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A fabulous 2-bedroom apartment in the heart of Edinburgh

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Living area
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4914.9 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, Scotland
  • University of Edinburgh
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Royal Mile
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

A fabulous 2-bedroom apartment in the heart of Edinburgh

The Forrest Road Residence is a fabulous 2-bedroom apartment that enjoys an unrivalled location set in the very heart of Edinburgh. Positioned right on the edge of the city’s historic Old Town, you are surrounded by an abundance of character and ‘must see’ attractions. Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile and the beautiful open green spaces of The Meadows are all just an easy stroll away. The National Museum of Scotland and the University of Edinburgh are also within walking distance. The Old Town itself and the Grassmarket area have a wide array of restaurants, cafes, bars, and eclectic boutiques - you really will be spoiled for choice of things to do. Princes Street, St James Quarter and George Street are within easy walking distance and afford a wider range of larger retail stores.

This apartment presents contemporary interiors throughout, that sit perfectly alongside original retained features; ornate cornicing, exposed floorboards, fireplaces, and high ceilings - all typical of old Edinburgh architecture.

When you’ve had your fill of exploring the closes and cobbled streets, sit back and relax in the generous, contemporary sitting room, decorated in the latest chic colour palette, and take full advantage of the huge flat-screen Smart TV and complimentary WiFi.

You’ll find everything you need for your self-catering holiday in the roomy, traditional kitchen, including a large oven and hob, along with a solid wooden dining table that seats four guests. Other appliances consist of a fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave, and dishwasher. And that all-important coffee machine!

You have the choice of two bedrooms to rest your head. The master suite boasts a super king-size bed and original marble fireplace, and the other also has a feature fireplace and a king-size bed. Both have plentiful storage.

Please note we do not provide hypoallergenic bedding at our properties.

A slick shower room with a spacious walk-in shower, complete with a rainfall shower head completes this wonderful home from home.

And this property benefits from a private parking space - a real rarity in the city centre!

A meet and greet service is provided, whereby you will be met at the property to be provided with keys and to be shown the property. Please arrange your arrival with the property manager.

Entry to the apartment is from 16:00 onwards; however, please note that arrivals after 19:00 may incur a late arrival fee of £25 for unsociable hours with arrivals after 22:00 incurring a late arrival fee of £40. Arrivals after midnight will access the property via a key safe. If you are arriving earlier than 16:00 on your day of arrival, it is always worth contacting the property manager as they will always endeavour to give you access as soon as possible.

The latest departure time is 10:00, however, a guaranteed later departure (up to 20:00) can be arranged for a fee of 50% of the daily rate for that day but please note this is subject to no existing booking arriving that day already.

A £200 refundable damage/security deposit is due 7 days before arrival, and refunded after departure.

All properties are strictly non-smoking, and do not accept hen/stag/party groups. At least one guest must be over 25 years old.


Layout

The front door opens to a large hallway, leading to all other rooms - two bedrooms, living room, kitchen/dining room and shower room.


Sleeping Arrangements

Bedroom 1: super king size bed
Bedroom 2: king size bed


Exterior

Traditional Edinburgh tenement building.


Getting there

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Accessibility

This property is located on the 2nd floor, reachable by stairs only. No lift.


Registration and Compliance

Registration or Licence Ref: EH-70950-F

Property manager

Reserve Apartments
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Languages

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Amenities

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Free WiFi
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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
No Smoking
No Pets
No Parties/Events

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

About the area

Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, is home to this apartment. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and George Street. Check out an event or a game at Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Edinburgh, Scotland

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Grassmarket - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Royal Mile - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Princes Street - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 11 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Greyfriars Bobby's Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Thomas J Walls Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Frankenstein Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪MUMS Great Comfort Food - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A fabulous 2-bedroom apartment in the heart of Edinburgh pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A fabulous 2-bedroom apartment in the heart of Edinburgh?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A fabulous 2-bedroom apartment in the heart of Edinburgh?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A fabulous 2-bedroom apartment in the heart of Edinburgh located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment building is steps away from The Meadows and University of Edinburgh. Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket are also within 10 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 11 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 14 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient and amazing city location w/ city sounds

Tony was amazing and so very accommodating. He was available for questions and info and responded quickly. Location was incredible and we were able to walk everywhere we could've wanted! The flat was well decorated and cared for and was very nicely sized. There are a couple coffee shops and a mini market right outside of the door- very convenient! I would recommend a white noise machine to help drown out the noise at night if you're not used to sleeping in the city. Note for travelers** We rented a car for our next destination which required loading up on the street Sunday and parking patrol was all over us so think about parking if you go that route.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great stay at this property. The communication from Tony was excellent and we were able to access the property a bit early on arrival which we really appreciated. The property is as it appears in the photos and is well equipped and spacious. It is situated in a great location in the Old Town and whilst the local area is busy it felt perfectly safe. There are plenty of food options and supermarkets available locally. Everything else you need is within walking distance as are many of the attractions and locations of interest. A real gem of a property and one we would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great accommodation in fantastic location.

