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Exceptional gem in the Georgian New Town - haven of calm, luxury and style.

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Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Interior
Smart TV, books
Parking
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 255 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Princes Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Royal Mile
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the area

Edinburgh

A stay at this apartment places you in the heart of Edinburgh, within a 15-minute walk of George Street and Princes Street. .This apartment is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and 1 mi (1.7 km) from Edinburgh Castle.
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What's nearby

  • George Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Princes Street - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Royal Mile - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 17 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Archipelago Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cumberland Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Pantry - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪St. Vincent - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Angel - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Exceptional gem in the Georgian New Town - haven of calm, luxury and style.

We open the doors to our stylish pied-a-terre. This ground-level flat with private entrance welcomes you to the heart of Edinburgh's New Town UNESCO World Heritage site, but is mere footsteps from cosmopolitan George St. or the delights of Stockbridge.
Completely reworked to an exemplary standard by a dedicated team with an unflinching eye for quality and detail. The brief: to meld modern flair and convenience with the quiet elegance and discreet grandeur of its Georgian past. This philosophy has enabled us to place every home comfort against a backdrop of restored sash windows, cast iron radiators, lavish paneling, quality ironmongery and indulgent plaster cornicing.
Once inside you'll find generously proportioned rooms, comfortably furnished and thoughtfully lit with eclectic artwork and premium fixtures - many items amassed carefully over time with interesting stories to tell. Everything points to your comfort, enjoyment and wellbeing, helped by us being Edinburgh locals who can step in and assist should the need arise.
Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and a washing machine.
This smoke-free apartment offers books.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property manager

Martin or Weng

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 592 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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-66105-R

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Exceptional gem Georgian Haven Calm Luxury Style Apartment
Exceptional gem Georgian New Town Haven Calm Luxury Style
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Exceptional gem in the Georgian New Town - haven of calm, luxury and style. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness

A perfect flat

My wife and I stayed in this flat for 5 nights. We have stayed in 7 Vrbo properties previously in London, some of them more expensive than this one. We both agreed that without question this was our favorite and best experience. The flat was beautifully decorated, very quiet, had all the amenities, friendly neighbors, and a great location - in stylish New Town, and within walking distance of all the historic Edinburg sites, even the Botanical Gardens. ( I hesitate to praise this flat too much; I don’t want it to get all booked up; my wife and I would like to come back within the year - but I owe it to Martin and Weng to be honest. )
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous flat, convenient and comfortable

We stayed for 8 nights and found the flat perfect. The flat is central within easy walking to the centre of Edinburgh as well as Stockbridge,gorgeous parks, restaurants and cafes. Our hosts Martin and Weng were amazing. Their flat is pristine with lovely furnishings. The bed is super comfortable with lovely linens. The kitchen was well appointed with all appliances and kitchen utensils looking brand new. AllInstructions are clear and easy to understand . Cannot recommend this accommodation more highly.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super VRBO

If you are like me you often find that the VRBO you rented on line doesn’t always live up to your expectations when you arrive in person. Well, this flat not only lived up to my expectations but far exceeded it. Photos don’t do it justice. It is exceedingly well furnished, very clean, and has a great location. As a bonus it is on a quiet street on street level. No stairs to climb up nor down. In addition, hosts Martin and Weng supplied us with a welcoming tray of food items. From 1 to 10 this is a eleven stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

cathy s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay in Edinburgh

The flat was charming with modern kitchen and bathroom. We were pleasantly surprised to find the kitchen stocked with enough for breakfast and some cooking basics. Hosts were very responsive, and the location was great. The washer/dryer combo was wonderful to have in the middle of a long trip.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

greg a.

Liked: Cleanliness

beautifully presented

Excellent location, with all facilities and more with many unexpected extras such as breakfast foods , milk, wine, and excellent folder explaining all the facilities and their operation
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a lovely place to stay!

Wel love this part of Edinburgh at the edge of New Town and Stockbridge. So easy to get anywhere and so many local pubs, restaurants, and places to buy fresh fish and meat. The flat is immaculately finished with everything you'd need for your stay. We've stayed at Martin and Weng's other flat and this one was just as lovely, if not more so I can not recommend highly enough. The attentioon to detail and needs is superb. Many thanks.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M., Austin

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place

We had a great time and really enjoyed Martin & Weng’s VRBO. Everything was perfect. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constance L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loveliest spot ever

It was truly delightful to stay in this apartment. The location is superb, the owners were very responsive, and I was very comfortable for the month that I was there. Anyone would be lucky if they were able to stay in this lovely, beautifully decorated apartment.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A beautiful Edinburgh haven

My husband and I stayed here over Christmas and New Year. The communication during booking was great and nothing too much trouble for the owners. Arrival was very easy and every guide/instruction book was to hand. The apartment is impeccable in cleanliness and design. This is certainly not your average 'rental apartment'. This is a beautiful home that the owners let out. Everything was of the highest quality and absolutely nothing we needed was missing - all kitchen utensils you would need with additional extras to make your stay homely and comfortable. We especially found the large footstool in the lounge perfect for Christmas jigsaws! Location is super - a 15 minute walk into the city centre. This meant we could pop back for lunch etc and not have a full exhausting day in the busy city. A few minutes walk to Stockbridge through Circus Lane was lovely as was the close proximity to Inverleith park which is stunning. We would absolutely return in a heartbeat if we are lucky enough to return to Edinburgh. A truly stunning apartment with very attentive, yet unobtrusive, hosts.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Way above expectations

