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This traditional tenement-style apartment is big enough for an extended family or group of friends visiting Edinburgh. On Lothian Road, it’s a short walk from the high street shops and sprawling gardens of Princes Street and there are plenty of restaurants, pubs and bars right outside your door to choose from. A twelve-minute walk sees you in the medieval Old Town where Edinburgh Castle stands above the city.

Inside, it feels like a mesh of modern and old with a sleek white kitchen sitting against the ornately corniced ceiling. The open-plan living arrangement would suit social butterflies who like to chat away the evening, holed up on the huge slate-grey sofa. Bedrooms feel spacious with high ceilings and there are reminders of tenement life in Edinburgh throughout – the traditional wall press and original fireplaces in some of the bedrooms, for example. 

Lady of Midlothian

We love this architect-designed home, furnished with luxury BoConcept furniture. Relax with your family and friends on the huge sofa, then whip up a full Scottish breakfast in the stylish kitchen. It’s not often we mention an extractor fan, but the one here is quite funky. There’s a homely vibe with the mix of art and plants too. On warm summer days, unwind in the enclosed garden and have a picnic on the grass.

Or head out to explore the delights of Edinburgh, while the Queen’s official Scottish residence, the Palace of Holyroodhouse, is just a ten-minute amble. The Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament are both a fifteen-minute saunter away. Or take the family to Dynamic Earth, a state-of-the-art attraction that tells the story of the planet Earth, a seventeen-minute walk. Another visitor favourite, Edinburgh Castle, is just over thirty minutes on foot (twelve minutes in the car). 


Dream Variations

Nestled close to Edinburgh's city centre, this cosy apartment welcomes travellers and their furry friends. It's worth noting that there are three flights of steps up to this home's entrance and no lift, but it's suited to families and friends alike. The fireplaces make the living room and main bedroom extra comfortable, and the main bedroom enjoys its own en-suite bathroom. The location is the highlight here – you'll be well-placed to explore the city, with just minutes between you and Princes Street Gardens and Edinburgh Castle. Shops and restaurants are within easy reach, and while parking will be tricky, you won't need a car here.

Quaint Quarters

Picture this — an elegant grey-stone exterior with rows of French windows reflecting against the pink Edinburgh sunset. Welcome to Milk Heather. Hints of gold and bronze decorate your apartment while bright light streams through the open windows. Just outside your door is The Scottish National Portrait Gallery. Let the fairytale views of Edinburgh Castle inspire your adventure. Follow crowds as they guide you through bakeries, lively pubs, and eclectic eateries. Have the best of comfort and excitement at this sleek city bolthole.

Milk Heather

Housed in an elegant grey-stone building in Edinburgh New Town – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – this bright studio apartment puts you in a prime position to explore the best of the Scottish capital’s sights. 

Beautifully pared-back with wood floors and large windows letting plenty of natural light pour in, you’ll find this pocket-sized pad has everything you need for a comfortable city stay. Start your day off on the right foot with a relaxing soak beneath the rainfall shower before enjoying your morning coffee and the window-side table. Then, set off for a day of exploring – Calton Hill, Edinburgh Castle, Princes Street and the Palace of Holyroodhouse are all within easy walking distance. You’re also right across the street from The Scottish National Portrait Gallery, while plenty of restaurants, shops and bars wait to be discovered right on your doorstep. After a busy day of sightseeing, chill out in the communal lounge or treat yourself to an early night in your beautifully dressed bed. 


The Lady's Portrait

Picture this — an elegant grey-stone exterior with rows of French windows reflecting against the pink Edinburgh sunset. Welcome to Oak Heather. Hints of gold and bronze decorate your apartment while bright light streams through the open windows. Just outside your door is The Scottish National Portrait Gallery. Let the fairytale views of Edinburgh Castle inspire your adventure. Follow crowds as they guide you through bakeries, lively pubs, and eclectic eateries. Have the best of comfort and excitement at this sleek city bolthole.

Oak Heather

With a quirky, eclectic interior and a great location in Edinburgh's bustling New Town area, this chic and funky studio apartment offers you a stylish base from which to set off and experience the very best of this great Scottish city. Here you will find yourself ideally placed for discovering the city's most iconic sights and attractions, including the majestic Edinburgh Castle that’s perched implausibly atop a hill, and the fascinating Scottish National Portrait Gallery. Of course, then there is also the wealth of shopping opportunities, ranging from high-street favourites to high-end boutiques, as well as popular cafes, bars, traditional pubs, and an ever-increasing selection of world-class restaurants.

