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Parliament Sq, on Royal Mile, 300 metres to Edinburgh Castle - Edinburgh Self Catering
Edinburgh, Midlothian, Scotland
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Vacation Rental Description
1 Parliament Square has an enviable corner position, with astounding views of the Royal Mile & the City Chambers (local Government Offices) on one side and the magnificent St Giles Cathedral on the other. This magnificent 2 bedroom, third floor apartment commands a prestigious position in the very heart of Edinburgh's historic Old Town and only 300 m 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 junction with the famous Princess Street. There is also a copious amount of bars, restaurants, cafés 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 a laptop can also enjoy a free broadband connection either through the supplied cable or by wifi.
LOUNGE/DRAWING ROOM:
This superb corner room provides marvellous views of the Royal Mile and St Giles Cathedral. The room consists of a confortable corner sofa , a dining table suitable for four people and some smaller items of furniture and lighting features. A beautiful Victorian fireplace with a gas coal effect fire provides additional heat to the gas central heating and creates a wonderful ambience in the room.
A widescreen lcd tv with approximately 30 digital channels and a DVD home cinema system with a selection of dvds and cds are provided for your enjoyment.
KITCHEN
The kitchen has a window with the same views as bedroom 1. It is equipped with a fridge/freezer, electric cooker, microwave oven, washer/dryer and cutlery & crockery for up to four people.
Details:
Property Type: Apt. / Condo
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2 - BEDROOM 1
This is a lovely large double bedroom with a window overlooking the Royal Mile and the Edinburgh City Chambers . A super king size bed that can be split into twins if desired ( please indicate when making your booking if you want this room to made up as twin beds) with two bedside tables, a large built in wardrobe and chest of drawers provide ample storage space for your possessions. It has wonderful working shutters to shut out the world to aid a good night's sleep.
BEDROOM 2
The second bedroom has lovely vies of St Giles Cathedral and the Royal Mile. It has a king size double bed with headboard and beside tables. There is a wardrobe to provide storage for your possessions. There is also working shutters in this room.
Bathrooms: 1 - This is a large room with a bath with mixer taps providing a shower attachment, wc and basin. A shaver point is also in the bathroom.
Additional information
* All gas & electricity costs are included in the rental.
* Linen and towels are provided and are changed weekly for rentals of 1 week or more.
* Complimentary tea, coffee and milk are provided for your arrival.
* Ironing facilities and a hair dryer are provided.
* Street parking is available but is expensive, various longer term parking solutions can be given.
* The airport bus drop off point and main railway station are approximately 200 m away.
Suitability: No Pets; Not Handicap Accesible; Not Elderly Accessible |
Features for this Property
| dvd payer |
Full Equipped Kitchen |
wifi tv |
| Washing Machine/Dryer |
linen & towels supplied |
Internet Access |
| Microwave |
Dishwasher |
travel cot + linen |
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Guest Reviews of Parliament Sq, on Royal Mile, 300 metres to Edinburgh Castle
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Brilliant location to stay in |
Reviewed by: LeedsS from Leeds
Reviewed on: 11/07/2009 for their stay in 10/2009
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| I would highly recommend this flat, it is lovely, with a well equipied kitchen, two good sized bedrooms and a big bathroom. The location, in the middle of the royal mile, is perfect for the old town and a few minutes walk to the new town. the flat was clean and well kept and a pleasure to stay in. Enjoy the stairs up to it! |
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Family group 4 adults, up for a wedding. |
Reviewed by: Andrew&Sarah from Bosham. West Sussex
Reviewed on: 11/02/2009 for their stay in 10/2009
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Ideal base of our 5 day stay.
Fantastic location, couldn't be more convenient with the service in St Giles catherdral and a reception in the Signet Library afterwards...!
Well equipped and comfortable apartment....Certainly worked off a few calories with the stairs but well worth it.!
Dave very helpful allowing us early access and gave us a some great tips.
If your planning on driving into Edinburgh, consider leaving your car at one of the many FREE park and ride schemes on edge of city and use the excellent bus services around town. This is just £3 /day for all travel. Central car parks are expensive.
Highly recommend.
Andrew & Sarah
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Where It's At |
Reviewed by: jmdnnlln from Lancashire
Reviewed on: 11/01/2009 for their stay in 09/2009
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We,the four of us had a brilliant time in Edinburgh, the apartment was positioned right in the centre of the city, and as soon as you walk out the front door your right in the middle of an entertainment playground from underground tours, visits to the castle 300yards, markets, street entertaiment, great pubs! and much much more.
