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Beautiful Apartment in Edinburgh's Historic New Town

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Exterior - The Upper Villa
Front Door
Door Bell
Drawing Room
Dining area in drawing room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Princes Street
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • George Street
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Apartment in Edinburgh's Historic New Town

Located in the Stockbridge area of Edinburgh, on the edge of the UNESCO World Heritage site, the property is ideally situated for exploring Edinburgh's historic Old and New Towns, with the famous Edinburgh Castle, Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Royal Mile only a short distance away.

Stockbridge has a wide variety of shops, delicatessens, restaurants and bars located minutes from the property. Other attractions nearby include the Botanic Gardens and The Water Of Leith Walkway.

This late 19th century property is over first and second floors with stunning views over two of Edinburgh's finest Georgian streets. Accommodation comprises an impressive drawing room, four bedrooms (each with a double bed and the 3 larger bedrooms have an additional single bed), two bathrooms (one with shower and the other with shower and bath) and a fully equipped kitchen with range cooker. Additional features include HD Cable T (all major sports channels available), DVD, CD and video (with a selection of CDs, videos and DVDs), wireless speaker with bluetooth compatibility, hi-speed wireless internet connection , telephone and a selection of board games. The apartment features many attractive period features such as an open fire in the drawing room and an ornamental cornice on the drawing room ceiling It is the perfect place to relax, in the perfect city for your holiday.

If we can do anything to make your stay enjoyable, we will! We provide the basic necessities for your arrival (tea, coffee, milk, bread, sugar etc and toiletries in each bathroom). If you have a 'wish list' of additional items to be left for your arrival, just ask. We do request a minimum rental of two nights, and sometimes more at peak times.

Keywords: Double Upper Villa

Property manager

Rona Ounsley

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number EH-67902-F

We should mention

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

About the area

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh, this apartment is in the city centre. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit George Street and Princes Street. Travelling with kids? Make time for Edinburgh Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Edinburgh International Conference Centre. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Edinburgh, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • George Street - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Grassmarket - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Royal Mile - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 3 min drive
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 7 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Scran & Scallie - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Two Children - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Stockbridge Tap - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Pastry Section - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Söderberg Stockbridge - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Apartment in Edinburgh's Historic New Town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Apartment in Edinburgh's Historic New Town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Apartment in Edinburgh's Historic New Town?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Apartment in Edinburgh's Historic New Town located?

Located in the centre of Edinburgh, this family-friendly apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Royal Botanic Garden, Princes Street and George Street. Edinburgh International Conference Centre and Grassmarket are also within 1 mile (2 km). Princes Street Tram Stop is 20 minutes by foot and Haymarket Tram Station is 22 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim R., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, great location
Stayed with our extended family for 4 nights in January 2023. The apartment is amazing and location is absolutely perfect for exploring Edinburgh. Close to buses, shops and some great coffee shops, we could not have asked for more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manuela T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Feels like home
Wir sind mit 7 Personen in Stockbridge angekommen und das Haus war schon von aussen eine wahrer Augenöffner. Im Inneren wurden wir für unsere lange Fahrt belohnt. Leider haben wir Rona und Howard nicht kennengelernt. Aber danke für alles
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Perfect property for 6 people traveling to tpur Scotland. Great experience at this property
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, great location
We all loved it. A beautiful property within walking distance to shopping as well 'downtown' Edinburgh, the castle and various museums. We had everything we needed and the hosts were very friendly and helpful. We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tessa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sensational house!
Absolutely gorgeous house that is on a quiet street, but still a short walk from the royal mile, Edinburgh castle, etc. We never needed our car while there, and if we didn’t feel like walking, there were bus stops close by. The house was beautiful, and I felt like royalty staying here. The hosts were so sweet and responsive, I will 100% stay here again if I return to Edinburgh!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home, great location
Great for families. Well equipped home in fantastic location. Walking distance into city
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karolina

