10/10 Excellent
Kirsten V.
27 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Kirsten V.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2019
Entire home
Sleeps 10, near Royal Mile, beautiful house
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Reviews
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10188 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Edinburgh, Scotland
- Place, Royal Mile5 min drive
- Place, University of Edinburgh6 min drive
- Place, Edinburgh Castle7 min drive
- Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)25 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Sleeps 10, near Royal Mile, beautiful house
Ideal for groups performing or visiting for the Edinburgh Festival: walking distance from all the venues, yet hidden in a beautiful, quiet area away from the busyness. This is an Edwardian house near Arthur's Seat. It is a lovely 20 minute walk through Holyrood Park to get to the Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace and the Parliament. The front door is paces from the famous mountain in Edinburgh's centre. The back windows look at the sea and Portobello Beach which is also 20 minutes walk away. The house is light and airy and comfortably furnished. Towels, sheets and pillowcases are all new and white. Lots of Free Parking spaces outside.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view
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- Washer
- Dryer
- Outdoor space
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Edinburgh
Located in Edinburgh, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and Grassmarket. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Edinburgh, Scotland
What's nearby
- Arthur's Seat - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
- Royal Mile - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
- University of Edinburgh - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
- Edinburgh Castle - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min walk
- Jock's Lodge - 4 min walk
- KFC - 17 min walk
- Bellfield Brewery Taproom - 14 min walk
- The Safari Lounge - 17 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
8.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Brian J.
20 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and convenient
Brian J.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
William M.
1 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodations, location, host
William M.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Eileen J.
13 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for large group
Eileen J.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
6/10 Okay
Benoit G.
19 July 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Cleaning
Benoit G.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
About the host
Hosted by Jean Fraser
I am an author and a publisher and I know Edinburgh very well. I was born here and went to University here. This is our much loved family home during school times and we rent it out for holidays.
Why they chose this property
This house is ideally positioned for a holiday during the busy month of August. Be close enough to the hustle and bustle of the Fringe Festival, but nestled away in a quiet, green residential area. It is on the edge of Arthur's Seat, the famous mountain in the middle of Edinburgh, and a short walk from all the historical sights such as Holyrood Palace and Edinburgh Castle. You can see Portobello beach from the windows, a lively promenade and sandy beach just a short walk away. The road at the bottom of the street leads you out to the many beaches on the coastal routes in East Lothian, to Mussleburgh, Gullane and North Berwick. It is a short drive, or there are many buses that take you there. Waverley train station is just off the Royal Mile and will take you further afield to explore!
What makes this property unique
You get mountain walks, sandy beaches and a bustling city centre all in one. You have access to world class theatres and concert halls during the famous Edinburgh Festival. It is not far from St Andrews for the Golf Open and there are many golf courses in Edinburgh itself. Hogmanay (New Year) is a time of festivities all over the city.
Languages:
English, French, German, Italian
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