Arthur's Seat Views · Top-Floor Holyrood Retreat

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Wake up to Arthur's Seat through your window in this peaceful, beautifully prepared top-floor flat beside Holyrood Palace. It's a proper Edinburgh home - full of books, art and character - stocked and cared for as though a thoughtful friend had prepared it for you. The space The flat sits on the top floor of a traditional 1890 Edinburgh tenement, full of natural light and open views towards Arthur's Seat. It's designed to feel like a home rather than a rental, with contemporary furnishings, original art, and a collection of play scripts from my drama background. You'll find a quiet double bedroom with blackout blinds, a brand-new bathroom, a well-equipped kitchen, and a bright living space with TV, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth speaker and two DAB radios. I've tried to think of everything. The flat is stocked with good coffee, herbal teas, hot chocolate, fresh milk, breakfast ingredients and a welcome tin of biscuits. A chilled bottle of Edinburgh's exceptionally good tap water is in the fridge - I've left a note about where it comes from, because it's worth knowing. For getting out and exploring: there's a picnic blanket and bag, a thermos flask, binoculars for the views, a portable Bluetooth speaker, a torch, and both a large and small umbrella - because this is Edinburgh. The kitchen has oil, vinegar, salt, pepper and sugar. Toiletries, handcream, sanitary goods, a first aid kit and toothpaste are there if you need them. International adapters, a USB-C charging cable and USB sockets throughout cover everything else. My leather-bound local guide is on the table. It's my personal recommendations for the best the neighbourhood and city have to offer: the coffee worth seeking out, the Saturday morning ritual, the thing many visitors miss. My cleaner Hannah keeps the flat immaculate - the consistent 5.0 cleanliness score across nearly 1,000 reviews reflects her care as much as mine. Guest access The apartment is entirely yours during your stay. A spare set of keys is provided. Check-in is via key safe at the entrance, so you can arrive at your convenience. Check-in and check-out times are flexible where possible - just let us know your travel plans and expected arrival when you book. Other things to note Abbeyhill and Maryfield are charming, leafy and genuinely local - the kind of Edinburgh neighbourhood that residents are quietly pleased visitors haven't fully discovered yet. There are excellent independent cafés, artisan bakeries, a renowned wine shop, a greengrocer, a health food shop and a well-stocked grocery store, all within a short walk. Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat are on your doorstep - perfect for an early morning walk, a run, or a picnic afternoon. The Royal Mile is ten minutes away, Princes Street fifteen. Leith - one of Europe's most exciting food and culture neighbourhoods - is easily reached on foot or by the nearby tram, which also connects directly to the airport. The flat is on the top floor of a traditional Edinburgh tenement - there are stairs to climb, but they're worth it for the light and the views. Licensed and safety checked by Edinburgh Council. Licence Number: EH-69876-R Registration Details EH-69876-R

Edinburgh, Scotland

4.90 out of 5 from 1,034 reviews on Airbnb

• MobeenNovember 2026

  A wonderful place to stay in for a short getaway in Edinburgh!

• AzamNovember 2026

  James was a splendid host from start to finish; it was clear that he put in effort and care in his accommodation so that guests can feel at home, away from home. He was kind and transparent in his communication. His guides provided especially useful information on the immediate facilities within the vicinity. The experience provided more than what we hoped for and we had a pleasant stay.

• RuthJuly 2013

  What a great experience for our first Airbnb booking. James' apartment was as described and James was easy to communicate with. My husband & I stayed two nights prior to a small group tour departing from a Hotel nearby, and if the apartment had been available we would have booked it for the extra time we had in Edinburgh. The entry and several flights of stairs might not be to everyone's liking, however we were rewarded with a 'home away from home' and were especially appreciated some basic foods left for our use! James left good tips for getting around Edinburgh too :)

• StephanieApril 2013

  It was a great stay in the appartment from James! I felt good at the first moment. Very clean, cozy bed & even nice to have bread and juice allready in the fridge. Thanks for all James!

• ChloeOctober 2012

  A nice place to stay in Edinburg! The flat is cute and confi thanks

• Ryder & AmandaAugust 2012

  James's apartment was perfect for our stay in Edinburgh!! We had a bit of trouble with the hot water heater our first day, James was right over within the hour to take a look for us and show us how to use it correctly! We were able to walk from here to all of the main attractions in the city, it was the perfect home-base. The kitchen was very clean and provided everything we needed to make our meals. The bed was really soft, however, and not the best with back problems. It was easy to use the washer and the electric shower was amazing! We will definitely stay here again when we visit Edinburgh in the future.