Lovely apartment, very spacious with everything you need (could do with a pair of scissors). Fantastic location and great communication with the host.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Forrest Rd

Great apartment in a brilliant location for the fringe.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great find with parking

The apartment is very clean. its great to find a property including free parking behind a secure gate. 2 double comfy beds, great shower, great kitchen. Everything was so easy to use. Bonus is that everything to would want to see and do is well within walking distance,around a 10 minute walk to the royal mile. Will definately staying at this proprty again. Great time in Edinburgh.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely big flat, super convenient location

My husband, adult son & I had a great 3 day stay in this luxurious flat while we enjoyed central Edinburgh. Right in the hub of the city, but still peaceful inside, very comfortable/spacious for 3 adults & great communication with the owner - fab😊
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Centralized stay

Property is on second floor, which is 45 steps up. This entry had some outdoor graffiti and does not look so great, but once in the flat, it is sparkling clean with nice amenities. L shaped sofa is very comfortable and also the beds. Washer dryer works quickly and kitchen is well stocked with cookware. Location is excellent. Scotland museum is two blocks away and the Royal mile is a 10 minute walk away. Lots of pubs and cafes nearby. Walk from train station is about twenty minutes. Manager met us on site and was very responsive when the pilot light under the hot water tank got turned off. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Old town gem

Great location and an easy walk to the Royal mile. Great places for dining and gelato within a short distance of the apartment. Appreciated the great communication from Tony on the day of our arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the property. It was spacious, clean and well-equipped. Towels and linen were good. Location and communication with the host were great. Within walking distance of most sights but had a bus-stop outside for venturing further. The stairs to the 2nd floor were the only thing we didn't like - not recommended for those with reduced mobility. Otherwise, fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Beautiful flat with great location!! Walked everywhere. Loved it! Perfect Edinburgh stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property is amazing, beautiful, large room, fully equipped with luxury linens, glassware, And every type of cookware you can imagine. Grocery store, right Downstairs. Walkable to all of old Edinburgh. Host was very responsive. We definitely recommend five stars!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superbe

Appartement tres bien situé dans Edimbourgh, permettant de se déplacer a pied pour visiter le centre. Spacieux, mieux que sur les photos. La rue est un peu bruyante la nuit mais c'est toujours ainsi dans les grandes villes.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great property, Very comfortable and central to everything. Check in and out were simple. The property manager was great and very responsive. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful flat!

My husband and I came to visit our daughter who is getting her masters and Uni of Edinburgh but she wanted to stay with us while in town. This flat is very spacious and beautiful. It was very clean and had all the amenities needed to spend a week there. The location is fantastic and close to all. There are plenty of pubs, coffee shops and restaurants nearby too. Loved staying here. It was great to come back in the middle of the day to rest and relax and look out from the gorgeous big windows. Fantastic time in Edinburgh and this place was one of the reasons why.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great flat in a great location

This flat in Edinburgh is centrally located, with a great little coffee shop next door. The beds are comfortable, and the living room is spacious, a wonderful place in the city!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Edinburgh Stay

Absolutely loved this place. Convenient to walk to everywhere we wanted to go. Very clean and beds were so comfy. Tony was so helpful with the check in and check out. If you have a car there is a space to park. Would definitely recommend this place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Time in Edinburgh

We had an amazing time at this flat. It was the perfect location to old town and a short walk to city central. The flat was huge and was as described. Easy checkin and literally no concerns. I definitely would recommend. Great restaurants!!! Would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Anik L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Très bien situé, très propre, bien équipé, stationnement privé, à côté d’une épicerie et au coeur de la vieille ville. Un peu bruyant (bar en face).
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

BethAnn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A+ Perfect in Every Way

Ideal Location, Quiet even though in a central location, Cook’s kitchen, every mod con imaginable, huge salon, 2 huge bedrooms, great shower. A+ Property Manager Highest Recommendation We are booking again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to everything you want to see.

The apartment is beautifully decorated. Very spacious and clean. We felt we could walk to most everything we wanted to see. Walking distance to the train station, castle. Royal Mile, etc. Lots of pubs and restaurants close by. We loved our time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dayna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!!

What a beautiful flat, gorgeous interiors, great location, we loved it!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

KIM P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Edinburgh Stay

We had a great stay at the Forrest Road apartment. It was clean, spacious and well appointed. We had everything we needed. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a beautiful apartment in an excellent location. Everything you need and spotless. It is up 2 flights of stairs if that an issue. Also there is a bar next door and people hang out but seemed to stop fairly early. It all looks newly remodeled and it is just so pretty. We loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

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