Castle View Vintage Retreat

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A hallway with a framed artwork of an ancient architectural corridor.
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, a plaid armchair, a small round table, and a large window with natural light.
A historic building with multiple stories, a prominent tower, and a dome structure.
A hotel room with two beds, purple bedding, a wooden shelf, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A kitchen with a gas stove, toaster, and utensil holder.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Onsite parking available
    Convenient and secure on-site parking, a rare amenity in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Edinburgh Castle

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Fireplace
  • Terrace

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Place, Princes Street Gardens
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh International Conference Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office

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About the area

Edinburgh

Edinburgh City Centre, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, is home to this apartment. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Murrayfield Stadium.
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Edinburgh, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Princes Street Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grassmarket - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Princes Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Blue Blazer - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shakespeare's Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lovecrumbs - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bread Meats Bread - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Castle View Vintage Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Castle View Vintage Retreat?

As of 29 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castle View Vintage Retreat on 28 February 2027 start from NZ$1,063, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Castle View Vintage Retreat?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Castle View Vintage Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Castle View Vintage Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Castle View Vintage Retreat located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Royal Lyceum Theatre, Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. Grassmarket and Princes Street are also within 10 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 12 minutes by foot and Haymarket Tram Station is 14 minutes.

Reviews

7.8

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Check-in

7.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Accomodation near the heart of Old Town!

Will definitely stay here again! Perfect location and cozy accommodation in a quiet area near old town.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very accurate description. The view of the castle is fantastic. There are 60 steps up so take that into account. We did have trouble with the heating and the thermostat didn't work. The kitchen is a good size and it was very comfortable for a family of 5. It was within 10ish minutes walking distance of the Royal Mile.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

Comfortable property in excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, great views from bedrooms!

Easy contactless check in, large updated kitchen, lots of charm and period detail. Great location to walk to Royal Mile and all attractions in a peaceful neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2022
Dear Maura, We are tremendously grateful you took the time to share such kind words about your recent stay with ALTIDO. We take pride in giving outstanding service to every customer and we are overjoyed to receive your compliments and appreciation. We are glad you have choosing us for your recent stay and would like to use this message as an opportunity to welcome you back again. Looking forward to seeing you soon. Best Regards, ALTIDO Team
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and views. But, fix the kitchen fan, bathroom fan and shower door. Twin room would benefit from some little bedside lights.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Dear Helen, Thank you for your feedback, and we're so pleased you enjoyed the location and views—two of our favorite features as well! We also truly appreciate your helpful suggestions regarding the kitchen and bathroom fans, shower door, and bedside lighting in the twin room. Your input is valuable, and we’ll be addressing these maintenance points to enhance comfort for future guests. Thank you again for staying with us, and we hope to welcome you back soon for an even better experience. Best Regards, Joivy Team
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Check-in
Good location. Confusing door instructions. Stairwell needs to be cleaned. You should tell potential clients that it is 60 stairs to the top, tough with all the luggage.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Kleine flat op top locatie!

The apartment was very clean and located at an excellent location (bedroom views on the castle!). Walking into the old town is easy, and lots of nice shops and places to eat and drink nearby. It's a top floor walk up, so not ideal if you're traveling with small children (or a buggy!) and a bit small for 5 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2025
Dear Welmoed, Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us! We’re delighted that you enjoyed the cleanliness of the apartment and the stunning views of the castle. The location truly is fantastic for exploring the city, and we’re glad it contributed to your stay. We appreciate your feedback regarding the walk-up and the size of the apartment, and we’ll certainly keep this in mind for future guests. We’d love to welcome you back anytime! Best regards, Joivy Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Nice flat when you eventually get in

Lock box was faulty, phoned for assistance, condescend to by assistant who said we were not operating correctly. To late for person to assist in person,after some time on phone she eventually admitted and told us we had to hold catch down with a pen or coin and hey presto it opened. Shame we did get provided with this information in the beginning in stead of standing out side in the freezing cold. The flat is 60 steps up this should have been at top of the booking information not suitable for older people. Dont be put off by the dirty stairs,the flat was clean,the heating worked as did the shower, clean bedding and towels ,nice welcome box. Great location. All would have been better with realistic explanation regarding stairs and lock box.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Could have stayed somewhere better!!