The apartment is spacious, clean, modern, but with character, and had all the comforts of home, no need to take anything.
We tried to book for the new year but it's fully booked (no suprises there) Oh well maybe next year!
One thing to remember, it is on the top floor, so might not suit everyone......
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We LOVED this flat! |
Reviewed by: NNMinLA from Alabama, USA
Reviewed on: 10/29/2009 for their stay in 09/2009
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My husband and I stayed at 1/15 Parliament Square for 5 nights. We decied to splurge a bit since this was to celebrate our 20th anniversary. We were so pleased with the location and amenities and how we were treated during the reservation, check-in/out process.
The flat is just like the pictures show. It is very comfortable and right in the middle of all that the Royal Mile has to offer. The beds and linens are wonderful. We slept like babies especially because of the shutters that close over all the windows to make everything dark and quiet.
It was very handy to have a washer/dryer in the kitchen. Do note the dryer takes a long time especially for heavier things like jeans. Only downside was the lack of a lift which we did know about ahead of time. There are 82 steps up to the top floor where the flat is situated.
We recommend this flat to anyone traveling to Edinburgh as long as they can handle the stairs. We hope to return in the next 2-3 years. |
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great location and amenities |
Reviewed by: Sherry & Doug from Halifax, Nova Scotia
Reviewed on: 10/18/2009 for their stay in 09/2009
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| The apartment was spacious and well appointed for 4 adults, beds were great and a very convenient location but you must be comfortable with lots of stairs. (good exercise though!) The apartment was walkable to all the sites in the city and many good restaurants close by. The service from the company was very prompt and although we did not require any extras you had the feeling they would be there in a minute. |
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perfect location |
Reviewed by: Tony O from Orvieto, Italy
Reviewed on: 10/16/2009 for their stay in 09/2009
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an overall great experience....not recommended for people who cannot climb
many steps |
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Excellent Stay |
Reviewed by: Islay1724 from Aberdeen
Reviewed on: 08/13/2009 for their stay in 07/2009
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| We recently enjoyed a two night stay in the Parliament Square Apartment. The apartment is ideally situated on the Royal Mile and is very central for sightseeing, restuarants etc. The accomodation is very comfortable and well equipped. It is also bright and spacious and was ideal for us (family of four). Although it did not bother us at all, some guests may find the stairs up to the apartment rather daunting. Only one disappointment was the rather stained lounge carpet which badly needed cleaned. Other than that, we had an excellent stay. |
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Just the best location |
Reviewed by: Richard from London
Reviewed on: 08/04/2009 for their stay in 07/2009
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This is a great property in a fantastic location (provided you don't mind stairs).
Obviously it is in the centre of the City, so don't be surprised if there is street
noise (although no traffic noise).
The flat is well-equipped with everything you could need. It was very clean.
The service when we arrived and left was very straightforward and precisely as
had been described in an email in advance.
One practical difficulty is that there is no nearby parking and the long-stay
parking (which is about 15 minutes' walk away) is pretty expensive (around
£18 per day, from recollection).
But this did nothing to dampen our enthusiasm for this place - we'll certainly
be back. |
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5 Stars |
Reviewed by: Murray from Hong Kong
Reviewed on: 07/12/2009 for their stay in 07/2008
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| From the start; the handover was seemless and the apartment was fantastic and perfect for the family. It was spacious, immaculate, the beds were tremendous and it had everything we needed. The location could not have been better. Apart from being close to several great restaurants and of course pubs everything was within walking distance. The next time we are in Edinburgh we'll be staying here.... |
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Parliament Sq - a great choice! |
Reviewed by: Claire. from Ireland.
Reviewed on: 06/22/2009 for their stay in 05/2009
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Amazing apartment. Spotlessly clean, well maintained and very comfortable.
Has everything you need for your stay.
Fantastic location. |
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Great flat and location!! |
Reviewed by: DB from Calgary, Canada
Reviewed on: 06/15/2009 for their stay in 05/2009
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| We stayed twice in this flat for 2 nights each on our way to St. Andrews to golf. The location is second to none on the Royal Mile across from St. Giles Cathedral - a great site when you look out your window anytime!! Enjoyed the living area to watch tv and the fully equipped kitchen to prepare breakfast and snacks. Dave is a wonderful host to welcome you to Edinburgh!! Would love to come back soon! |
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A palace on the roof! |
Reviewed by: Roger Paquette from Canada
Reviewed on: 06/10/2009 for their stay in 05/2007
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Except the 82 stairs to reach this wonderfull apartment, we were very satisfied to spend four days in this palace on the roof. Tastly decorated, the apartment located in the heart of Edimburg, is very well equiped, very clean and absolutely comfortable.
