Castle & Cobblestone

Few apartments put you this close to Edinburgh Castle – and this one faces it head-on, with direct views from the living room that are hard to beat. The herringbone-floored living space is calm and light-filled, equally well-suited to working from your laptop or settling in for a slow evening. Step outside and the Grassmarket is right on your doorstep – one of Edinburgh's most characterful neighbourhoods, with pubs, restaurants, and independent shops lining the streets just below the castle walls.

Home truths:
* The apartment is on the third floor and accessed by stairs only – there's no lift. If you're travelling with heavy luggage, it's worth packing light or planning for a bit of a climb.
* There's no dedicated parking here, and street parking in central Edinburgh can be tricky. If you're driving, we recommend checking the nearby paid car parks in advance – everything you're likely to need is easily walkable from the door.
* Although you're right in the heart of the city, soundproofing helps keep things peaceful indoors.
* There are exterior security cameras and noise decibel monitoring devices here. No sound or conversations are recorded.