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9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Place, Portobello Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Joppa Shore
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen Margaret University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

The Brunstane Studio

Located between the city and the vibrant seaside suburb of Portobello . The Brunstane Studio is the perfect place. A train will take you to Edinburgh Waverly , right in the centre, in 7 minutes. A return ticket is £3.60 and trains run until midnight . The station is at the top of Daiches Braes. Daiches Braes is where the studio is located.
Edinburgh buses run all night so if you miss the last train the number 44 bus will get you home in about 30 minutes. A day ticket cost £5.00
Free Wi-Fi (7EN74N49) and parking.
King sized bed with Topper.
The studio spans the ground floor of a townhouse. An open plan sitting, sleeping and well-equipped kitchen area opens through a private door to a separate shower room and separate toilet and a closet for clothes and luggage storage. The apt has gas central heating : free Wi-Fi ; an electric fire ; washing machine and free parking in the laybys opposite the apt . The apt also benefits from a south facing courtyard which is lovely to sit out in.

The studio is directly opposite a lovely path beside a stream . Turn left and a 20 minute traffic -free walk leads to the sea, between Joppa and Musselburgh and just a short walk West to Portobello. There are plentiful cafes and shops in Musselburgh, though Portobello as a fashionable Edinburgh suburb has many more.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Upon request only.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
A dog is at the owners discretion . Please check first .

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number EH-70886-F
Property # 10421986
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Edinburgh

Located in Portobello, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, this apartment is in a rural area and on a river. Princes Street and Royal Mile are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Portobello Beach and Princes Street Gardens. 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 in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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What's nearby

  • Portobello Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Joppa Shore - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Coade Stone Columns - 5 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Fisherrow Sands - 5 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Queen Margaret University - 6 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Brunstane Station - 5 min walk
  • The Shore Tram Stop - 8 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Frankie & Benny's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪wagamama - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Brunstane Studio pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Brunstane Studio ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Brunstane Studio ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Brunstane Studio ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Brunstane Studio located?

Located in Portobello, this apartment building is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Portobello Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Queen Margaret University and Musselburgh Racecourse. Craigmillar Castle and Holyrood Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Brunstane Station is only a 5-minute walk and Newcraighall Station is 23 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ziyang L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We've enjoyed our stay. Thank you for hosting us :)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 April 2026
I'm delighted you enjoyed your stay. Kind regards Trish
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nicolaas k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful studio! Very close to the Brunstane station made access to Edinburgh trivial, and the neighbourhood is very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elyza B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trish is lovely and helpful, and the place really looks like the pictures. It's clean and nice. The beach is really easy to get to, whether it's straight down towards Portobello or the lovely burn path to Musselburgh. It's also easy to get to Edinburgh Waverley, and there are many big-box stores nearby. I had a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 April 2026
Good morning Elyza Thank you for your review . It was a pleasure to host you and your lovely assistance dog. Hope to see you again Best wishes Trish
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay! Trish was a lovely host — helpful and friendly. The location was perfect — a quick walk up the path to the train station and a nice 20 min walk to Portobello Beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2025
Thank you for visiting and being such lovely guests .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth R.

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

Quiet location, close to train and bus

The studio had everything we needed for our stay. It is within walking distance of the beach by neighborhood or a sweet footpath located across from the studio that winds along a stream and under a canopy of entertwined trees.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2025
I'm so pleased you both enjoyed your stay..Trish
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kent R.

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

Big Feel

Loved the place. Had all we needed. Quiet location but able to walk to town on a built pathway Host was the best, caring about our stay , needs and things to do. I highly recommend this place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

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

Brunstane

Quaint apartment. Perfect for basing around Edinburgh. Short walk to train and grocery. Trish was a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2024
Thank you so much for your feedback..I'm delighted you enjoyed your stay ..We loved having you. Thanks again 🙏
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

Great spot for an Edinburgh visit

Five minutes out of the city by train with train station a five minute walk away, and parking for a car if needed. Nice quiet spot with walking trails across the road. The apartment has lots of homely touches and is nicely decorated. One room, set out as kitchenette, sleeping area, and sitting/dine with patio doors opening out to the street. Separate shower and toilet. Very clean and Trish, the owner, who lives above, is very helpful. Would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane H.

