Ark at Anchor Apartment. – Home 8925764 Apartment
- 3 bedrooms
- 6 sleeps
- min stay varies
Ark at Anchor Apartment. – Home 8925764
- Apartment
- 3 bedrooms
- sleeps 6
- min stay varies
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Child Friendly
- No pets allowed
Description from manager
Description
Ark at Anchor is a truly spectacular wheel chair accessible ground floor apartment with unbeatable views across the Firth of Forth. It is said to be the closest house to the sea in Edinburgh and the 12 meter balcony that overhangs the sea allows 180 degree uninterrupted views of the Forth and over to Fife. This spacious 3 bedroom holiday house, which has been recently renovated to a high standard, is a perfect base after a days sightseeing or simply to spend a day relaxing, looking out to sea.
Sitting area:
The sitting area has a unique wall of glass with uninterrupted views out over the Firth of Forth and has access onto the balcony and deck. It offers a log burning fire, a small, smart internet T.V at the end of the living room and bluetooth stereo system with digital radio.
Please note that firewood is not supplied but can be bought locally from B and M Stores, Aldi or Lidl all of which are less than 5 minutes drive from the property.
Kitchen and dining area:
The kitchen is fully equipped with induction hob, integrated electrical double oven, microwave, dishwasher, large fridge freezer with ice and chilled water facility, toaster, kettle, instant boiling water tap and a breakfast bar. The dining area seats 6 people comfortably and has views out to sea.
Bathrooms:
In addition to all the bedrooms having en suites there is a separate w/c and hand basin located in the front hall.
Deck/Balcony:
Accessed from the living area or master bedroom this space offers an undercover seating area with chairs, table and is perfect for watching the sunrise or sunset.
Location:
The property is located in the suburb of Joppa in Edinburgh and is 4.5 miles from the city centre. The city centre is a short 20 minute drive and there are frequent buses into town provided by Lothian buses
General:
We are afraid that this property is not suitable for babies or young toddlers. This is due to a safety risk on the balconies and the position to the the sea below. We would suggest that from the age of 7 children would understand the risk.
Book now:
To make a booking you can book directly through this site. All you need to do is select your dates and the number of guests. The price will be calculated for you. You are required to pay a 20% deposit payment with a minimum payment of £150.00 or higher which secures the property, this payment is non refundable in the event of a cancellation. Then, 42 days prior to your arrival date the balance will be payable – after this date the booking will be fully non-refundable.
A £250 refundable damage/security deposit is due 7 days before arrival, and refunded after departure.
Check-in is from 4pm and check-out is by 10am. Access is via a key safe, the instructions for which will be provided within the week of your arrival.
All on the ground floor.
Large open plan living, kitchen and dining area with access onto balcony/deck.
Master bedroom with en suite and spa room is directly accessed from the living area.
2nd double bedroom with en suite is accessed from the living area.
Twin room with en suite is accessed from the front hall.
There is a separate w/c with hand basin located in the front hall.
A small utility room is located off the living area.
The Spa suite master bedroom has an en suite with high back bath, king sized bed and sea views. The spa suite is directly connected to a glass conservatory which offers a large multifunctional bath, a separate steam cabinet with seat facility, monsoon shower, body jets and Mp3 connection. Finish off your spa experience with a full body warm air dryer.
Bedroom 2 has a king sized bed with views onto open parkland and the sea. It also has an en suite with w/c, hand basin and shower.
Bedroom 3 has two single beds and an en suite with w/c, hand basin and shower.
Please note we do not provide hypoallergenic bedding in our properties.
Wheelchair access via sloped entrance ramps and double doors.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- No pets allowed
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 Twin beds - 1 Attached (ensuite), 2 Unknown types
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Patio
- Balcony or terrace
- Sea view
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Iron
- TV
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
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This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($313.12) £250.00 - Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
No refund If you cancel, any money you have paid cannot be refunded.
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About the manager
Coast Travel Ltd
- Response rate:
- 95%
- Calendar last updated:
- 12 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 17
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Very Good
– based on 6 reviews
Very Good
6 reviews
- Excellent
- 2
- Very Good
- 4
- Average
- 0
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
- 0
“Amazing three weeks stay”
Beautiful apartment loved the showers & baths the views are spectacular! Only downside was no tumble dryer thought with all the mod cons they would have had a washer dryer! We stayed 3 weeks so lo… More
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
Response from the manager Thank you so much for taking the time to leave feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed a great stay and that our team were on hand for any queries. Thank you too for your suggestion of adding a tumble dryer - we will forward this to the Property Owner for consideration. We hope to welcome you again soon!
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Could be 5* ++++”
There is no doubt this is a beautiful apartment with amazing views and facilities. Just a few things though could make this even better.... We arrived and there was a massive Happy Birthday banner of … More
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Response from the manager Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback and for your comments on where this property can be improved. We are sorry to hear of the issues encountered during your stay. Please be assured these have been communicated to the housekeeping team and Property Owner and they will address the points raised on their next visit to the apartment. The Property Owner has also already looked at the shower drainage. We hope, despite this, that you enjoyed your break and hope to welcome you back to Joppa again soon
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“We will book this house again.”
We felt very comfortable here. Easy walking distance to both Portobello and Musselburgh and close to pubs and good restaurants. The house was for the most part well equipped. We bought a coffee make… More
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Response from the manager Thank you so much for taking the time to leave feedback. We are delighted you had a comfortable stay and enjoyed exploring the local area. Thank you for your comments on where the property can be improved - we will pass these onto the owner for their consideration. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Family celebration”
Stunning views from the main lounge. Every mod con and more... was delighted to find a steam shower and body drier. Portobello has a lovely beach and the beachside cafes were all open. Fabulous family memories made.
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Response from the manager We are delighted you enjoyed The Ark at Anchor and really look forward to you all coming back , Kind regards Gillian , Coast Properties
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Lovely Apartment”
This property is in a perfect location so close to the sea, with wonderful views and convenient for Edinburgh with a bus stop just across the road, the only down side for us was the very small tv tha… More
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Response from the manager I'm happy that the location worked well for you and that you were satisfied by the stunning views! Sorry to hear about the sofas not being in the ideal area of the room, we'll take you problem into account. Thank you, Harry
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Spectacular views in amazing comfort.”
This apartment is in an excellent spot. Easy access to the city of Edinburgh with a very well served public transport. Few minutes walk to Portobello beach and promenade. That's if you want to ev… More
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Response from the manager Dear Anne, We are delighted you enjoyed your stay at Ark at Anchor , We look forward to welcoming you back and you can enjoy the property again once more. kind regards Gillian
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with the property manager through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send the property manager an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact the property manager?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view the property manager's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send the property manager a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send the property manager an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to the property manager. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from the property manager through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. the property manager will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call the property manager before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact the property manager to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send the property manager a message.
If the property manager agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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