You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Fabulous mid-century modern Edinburgh home by Portobello beach!
Stylish, quality, spacious, bright & colourful flat with amazing views.
100m from beach. 25 mins bus to city centre.
Perfect for holidays/staycations, with family & friends or remote work (2 desks + fibre broadband 200Mbps).
Portobello is a thriving part of Edinburgh - abundant hospitality, leisure, retail & community.
You'd have sole access to my fully equipped home (2nd floor): large bedroom (super-king OR 2 large single beds), living/ dining room, bathroom, kitchen.
Free easy parking
The space: If you choose to stay in my place, I know you’ll love it - everyone does who wants a home-from-home experience.
As a PRIVATE HOME it is not a serviced apartment or hotel. You'll get far more for your money - but it's a different offer & experience. Please don't expect a reception service at 6am!
My flat makes for a luxurious and unique home to explore from. It is an ideal base for getting out into the city or the thriving local residential area, or for staying in and relaxing - or recovering from your excursions!
These are the reasons why people choose my home initially, and then come back again:
1. Light, stylish, comfortable, quality furnishings - with lots of real plants!
2. Comfortable beds - set up as SuperKing or 2 x single beds
3. Amazing views - in all directions & therefore great light & weather watching
4. Great location - easily accessible to/from the city by public transport, and to get to from the airport or city by-pass
5. In a thriving local neighbourhood - lots of independent shops, retail, leisure and hospitality on the doorstep
6. 100 meters from the beach & 2km flat promenade! Walk and wild swim in the Scottish sea anyone?
7. Remote work possible. High-speed wireless broadband throughout the house. 2 work stations.
8. Quiet building, surrounded by private ornamental grounds and no passing traffic.
9. Free and generous on-street parking
10. Fully equipped kitchen provides all the basics for full-on cooking or just having a cup of good tea/ coffee.
11. Spacious comfortable lounge & dining area for 4 people
12. Flexibility possible: Up to 2 additional overnight guests can stay (on deluxe inflatable mattresses in the living room). £50 per person per night.
Late exit possible. £40 extends your stay until 2pm. Useful if you're leaving late or need to get some work done before you travel...
13. Serene space to improve your health & wellbeing. There's even a yoga mat you can use.
14. Home cinema available. I do not have a TV. There is a projector and screen with HDMI cable. You need to bring your laptop.
15. Read my books, or play board games and entertain your friends here.
16. Super clean. Always! :0)
17. Long-term AirBnB host & original 'house sharing' concept. This is my home and I am willing to share it. It takes trust in other humans... You are not adding to the local housing crisis. And you are helping me travel too.
18. Private/sole access - I will vacate the property during your stay.
19. Local guides and top tips and ideas provided by me - or my friends from the area.
20. Personal hosting service - by me. As a long-standing Superhost, my aim is to make your visit comfortable, enjoyable & easy. I am responsive, provide comprehensive & clear information and share top tips from over 30 years of local knowledge.
I want you to enjoy your time in my home, and I'll do everything I can to help you enjoy your stay.
In return I need you to take care of and respect me and my home. Specifically, this means: - no shoes indoors - no parties - no pets - no smoking / vaping - no children - it's just not set up/ safely for little ones. - be kind & respectful - don't touch or steal* my things - it hurts, is rude and unkind. *I know, you'd be amazed what guests do...
Please know what you're choosing here. This is a home from home, and not a hotel with reception services and facilities. Be realistic about this type of hospitality experience. If you want a hotel, go to one.
For the avoidance of doubt and misunderstanding about 'Modern'. My home is designed around the MID-CENTURY MODERN style. This is a period of architectural style and furnishing designs that are from the mid-1900s. It's a specific thing. My home has 'some old and unusual stuff' in it. It's not straight out of Ikea. I hope it's what you'll appreciate about it.
Location Description: The apartment is situated 100 meters from Portobello promenade and beach. There are a good range of restaurants, bars and coffee shops within walking distance. The neighbourhood of 'Porty' is a favourite of Edinburgh locals of all ages. If you want to get out of the neighbourhood, or get more active, I have created a guide of tried and tested personal favourites of the surrounding areas, sights and cultural attractions.
Accommodation, Facilities and Services: No Smoking, No Pets, No children, No Parties Internet Access 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 2 1 Living room 1 Bathroom 1 Bath, 1 Shower, 1 Toilet The lounge seats up to 5 people Bright and spacious CD/MP3/DAB Radio Player, Board Games, Books/Magazines
Services: Linen provided, Towels provided, Cleaning included
Facilities in each room: Bed, light, clothes storage
Holiday Type: Beach, Historic/Sightseeing, Town/City, Family, City, Christmas/Hogmanay
Local Activities: Swimming/Water Sports, Walking, Golf, Cycling/Mountain Biking, Zoo, Restaurants
Guest access: All areas of my home except rooms and/or cupboards which will be marked as private.
Please do not eat my food/ drink.
Please do not steal from me / my home. Its really not nice...
Other things to note: I am very responsive through the platform. Very occasionally I am travelling in areas that have limited internet / reception. If this is the case when you are at my home, I will let you know. We will work it out.
Registration number: EH-60489-F
Property manager
Claire Carpenter
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Internet
Available in the apartment: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Books
Games
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the sea
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Local artist showcase
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Property does not allow children
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 218396/230/16541
About the neighborhood
Edinburgh, Scotland
What's nearby
Portobello Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
Royal Mile - 10 min drive - 6.2 km
University of Edinburgh - 11 min drive - 6.1 km
Edinburgh Castle - 12 min drive - 6.8 km
Getting around
The Shore Tram Stop - 8 min drive
Brunstane Station - 12 min walk
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Porty Vault - 7 min walk
The Espy - 9 min walk
Portobello Tap - 15 min walk
Ormelie Tavern - 5 min walk
Cafe Miro - 10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Fabulous mid-century modern Edinburgh home by Portobello beach! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Where is Fabulous mid-century modern Edinburgh home by Portobello beach! located?
Located in Portobello, this apartment building is steps from Portobello Beach, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Edinburgh Port and Queen Margaret University. Meadowbank Stadium and Holyrood Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). Brunstane Station is 12 minutes by foot.
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