Piano Four Hands

This is one of those rare homes that demands your attention in every direction. Look out the floor-to-ceiling windows – or better still, step out the glass doors onto the terrace – and you're greeted with sublime views of the Scottish capital's renowned Georgian architecture and the slow-moving waters of the Firth of Forth on the horizon.

At the same time, the elegant interior design does a pretty good job of warranting closer inspection. We particularly like how the bare wooden floors and wealth of sleek surfaces work well with the copious amounts of natural light, as well as the fact that there's not just one, but two pianos – a baby grand in the living space and a slightly more compact version in the corridor. Elsewhere, there's a large kitchen island that's ripe for entertaining, a freestanding bathtub calling out for a long soak and exercise equipment in case you ever find yourself in need of a workout at any point.

We haven't even gotten around to the amenities that lie outside the glass doors, either. Although Edinburgh isn't known for its tropical temperatures, that doesn't mean it will be any less pleasant to luxuriate in the hot tub or dine on the alfresco table – perhaps with a coat on if needs be. Add into the mix a hammock perfect for a post-lunch snooze in the sun and you might just find you'll be spending more time outside than you anticipated.

Sitting in between the city's Old and New Towns, you're also in an excellent position to explore many of Edinburgh's most celebrated landmarks. The Royal Mile, for instance, is only five minutes' walk away and you can continue up the road to the castle in another ten. The Scottish National Gallery is only seven minutes away on foot, as well.

Home truths:
*This single-level apartment is accessed via a private lift
*There is off-street parking for 2 cars
*Well-behaved dogs are welcome to accompany you during your stay
*Your host can provide you with two electric and 4 mountain bikes
*Your host can provide a travel cot and additional bed linen for the sofa bed upon request