Honestly, I didnt do much research when looking for a place to stay. I just looked for places in Edinburgh. This one popped up with 5 stars, so I booked it. Now I know why everyone is rating 5 stars. This place had everything we needed, and more. Everything we needed to know about the flat and about Edinburgh was provided in a very handy booklet. While we were staying, the autumn time change occured and the hosts offered to come fix the clocks if we needed. I had such a great experience here that it is very sad to be leaving, we will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

RANDY A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Place to Stay for Couple

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay on Cumberland Street in New Town Edinburgh! The home was perfectly situated In Edinburgh to access all the places to visit and utilize. We were a 10 to 20 minute walk to shopping, train, Castle hill, Botanical Gardens, Saturday/Sunday Markets, pubs and restaurants. The home itself was well appointed with comfortable chairs, couch, eating area, kitchen, bedroom and bath. Great soaking tub. It was a very quiet area considering it’s proximity to bus stops and street traffic. We walked everywhere we could and took the train to St Andrews (1 hour) and Belhaven Brewery (30 minutes). I would return to this home again, without hesitation and hope I can again, someday in the future.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Flat, Great Location

The hosts are fantastic, great communication, and they thought of everything you could need. It’s very comfortable , recently renovated, and designed with no wasted space. The kitchen is beautiful. Location, walk out the door and find excellent restaurants 2 blocks away. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori V., Near Montreal

Liked: Cleanliness

The best we’ve ever seen.

All I can say is Wow. This was the most well thought out home we’ve ever used with VRBO…and we've used a lot. It is impeccably designed and clean. The thoughtful welcome gift was such a kind surprise and perfectly useful. Communication was immediate and the check in process was simple. We loved our neighbourhood as it was easy walking distance to most and easy access to transport. We enjoyed visiting the Royal Yacht Britannia as well. But the best part was when I had forgotten a whole drawer full of clothing, Martin and Weng immediately communicated with me and quickly sent everything to me at our next destination! Amazing! Wonderful! Thanks so much for all the kindness. There should be more people like you in the world.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic location fantastic flat!

We immediately fell in love with this beautiful flat in a very beautiful, convenient neighborhood. It greatly surpassed our expectations. Martin and Weng were very communicative, going over and beyond in making us feel welcome. We were sad to have to leave the flat. I cannot recommend it highly enough.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pauline C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Apartment

This has got to be the best apartment we have ever stayed in. It was every bit as good in reality as it looked online when booking. It is stylish yet homely and so comfortable we could have happily spent all our time in the apartment!. We already knew the location would be perfect having previously stayed in another property in Cumberland Street, the city centre is easily accessible, although uphill, as is the vibrant up market area of Stockbridge, the Waters of Leith walkway and the Botanical Gardens. Martin and Weng were very helpful and provided an excellent welcome pack. We will have no hesitation in returning and would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property; amazing owners

Martin and Weng have a beautiful flat in a great location - close enough to enjoy Edinburgh’s old town but quiet enough to really enjoy coming “home” after busy days exploring. We thoroughly enjoyed our week there. They are very considerate and communicate every step of the way. You won’t regret choosing this as your vacation home.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael C., Winston-Salem, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Place!

This place is amazing. Great location and Martin and Weng are super hosts. Very clean and comfortable…like home away from home. We look to stay there again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dudley G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stylish

A very stylish and comfortable flat. The attention to detail for occupational use is very impressive./
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

Great location and excellent apartment. Lovely welcome touches - highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Pad!

Lovely property with everything needed for a short city break. I know Edinburgh well having lived there for a while. Great location. Property must have been refurbished recently as it's immaculate. Lovely welcome pack from the hosts too and check in information was good. Will definitely stay there again on a future visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael V., Richmond, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect, again

Can’t say enough about this wonderful flat. Perfect location (just far enough away from the tourist masses, but close enough to walk anywhere), clean, thoughtfully appointed, with the added touch of some wine and goodies waiting for us. This is our second time staying here and we wouldn’t hesitate to do so again on our next visit. It’s perfect, and the hosts are wonderful - thoughtful, communicative and friendly. Can’t recommend them or their flat highly enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roxann M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to stay!

This was by far our favorite property on our trip. The apartment is beautifully decorated, well appointed and very comfortable. You could tell the apartment was loved and It felt like home. Most importantly, it was very clean and functional. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barry L., Champaign, US

Liked: Cleanliness

You can't do better in Edinburgh

Perfect for a couple looking for a quiet, well-appointed flat in a centrally located part of Edinburgh. My wife and I, both around 70, stayed 4 nts while visiting relatives in the area. Given our experience with short-lets around the world, we agreed that this property is the best we've ever rented. The property is very well maintained and nicely decorated. We would happily live here.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie G., chicago

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful 1bdrm in Edinburgh's New Town, incl modern kitchen, spacious livingroom & cozy bedroom.

We loved this artistic 1 bedroom, located in New Town. Our favorite dining spots: Scran & Scallie, Bailie Bar and Nok's Kitchen Thai; also must visit Vino Wines Shop & CheeseMongers. Enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend break

The apartment was immaculate. We spent a very comfortable weekend, visiting Edinburgh for the Six Nations rugby match! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020