David and Ann H - verified booking

"When we first saw the property advertised on Trip Advisor we were quite taken with the flat. We ordered, and that in itself was a good process. We only paid a deposit, with the balance due just a short time before the vacation started. The owners, the Tivendales, were a friendly and helpful couple. Some things did not quite work out, but they corrected them immediately and I always say it's not about getting it right first time, it's about what happens if things aren't quite right, and we found the owners to be very good at sorting things out. I have walking difficulties, however the flat is ground floor with everything on the same level. Ideal for me. The flat was pleasant, we went there with our three (adult) daughters and a son-in-law, and the layout was perfect. A massive bed for my wife and I (she took one look and said "That bed has two postal codes!"), a twin room for the two single daughters and a double room for our other daughter and son-in-law. Everyone loved the flat - the layout, the facilities and the location. The grill took a bit of figuring out, and even at the end we were not entirely sure how it worked. We just adjusted the two left dials until it came on. It was a short distance from Tesco Extra, and the Tesco Supermarket was not much further. The tramway terminal was only a few minutes away. Yes it was uphill, but Edinburgh is built on seven hills, so if you visit the city prepare to walk up them half of the time. There was a comprehensive and delicious restaurant nearby called the 'Conan Doyle', and as you approached Princes Street (one 's' for two sons of the king, not two 's's for a daughter of the king) there were various fast food outlets as well as a Sainsbury Local. We were presented with a bottle of wine, which the whole family enjoyed during tea time later in the vacation. Quite the friendly and professional touch. Now to what I liked least, the cobbles I think. That's what you expect from roads built over a century ago, but it's not easy on the feet, and even harder on cases with wheels. The black taxis are, as usual, expensive, but you can phone the local 'private hire' taxi company with an easy phone number (I know I mustn't state the phone number but just repeat 5 as many times as you need after the Edinburgh code). We had a wonderful time, thank you Tivendales, and we're sorry that we broke a cup while we were there. Highly Recommended. If we visit Edinburgh in the future this is certainly a flat we will consider using again. David & Ann and kids"

David and Ann H - verified booking

"When we first saw the property advertised on Trip Advisor we were quite taken with the flat. We ordered, and that in itself was a good process. We only paid a deposit, with the balance due just a short time before the vacation started. The owners, the Tivendales, were a friendly and helpful couple. Some things did not quite work out, but they corrected them immediately and I always say it's not about getting it right first time, it's about what happens if things aren't quite right, and we found the owners to be very good at sorting things out. I have walking difficulties, however the flat is ground floor with everything on the same level. Ideal for me. The flat was pleasant, we went there with our three (adult) daughters and a son-in-law, and the layout was perfect. A massive bed for my wife and I (she took one look and said "That bed has two postal codes!"), a twin room for the two single daughters and a double room for our other daughter and son-in-law. Everyone loved the flat - the layout, the facilities and the location. The grill took a bit of figuring out, and even at the end we were not entirely sure how it worked. We just adjusted the two left dials until it came on. It was a short distance from Tesco Extra, and the Tesco Supermarket was not much further. The tramway terminal was only a few minutes away. Yes it was uphill, but Edinburgh is built on seven hills, so if you visit the city prepare to walk up them half of the time. There was a comprehensive and delicious restaurant nearby called the 'Conan Doyle', and as you approached Princes Street (one 's' for two sons of the king, not two 's's for a daughter of the king) there were various fast food outlets as well as a Sainsbury Local. We were presented with a bottle of wine, which the whole family enjoyed during tea time later in the vacation. Quite the friendly and professional touch. Now to what I liked least, the cobbles I think. That's what you expect from roads built over a century ago, but it's not easy on the feet, and even harder on cases with wheels. The black taxis are, as usual, expensive, but you can phone the local 'private hire' taxi company with an easy phone number (I know I mustn't state the phone number but just repeat 5 as many times as you need after the Edinburgh code). We had a wonderful time, thank you Tivendales, and we're sorry that we broke a cup while we were there. Highly Recommended. If we visit Edinburgh in the future this is certainly a flat we will consider using again. David & Ann and kids"

CARLY - verified booking

"This cottage gives the wow factor from start to finish. We visited for Christmas and were so pleased to find we had everything we needed to enjoy the holiday as a home from home. From walking into the house we were so happy with how stunning the inside is, the views are amazing and the log burner just amlensit feel even more special. The owner had really gone the extra mile by putting in a Christmas tree for us, setting the dinner table and leaving us a beautiful festive hamper. No detail goes without thought, there are extensive instructions which make being there so easy there is no guessing where anything is or how it works. The house is so well equipped it says a lot when you can visit somewhere and cook a full Christmas dinner. My 3 year old son loved all the space to play with his new toys and we also loved that children had been though of top with games and jigsaws, safety features like the fire guard and the cupboard locks and not forgetting the roll too bath (this was he biggest hit) we felt so happy here and it is memories that will stay with us forever, we would love to return again and would recommend everyone visit South Lodge."

Marilyn - verified booking

"We booked this cottage thinking it was a detached property, nothing in the write up suggested otherwise. On arrival we discovered we were in a small part of the property and it was occupied by Estate Workers living at each side and above the property. One set of people in the property above were extremely noisy (drilling at 9 pm and knocking in nails at 11.35 pm) My husband shouted up to them and in return they put the washer on at 12 midnight, this cycle went on till 1.30 am as a result we could not stand it any longer and packed up to go home the next morning. The write up mentioned that it was a 4 star property - we think this should be amended to a lower rating. The property was extremely small and uncomfortable, cupboards full to the brim with crockery (no where to put our own groceries) and also no wardrobe in the one bedroom, only a peg board on the wall with coat hangers. Beds did not to our knowledge zip together. Also no wood burner in this property (this was in another property). The estate itself was lovely and the lady owner was very friendly."

Marjorie - verified booking

"I chose this place because I knew the area and the building, having at one stage thought of buying one of the flats there. The entrance to the apartments is dismal and dirty. The apartment is nicely appointed and sitting room and bedroom are nice rooms despite there being an over abundance of tartan. Flowers and a welcome basket awaited us which was nice. However, the bed was very uncomfortable and noisy as though springs had given way. In the lounge, the settee covers looked in need of a wash, but the worst bit was the kitchen which is shabby and in need of a visit from IKEA. An awkward shape but what shelves are there are littered with baskets etc so nowhere to put any shopping. The bathroom needed finger marks taken off the door, the bath is fine but the shower is hopeless. Also, the tv is temperamental and only really works using the iPlayer. The entrance to the drive down to the house is tricky due to the parked cars on the road. Having said all that, the owner was very pleasant on the phone and I imagine will put things right."