Holiday rentals in Edinburgh

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Flat in Edinburgh

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 347 reviews

Historic Georgian Flat with Community Garden

It's filled with light and spacious for a one bedroom apartment. It's filled with fun things that I have collected over the years, so it comes with bags of my personality! It's quiet - especially the bedroom which is located at the rear. I like cooking, so the kitchen is well-equipped. Bring your tunes - there is a nice Sony bluetooth speaker to connect with! Access all areas - I keep the cellar and a filing cabinet in the bedroom locked for my own bits and pieces though. On arrival, I prefer to meet my guests in person to get you settled and share my local recommendations that fit with your plans and timing. New Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and carefully protected from new development. It supports a lovely mix of residential property and boutique retailing, including tons of coffee shops, private galleries, restaurants, and interior design shops. Bus stop round the corner and tram stop 5 minutes away at St Andrews Square. 10 minutes walk to the main railway station, Edinburgh Castle and the very heart of Edinburgh. Taxi rank 5 minutes walk down Dundas Street and taxis usually available on the street too. Please note my TV works via the internet so you can view BBC iPlayer/Netflix/Amazon content only. The bed is a standard double i.e. 4 feet 6 inches wide and 6 feet 3 inches long (137 x 190 cm). The bed will be made up ready for your arrival including 4 feather pillows, a duvet and a warm throw. An allergy free pillow and a hot water bottle can be found in the chest of drawers. I supply two large towels, a hand towel, a dish towel and a bath mat for each booking.

3–8 Dec

£146 per night
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Flat in Edinburgh

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 475 reviews

DeanVillage.. river balcony, free private parking

Central riverside balcony apartment located in the heart of the stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site of Dean Village. One of the most picturesque and oldest areas of Edinburgh with its narrow cobbled streets steeped in history. The outlook over the village and the river make this a rare and sought after setting. Dean Village is the most idyllic central location in Edinburgh with Princes Street being only a short 6 min walk away. Haymarket train station is within walking distance of the apartment.

20–25 Apr

£206 per night
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Guest suite in Edinburgh

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews

Self-contained, Bright, Quiet Private Cottage,

Welcome to the charming self-catering Rockcliffe Cottage situated in the picturesque and historic coastal town of South Queensferry. You are just 15-minutes from Edinburgh city centre and well connected for Scotland's road, rail & airport routes. This bright, modern cottage is cosy and furnished to a high standard with accommodation over one floor. Open plan lounge and dining areas include two double sofas, TV, DVD player and dining table, with French doors providing access to a decking area.

16–23 Dec

£129 per night

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Loft in Edinburgh

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 1016 reviews

Classical Apartment on Royal Mile

14–21 Mar

£219 per night
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Flat in New Town

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 545 reviews

Georgian Boutique Apt City Centre

20–27 Oct

£159 per night
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Cabin in Edinburgh

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 235 reviews

The Black Studio

23–30 Jul

£118 per night
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Flat in Edinburgh

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 295 reviews

Self contained flat attached to terraced property

14–21 Jan

£98 per night
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Guest suite in Edinburgh

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 201 reviews

Unique Tranquil Location In The City Centre

5–12 Dec

£116 per night
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Cottage in Morningside

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 590 reviews

16th Century Dovecot Cottage in Private Garden.

3–10 Jan

£228 per night
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Apartment in Edinburgh

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 557 reviews

Shaftesbury Park - Your home from home

22–29 Jan

£138 per night
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Apartment in Leith

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 241 reviews

Charismatic and delightful apartment

3–10 Feb

£126 per night
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Flat in Edinburgh

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 180 reviews

Art Deco Flat in the Heart of Edinburgh

25 Feb – 4 Mar

£98 per night
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Apartment in Edinburgh

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 546 reviews

Gorgeous contemporary 1bd mews

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Flat in Edinburgh

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews

New flat, semi-rural, on outskirts of Edinburgh.

22–29 Jun

£100 per night
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Flat in Old Town

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 810 reviews

Central apt. in historic Old Town Edinburgh

20–27 Oct

£131 per night

Your guide to Edinburgh

Welcome to Edinburgh

Edinburgh’s skyline, with its iconic castle and monuments piling up dramatically across a series of mounts and cliffs, is just one of its many enchantments. This is a city of contrasts, from the Georgian neoclassical formality of its New Town, and the open elegance of its many squares and parks, to the dark magic of its medieval streets and wynds. You can lose yourself in the Old Town’s shadowy cobbled lanes that have been walked for more than 800 years, only to emerge upon the windswept wilderness of Arthur’s Seat, the extinct volcano at the heart of Holyrood Park.

The commercial centre of George Street and Princes Street mixes designer and high street shopping with historic and literary monuments; while the city’s steep hills give way suddenly to a coastline that combines a port, a beach, and a number of golfing links. With an academic institution dating back four and a half centuries and one of the world’s most famous festivals, Edinburgh’s cultural legacy is unmatched. Make sure to check out the city’s culinary offerings, too, with plenty of excellent restaurants and pubs to choose from.


The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Edinburgh

Edinburgh is a great destination any time of year, but is perhaps best known for the summer festivals that fill its streets, theatres, and concert halls for the entire month of August. The International Festival celebrating music and dance is complemented by the even more colourful Edinburgh Fringe, which commandeers every available space, from pubs to parks, for performances. If you want a quieter experience, try booking one of Edinburgh’s holiday apartments for the spring or autumn, when the city’s leafy parks are looking resplendent and there’s always plenty to see in the museums and galleries if the weather turns cold or rainy. Edinburgh looks magical lit up in Christmas decorations each December, while New Year is celebrated in extravagant Scottish style with an annual Hogmanay street party.


Top things to do in Edinburgh

Calton Hill

Arthur’s Seat is where locals go to get some space, but if you want a view of the Seat itself (and much more besides), head to Calton Hill. It offers an incredible panorama of the city and boasts some monuments of its own, including one inspired by the Parthenon. And on April 30 each year it becomes the focal point for the incandescent celebrations of the Beltane Fire Festival.

The Shore of Leith

These 18th-century docks were once Scotland’s chief trading port. Today their industrial and maritime heritage is transformed into a quirky neighbourhood full of flats, cool cafes, and award-winning restaurants. It’s also home to the Royal Yacht Britannia, while the Water of Leith walkway is a peaceful riverside walk that winds back into the city.

Lauriston Castle and Gardens

West of the city, this architectural gem has magnificent views across the Firth of Forth. The house combines its 16th-century tower with a 19th-century manor house and Edwardian interiors. You can admire its exterior for free; its welcoming wooded grounds are open to the public year round.

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