Where to begin.. property description highly inaccurate.. 60 steps to reach this top floor flat and no elevator not mentioned.. common outdoor area was full of junk and overgrown.. used term "recently renovated" for a flat with a broken shower door, a problemattic water heater, many burnt out lights, mildewed countertops, and ceiling fixtures coming loose from the ceiling. The flat lacked cleanliness: the kitchen flr was stained, the wooden kitchen sink countertop was mildew stained, dust bunnies abounded on the woodwork and door tops (hung a clothes hanger on the central closet door top and got covered in dust).The laundry rack was in the back of the central closet and was a nightmare to get through all the maintenance junk stored there. During our 1st night, we reported to Altido Scotland (AS) the flat needed more lighting for our 3 reading adult family members. A one Edison bulb ceiling light and an upcast floor lamp was only provided for the living room. One of 2 lamps in the main bedroom was broken. Said light was not replaced by AS until the last night of our 5 night stay, despite my calling most days. On our 2nd afternoon, hot water cutoff. We called immediately, but were told no one would fix it until 10 am the next day (he came at 11 am). Why can a repairman not be on call at earlier hrs, especially since guests expect to start their day when Edinbugh opens at 11 am? For all the above, I was given a 20% discount. I'd have rather stayed elsewhere! Poor service AS!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location, excellent view and a beautiful place. I’d definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Frustrating

This apartment was in an excellent location with a wonderful view. Unfortunately, the bathroom fan was as loud as a helicopter and would take about an hour to stop running after the switch was turned off. The chairs in the living room were dirty and covered with stains. The check-in process was unorganized and complicated - no one contacted us ahead of our check-in time. I appreciate that we could easily get a hold of the management, but the follow through was not sufficient.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Our 3 day stay included watching fireworks out the windows of this VRBO. We were nice and close to Edinburgh Castle, great restaurants and other interesting sights. With the Tattoo in full swing it was nice to see all the activity going on close by. The main areas of the apartment were large enough for 4 adults, although one bedroom was quite small. The washer was a welcome sight as we had not seen our luggage for the 2 weeks we visited the UK. Collateral damage of the airline debacle! The apartment was clean and had all the necessities. The stairwell leading to our fourth floor unit left a lot to be desired. There was no light which made getting up four floors difficult. Also the stairwell itself from the ground floor on up were quite dirty . It would only take a few minutes once a week to sweep out the garbage and dust that had accumulated. Suffice to say once inside the unit we were pleased and had a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good location

Too many stairs
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Cute Place great location

Our stay started off poorly when we arrived to find the unit was not cleaned. Unfortunately, our luggage had been lost by the airline so we needed to clean up and wash our clothes. Problem is that the washer had broken and we were not notified. We were asked to wait a few hours for the unit to be cleaned. The management company was difficult to work with and did not do much to compensate us for the delay and broken washer. The unit itself was in a great part of town just a 5-minute walk to the center of old town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best VRBO in Edinburg!

What a wonderful stay we had. The room was beautiful with views of the castle and a great location. We were able to find our way around the city with ease. Would highly recommend this spot! VRBO was quick with responses each time and this was greatly appreciated!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

3 day stay in Edinburgh

It was well situated and well managed. There were nicities that were appreciated but not expected (shampoo, heated towel racks, etc), added touches that showed management was concerned to make the stay enjoyable for the guests.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great Location, Small 4th Floor Walk Up, Terrible Communication

Check in was a mess. I emailed the property manager the day before we were to arrive. I got a email back saying I would get an email within 24 hours. But we were already with in that 24 hours. I emailed again and got a lock box code. When we arrived the property had 5 lock boxes on the front. They were not labeled. I tried ever lock with no luck. I called and started to panic. We were able to get someone on the line and they were able to tell us which box and how to get it. The location is great. The flat is small but that is to be expected, however in the room with the twin beds you could not have 2 people moving about the room at the same time. It was fine but i would not stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

We enjoyed our stay very much. The location and view of the castle was great! All the supplies we needed were waiting there for us which is super helpful! I would recommend having some information about closest markets and good pubs for future guests. Also, make sure the listing is for only #8 as there is a resident in #7 and that was confusing when we arrived.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
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