This apartment is conveniently located a short walk from Waverly Train Station and a block off the Royal Mile. A quiet retreat with a 5 to 15 minute walk to many of Edinburgh's activities and restaurants. Took us about 30 minutes to amble up to Edinburgh Castle. We loved the music at the Canon Gait, the scones at Mimi's and two dinners at Bella Italia--all on the Royal Mile and minutes from our apartment. Parliament, with its lovely gift shop, and Holyrood Castle are also in the neighborhood. On one day we saw Queen Elizabeth enter Parliament, watched a parade and marched in a parade.

This unit has been recently renovated, except for the bathroom. I assume that will be next. High end kitchen appliances were more complex than I was inclined to deal with, but I figured out how to operate the microwave, which is all we really needed. Loved the electric kettle and French Press coffee maker. Also appreciated the free Wi-Fi and cable television. We watched the news channels when at home because we arrived the day after the Brexit vote, but the numerous other channels available should satisfy most renters' interests. Unit was clean and had lovey views over rooftops to surrounding hills. Check-in and check-out ran flawlessly. My damage deposit was refunded within hours of our leaving. I would absolutely rent this unit again.

The only drawback for older renters or those with young children is the fact that it is a three-story walk up. I was traveling with my 15-year old grandson, so he was able to easily bring up my suitcase.