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“Cosy and comfy”
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2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, Sleeps 4
Edinburgh, Scotland
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salamande...
Vancouver, Canada
Level 3 Contributor
17 reviews
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common_n_hotel_reviews_1bd8 3 helpful votes
“Cosy and comfy”
Reviewed 13 August 2015 for a stay in July 2015

This flat is in a great location and provides everything you need for a short and sweet stay in Edinburgh. There is no denying that it is small (particularly the bedrooms - not much room for luggage), but, really, don't you want to be out exploring the city???

We loved the exotic (to us) steps leading up to the flat, and the story behind the owner's acquisition of the flat - both giving us a sense of life in Edinburgh at a different time.

The owner was great to deal with - prompt to reply and very accommodating.

Date of stay: July 2015
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Would you recommend this hotel to a friend?   Yes.
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Management Response
13 Aug 2015
Ah! .. the first time in the last 34 reviews we have dropped below five stars, so we need to work harder. Yes the two bedrooms are cozy but that goes with the territory for a 200 year-old Scottish building of this type. Hopefully the large walk in cupboard in the hall provided sufficient storage and the large kitchen / living room was comfortable. Will check the quality of the kitchen utensils and upgrade accordingly. Also need to check the out the bathroom as it very unusual for us to drop below 5 stars for that. Anyway, many thanks for the comments. Most helpful.
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SuzyCerb
Dumfries, United Kingdom
1 review
“Quiet but central location in an historic New Town apartment.”
Reviewed 7 August 2015 for a stay in July 2015

A home from home half way between Princes Street and the Botanic Gardens. We loved the location with corner shop and many and varied restaurants near by. The apartment though small seems very spacious. It is also in a world heritage site with historic character. All you would require and more is supplied, even brollies ,games and music!
Patrick's apartment is beautifully kept. The shower room is modern and we found the beds very comfortable.
We would recommend anyone to stay as Patrick is a very informative host and will quickly answer any questions. He is a mine of information on Edinburgh and all his house instructions are easy to follow. He even supplied a bottle of bubbly and suitable glasses to enjoy it for our arrival.

Date of stay: July 2015
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Travelling group: Extended Family
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend?   Yes.
Recommended for:
Friends getaway Older travelers
Families with young children
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Management Response
9 Aug 2015
We are very grateful for such a positive review. Delighted you enjoyed your stay with us so much and would be very happy to welcome you back on your next trip to Edinburgh. Best wishes.
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liz890
Leicester, United Kingdom
1 review
“Loved the apartment and Edinburgh”
Reviewed 29 July 2015 for a stay in July 2015

Would Like to thank Patrick for a great stay in a lovely comfortable apartment. It is situated on a very nice Georgian Street with lots of character. It is only a 10 to 15 minute walk into the centre of the old town and there are numerous places to eat near the apartment. Had everything we could want for our stay - including a Pub on the corner! Patrick greeted us with a bottle of fizz which was very nice, and was on hand if we had any problems.

Would definitely stay here again if we come back to Edinburgh which we hope to do!

Date of stay: July 2015
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Liked best: The location
Liked least: The T.V. kept switching channels - minor irritation!
Travelling group: Teenagers
Your age range 50-64
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend?   Yes.
Recommended for:
Friends getaway Families with young children
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Management Response
29 Jul 2015
Great to hear you enjoyed your stay in Edinburgh so much and thank you for such a kind review. We would love to welcome you back before too long.
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Deb T
York, United Kingdom
2 reviews
common_n_hotel_reviews_1bd8 1 helpful vote
“Great flat in great location!”
Reviewed 12 July 2015 for a stay in July 2015

Had a really good couple of days here. As described the flat is in a lovely quiet & historic street but close to the centre. It is compact but very well equipped, clean and comfortable - good beds & nice modern bathroom with excellent shower. Patrick couldn't have been more helpful with access instructions & advice for making the most of our stay. Excellent value too! Wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.

Date of stay: July 2015
Travelling group: Friends
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend?   Yes.
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Management Response
13 Jul 2015
Thanks for such a pleasant, positive review. Very much appreciated. Obviously, we would love to welcome you back in the not too distant future.
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Anna L
The Hague, The Netherlands
1 review
common_n_hotel_reviews_1bd8 1 helpful vote
“a great flat”
Reviewed 28 June 2015 for a stay in May 2015
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We're actually from Edinburgh and come back regularly to visit friends/family and enjoy the place, so you can take our word that the location is great for visitors: not in a touristy spot yet central. It is old beautiful Edinburgh indeed, good location for foodies (margiotta 200m, an institution), good location for kids (play park 300m, plus the botanics next door)... It is a lovely little flat, freshly decorated/kept, by British standards the bathroom is fabulous, great linen, good beds... and a very helpful owner.

Date of stay: May 2015
Travelling group: Young Children
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend?   Yes.
Was this review helpful? Yes
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Management Response
29 Jun 2015
Thank you. What a lovely review. Very much appreciated.
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