Having taken in the sights, sounds, and flavours of this exciting city, you can look forward to returning to the comfort of this boldly colourful, and thoughtfully finished apartment. Unwind in the social living area, which benefits from a large window that allows you to watch over Castle street below, prepare a feast in the kitchen, or freshen up in the modern bathroom before heading back out for a taste of the vibrant local nightlife. Either way, don't miss out on the chance to sample some authentic Scottish whiskey, toasting yourself and your holiday.

Castle Street Cool

Small but perfectly formed, this apartment is a great base in Edinburgh’s New Town. It’s just an eight-minute walk to the Scottish National Portrait Gallery, and Princes Street Gardens are only thirteen minutes away. There are countless bars, cafes and eateries within walking distance, too. The open-plan living and dining space is compact but attractive, and you also have the bonus of a garden to spread out in. The free-standing bathtub is another treat, perfect if you’ve spent the day sightseeing and need to rest your feet.  

The New Town Gem

The fact that you can see Edinburgh Castle out of the window of this apartment gives you an idea of just how good the location is. However, this prime spot in the New Town isn't the only thing we like about the home.

Granted, it's what is sometimes euphemistically referred to as 'compact' with a kitchenette that's only really suitable for modest meals, but that's not necessarily a problem if you're not planning on using it as much more than a base camp from which to explore the Scottish capital. The colour scheme is warm and cosy, while the sleek bathroom is easy on the eye. You're treated to lots of natural light from the big bay window and there are enough comfy furnishings for a couple or solo traveller to be content.

When it comes to seeing a little more of the city, you're covered for restaurants and bars in the surrounding New Town, while many of the must-see attractions are easily reachable on foot – the Scottish National Gallery is about ten minutes' walk away and the Old Town is another five minutes on top of that.

A Room in Bloom

It's quite fitting that this elegant studio apartment with its beautiful painted mural is close to the Scottish National Gallery and Scottish Gallery of Modern Art (both are an eight-minute stroll away). There's more culture to be had at the National Portrait Gallery and the Museum on the Mound, eleven minutes on foot. Edinburgh Castle, St James Quarter, the Scott Monument, and St Giles' Cathedral are all within a fifteen-minute or less wander too. Edinburgh International Conference Centre, on the other hand, is just a three-minute walk, and the University of Edinburgh, the Old Town and the Royal Mile are all under a twenty-five-minute amble, while there are plenty of restaurants and bars nearby for refreshments.

After a busy day of sightseeing, take a seat on one of the comfy chairs and admire the artwork with a wee dram. Or get some rest in the bedroom with its dramatic dark navy-hued wood panelling. We love the character features in this apartment, such as the high ceilings, cornices, sash windows and shutters. After you've put your feet up for a while, get ready in the bathroom with its terrazzo-effect tiling and head to bed or if you're anything like us, sample the restaurants and bars – well, they're close by, and it would be rude not to.



Painting Box

Monochrome style meets Edinburgh's history in this city centre apartment, nestled on one of the city's most famous streets; George Street. The flat pays tribute to city icons such as Sean Connery and Calton Hill with a coherent collection of black-and-white prints lining the living area's walls. Original feature fireplaces in the bedroom, a chandelier in the living room, and cornicing like icing on a cake hark back to the days when horse and carriage would clatter along the wide boulevard below. George Street has its own rich history, originally built as "the principal street" of the New Town. The neighbouring townhouses are architectural marvels. High-end boutiques and upscale restaurants have given these buildings a new purpose in the 21st century. With this apartment, the city's truly on your doorstep. Get out and explore. 

Sir Connery's Dome

If you're a couple, solo traveller or business professional looking to be within walking distance of the majority of Edinburgh's main attractions, then this chic studio is perfect. George Street and Princes Street are a one-minute stroll away, while Edinburgh International Conference Centre is just a three-minute saunter, and the University of Edinburgh, the Old Town and the Royal Mile are all under a twenty-five-minute walk. For culture lovers, the Scottish National Gallery and Scottish Gallery of Modern Art are eight minutes on foot, while the National Portrait Gallery and the Museum on the Mound are both an eleven-minute wander. No trip to the city would be complete without seeing Edinburgh Castle – it's a twelve-minute walk, and St Giles' Cathedral and the St James Quarter shopping centre are all within a fifteen-minute walk too.

After a busy day, head back to this studio housed in a grand period building. We love the use of colour here, the rich blue tones give this home a sophisticated vibe, and the character features, such as the shutters and wood panelling, are delightful. Pour a glass of whiskey and take the weight off your feet with a rest on the comfy armchair or admire the city views. When it's time for bed, the bedroom area lies beyond the kitchen behind more painted panelling – get a good night’s sleep ready to start a new fun packed day in this vibrant city.

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