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Walk along the Royal Mile from an Elegant Apartment
Enter into a magical courtyard off the Royal Mile guarded by four blue and gold dragons and you step back in time to a mystical period. The property dates from 1790 but has been sympathetically upgraded. The wonders of the Edinburgh Festival and Fringe are right on your doorstep, or, if you prefer, close the door and people watch from your bedroom or living room which look straight on to the Royal Mile. You really couldn't get a better position to enjoy the Castle, the Palace, Arthurs Seat or the wonders of the Old Town of Edinburgh. Entire property. I will be in the local area and always on hand if you have a question or an issue. Set in the heart of Old Town, the flat is steps away from the vibrant boutiques, craft shops, pubs, and restaurants that line the area’s quaint streets and alleyways. It’s an ideal stepping off point for visiting many museums and historic sites. This apartment is based on the Royal Mile where tour buses leave on a regular basis as do taxis and local buses. Walking is the name of the game in such a central location! Transport in from the Airport can be by bus or tram and both stops are a 5 minute walk up the hill to the flat.

Stunning Central 2-Bed Mezzanine Apartment
A stunning and spacious contemporary 2 bedroom apartment in luxury development close to Edinburgh Castle and the city centre. This unique apartment is spread over two floors with a study area overlooking the reception space via a glass balcony. The development overlooks The Meadows, a beautiful green space, and is incredibly quiet. There is a 24-hour Concierge and a selection of coffee shops, restaurants and supermarket within the development, which a walk away from city centre and attractions.

Luxury Victorian Flat•Views•2 Baths •Free parking
1 min walk from Royal Mile, our 2-bedroom flat with 2 bathrooms in a historical B-listed building has been refurbished to the highest standard, maintaining the original Victorian characters. Despite the central location, both garden-facing bedrooms are quiet &peaceful. Features: marble bathroom, bespoke handcrafted bed, bespoke sofa, Nectar memory foam mattress, granite kitchen worktop, 55' 4K smart TV, Netflix, ceiling roses and chandeliers, 800TC Egyptian cotton bedlinens, 100% cotton towels

Large Georgian flat by new St James Quarter
YOU NEED TO KNOW that building construction work on Edinburgh's new concert hall is ‘scheduled’ to finally start in spring 2026 (funding issues) and might cause disturbance at the flat. The site is close to our building. They will work from 8am until 6pm, and from 8am to 1pm on Saturday and Sunday. (Occasionally there will be noise before 8am). If you feel you cannot tolerate the disturbance and it will impinge on your stay please look elsewhere. St James Square is just off Princes Street.

Private suite in Gorgeous Georgian house
King Sized bedroom with own en suite bathroom in a beautiful Georgian four storey town house on a picturesque garden square in the UNESCO World Heritage New Town. This freshly renovated basement flat has its own private front door. The house is in the Stockbridge area of Edinburgh, close to the city centre, minutes away from fabulous artisan cafes, fantastic restaurants, delis, bars, independent shops and galleries. Across the square is Glenogle Baths with a gym, sauna and swimming pool.

Excellent one bed, 1-minute from Edinburgh Castle
*Please be advised that if your booking is after 24th July, you are required to pay the 5% Edinburgh Visitor Levy on top of your booking cost* Our wee flat is a 2 minute walk from Edinburgh Castle, 7 minutes from Waverley station, 7 minutes from the shops on Princes Street and 4 minutes from the Grassmarket which is buzzing with restaurants and bars. The flat has all you need to feel at home during your stay in the heart of Edinburgh and we're delighted to be able to share it with you.

Central 1 Bed - 10 Min Walk to Edinburgh Castle
Welcome to our charming one-bedroom apartment nestled on one of Edinburgh's most iconic streets, beside the famous Royal Mile. This unique apartment is perfect for solo travelers, couples, or business visitors seeking a central stay with character and comfort. Situated just a short walk away from all main attractions, the Scott Monument, Edinburgh Castle, St Giles' Cathedral, as well as the National Museum of Scotland. Edinburgh Waverley Station is also only a 3-minute walk away!

Royal Mile Apartment 2 bed-rooms & 2 bathrooms
Advocates Close is one of the Edinburgh's oldest close, positioned on Royal Mile, opposite St Giles Cathedral. 5 mins walk to Edinburgh Castle. The flat itself is a ground floor flat lay out over 2 levels. 2 spacious bedrooms, one has its own en-suite shower room. The shopping and entertainment area around Princes Street and George Street is ideally situated approximately half a mile away and provides a huge array of retail outlets, supermarkets, restaurants, clubs and bars.

Ord’s Loft - Old Town Historic Apartment
Ord’s Loft, situated in White Horse Close, is one of the most desirable and unique properties in Edinburgh’s old town. Positioned on the top floor of what was once the White Horse Coaching Inn, built by Laurence Ord in 1624, the loft is entered by the iconic steps seen in so many photos of Edinburgh. The outlook south over the courtyard is Holyrood Palace, Arthurs Seat, the Scottish Parliament and the Old Town while to the rear it looks up to Regent Road and Calton Hill.

★ 1BR Royal Mile Apartment ★
One-bedroom apartment perfectly located near the top of the Royal Mile in the historic centre of Edinburgh’s Old Town. Located on the 4th floor, enjoy views over the Royal Mile and towards Arthur's Seat from inside. The apartment is perfect for a couple or a solo traveller, comprising of one double bedroom, bathroom with walk-in shower, open plan living area with fully-equipped kitchen and dining table - the perfect spot to enjoy staying on the Royal Mile.

No.1 George IV Bridge - One Bedroom
Note: the photos are from a selection of our lovely apartments not one unit. To maintain the high standard of service and cleanliness we wish to uphold for our guests, these apartments are serviced by our team of house keepers. If your stay exceeds 3 nights, they will perform a complementary clean. However, you are welcome to opt out of this service should you prefer.

Beautiful apartment in historic centre
Our lovely apartment nestles right at the foot of Edinburgh Castle, down a little atmospheric cobbled lane just beside the Grassmarket, which is in the heart of Edinburgh's historic Old Town. In mediaeval times the lane was part of the stables area for the King of Scotland's horses.
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Destinations to explore
- Edinburgh Waverley Station
- Edinburgh Castle
- The Royal Mile
- Edinburgh City Centre Churches Together
- OVO Hydro
- Murrayfield Stadium
- SEC Centre
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Glasgow Green
- Edinburgh Playhouse
- The Meadows
- Scone Palace
- The Kelpies
- Holyrood Park
- Pease Bay
- Glasgow Botanic Gardens
- Stirling Castle
- Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
- Glasgow Central Station
- Jupiter Artland
- The Edinburgh Dungeon
- Hampden Park
- Greyfriars Kirkyard
- Forth Bridge