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

Stay at Brunstane

Nice quirky place to stay ,lots nice bits pieces. It is very compact as it states . Not easy to find , 30 min walk at least to nearest restaurant or bar down a very pretty path by a burn . Dont go here if you dont like walking, need car for everything or a taxi . It is hour walk to beach ....... ......all in all nice break and weather was tremendous which helps spend my day on Portobello beach . The Portobello Beach Bistro food is amazing well worth a visit on West sands .Trish host is friendly and always about
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 October 2022
Thank you for taking the time to leave a response . Walking to the beach the most direct way takes about 20 minutes and 30 minutes if you pick up the path outside my house and follow the burn . Please note it takes 5 minutes by train to arrive at Waverly station Edinburgh .thanks again Trish
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadine L.

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

Beautiful little flat as a good starting point to discover Edinburgh

We spent a few days in Trish's apartment. The communication in advance as well as the handover of the keys worked without any problems. When we arrived, Trish immediately gave us some directions and described the way to the beach, which, depending on the route, is about a 20-minute walk away. This gave us the opportunity to end the day at Portobello Beach after a long day in the city and without a long walk home. The flat itself was fully equipped, as was the kitchen. So cooking was also possible without any problems. The flat is in a quiet location, so you were not disturbed by city noise. However, a small hint for people who are very sensitive to noices: The house in which the flat is located is kind of badly soundproofed - but everything is within reason. We arrived without a car and therefore had to rely on public transport to get to the city centre, which was no problem. A train and several bus stops are within walking distance. We had a really nice time in Edinburgh! :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sabine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Sehr freundliche Gastgeberin, war immer erreichbar, unser Problem war, dass wir 2 Einzelbetten gebraucht hätten. Wir sind von 2 Zimmern ausgegangen. Es handelt sich um 1 langes Zimmer, in dem hintereinander kleiner Tisch, Sofa, Bett und Küche untergebracht sind.Skifahren waren wir nicht, ich weiß nicht, ob man es dort kann.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 January 2026
Thank you for your review although I am disappointed with the 3 star rating given the studio is advertised accurately . We have a queen sized bed and a sofa bed.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodger A.

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

Well located,comfortable,quiet,safe and everything we needed!

We stayed a week,with a car. However,the train and busses are very close by. It was actually easier to catch the train to Edinburgh than to drive. Very centrally located for walking into Portobello or the large market near by. Nice walking path right across the street and Musselburgh is close by ( we drove). Absolutely perfect for us. ( And we had a place to park the car). We hope to return! Many thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frances N.

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

Highly Recommend

Stayed for 5 days, great location with easy access to nearby beaches as well as Edinburgh city centre. Nice little apartment, nicely decorated with a cosey feel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc J.

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

Parfait pour découvrir Edimburgh

Ce petit logement, très bien décoré, est parfait pour deux personnes et idéalement situé pour découvrir Édimbourg. (7' par le train et la gare est a Le village de Portobello est à découvrir également
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
Thank you for your review and being such good guests .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Brunstane studio

Perfect for our trips to city and excellent for early morning dog walks
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
Thank you for booking my accommodation with your well behaved dog. I have been letting for 15 years and you and your partner left it 5 stars plus plus . Thank you so much. Trish
Verified

6/10 Okay

Graham L.

Our Holiday

A lovely welcome awaited us. Accomodation just essentials but overcome by proximity to City and beaches, Like us, the bed was a little over tired.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

Lovely flat in a quiet street.

Nice place for 2 people. If you like it quiet and stressfree. You can go for long nice walks in the area, or get on the train just 5 minutes walk away, and go in to town center. LOVELY Thank's Trish for this lovely place.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
Thank you for your review and being great guests. It was good chatting with you also .. All the best Trish
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10/10 Excellent

JESUS S.