The four of us have only good rememberings about this apartment that we recommand to everyone who wants to live close to where the action is (bars, castle, restaurants, shopping, museums, etc.) in Edimburg. |
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Great Apartment! |
Reviewed by: wer14631 from Dallas, TX
Reviewed on: 06/10/2009 for their stay in 06/2007
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| Well appointed apartment with a spectacular location. We will be back! |
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Fantastic Flat in a Fabulous Location! |
Reviewed by: kltaylor from Boston, MA
Reviewed on: 06/09/2009 for their stay in 10/2007
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| This was the PERFECT home away from home while we were in Edinburgh. The flat is funky, spacious and immaculate. And the location cannot be beat! Right on the Royal Mile, near everything and St. Giles Cathedral is right outside the living room window! There are a few flights of stairs to get to the flat but it was well worth it. I would highly recommend this place! |
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wonderful little gem |
Reviewed by: galwaygirl from west of ireland
Reviewed on: 06/05/2009 for their stay in 02/2008
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| Had a wonderful stay at Parliament square. Travelled as a family, two adults and two children and could not have picked a better place to stay. It is ideally located near the castle with lots to do right outside your doorstep. The apartment itself was spotless clean and the decor was top end. Two bedrooms one double and one twin. Would not hesitate to recommend this place and will definately stay here again on my next trip to Edinburgh. The only downside is that it is on the top floor so lots of stairs to climb, but well worth the climb once you get there - Not suited to the eldery or parents with strollers! Fantastic service provided from start of booking right to handing the keys back! |
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Henry's 50th |
Reviewed by: Tracy from Leeds West Yorkshire
Reviewed on: 06/05/2009 for their stay in 11/2008
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| First time at a rental apartment we were very impressed all mod cons very clean and comfy and are hoping to come again. Fantastic location everything is on the door step and if coming for shopping Princes street is only a short walk away.Highly recommend we had a fantastic time. |
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great accomodation |
Reviewed by: Lenny from Witten, Germany
Reviewed on: 06/04/2009 for their stay in 03/2009
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The flat was awesome and we really enjoyed our stay. The location is superb. Everything we wanted to see was within reach. The only little issues we had were the key hand-over which was a little complicated and the cleanliness [maybe because we are Germans;)].
Other than there is absolutly nothing to complain about. Fantastic apartment:) |
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Fantastic location, great apartment! |
Reviewed by: American Mum in London from London, UK
Reviewed on: 06/04/2009 for their stay in 05/2008
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We had a fantastic time in Edinburgh and really appreciated the
location and price of this apartment. We decided to try a self-catering,
rather than a bed and breakfast, because we were 3 generations,
grandparents, parents & kids. There were 6 of us: 4 adults & 2 kids ( 4
and 6). It was fantastic. We were able to put the kids to bed and then
stay up to visit or just watch TV.
The apartment was clean and well stocked, the management was
friendly and extremely helpful. If we ever travel to Edinburgh again,
this is the first place we'd check for availability.
It suited everyone's needs, which can be hard with such a diverse
group! |
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Perfection in Edinburgh |
Reviewed by: Shelley from Colorado Springs, Colorado
Reviewed on: 06/02/2009 for their stay in 05/2008
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The flat was beautiful and far exceeded my expectations in every area. Dave, our contact, was a pleasure to work with as well being fantastic to glean useful local information from, the restaurant list was most helpful. The overall experience of renting the flat at 1/15 Parliament Square was perfection.
