Guests say
Powderhall Brae is a spacious and well-located property in Edinburgh, appreciated for its quiet neighbourhood and proximity to the city centre. Guests have enjoyed the ample space, family-friendly amenities, and the helpfulness of the host. While some guests have suggested updates to furniture and deeper cleaning, the overall experience remains positive, with many considering a return visit.
The property generally maintains good cleanliness, though some guests noted areas needing improvement, such as stained carpets and the presence of mould in a bathroom. The majority, however, found the property clean and warm.
The location is highly praised for being quiet, beautiful, and conveniently close to the city centre, with easy access to public transport and local amenities. The scenic walks and green spaces nearby are also appreciated.
Comfort received mixed reviews. While some guests found the beds comfortable and the apartment spacious, several mentioned that the sofas and mattresses could benefit from replacement due to discomfort.
Facilities are adequate, with a well-equipped kitchen and sufficient parking. However, guests have suggested the need for smart TVs, better Wi-Fi, and updates to kitchen equipment and furniture. Maintenance issues like broken wardrobe doors were also mentioned.
While guests appreciated the availability of children's toys and games, there were no specific mentions of gifts or special touches that would fall under the category of thoughtfulness. Therefore, a score cannot be provided.
About this property
Situated in a quiet street ½ mile from the centre of Edinburgh - visit museums or walk down Princes Street for the ultimate shopping experience.. Lift access available.
All on the
First Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, French Doors Leading To Balcony
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Highchair.. Balcony. Grounds (shared with other apartments). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: Sorry, no hen or stag parties.. This wonderfully light, spacious first floor apartment is beautifully furnished with a stylish living room, complete with piano and small balcony, offering the perfect base for a memorable Edinburgh holiday. The generous kitchen/dining room is well-equipped for those creative cooks or simply as a breakfast stop before a day exploring the city and its many restaurants. The bedrooms are thoughtfully furnished with great attention to comfort and detail. Access into the city centre is easy either by bus or on foot, where there are galleries, theatres and shops along with the iconic Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace at either end of the Royal Mile. There is a wide range of pubs and restaurants throughout the city and many festivals held throughout the year. Being a relatively small city, exploring on foot is a great option. For variety, take day trips to the lovely beaches and golf courses of East Lothian or the Borders. Beach 4 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
Free WiFi
First floor apartment - lift access.
Please note there is a block of flats being built close to the property.
No stag, hen or other party bookings allowed.
As per the Visitor Levy (Scotland) Act 2024, you may need to pay a visitor levy to the owner on arrival at the property. The rate of the levy is 5% of the total accommodation cost, up to a maximum of five nights.
Nearby points of interest
- The Fruitmarket Gallery
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Museum of Childhood
- Scotch Whisky Experience
- National War Museum
- Talbot Rice Gallery
- National Museum of Scotland
- Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art
- Edinburgh Castle
- University of Edinburgh
Reviews (24)
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Confirmed Guest
Worked perfectly for us. The property was a little tired, needs a freshen up as in sofas and beds not as comfortable as I would like but otherwise all good. Would have been nice to just have a pint of milk on arrival as we had a very long journey but Tesco is only a 5 minute walk away.
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Areti
The apartment was spacious and beautiful and Nancy was really warm and helpful. We could enter in earlier than the house rules and this was really great for us. The neighbour was very quiet and there was a lot of green. Nearby there is everything we needed for the nights that we spent at home. A great pub, super markets, bakery, the river etc. Edinburgh center is really close on foot, if you are fit, and by car. We really enjoyed our stay.
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Richard
Had a lovely stay here, the apartment is spacious and has everything we needed. Would absolutely recommend