Located in a quiet street just off Morningside Rd, this apartment is a haven for self-catering guests. Walk to superb cafes and excellent pubs, or head to the city centre in 10 minutes by bus. The apartment features a new kitchen with an induction hob, fan-assisted oven and very well-stocked utensils; plus free superfast fibre Wi-Fi.
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Exceptional
Entire apartment
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 480 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Homely 2 bed apartment in the vibrant Morningside area of Edinburgh.
Located in a quiet street just off Morningside Rd, the area is served by many buses, running frequently to the city centre, Princes Street and Royal Mile in 10 minutes, or walk to the old town in 15 minutes. Walk to superb cafes, excellent pubs, supermarkets and lovely little individual shops. The apartment is serviced and run by the owners and we supply thick towels, 100% Egyptian cotton bed linen and give you a welcome tray to get you started. A popular and interesting area of the city in which to relax after a day's sightseeing. The new kitchen has an induction hob and fan assisted oven, dishwasher, microwave, washing machine, fridge and freezer. Very well stocked with new crockery, cutlery, pans, cook's knives and utensils for four people. The bathroom has a new white suite of bath, shower, basin and WC. Selection of books, tourist information, DVDs, CDs, and games. Free superfast fibre Wi-Fi.
We have equipped the apartment specifically for self-catering with everything we could think of to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. We manage it ourselves and give great care in cleaning, maintaining and updating all facilities, information and equipment. We have a well established five gold star (Scottish Tourist Board) B&B in Edinburgh, Violet Bank House, and have several awards for high standards. We give the same care and attention to detail to this apartment and our guests.
Parking:
Parking charges of £2.80 per hour apply from 8:00 am until 5.30 pm Monday to Friday only. Between 5.30 pm and 8.00 am on weekdays and all day on Saturday and Sunday there are no restrictions in the on-street parking bays or single yellow lines. There is also limited all-day parking available at the Merlin Roadhouse on Morningside Road, the rate for this is £10 per day and on-street parking at Clinton Road for £6 per day during metered hours. Both locations are just 2 minutes walk from the apartment.
If you don't intend on using your car during your stay please contact us and we can advise further options.
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Street parking available
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Freezer
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Egyptian cotton sheets
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Fan
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: There is a covered bench in the front garden.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Things to do
Golf
Optional golf privileges
Snow sports gear
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Swimming nearby
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Note from host: Service dogs accepted with a deposit.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: We can provide travel cot and high chair.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
There is a covered bench in the front garden.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
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 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-70417-F
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Edinburgh, this apartment is in the city centre. Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and Royal Mile. Travelling with kids? Make time for Edinburgh Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Murrayfield Stadium. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Usher Hall
7 min drive - 2.3 km
Grassmarket
7 min drive - 2.3 km
Princes Street Gardens
7 min drive - 2.3 km
University of Edinburgh
8 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Edinburgh Haymarket Station
6 min drive
Haymarket Tram Station
6 min drive
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
29 min drive
Restaurants
The Ball Room Sports Bar & Pool Hall
6 min walk
Greggs
8 min walk
Montpeliers
12 min walk
McLarens on the Corner
10 min walk
Bennets of Morningside
6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Homely 2 bed apartment in the vibrant Morningside area of Edinburgh. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Homely 2 bed apartment in the vibrant Morningside area of Edinburgh.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Homely 2 bed apartment in the vibrant Morningside area of Edinburgh.?
Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Homely 2 bed apartment in the vibrant Morningside area of Edinburgh.?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Homely 2 bed apartment in the vibrant Morningside area of Edinburgh. located?
This family-friendly apartment building is located in the city centre, within 2 mi (3 km) of The Meadows, University of Edinburgh and Grassmarket. Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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This property was just as advertised. Steve was a great host. Walking distance to everything you could need, we enjoyed our stay and would stay here again. Thank you!
Great flat just outside downtown Edinburgh. Very convenient to the central city via the bus which is within walking distance. Quiet neighborhood with everything you could need also within walking distance. Steven was a great host. Would certainly look at renting again if we were back in Edinburgh.
Matthew M.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022
Archival
8/10 Good
Hans V.
15 Sept 2011
Lovely place to stay
After a warm welcome by Reta, we (parents & 2 teenage girls) had a lovely stay in this cosy, well-equipped and clean appartment. It is an ideal place to relax after a visit to the busy center of Edinburgh. It is situated just outside the center in a very safe and quiet area. There are plenty of small shops, pubs and restaurants in the neighbourhood and a large supermarket (Waitrose) around the corner with fresh bread in the morning. Visiting the center of Edinburgh can easily be done by bus (busstop is a 5 minutes walk away, waiting time at most 10 minutes). In short: great place to stay!
Hans V.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Bryan B.
8 Dec 2014
A wonderful aprtment in lovely Morningside
We love Morningside and with the efficient and frequent city buses, all of Edinburgh is virtually at your doorstep. Also, it is so convenient to have the Waitrose grocery store just a block away and, of course, Canny Man's pub nearby. John, Reta and Steven are all very friendly and accommodating and helpful as landlords. There was a small building problem we merely mentioned during our stay and they were right on top of it! This is a really nice apartment with comfortable accommodations - and being on the ground floor is a bonus. Highly recommended!
Bryan B.
Archival
8/10 Good
Vern T.
9 Sept 2016
A very neat, clean place. Also very comfortable, and close to the city Centre.
We will be back in a few days to spend six more days here. It is a wonderful apartment, and a great area. If we are ever back in Scotland, this is where we will stay.