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Location, location!! |
Reviewed by: montreal from montreal, canada
Reviewed on: 06/01/2009 for their stay in 08/2008
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| A very comfortable apartment located in the best area for tourists. It was perfect for my family (2 teens, 15 and 17) |
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The Best of the Best |
Reviewed by: sandym from Boston
Reviewed on: 05/31/2009 for their stay in 03/2007
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| Parliament Sq, on Royal Mile, was perfection at its best. After staying in a few 5 star hotels during different trips to Edinburgh we decided that we would try an apartment since there were going to be three of us instead of just my husband and myself. To our surprise we found the apartment to be 5 star all the way and would never consider staying anywhere else when we visit Edinburgh in the future. It was huge, beautiful, and right in the middle of the Royal Mile, it just doesn't get any better then that! |
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City centre |
Reviewed by: Alan Mair from Dundee, Scotland
Reviewed on: 05/28/2009 for their stay in 10/2008
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| Flat very comfortable and modern with good facilities. Couldn't be more central (right next to St Giles cathedral!) Still has the old shutters inside so with these and the curtains closed at night, there is very little noise for such a centrally located flat. The lack of a lift and the flat being on the top floor might not suit some people. However, all the other benefits of this flat more than made up for that! |
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Wonderful Centrally located apartment |
Reviewed by: Linda from London
Reviewed on: 05/28/2009 for their stay in 07/2007
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Top floor spacious apartment in centre of Edinburgh on the Royal Mile opposite St Giles.
Beautifully decorated and furnished with state of the art TV/DVD/HI-FI.
No lift so tenants need to be fit to manage all the stairs. |
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Parliament Square |
Reviewed by: Katrina from London
Reviewed on: 05/28/2009 for their stay in 03/2008
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We spent a week in this apartment on Parliament Square in March 2008 following my daughter's wedding at the Castle. It is a lovely apartment, well furnished and well equipped with great views from all windows. Everthing was very clean and tidy with a good mix of the traditional and modern. Centrally located, everything we needed was on hand, and there are many great restaurants within easy walking distance. Key handover was easy and we had no problems at all. All the "touristy" things were within a 10-15 minute walk. Hope to revisit using the same apartment maybe for a slightly longer stay.
Would very definitley recommend this property.
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central location, charming apartment |
Reviewed by: marc from geneva, switzerland
Reviewed on: 05/28/2009 for their stay in 05/2008
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great apartment, centally located and very charming in its layout (corner apartment, lots of windows with great views, bright) and tastefully furnished. all sights and activities of interest are walking distance, truly great. only reason i can not give it best rate is that it is on the fourth floor without elevator - again a small price to pay for an apartment and building that is uniquely charming - which can turn into a challenge with children of physically impared guests.
overall a truly wonderful experience and hoping to be back sometimes. |
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Wonderful apartment and location |
Reviewed by: C & D Leamy from Illinois
Reviewed on: 05/27/2009 for their stay in 09/2008
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The apartment was everything we had read about previously. Lovely furnishings. Great location. Across the street from local tour company. Right on the Royal Mile and close to the castle. We were met right on schedule to get our keys. The entire process was very efficient. We even watched fireworks over the castle from the living room window. What we saw in the pictures was what we got.
Just a note - There are quite a few steps to get to the apartment (no elevator) and we were challenged physically initially (that means stopping on a landing to rest). |
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Wonderful |
Reviewed by: julie from Michigan
Reviewed on: 05/27/2009 for their stay in 04/2008
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| Wonderful, cute, convenient, clean apartment. |
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great accommodation |
Reviewed by: old elm from oxfordshire
Reviewed on: 05/27/2009 for their stay in 08/2008
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This is a wonderful property at any time but during the festival it is divine! The location places you at the centre of activity-you can see the tatoo fireworks for free and you can see street acts through the day. The nearest restaurant is downstairs.
The apartment is up 3 sets of stairs so you need to be fit and it is not possible to get a taxi to the door during the festival.
The aparments itself is tasteful and well equipped-even includes broadband. Four adults spent 7 days without getting on each others nerves. Its basically bliss |
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The perfect place! |
Reviewed by: carla from Texas
Reviewed on: 05/27/2009 for their stay in 05/2008
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| This was a wonderful experience! My family included my husband, mother and baby brother (who was only 14 months at the time). The space was more than comfortable, in an ideal location and so luxurious! I would recommend this rental to anyone who wants the perks of a hotel, without the price and with more privacy and independence. |
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Great Location |
Reviewed by: jeffY from Kennett Square, PA
Reviewed on: 05/27/2009 for their stay in 12/2008
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In the middle of the Royal mile and close to everything, this was the
perfect place for a Hogmamy vacation. |
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Big Bang for Your Buck! |
Reviewed by: Canadian Traveller from Collingwood Ontario Canada
Reviewed on: 05/27/2009 for their stay in 05/2009
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Excellent location, nice, clean, big apartment. Only drawback was the dryer didn't work and the 5 flights of stairs....but easily overlooked for what you get. Nice touches with all the umbrella's available. Even has single malt scotch glasses! The wow factor here is 10+.
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