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Chris Grady

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Edinburgh stay
Spacious property in a good location, ideal for a family group.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Amazing Home
I loved the accommodations and used the word "Home" in the title because I felt at home, The home has spacious bedroom and a wonderful dining area and family room. The Kitchen was well equipped and we actually cooked a few meals during our 5 days stay. Bus stop out front just a few steps away. The beautiful fireplaces, crown molding and lovely decor was like a 5 star hotel just with more room and a full kitchen. The owners responded with a few minutes with a couple questions we had during our stay. There we ample number of door keys for large family or friends. Beds were very comfortable and enjoys the rooms with the king size beds and queen size beds. 2
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chris Skidmore
Beautiful place! Great location as well, we explored and found that everything we needed was with in walking distance. No need for car as the buses will take you everywhere you’ll need to go.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mrs
Enjoyed a wonderful stay at this lovely apartment! Great location .. safe, clean and comfortable. Thank you!! Hope to come back someday!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Simon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location, great house, not so good for oldies
We really enjoyed our time at Comely Bank, the house is lovely, and the location is convenient for taxi-ing into central Edinburgh. It was restaurants and shops within easy walking distance. However, most of our party were 70+ years old, and the need to step in an out of the bath on the upper floor in order to take a shower was a bit of a concern, as there were no grab bars on the walls. This would make our party think twice about staying there again. But other than that, all was good!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tania B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Our stay at the Upper Villa was a perfect fit for our family. It had everything we needed and was very close to walk to all the attractions. Rona was also very attentive and helpful when we had questions. We would definitely return again. Thank you again for opening your home to us.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graham G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic property in a brilliant location
We enjoyed a great 3 night weekend trip to Edinburgh which was made even better having chosen this property. The owner was fantastic and the house had everything needed for the perfect. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property
We cannot recommend this apartment enough! It is even better than the pictures look. The living room is grand, the bedrooms are a great size and a lovely kitchen. The neighbourhood is just 15-20 mins walk from the city centre and a beautiful area. We had a group of 8 adults staying and had plenty of space, it was great. Entry process was simple and contact from host made everything about the apartment and area really clear. They even left a loaf of bread, tea and coffee for us which is a lovely touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

JUAN CARLOS V., JEREZ DE LA FRONTERA - ESPAÑA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
UNA CASA ESPECTACULAR
Lo primero es agradecer a Rona su atención, es una mujer fantástica y tenía la casa preciosa y muy cuidada. Es un placer hospedarse en una casa donde realmente te sientes como en la tuya. Todos los detalles cuidados al máximo nivel (mantequilla, leche, pan). Las sábanas muy limpias y con un olor extraordinario. La ubicación es perfecta a unos 15 minutos a pie del centro de la ciudad y con buenas conexiones de bus. Se encuentra en un barrio muy bonito y tranquilo, donde hacer la compra es cuestión de 5 minutos andando. Ojalá algún día volvamos a esta preciosa ciudad y seguro que a esta maravillosa casa. Gracias Rona.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Wolfgang K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Edinburgh Life
Wonderful property in a beautiful area of Edinburgh, close to all amenities. Rona is a gracious hostess who looked after our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert P., Cincinnati,OH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Edinburgh house
Three adults and four young children ages 6-11 stayed in this large and comfortable house for 5 nights.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doris C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
This property was perfect for our family group. The arrangement of the rooms, the location, and the facilities worked very well. The concierge was very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara W., Colorado Springs, CO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing flat, great neighborhood
My husband and I brought our four kids (6-12) to Edinburgh for the first time and fell in love with this flat and the city. We plan to stay here again when we return. After a whirlwind week in Ireland, we were excited to have three whole nights in the same place, and it was heaven to be able to spread out -the upstairs bedroom with bookshelves and window seat couldn’t be more charming, but all of the rooms were so lovely, and comfy beds to boot. We loved the surrounding neighborhood and found it to be the perfect home base with lots to offer away from the hustle and bustle but also convenient to the city centre. We took the bus down each day. Excellent communication with Rona and, as I told her upon our arrival, this was the first place that we rented on our trip that I felt met and even exceeded its online description. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Smashing weekend
Beautiful property with period features. Plenty of room for 8 Yorkshire lasses, making us feel that we were staying somewhere special.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sean F., Northamptonshire

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Property
Lovely location with everything we required within walking distance. The area was quiet and it was easy to forget you were in a major city. Loads of room for 4 adults, pleasantly decorated, comfortable rooms and extremely well equipped. Sitting in the bay window seats watching the world go by was really relaxing and the walks from the door were really enjoyable especially down to the Water of Leith and across the park to the Botanic Gardens. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stockbridge
Lovely area to stay in. Still close enough to Princess street to walk or get the bus from outside the property . Looking to book New Year 2020

10/10 Excellent

Adrian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great week in Edinburgh
We had a great week at the festival fringe. The house was ideal for a group of 10 - spacious and well equipped with everything we wanted. We walked into town every day at least once and used the local shops for the few things we needed. Communications with the owner were prompt and straightforward and everything worked out well. We'd be more than happy to come back. Thanks for a fabulous holiday

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C., Connecticut, United States

Great stay
The apartment was large and roomy, the hosts were great! The provisions left were a huge help. It is close to everything. Would love to come again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

About the host

Hosted by Rona Ounsley

Host profile image
I was born in Montrose in the North East of Scotland and brought up in the small town of Forfar. I came to Edinburgh to study, met my husband and the rest is history! My husband comes from York but we both loved Edinburgh so much we couldn't bear to leave so we both found jobs in the city and we were able to buy a flat eventually, moving up the property ladder until we were able to buy both apartments at our current address.

Why they chose this property

We originally lived in the Upper Villa and we were lucky to buy it from friends as we loved visiting them as the property has some beautiful original features - the cornicing in the drawing room won me over at first sight!

What makes this property unique

The view from the windows in the drawing room, the coal fire in the drawing room, the spacious rooms all make the Upper Villa feel like a home from home

Languages:

English, French