We do have one suggestion: we were ten minutes late and received a parking ticket. The parking authority said the owners could apply for a certain number of free parking spots per year. We are not sure what would be involved, but it would save a lot of hassle.
Other than that minor problem, this is a great place to stay.
Thank you.
Vern and Sheila. John and Pat
Lovely clean apartment in great location for visiting Edinburgh. Host was easy to deal with. We will use again.
Janet C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ulrich B.
11 June 2019
Wie Zuhause
Perfekte Unterkunft für unseren Städtetrip. Wir haben uns wie Zuhause gefühlt. Tolles Apartment mit großartiger Ausstattung, ruhig, Supermarkt und Bushaltestelle um die Ecke.
Ulrich B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Philippa M.
27 Nov 2017
Splendid apartment
We loved it. The apartment was really welcoming, had everything we could have needed. It was easy to travel into the city centre and has shops and good restaurants nearby. We would recommend it lots.
Philippa M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Chris R.
5 June 2017
Great flat in Morningside
Great location; excellent furnishings and fittings. Helpful landlord.
Chris R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Cath S.
23 Mar 2017
comfortable and welcoming apartment in lovely area
A modern and spacious apartment which is very well appointed. Large comfortable beds in both bedrooms. Felt like home from home. We were welcomed by the owner, who showed us around and helped with our queries. Minutes from local amenities including the bus stop for transport into the city centre. Would definately recommend this apartment
Cath S.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Ann S.
27 Aug 2016
Just what we wanted for a week in Edinburgh
The apartment was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. The owners gave us a warm welcome and made sure we understood how everything worked. It was convenient for shops, restaurants and buses and we had a really good week. The neighbours were friendly too!
Ann S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Steven P.
14 July 2016
Brilliant
We had a lovely stay in morningside, could not fault the apartment or the owners. We were made very welcome ,would not hesitate to go again.
Try Nonna,s Italian restaurant ,pure bliss. The Canny Man pub also worth a visit, very quirky.
Steven P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Lucie W.
25 Jan 2016
Lovely flat, great location would recommend
Lovely property in a quiet location close to Morningside road.
We were very impressed with now well the property was equipped and would definitely recommend as a great Edinburgh property to rent.
Thank you
Lucie W.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
David M.
15 Dec 2015
Perfect base for exploring Edinburgh
A lot of thought has gone into making this apartment the perfect place for a holiday in Edinburgh, from the high quality furnishings and decor, to the well-equipped kitchen and the thoughtful and informative information folder. The flat is in the ideal location; Morningside is an individual and distinctive neighbourhood, with lots of interesting independent shops, restaurants and bars. It's a leisurely walk into town, or a short inexpensive cab ride. There are also frequent buses along the main road. It's much better value, more comfortable and flexible than a hotel, and everything you need is a very short walk away. We really enjoyed spending a weekend here, and as regular visitors to Edinburgh, we are planning to return in the not-too-distant future.
David M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2015
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Anne B.
3 Dec 2015
Excellent location and lovely accommodation
Well equipped , comfortable and warm flat.Felt like home quickly
Excellent shops and cafes nearby.
High quality linen and nice crockery and cooking utensils
Anne B.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Lin P.
28 Sept 2015
Wonderful stay
We so enjoyed our stay in this lovely apartment. Every amenity, clean, comfortable and very convenient. Will certainly be staying here agin. Thank you.
Lin P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2015
Archival
10/10 Excellent
I M.
26 Aug 2012
Fringe Accomodation
Just a quick email to say what a treat it was to stay in your accomodation
in Morningside. Great location near bus route, shops etc. The property was very inviting, clean and furnished to the highest standard. We particularly liked the quality of the sheets and towels! You have thought of lots of little things that make it a real home from home. John was so helpful on arrival even though we were later than planned - sorry again. We look forward to our next visit.
I M.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
David W.
3 Apr 2012
Fantastic apartment and location
One of the best apartments we have stayed in for a long time.very clean and of a very high standard. ideal location for exploring the city with buses very frequent and only takes 5 minutes to the city center. plenty of shops locally for all the essentials. overall a fantastic place to stay. highly recommended.
David W.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
David B.
9 Feb 2012
Great location and ideal apartment
We had a great stay in this apartment. We're a family of 4 with two young kids. The apartment matches the description, is very clean and has everything you need. Reta was very friendly and made sure we had everything, even supplying some toys to keep our 2 year old occupied!
The location is ideal in a quiet street, with supermarkets, various interesting shops, cafes, restaurants and a cinema a few minutes walk.
There are many regular buses to and from central Edinburgh and other areas around town. Its also relatively central so a pleasant 30 minute walk through Bruntsfield and down through "The Meadows" to the main tourist spots in Edinburgh such as the High Street and Castle etc.
David B.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Hanna A.
19 Sept 2011
Wonderful place in a wonderful city
We loved this flat.
It was very clean and well equipped with just everything you can think of (even a dish washer).
The Landloards are very friendly, uncomplicated and really hospitable.
The flat has 2 sleeping rooms with double beds, a bath room, a kitchen and a living room with books, magazines and a TV etc. You can easily walk to the city centre of Edinburgh - or take one of the direct buses (its only a few stops to the most beautiful places of Edinburgh). The area itself is very pretty, clean and there is a big supermarket just a few steps from the house. For all those heading to Edinburgh, it could be the chance of staying at a lovely flat with really friendly landloards. A enjoyable citybreak!