Es muy tranquilo. Esta perfectamente equipado y comunicado por tren y bus con Edinburgo

Ha sido una maravilla el estar aquí. Edinburgo y las tierras altas son una maravilla. Toda Escocia es una preciosidad, la gente es súper amable, te ayudan en todo. El alojamiento de Tris tiene de todo, la cama muy cómoda y sobre todo el barrio es guapísimo. En fin una experiencia inolvidable
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
Thank you for your review Trish
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10/10 Excellent

Emilie M.

Cosy little flat

Trish's flat has everything you might need. It's close to a bus stop and the train station. Trish is always happy to help or give you tips on what to in Edinburgh or around.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
Thank you for your review and I'm pleased you had a good stay
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10/10 Excellent

Jean-Loup V.

Petit nid douillet - Small cozy nest

Situé dans une rue très clame, avec facilité de parking et à proximité des transports en commun, nous avons apprécié la gentillesse de la propriétaire et avons trouvé tout le confort et ce qu'il faut pour un agréable séjour. Located in a very clam street, with easy parking and close to public transport, we appreciated the friendliness of the owner and found in this studio all the comfort and what it takes for a pleasant stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
Thank you it was a pleasure having you . Regards Trish
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10/10 Excellent

Bethany W.

Fantastic Stay!

We had a lovely stay in Trish's Studio. It had everything we needed, Trish was so kind and the location was fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
Thank you . I'm so pleased you had a good holiday
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8/10 Good

jonathan g.

A cosy place in a great location.

Warm and cosy and very clean with everything you need. Trish even supplies a few little cooking extras; herbs, sauces etc. which is great when you're travelling. There's a lovely stream opposite this quiet street and a pathway alongside which takes you to shops and local beaches. It's a short walk to the railway station and about a 7minute ride into Edinburgh.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
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8/10 Good

ENRIQUE D.

Apartamento pequeñito pero con todo lo necesario.

La estancia estuvo muy bien, la anfitriona ( Trish ) muy amable y el apartamento, aunque pequeñito. tenía todo lo necesario. Muy cerca se encuentra la estación de tren que comunica rápidamente con Edimburgo. Lo recomendamos sin ninguna duda.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. Very nice meeting with you and hope to see you again . Regards Trish
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10/10 Excellent

emmanuelle G.

Great stay

Very quiet, clean, well maintained cosy flat. The listing description is accurate. Well located: little riverway to go to the seafront or to the bus/train station. 20 minutes by bus to the city centre, 5 minutes on the train. I would recommend it to a friend.
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10/10 Excellent

Kizzy D.

Great escape!!

My Partner and I wanted a relaxing, cheap break for a couple of days and stumbled on this little diamond in the rough! Its not huge, but not small, its quirky style and well used space makes it feel like a home away from home. Its so close to the bustling centre of Edinburgh, yet only a five minute train ride away, so you still get a little rural with your stay in the big city. There is also a handy 24 hour asda very close by for those little things like milk and bread. I would reccommend sensible shoes for your trip, because there is alot of walking involved, and the last thing you want is to be traipsing around with sore feet! We really enjoyed our stay with Trish, she made us feel very welcome, gave a great orientation and has information for everything in a handy folder and thousands of leaflets for places to go. Thanks very much x
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
Thank you for your review. If you are a keen walker the comfortable shoes is a good option. The apt is less than 5 minutes walk to the train station . The train takes 5 minutes and then you reach Waverly station Princes Street . Trish

About the host

Hosted by T. Crane

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I have been hosting for twenty years and taken early retirement from regulation and inspection . I now provide good quality affordable accommodation to guests visiting lovely Edinburgh.Trish

Why they chose this property

The property is close to Portobello and transport links. Outside the apartment is a good walk way and stream which leads to Newhailes house , Musselburgh and Portobello.

What makes this property unique

Very close to train station - 5 minutes to the city centre and the apt is situated in a very quiet location.

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