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  • 1 Parliament Sq (apt 10), Royal Mile, 300 metres from Edinburgh Castle

    Sleeps four in two bedrooms, one of which can be set up as double or a twin (default setup). Please specify when booking.

    1 (apt 10) Parliament Square is located in a very prestigious building on Parliament Square, opposite the Edinburgh City Chambers (local Government Offices) on the famous Royal Mile and adjacent to the magnificent St Giles Cathedral. This luxurious 2 bedroom, second floor apartment commands excellent views of the famous Royal Mile and the City Chambers. Located in the very heart of Edinburgh's historic Old Town and only 300 metres to Edinburgh Castle's entrance.

    The apartment is only a few minutes walk from many other major Edinburgh attractions such as the Royal Scottish Museum and the National Gallery of Scotland located on the Mound at its junction with famous Princes Street. There are also a copious amount of restaurants, cafés, bars and shops in the immediate area. This holiday apartment is furnished and decorated to a high standard and is a very comfortable base for your visit to Edinburgh and Scotland. Guests who have their own laptop can also enjoy a free broadband connection either through the supplied cable or by wifi. Connection throughout the apartment.

    LOUNGE/DRAWING ROOM:

    This spacious room consists of two comfortable sofas and two soft chairs , a mahogany coffee table is centrally placed for drinks. There is a dining table suitable for six people and some smaller items of furniture and lighting features. There is a gas coal effect fire which provides additional warmth to the gas central heating and creates a wonderful ambience in the room.
    A widescreen lcd smart TV with approximately 105 digital channels, a separate blu-ray DVD player, a digital radio, ipod docking station and CD player are available for entertainment.

    KITCHEN AREA

    The kitchen is located just off the main lounge area (see floor plan). It has a window with a southerly aspect. It is equipped with a fridge/freezer, electric cooker, microwave oven, washer/dryer, dishwasher and cutlery, crockery and cooking utensils for up to six people.


    BEDROOM 1 (ensuite)

    This is a very spacious double bedroom with a window overlooking the historic Royal Mile. A 6ft (1.82metres) wide super king-size bed with two bedside tables.This room is also equipped with a digital radio and ipod docking station. It has original working wooden shutters to shut out the world to ensure a good night's sleep. This room has an ensuite shower-room and toilet with wash-hand basin and shaver point.

    BEDROOM 2

    The second bedroom also has a view of the historic Royal Mile. It has 3ft (0.91 metres) twin beds (default set up) that can be assembled as a super king-size bed. Please indicate your preference during the booking process. There is a storage cupboard in this room for hanging clothing. There are also working wooden shutters in this bedroom.


    Bathroom

    The bathroom includes a toilet, wash handbasin, a bath and a shower over the bath. A shaver point is also available.

    Additional information

    * All gas & electricity costs are included in the rental.
    * Linen and towels are provided, For bookings 10+ nights the change of these are included in a free service of the property, for more frequent servicing please contact guestrelations@edinburgh-selfcatering.co.uk for a quote after booking.
    * A modest amount of complimentary tea and coffee for arrival.
    * Ironing facilities and a hair dryer are provided.
    * Daytime street parking is available but is expensive, various longer term parking solutions can be suggested. (However, overnight parking is free from 6.30p.m. to 8.00 a.m. Mon-Sat, and free parking is available all day Sunday).
    * The airport bus drop off point and Edinburgh's main railway station (Waverley) are approximately 250 metres away.

    Restrictions

    * No smoking is allowed within the apartment.
    * pets not allowed.
    * We regret that this second floor flat will be unsuitable for some people with disabilities as there are only stairs.
    * No lift is available.
    * Strictly no parties - Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00 to respect neighbouring properties.
    * Please ensure the front door to the building is shut in a controlled & quiet manner and securely behind you both when exiting and arriving.
    Please also be considerate that this is a residential building and that upon your arrival & departure your luggage is carried quietly up & down the stairs.


    Access Arrangements

    A "meet and greet" service is operated , whereby you will be met at a property at a pre-arranged time to give access. Full instructions of this procedure can be found in the secure guest area after a booking has been completed. It is very important that an approximate arrival time is provided before arrival for this process. Entry is from 14:00 onwards but if nobody has booked to depart on your day of arrival it will probably be very suitable for us to give you entry as early as possible. Departure is by 10am (a guaranteed late departure up to 20:00 can be obtained for 50% of that daily rate. Please contact us if you want to utilise this facility and a price will be calculated).

    Please note that arrivals after 19:00 will incur a range of late arrival fee.

    **LATE ARRIVAL: fees, 19:00 - 22:30 - 15 pounds, 22:31 - 00:00 - 30 pounds and 00:01 - 02:00 - 50 pounds. The latest access can be given is 02:00, otherwise it is given at 08:00 the next day. ESC accept no liability for any costs involved in alternative accommodation for this 6 hour period.


    A deposit of 25% is payable on booking and the outstanding balance of the rental price must be received 2 months prior to your arrival date. For bookings made less than eight weeks before your arrival date the whole rental price falls payable at the time of booking. Please note that a separate 200 pounds refundable key/security deposit must be provided prior to arrival. This is rescinded 2 days after departure.

