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2 Mins Walk from Edinburgh's Best Beach!

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A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a TV.
A courtyard with a stone floor, various plants, and a white wall.
A staircase with white balusters and green carpeted steps.
A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A stone building with multiple windows, a door, and a small garden area with plants.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Fenced yard
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, SCT
  • Place, Portobello Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Coade Stone Columns
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Leith Docks
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

2 Mins Walk from Edinburgh's Best Beach!


Whole property - 140sqm

This is a wonderful, spacious, traditional seaside townhouse, built at a time when wealthy Edinburgh families also bought a house by the sea in order to cool off on those hot summer days.

Laid out over 3 floors, the wide staircases are a feature, particularly the winding staircase between the first and second floors (note; they're a bit too wide for standard stair gates, so may not be ideal for young children). The Living Room is positioned on the first floor, as was the norm for the time, with 3 large windows that let the light stream in. From the top floor there are views over the roof tops to Arthur's Seat from the front and across the Firth of Forth to Fife at the rear.

The house offers 4 bedrooms, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Bathroom with Jacuzzi bath, a WC on each floor, full gas central heating, high pressure hot water system, Primary Bedroom with ensuite, WiFi, Smart TV, travel cot, high chair, iron and ironing board, hair dryers, linen and towels. Hopefully everything you need!

Check-in from 4pm, Check-out 10.30am

City of Edinburgh Short Term Let Licence Number: EH-69033-R

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1134654
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 near the beach, this holiday home is in Portobello, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and George Street. Travelling with kids? Make time for Edinburgh Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Murrayfield Stadium. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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Edinburgh, SCT

What's nearby

  • Portobello Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Coade Stone Columns - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Leith Docks - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Joppa Shore - 4 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Royal Mile - 13 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Brunstane Station - 4 min drive
  • The Shore Tram Stop - 7 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Greggs - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Portobello Tap - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Civerinos - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 Mins Walk from Edinburgh's Best Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at 2 Mins Walk from Edinburgh's Best Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2 Mins Walk from Edinburgh's Best Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 Mins Walk from Edinburgh's Best Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is 2 Mins Walk from Edinburgh's Best Beach! located?

This family-friendly Edinburgh holiday home is located near the beach, within 2 mi (3 km) of Portobello Beach and Leith Docks. Royal Mile is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away. Brunstane Station is 22 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 308 out of 335 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 335 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 335 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 335 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 335 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely property in a great location- ample equipment for everything you could imagine.Perfect for walking and lovely cafes on the beachfront. Numerous buses 2 minute walk awayWould definitely visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing experience and thank you to our host. We loved this residence for its easy access to the beach cafes, shops and the buses into the centre.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, tastefully decorated and in a great location for the beach. Worked great for three generations of our family, thank you Patrick!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed home in quiet neighborhood. Convenient location. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this property! Not only was it clean and beautiful, but its location lent itself to a quick walk to morning coffee or afternoon local pizza, and a bus stop to get into town. Thank you, Patrick, for an amazing stay and consistent communication!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to the beach and lovely restaurants and coffee shops. Home was perfect for our group and the host was great communicating with us regarding check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was close to beach, transportation and restaurants. Host was fantastic to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very comfortable. We enjoyed our stay of two nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was very well stocked to host dinners for our large family. The backyard table and chairs worked well for hanging out. The short walk to the beach was a plus. We enjoyed touring Edinburgh and this house worked well with the bus service.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house in a beautiful location. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in a great location
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed in Portobello for a week and this house was absolutely perfect for us! Our only slight complaint (not really a complaint) was the lack of fans during the heat wave. We knew going in that AC wasn't a thing in most homes but not having atleast a fan to help was rough but we ended up buying 2 while there and leaving them for the host for future guests.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2026
It's a rare thing to need a fan in Edinburgh, but thank you for the generous gift!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location- a few minutes' walk to beach and town centre.Lovely decor. Very well equipped and really thoughtful that basics were there eg. loo rolls, washing up liquid, oil, salt and pepper.Cant wait to stay again sometime.Also plenty of room. There were 8 of us and we could all spread out if we wanted to.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well stocked kitchen, beautiful sitting room with open fire and underfloor heating in the main bathroom a joy on a winter’s day!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great house, great location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and lovely home ! We had a wonderful stay and easily took the bus in and out of Edinburgh.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An excellent family home. Warm, clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. I would definitely stay here again if the owner lets us lol!Thanks so much for a lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful place!! We thoroughly enjoyed staying in this beautiful home! Hope we can come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication when booking. Lovely house - so convenient for the beach, promenade and coffee shops! A warm welcome from Roslyn with the keys, and a warm house - very much appreciated on a blustery weekend. Comfy beds, great bathroom, well equipped kitchen and the perfect lounge for watching the Winter Olympics !
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Place

This is a wonderful place to stay. It is near the beach, a grocery store, and some good places to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to stay for our family. Kids live in London, Vancouver and Yorkshire and the house was the perfect place and size to all get together for a couple of days. Will definitely book again if staying in Edinburgh. Thank-you
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Great location, beach a couple of minutes walk away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a perfect location for family gathering. Patrick was really helpful as was his neighbour who let us in and called us after we left as we had forgotten a piece of luggage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

Very nice and cozy, great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this part of our trip! We are a family of eight who traveled throughout Europe for almost five weeks, and Scotland was one of our stops. Our stay at Patrick’s house was truly one of the highlights.Patrick’s home is amazing! It is incredibly spacious, well stocked, and very comfortable for a large family. We even had beautiful views of the ocean and an amazing private garden and backyard.What made our stay even more special was Patrick’s wonderful neighbor, Rosalyn. She helps Patrick with the property and was there to welcome us when we arrived, complete with a thoughtful welcome basket waiting for us in the kitchen. She was also there when we departed and went out of her way to help us with anything we needed. She is genuinely one of the kindest people we met during our travels.We had an amazing stay and would absolutely stay here again if we return to Scotland. We cannot recommend Patrick’s home enough, especially for families or larger groups.Thank you, Rosalyn and Patrick, for making our stay so memorable. You are both amazing people!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026

About the host

Hosted by Patrick

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I moved to Portobello from Edinburgh City Centre when I fell in love with what was then a very dilapidated house with a lot of potential. Having spent all my spare time (and money) on the house for 5 years, I got a job in Italy and had to leave it behind in 2010. Not being able to part with it, I decided on holiday rentals which have proven to be very popular.

Why they chose this property

It's a real home. Many guests have commented on that. This could be because of all the dedication and love that went into its restoration!

It's bursting with character and many original features have been retained or reinstated, along side modern twists with lighting and art.

What makes this property unique

It's difficult to say what in particular I fell in love with when I first saw the house. It may have been the stairs and the light. There was a lovely feel to the place. The first floor living room with 3 big windows and original fireplace is a favourite, as is the wee room at the top with a view across the water to Fife.. Or the big bedroom at the top with a view to Arthur's Seat.

And I should mention the great community spirit in Porty. So many people will say hello, whether you know them or not and the High Street is full of great shops, bars and cafes.

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