Stay in this tranquil and gorgeous City Centre home, for a unique Edinburgh experience
5.0
Outstanding(22 Reviews)Apartment in Edinburgh
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, TV and more
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About this apartment rental
Tranquility in the heart of the city, The New Town Idyll sublimely combines the essential elements of central location with carefully picked pieces of furniture and global art. These elements add to the interior themes of travel and a love of Scotland.
-Booking Requirements-
One member of the booking party must be over 30 years. We require names and ages of all guests, as well as proof of address and ID of the lead guest. This is required within 2 days of booking.
We will require the lead guest to sign a copy of our terms and conditions. We reserve the right to vet any booking.
Our properties are protected by SUPERHOG, the digital trust platform that enables Hosts, Operators and Guests to confidently transact in the short-term rentals space.
Please note that once you have booked, you will be contacted by SUPERHOG directly to verify yourself and process a £650 deposit or £35 damage waiver. The damage deposit payment will incur a £10 fee. This superhog verification must be completed two weeks prior to check-in.
- Important -
This apartment is not suitable for stag parties, hen parties or young single sex groups or parties.
Layout
There is a magical quality to the light in this apartment that imbues a sense of calm and the elegant and hugely spacious interior complements the ambiance wonderfully. The interior has warm neutral furnishings, complementing the sunny tones of the wooden floors. There are touches of African, Global and Scottish art which give the apartment a delightfully exotic yet homely feel.
Sleeping Arrangements
1 King size bedroom with en suite
1 Queen size bedroom
1 Twin bedroom
Exterior
Classic Georgian Townhouse style building set in New Town close to the Scottish Gallery and Omni Vue multiplex cinema. Walking distance from the city centre and the Castle.
Local Area
This area is part of the original plans for the New Town designed by James Craig. He implemented a grid-style pattern to make travel around the area as simple as possible. His portrait is hanging in the near by National Portrait Gallery. With plenty of lovely little lanes and mews houses you can spend an afternoon looking around, and local grassy areas you will never be short of things to do. There are lovely local restaurants like Stac Polly which offer Modern Scottish Cuisine and bars such as The Stand Comedy Club which offers live comedy shows.
Getting there
!Please contact the property manager to arrange a time to meet you at the property on arrival as there is no reception area or onsite staff to assist you if you arrive without notice!
- Executive Car transfer
Arrive in style and relax after your journey. The Edinburgh Address can organise a transfer straight to your apartment.
- Airport Black Taxi
You can also get a taxi from the airport to your accommodation too. This can be pre booked by yourself or you can get one once you have arrived.
Accessibility
This property is not suitable for those with mobility issues due to the number of stairs up to the property. There are 72 steps up to the property
Registration and Compliance
Registration or Licence Ref: EH-70104-F (expiry: 15th Sep 2025)
EPC: D
-Booking Requirements-
One member of the booking party must be over 30 years. We require names and ages of all guests, as well as proof of address and ID of the lead guest. This is required within 2 days of booking.
We will require the lead guest to sign a copy of our terms and conditions. We reserve the right to vet any booking.
Our properties are protected by SUPERHOG, the digital trust platform that enables Hosts, Operators and Guests to confidently transact in the short-term rentals space.
Please note that once you have booked, you will be contacted by SUPERHOG directly to verify yourself and process a £650 deposit or £35 damage waiver. The damage deposit payment will incur a £10 fee. This superhog verification must be completed two weeks prior to check-in.
- Important -
This apartment is not suitable for stag parties, hen parties or young single sex groups or parties.
Layout
There is a magical quality to the light in this apartment that imbues a sense of calm and the elegant and hugely spacious interior complements the ambiance wonderfully. The interior has warm neutral furnishings, complementing the sunny tones of the wooden floors. There are touches of African, Global and Scottish art which give the apartment a delightfully exotic yet homely feel.
Sleeping Arrangements
1 King size bedroom with en suite
1 Queen size bedroom
1 Twin bedroom
Exterior
Classic Georgian Townhouse style building set in New Town close to the Scottish Gallery and Omni Vue multiplex cinema. Walking distance from the city centre and the Castle.
Local Area
This area is part of the original plans for the New Town designed by James Craig. He implemented a grid-style pattern to make travel around the area as simple as possible. His portrait is hanging in the near by National Portrait Gallery. With plenty of lovely little lanes and mews houses you can spend an afternoon looking around, and local grassy areas you will never be short of things to do. There are lovely local restaurants like Stac Polly which offer Modern Scottish Cuisine and bars such as The Stand Comedy Club which offers live comedy shows.
Getting there
!Please contact the property manager to arrange a time to meet you at the property on arrival as there is no reception area or onsite staff to assist you if you arrive without notice!
- Executive Car transfer
Arrive in style and relax after your journey. The Edinburgh Address can organise a transfer straight to your apartment.
- Airport Black Taxi
You can also get a taxi from the airport to your accommodation too. This can be pre booked by yourself or you can get one once you have arrived.
Accessibility
This property is not suitable for those with mobility issues due to the number of stairs up to the property. There are 72 steps up to the property
Registration and Compliance
Registration or Licence Ref: EH-70104-F (expiry: 15th Sep 2025)
EPC: D
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Edinburgh
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(22 Reviews)5.0
While generally our stay in the apartment was quite enjoyable I do have a few comments:
At checkin we noticed the absence of toilet paper and dishwasher soap while this was remedied the next day, it was a little off putting
The kitchen is quite well equipped at first sight, but it looks like the cups and mugs are more the leftover after many breakages, so there was no complete set. With regard to the cutlery there were no knives for cutting and preparing meals (even if we found a knife sharpener and a bread knife). So, preparing meals become quite complex…
The living room couches were quite worn and could use a refresh.
