The Cowgatehead Residence Edinburgh
A beautiful one-bed flat right in the heart of Edinburgh's historic Old-Town.
based on guest reviews.
- Property ID28158
- RegistrationEH-68964-F
- Sleeps2 +2 (Max)
- Bedrooms 1
- Bathroom(s) 1
- Floor 3rd floor
- EPC RatingC
Key features
- Travel cot
- Coffee machine
- Smoke Detectors
- Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Toilet
- Kitchen
- Freeview / Freesat TV
- Free Wifi
- Central heating
- Seating Area
- Pets not allowed
- Paid parking (outdoor)
This is a beautiful one-bed flat on the 3rd floor, at the Victoria Street end of the Grassmarket. Right in the heart of Edinburgh's historic Old-Town. Princes Street, Waverley train station and the Royal Mile are a 5/10minute walk away.
The flat sleeps 2 comfortably in the double bedroom with a standard size double bed. An additional 2 people can be accommodated in 2 x single camp beds.
The apartment is situated in the central location of the Grassmarket, which offers a host of cosmopolitan bars, restaurants and take-away facilities. Other social amenities within the immediate vicinity include Edinburgh's main library, the Usher Hall, museum, cinema complex and banks. For local convenience stores there is a small newsagent right across the road, otherwise, the best bet is going to Lothian Road for the Sainsbury's and the Tesco Metro (5 mins walk).
Princes Street and the Scottish Parliament are within easy walking distance and regular bus service operates to most parts of the city if you require to stray further afield off the tourist beat. Waverley and Haymarket railway stations are about 1 km from the apartment and this is an ideal location for Edinburgh university and the adjacent Edinburgh College of Art.
This property has a travel cot. Due to safety reasons, we do not provide linens/bedding for the cot and kindly ask that you bring your own.
Please note we do not provide hypoallergenic bedding at our properties.
This property doesn't come with free parking but there is limited paid street parking in local area. The nearest private parking facilities are situated at the NCP Car Park at Holyrood Road.
*Please note there are construction works taking place in the vicinity of the property. Please be aware there may be some noise disruption during your stay*
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.
Please note Wi-Fi at this property is complimentary.
Please arrange your arrival with the property manager at least 24 hours before arrival.
Check in is from 4pm, and check out is before 11am.
Please note if you have booked for 2 guests but require use of a camp bed, or have booked for 3 guests but require use of both camp beds, there will be a small additional charge for the provision of this.
Sleeping arrangements 1 x standard double bed in bedroom.
2 x single camp beds.
Exterior Traditional Edinburgh Tenement on 3rd floor.
Parking notes This property doesn't come with free parking but there is limited paid street parking in local area. The nearest private parking facilities are situated at the NCP Car Park at Holyrood Road - you can find details of parking costs via the following link: https://www.ncp.co.uk/find-a-car-park/car-parks/edinburgh-st-johns-hill/
- Paid parking (outdoor)
Facilities
- Fridge
- Oven
- Microwave
- Linen provided
- Bath towels provided
- Bedding provided
- Travel cot
- Cot
- Hair dryer
- High chair
- Iron / Ironing board
- Washing machine
- Coffee machine
- Smoke Detectors
- Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Toilet
- Kitchen
- DVD player
- Radio
- CD player
- TV
- Freeview / Freesat TV
- Internet access
- Telephone
- Free Wifi
- Central heating
- Seating Area
- Pets not allowed
- Bathroom(s) 1
Great for
- Adventure
- Business
- Budget
- Family
- Groups
Accessibility
- Upper floor reachable by stairs only
This property is on the 3rd floor and does not have access to a lift.
Suitability
- No parties
- No smoking
Optional extras
* These extras can be selected when making your booking.
- Cot Yes
- High chair Yes
Interior layout Hallway leading to living room, kitchen / dining area, 1 double bedroom and bathroom.
Check-in from 16:00
You will be asked to check-out before 11:00
The Cowgatehead Residence location within Edinburgh
Nearby
- Shops [¼ mile]
- Supermarket [½ mile]
- Express supermarket [½ mile]
- Bar / Pub [¼ mile]
- Restaurants [¼ mile]
- Café [¼ mile]
- Nightclub [¼ mile]
- Galleries [¾ mile]
- Museum [¾ mile]
- Theatre [¼ mile]
Local area The apartment is situated in the central location of the Grassmarket, which offers a host of cosmopolitan bars, restaurants and take-away facilities. Other social amenities within the immediate vicinity include Edinburgh's main library, the Usher Hall, museum, cinema complex and banks. For local convenience stores there is a small newsagent right across the road, otherwise, the best bet is going to Lothian Road for the Sainsbury's and the Tesco Metro (5 mins walk).
Reviews
Overall rating
Based on 4 review(s)
16 Jul 2012
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- Cleanliness
- Price/Value
We were extremely pleased with the apartment especially the location which enabled us to walk to most places in Edinburgh, and more importantly was walking distance to McEwan Hall for our daughter's graduation.
The apartment was clean and met our expectations. It suited us very well and we will definately consider this again.
One suggestion would be to have blinds for the reception room and kitchen windows.
03 Jan 2011
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- Cleanliness
- Price/Value
We were very pleased with the first appearance of the aparment, and especially the minor details like a bottle of milk and another of wine which were waiting for us, and the wi-fi which kept us in touch with family and friends over Christmas and New Year.
There were a few items which were in need of repair or replacement, but generally the apartment was in good condition and well equipped.
The situation could not have been better, close to the middle of town, and with lots of pubs, restaurants, the Royal Mile and the castle. Altogether a memorable holiday.
13 Oct 2010
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- Price/Value
An extremely bright and welcoming flat in a superb location. Well worth exploring all the wynds and vennels near this property and surprising yourself with all the short cuts you'll discover.
The only drawback is its close proximity to so many night clubs which means the street outside can be very noisy into the early hours. Two nights I had drunken revellers ringing the doorbell at 3.30 am.
Bring your earplugs!
Property manager response (13 Oct 2010)
By November 2010 we will have super-sound insulated secondary glazing installed to solve the night-noise problems. Thank you for the buzzer comments, I Suspect that can be switched off from inside during the night, we will leave directions for doing so from now on.
04 Oct 2010
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- Cleanliness
- Price/Value
Perfect for our visit to Edinburgh. Spacious, well equipped, easy to find and access. Well situated and good restaurants nearby. We particularly enjoyed "Mussels and Steaks" next door.
Valvona & Crolla in Leith Walk is a foodies paradise! Pity the cafe is not open in the evening.
