Beautiful Old Merchant's House in Historic Central Edinburgh

Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Living area | TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, shampoo

About this condo rental

Located in Edinburgh, this lovely condo for $479 per night is a great choice for your next break. We would like to assure all our guests that during thee difficult times we are implementing stringent new measures in order to minimise potential spread of Covid-19. These include extra cleaning protocols with disinfectant, contactless check-in, downtime between stays where possible. We have been awarded the Covid-19 'GOOD TO GO' certificate devised by the UK Tourist Boards to denote adherence to enhanced procedures in relation to the virus. Our Gayfield Square apartment is our fabulous two bedroom property situated in a fantastic position, right in the heart of our wonderful historic city. In fact you couldn't get better - the apartment is located on a beautiful leafy square in the elegant Georgian New Town. Residential and quiet, yet just a few minutes walk (about seven) from the hustle and bustle of Princes Street and George Street and from there easily accessible to the castle and Royal Mile. Moreover, we're just round the corner from the funky Broughton Street area with its great selection of restaurants, cafes and bars as well as some lovely 'local' and quirky shops (the best butcher in town, great health food store and fishmonger to name a few!) The apartment is typical in design for its era, dating back as far as 1820, and built with the grandeur that represents Georgian architecture in its prime. It's also quite a one off with its own private entrance, private front garden and back patio (very unusual for a property in such a central location of Edinburgh). The entire apartment is on the ground floor with only one step up into the front garden so is very accessible for those who have difficulty in managing stairs. Interior style is sophisticated, contemporary and calming with a lovely blend of old and new. The main sitting room is a very spacious 16 x 13 feet with beautiful working fireplace (living flame gas fire), ornate cornice work and double windows with views to the front gardens and square beyond. Furniture comprises a comfortable sofa and contemporary Barcelona chair both in white leather as well as two antique gilt chairs upholstered in a bold print motif. Original art pieces hang on the walls throughout the property. The bedrooms are quietly located with cosy European king sized leather bed in one and white wooden Georgian style bed in the other, again European king sized. Wall coverings are in calming taupe and pale mocca colours. One bedroom is serviced by an en suite shower room with walk in shower with chocolate leather effect tiling. The other is serviced by the main bathroom with corner bath and shower. The kitchen is fully equipped - a large range cooker/oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer - a great cook's kitchen as well as being a very sociable space to sit round the large black granite kitchen table whilst you eat or watch the cook at work! French windows from the kitchen open up to the back patio/sitting area. We also supply a complete pack in the apartment which will guide you through how to use everything and also a great guide to our favourite restaurants, cafes, shops and top tips on things not to miss out on while you're visiting. Wifi internet access is available throughout the apartment. We think we've created the ideal retreat to explore our wonderful city- we really hope you'll agree if you come and stay with us! Keywords: Historic, Apartment, flat

Amenities

Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Edinburgh

Reviews

5.0/5.0
Outstanding(189 Reviews)
5.0
Jan 2024
We came to Edinburgh for the Hogmanay celebration and wanted to stay close to the festivities. This was a great location, close to restaurants and pubs, also a short taxi ride to most points of interest. The house was very comfortable, plenty of the daily need, dishes, towels etc. The accommodations were very comfortable and clean. I would definitely recommend this property for a stay in Edinburgh. The owner was very responsive and helpful with any questions to meet our needs.
5.0
Dec 2023
This is a beautiful property with everything you need to have a comfortable stay. I would recommend this place to anyone coming to Edinburgh. Perfect location and beautiful interior. There were very detailed instructions in the kitchen for how to use everything and also recommendations for local shops and restaurants.
5.0
Dec 2023
This is a beautiful property with everything you need to have a comfortable stay. I would recommend this place to anyone coming to Edinburgh. Perfect location and beautiful interior. There were very detailed instructions in the kitchen for how to use everything and also recommendations for local shops and restaurants.
5.0
Nov 2023
This is the perfect spot for two couples. It's fully equipped, quiet, comfortable and in a great location. And Robin is a first-rate host with excellent communication and assistance. Would happily stay here again!
5.0
Nov 2023
Wonderful apartment located close to the center of the city but tucked away on a quiet street. Property has everything you need and is clean, comfortable and warm, perfect for chilly fall nights. Robin was very helpful and proactive checking in with us to make sure we were settled and had everything we needed. Lots of good recommendations from both the owner and prior guests.
5.0
Nov 2023
We loved our stay in Robin’s apartment in Gayfield square. It’s wonderful inside, spotlessly clean, comfortable beds, nice and warm, and lots of supplies in the kitchen as well. The kitchen overall is very well equipped, we wanted for nothing. Lovely to have milk and prosecco in the fridge, and also sweets and delicious home made shortbread! The location is excellent too - at the quiet end of the square, yet just a couple of minutes walk to a wide choice of restaurants, plus the buses and trams, and only a ten minute walk from the train station as well. Highly recommended, this is definitely my first choice of places to stay in Edinburgh.
5.0
Nov 2023
My step son is at the University of Edinburgh for his semester abroad. This apartment was perfect for us—two bedrooms, two baths. He was able to get away from the dorms for a few nights. The property is spotless, fully appointed with every detail you can imagine. We cooked and ate in a few nights. The beds and linens are amazing. The property is in a great central location—we walked everywhere. The neighborhood is safe and the property secure—very quiet with a beautiful park across the street. I would absolutely stay here again. Robin is a wonderful and attentive host—he kept checking in to be sure we had everything we needed. I have already recommended this property to my friends who want to visit Edinburgh. I will definitely return. Thank you, Robin!!
5.0
Oct 2023
We spent 5 nights herein late October; the location of the flat meant that we had easy access to everything that Edinburgh had to offer; climbing Arthur’s Seat, going to the old town as well as shopping. We also got the tram over to the West End and walked down to Dean Village and the back to the flat. There are plenty of restaurants within walking distance as well. The flat is very comfortable and has everything that we needed; communication with the owner was first class, they always replied to our questions by text or on the Vrbo chat. We had a great time

FAQs

How much does this condo cost compared to others in Edinburgh?

The average price for a rental in Edinburgh is $120 per night. This rental is $359 above the average.

Is parking included with this condo?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beautiful Old Merchant's House in Historic Central Edinburgh. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this condo?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this condo. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Beautiful Old Merchant's House in Historic Central Edinburgh pet friendly?

Yes! This condo is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Beautiful Old Merchant's House in Historic Central Edinburgh?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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