We were told we could only have one set of keys, which is not the most flexible arrangement for a group of adults. We used the outdoor key lock, but I did not find that very comforting
Imagine our surprise when cleaning staff showed up on Saturday in the apartment one full day before our scheduled move out (caused by an alleged snafu in systems we were told…)
None of the above prevented an enjoyable stay, but they took away a little of the shine.
5.0
After 4 years at the Unioversity of Edinburgh, my family and I travelled up to attend my son's graduation ceremony. The flat was in an excellent location for the university, restaurents and pubs/bars. The flat itself was lovely, a classic New Town property. The bedrooms and bathrooms were all generously sized, as was the sitting room. The property was all we wished for and more, I could not reccommend this proeprty enough.
5.0
As a family of 5 we were very comfortable here. It was exactly as described with nice views and a great location that was very walkable. Wish we could have stayed longer to explore the Stockbridge area.
5.0
Our family group of 6 truly enjoyed our stay. The home had plenty of space for us. Having two full bathrooms plus an extra toilet meant nobody had to wait for the bathroom! The location in New Town was walkable to Waverly Station as well as plenty of shops and restaurants. The neighborhood was quiet and very safe. Highly recommend!
5.0
Even more spacious than advertised - very cozy, well-equipped, and a fantastic location for exploring and enjoying the city.
5.0
We loved our stay in Edinburgh and would have loved to have stayed longer. The place was perfect for us and the location was fabulous. We will be visiting again!
5.0
Our family of 6 thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Edinburgh. The beds, bedding, showers and all furnishings were very comfortable. The steps were challenging at times but also gave us more exercise. We did not use the kitchen much but it seemed to be well equipped for cooking. Nice location to walk to many great destinations.
5.0
Loved staying at this house in beautiful Edinburgh. The pics don’t do it justice it is very spacious and beds were extra comfy. Short stroll away from anything we wanted to do in town too. Highly recommend
5.0
We loved our stay here! The home was even more lovely than pictured. Very, very spacious and an excellent, quiet location. Bed were comfortable, bathrooms were sparkling and the kitchen was well appointed. Would love to stay here again!
5.0
Beautiful apartment in a beautiful neighborhood. Would definitely stay again. You do have to be comfortable with stairs though.
5.0
Loved the space for our six person group; three large bedrooms w/multi-bath, sizable kitchen, dining room and common area. Location was around a 20 minute walk from the Royal Mile. Place has everything you would need for a short/long family vacation around Scotland.
5.0
This was exactly what we wanted for a family vacation in Edinburgh. Great location a block from Tesco and a short walk to the Royal Mile, Castle and all the rest. 3+ meter high ceilings, large comfy living room. Three big bedrooms with two beautiful bathrooms. An old property, the living and dining rooms have apparently original, now decorative, fireplaces. Separate washer and dryer are better than the standard multipurpose European laundry unit. Drip and Nespresso coffee makers in the flat.
Possibly the most beautiful flat I’ve stayed in as a VRBO. Be mindful of the four flights of stairs up to the flat, but it was definitely worth it and I had two 70+ seniors with me.
5.0
Perfect location, amazing flat, great space/views/kitchen/bathrooms. Team before and during stay fantastic. We’ll be back!
5.0
As a family of five with teens and a 4 year old this property was perfect. Quiet location close to everything and extremely spacious. A few family friendly pubs and restaurants in close proximity and easy to walk to all the key places in the city.
5.0
Beautiful flat in New Town Edinburgh, fantastic location, beautifully appointed. Easy walking distance to Waverly Station and Royal Mile. Very easy process. One caveat for anyone with mobility issues, no lift, 2.5 flights walk up. Would definitely stay here again.
5.0
Propriety was as described and in a great location.
Parking was a bit of a pain but that’s an Edinburgh thing and not unique to this property.
There’s lots of stairs up to the property so if you are travelling with a lot of bags be aware.
5.0
Such a lovely location and a stunning spacious apartment. For those not so good on their feet it is 3 flights up the stairs and no lift.
Had a great stay and the quality of the accommodation added to it.
Shout out to Karen who was really helpful in organising key collection and advising on parking and was genuinely lovely.
Highly recommend
5.0
Property is terrific. Very well located. Walking distance from lots of restaurants and attractions. The neighborhood is very quiet. Very well appointed and maintained. The apartment is on the third floor. So be aware its five flights of stairs. It’s a good exercise but for older guests it can be challenging, especially with luggage. The internet was quite patchy. It didn’t bother us as we were looking to relax but if you are looking to stream movies or do zoom calls the internet may be quiet weak for that. We loved the place and would highly recommend it. Location and ambiance of the apartment are first rate.
5.0
Idyllic Townhome in New Town Edinburgh
This townhouse is idyllic and the location is perfect. Walkable to many attractions, restaurants, and grocery stores. Nice quiet neighborhood. Rooms are very spacious and easily accommodated six adults. Kitchen had all the amenities.
Karen, our contact person for our stay is wonderful. Very quick to response to requests and offered local inside knowledge of the area. If you are looking for a place to stay in Edinburgh, the New Town townhouse is perfect. I hope to return next year.
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Edinburgh?
The average price for a rental in Edinburgh is $166 per night. This rental is $689 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Stay in this tranquil and gorgeous City Centre home, for a unique Edinburgh experience. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Stay in this tranquil and gorgeous City Centre home, for a unique Edinburgh experience pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Stay in this tranquil and gorgeous City Centre home, for a unique Edinburgh experience?
We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, dishwasher, and tv.
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