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  • Driftwood Cottage.

    A stylish, spacious three bedroom holiday cottage in East Linton with a lovely private back garden, Driftwood Cottage is a bright and cozy cottage which sleeps up to 7 guests. The property is located in lovely East Linton - within a few minutes walk there are two country pubs and several independent shops, including the award winning butchers and deli/coffee house. This tasteful cottage has been fully modernised and the sitting room is bright and airy with large glass sliding doors opening out onto a decked area and private back garden. There is also a large flat screen TV and DVD player. The sitting room ceiling has apex style skylights, allowing you to kick back and relax on the sofa to star gaze! In addition, there is a snug room with a wood burning stove for use on chilly nights and plenty of books for loan. The combination of the relaxing garden space and appealing interior space makes Driftwood a great year round choice.

    Bedrooms:, There are 3 bedrooms-
    Twin bedroom with two single beds - ground floor
    Double bedroom with a double bed - first floor
    Small family bedroom with a super king sized bed and a high cabin bed - first floor. The (small single) high cabin bed is raised and suitable for children aged under 12.

    Bathrooms: Family bath room with a free standing roll top bath on the ground floor level and a walk in shower cubical, wash hand basin and w/c. On the first floor level there is also a shower room with wash hand basin and w/c.

    Kitchen: The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances including a washing machine, fridge freezer, a range gas hob and electric oven, microwave, kettle and toaster. Next to the kitchen is the dining area with table and chairs for up to 8 guests.

    The rest of the pretty village of East Linton is easily accessible from Driftwood on foot. A short (3 mile) car ride takes you to Tyninghame beach, one of the loveliest beaches in the area, or two miles away is Binning wood for atmospheric woodland walks. Closer to hand, you can stroll miles by the river which passes through the village.

    There is free unrestricted on road parking outside the property. All linen, electricity, heating and water are included. Non-smoking. A travel cot and and a high chair are available on request.

    Outside: Enjoy the private garden with the deck area, and lawn plus BBQ with table and chairs. The decked area has table and chairs for enjoying outside dining or just relaxing with your favourite tipple.

    Driftwood Cottage is perfect for a family holiday, couples and golfers. Only 6 miles or approximately 15 minutes drive from the very popular town of North Berwick.

    General:
    Central heating, electricity, bed linen, and towels are all included in the rental.

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    To make a booking you can book directly through this site. All you need to do is select your dates and the number of guests. The price will be calculated for you . You are required to pay a 20% deposit payment with a minimum payment of £150.00 or higher which secures the property, this payment is non refundable in the event of a cancellation. Then, 42 days prior to your arrival date the balance will be payable with a separate refundable damage deposit of £150.00 due 7 days before your arrival date. Your refundable damage deposit will be held until you depart and then automatically refunded back onto your card within the week after you depart

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  • The Cowgatehead Residence

    This is a beautifully refurbished 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.

    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 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.

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  • The Hart Residence

    Experience elegance in this seriously sophisticated apartment. The Hart Residence is a little slice of Georgian charm, ready and waiting to indulge you in one of Edinburgh’s most coveted locations. This two bedroom, two bathroom apartment welcomes up to four guests with open arms, and promises a perfectly pampered affair from start to finish.

    After a long day soaking in the sights, the culture continues in this lovingly maintained example of Georgian architecture. Original cornicing, grand doors and windows, and curved walls frame the large, light rooms. However, modern pleasures are not forgotten as guests are treated to splashes of contemporary furnishing and all mod cons where it really matters.

    The impressive living room greets you with sumptuous sofas, writing desk, and thoughtful decorative touches. Your entertainment needs are also met with TV, DVD player, and unlimited WiFi. Two comfortable bedrooms allow for a peaceful night’s rest. The large master bedroom has twin beds, plentiful storage, and an en suite shower room. A second bedroom has a double bed and chest of drawers. A family bathroom completes this delightful home from home.

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

    When it comes to location, you really couldn’t ask for anything better. Nestled between The Edinburgh Playhouse, Omni Centre (Vue cinema, gym, family restaurants) and Broughton Street (independent bars, bistros and delis), your entertainment options are almost unlimited. Upmarket shopping street Multrees Walk – think Louis Vuitton and Harvey Nichols – is just a hop, skip and a jump away, as well as retail havens John Lewis, George Street and Princes Street. Last but not least, The Hart Residence has the added convenience of a tram stop, Waverley train station and Edinburgh bus station just around the corner.

    This property doesn't come with free parking but there is limited paid street parking in local area for an additional fee.

    This property operates a key safe, so you can let yourself into the property any time after 4pm. The key safe code will be issued before your arrival.

    Entry to the apartment is from 16:00 onwards. Earlier entry can perhaps be arranged but depends if there is a departure at your chosen apartment that day. This can be confirmed within 48 hours of arrival. 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. You may be able to arrive early and leave luggage and come back however this is not guaranteed.

    The latest departure time is 11:00, 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.

    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.

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