Blackfriars Residence - Beautiful Home - Edinburgh

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 465 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Explore the area

Edinburgh, Scotland

Royal Mile2 min walk
University of Edinburgh7 min walk
Edinburgh Castle11 min walk
Edinburgh (EDI)34 min drive

This is the second time we stayed at this place. The first time was amazing and we were looking forward to coming back. ...

Kathy P.

Nov 28, 2022

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Blackfriars Residence - Beautiful Home

Space

Our beautiful city centre duplex apartment is in the heart of Edinburgh where you can easily walk to Edinburgh Castle in 5 minutes. We have recently updated many aspects of the home for the comfort of out guests and we hope that you will enjoy the home that we have created.

The kitchen has lovely views over Salisbury Crags and the surrounding Skyline and we provide all the cooking utensils and crockery you need for your stay. There is a large table for eating the meals that you prepare or order in.

The living room once again offers amazing views of Edinburgh's skyline and Salisbury Crags. Should you get bored of the view there is a large 50 inch smart TV.

Bedroom one has a beautiful king size, four poster bed with large amounts of storage for your stay. My cleaners place fresh, hotel quality linen and towels on your bed prior to your arrival. This bedroom also has a beautiful Ensuite.

The Ensuite to bedroom one has a stand alone shower for which we will provide shampoo and shower gel.

Bedroom two contains two single beds and once again, plenty of storage. You will find that both bedrooms have a luxury feel.

The bathroom is very modern with a bath and shower. We provide shower gel, shampoo and hand soap to save you some packing.

Access

Guests will have access to the entire property during their stay.

Interaction

We will be contactable by email or telephone during your stay.

Neighborhood

Edinburgh's Old Town full of historical buildings, closes and architecture and is Edinburgh' oldest area and has been given UNESCO World Heritage status.

We are ideally suited for anyone looking for great access to Edinburgh's numerous tourist attractions, entertainment and amenities. Our home is directly off Edinburgh's original street leading directly from The Castle, The Royal Mile.

Transit

EDINBURGH AIRPORT: From the airport take the Airlink bus to the final stop or the tram to St Andrew Square. From both locations our home walkable in under ten minutes.

TRAIN: Edinburgh Waverley is the station best located to arrive at for our home. We are a 5-10 minute walk from the station or a quick taxi ride away.

BUS: Edinburgh's local bus company is Lothian Buses and operate throughout the city. They have a great app that is free to download, it is a great way to find your way around the city.

WALKING: We are so central that you will find all of Edinburgh's city centre amenities within walking distance. Buses or taxis are great for getting further out of the centre and are readily available in the surrounding streets.

Notes

Please note there is no lift in the building and we are on the fourth floor.

Property manager

HOUST

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Kitchen

Washer

Microwave

Living/dining area

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh, this apartment is in the city centre. National Museum of Scotland and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Royal Mile and Princes Street. 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.

Edinburgh, Scotland

What's nearby

Royal Mile - 2 min walk
University of Edinburgh - 7 min walk
Grassmarket - 8 min walk
Princes Street - 8 min walk
Edinburgh Castle - 11 min walk

Getting around

Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 4 min walk
St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 11 min walk
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

Whiski Bar & Restaurant - 1 min walk
Bannerman's Bar - 4 min walk
Byron North Bridge - 2 min walk
The Banshee Labyrinth - 3 min walk
The World's End - 2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Blackfriars Residence - Beautiful Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Blackfriars Residence - Beautiful Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Where is Blackfriars Residence - Beautiful Home located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment building is steps away from John Knox House and Royal Mile. University of Edinburgh and Princes Street are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is only a 4-minute walk and Edinburgh Waverley Station is 6 minutes.

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7.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

6.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

2/10 Terrible

Kathy P.

28 November 2022

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Would not stay there again, poor management company.

This is the second time we stayed at this place. The first time was amazing and we were looking forward to coming back. This last time was terrible. The management company was awful. It started out that some many of the rooms the light bulbs were burned out and you could barely see and some of the rooms the light switches did not work. We got lucky and found the key to the lock closet to get to the breaker switch. Then the washer door was completely off and left on the kitchen counter with no communication from the management company. I called them and they had no idea. They made me send pictures of everything. Then the bathroom shower in main bedroom did not drain and the heating towel rack was leaking water. More pictures sent. They asked if we would be around Friday afternoon for a handyman, we said yes and no one showed up. We had to get our laundry done from an outside service, it was cash only, so the management team refused to reimburse us. They then called and ask us to be available Saturday evening for a repairman or leave the keys for them. We actually said no, since we be out and about Saturday evening. I am sad to leave this review as we use to love this place, but we will not come back.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Jen M., Duxbury, Massachusetts

12 August 2021

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

Great Location But Some Marks Were Missed

Great location and lots of space! Communication with management company was consistent until there was a problem- then no follow through. When we first got to the unit one set of the curtains were ripped from the wall and in a pile on the chair in the sitting room. Old floors that creak loudly- would be good for teenagers looking to escape at night :) Kitchen and bathrooms are new and modern; very nice. We were there for 6 nights and given one hand towel and one bath towel per person for the week, and no laundry detergent to wash them. To wash and dry 1 small load of laundry took a total of 5 hours, literally. Unit is on 4th floor so lots of stairs to climb- we were ok with it but I could be a deal breaker for others. Overall a nice unit but doesn’t accommodate vacationers from overseas with things like napkins, condiments dishwasher and laundry detergent, instructions for appliances, etc.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacalyn B.

21 November 2019

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

Pleasant and Convenient

This property was clean and well appointed. Some might find the multiple levels an inconvenience, but it was not a problem for us. The location is great, with many restaurants nearby to choose from. We had an enjoyable stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline R.

7 December 2018

Clean, beautiful, and well located

We stayed at this property in Sept 2018. We found the property to be very clean, well stocked, and centrally located to all the attractions we planned to visit. The décor appeared to be professionally done and the kitchen was well suited to our needs. I would definitely recommend staying here. The property is managed well and the staff was quick to respond to our questions and needs. Instructions were straight forward and clear. Our only complaint was the mattresses felt quite firm, but then some people do like that. Our stay was a pleasant one and I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018