in the Rainy Day, Edinburgh, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129679/519ee91c-169e-4464-8e7f-889b559cf4ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Princes Street 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Princes Street Gardens which includes a fountain and a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081311/a5bc4b4c-a11b-4090-9981-7283ade2fb85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Princes Street Gardens 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Gorgeous Edinburgh architecture ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1100/a7125417-d159-4ff0-93da-4eae99ad1e4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) St. Andrew Square 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500994/fa5ce512-5bc1-4346-92b7-925b310f5462.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Edinburgh Castle 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Princes Street Tram Stop 6 min walk - Edinburgh Waverley Station 14 min walk - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 35 min drive ### Restaurants - Greenwoods 2 min walk - Knoops 3 min walk - Element 4 min walk - Fat Hippo 3 min walk - Kitty O’Shea’s 2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Family home in an old gym with1k sqft party room just 1 min walk from George St pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Family home in an old gym with1k sqft party room just 1 min walk from George St? ### What time is check-in at Family home in an old gym with1k sqft party room just 1 min walk from George St? ### What time is check-out at Family home in an old gym with1k sqft party room just 1 min walk from George St? ### Where is Family home in an old gym with1k sqft party room just 1 min walk from George St located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Family home in an old gym with1k sqft party room just 1 min walk from George St Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 14 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Noel C. 23 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy this VRBO was the perfect place for me and seven members of my family during a three day stay in Edinburgh. The location was perfect, the kitchen and bedrooms were well stocked, we really enjoyed staying there and had so much fun. I will definitely recommend this VRBO to any group and hopefully we’ll get back there one day ##### Noel C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ganesh R. 8 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Excellent stay and Matt is a great host! Spacious, prime location, well kept, clean and Matt was always responsive. Definitely will stay again when back in Edinburgh. Highly recommend - Matt made it very easy. ##### Ganesh R. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chloe S. 3 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Clean, spacious , as advertised in a convenient location. Very kid friendly and the host was very kind, communicated quickly and most accommodating. Very pleasant first time in Scotland. Thank you, Matt. ##### Chloe S. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judi F. 23 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful space. All bedrooms were very comfortable. Looks just like the photos.Amazing location… we were able to walk to everything and the tram to the airport is within a couple of blocks. Lots of great restaurants in the area and grocery and drug store were close by.Host was easy to communicate with and accommodating. We had a great time! ##### Judi F. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael H. 7 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Unique Place in Edinburgh This location was incredible. Perfect access to shopping, restaurants, pubs, and more. Excellent communication with the host, and check-in/check-out was a breeze. ##### Michael H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rikki H. 9 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Amazing place, very modern. Host was great, easy to communicate with and gave so much excellent information. Walking distance to everything, shopping, eating, pubs, you name it, it was right there. Kitchen area had everything we needed. Beds were comfortable and spacious except one room by the door was rather small and loud with our big group coming and going. The other 5 bedrooms were spacious, comfortable and clean. Would definitely stay again. ##### Rikki H. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristin M. 20 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful visit to Edinburgh What a fantastic home for a large number of people! There is so much space, lots of beds and in a perfect location! Everything was great and we would happily book this house again on our next visit. Matt’s communication was excellent and he was quick to respond when I would ask a question. The use of the garden was an extra special treat! ##### Kristin M. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie Y. 18 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing property, perfect location Matt's house was comfortable, stylish, and perfectly located in the new city - quick walks to other neighborhoods, with bunches of great bars and restaurants just a few blocks away as well. Matt was a fantastic communicator, and our group of seven adults had a lovely time and would go back in a heartbeat. ##### Jamie Y. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter K. 27 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend family trip A perfect spot for a weekend trip to Edinburgh in an unbeatable location. The house is very comfortable for a large group and Matt was extremely responsive and always there to answer any questions. Thumbs up! ##### Peter K. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trisha M. 20 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Fantastic place. Excellent location. And wonderful communication from the host.! ##### Trisha M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicholas W. 19 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The entire house is very comfortable and equipped to an exceptionally high standard. It is extremely well located in the New Town, about 5 minutes walk from Princes Street and about 15 minutes walk from Waverley station, with very many good restaurants nearby. The host has thought of everything and the welcome information and welcome in general was comprehensive and thoughtful. I would book this accommodation again without hesitation. ##### Nicholas W. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison S. 22 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Spent two weeks at Edinburgh Fringe and couldn't have asked for a better home base. The house is lovely with an open kitchen/dining/living space that was great for socializing. The sleeping spaces are lovely with lots of options. Plus, the location is excellent for shopping, dining, and enjoying excellent coffee. The host was extremely responsive and supportive throughout our stay. The only inconvenience was the lack of storage space for clothing and such. There is a hanging rack in each room, but nothing else. Be prepared to live out of your suitcase. ##### Alison S. Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2025 ---