- The apartment is very comfortable and location perfect for visiting Edinburgh.
The apartment is very comfortable and location perfect for visiting Edinburgh.
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Became a member in: 2017
Renewal Date: 12/Feb/2025
Chris and Marj have recently retired after 40 plus years in public service and now have time for travel and adventures. Our adult children and their partners occasionally travel with us.
EDINBURGH apartment NOT AVAILABLE IN JULY, AUGUST OR SEPTEMBER
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees,
Seniors,
NGO workers
Kevin & Megan
New Zealand
The apartment is very comfortable and location perfect for visiting Edinburgh.
Read Less...Janet & Chris
Australia
A central spot in the New Town area of Edinburgh, great for transport and exploring on foot.
Read Less...Kevin & Megan
New Zealand
Helen
United Kingdom
The flat is in an amazing location in Edinburgh's New Town, and made the perfect base for exploring the city. Marjorie was very quick to respond to an...
Read More...The flat is in an amazing location in Edinburgh's New Town, and made the perfect base for exploring the city. Marjorie was very quick to respond to any questions both before and during the exchange.
Read Less...Richard & Sue
United Kingdom
A delightful stay in this beautiful apartment close to all the museums and art galleries. A good selection of shops, bars and restaurants within walk...
Read More...A delightful stay in this beautiful apartment close to all the museums and art galleries. A good selection of shops, bars and restaurants within walking distance. We had a great time discovering all that Edinburgh had to offer. Thank you Marjory & Chris.
Read Less...LUCIA
Italy
Richard & Esme
Australia
Hazel & John
Canada
lucia
Italy
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Weekend Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
No Children Please
Use of Personal Car is not possible
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Description of the home we are offering for exchange
With its well equipped kitchen, spacious dining area and separate sitting room with high ceilings and original features, our home is a quiet haven to relax in after a busy day visiting the many attractions of Edinburgh. It is located in a vibrant artistic neighbourhood and the nearby Lyon and Turnbull auction rooms stage regular fine art, antique and jewellery sales. For a change of pace the secret gardens of Edinburgh are easily accessed making it a city for all seasons.
10 minute walk takes you to Mansfield Traquair ( circa 1890) known locally as Edinburgh's Sistine Chapel because it houses the exquisite murals of Phoebe Traquair. When not used as a wedding venue for bespoke functions Mansfield is open to the public and is well worth viewing.
Having made our made our exchange arrangements for 2024 we are now looking to make exchange arrangements for 2025
APARTMENT NOT AVAILABLE DURING JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER
Type
Apartment/ Second home
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Our apartment is located within a diverse, vibrant artistic community with a number of artisan shops and cafes nearby.
It is well located for arrival by train or by tram if coming directly from the airport, a 5 mins walk to the apartment
It is however not easy for car parking being located in the city centre but we have a FAQ information pack giving the parking options that are available for those who will be driving to the apartment. Guests have found the apartment to be very comfortable, quiet and very safe. Many of the attractions of Edinburgh are within walking distance of the apartment and there is very good public transport 5 minutes from the flat.
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
From our Flat, the adventure to visit some of the best cafes, eateries, and pubs starts across the street!
We are also a short walk away from all the main sites in Edinburgh and a great base for short walks up Calton Hill, to the Botanics Gardens, the National Portrait Galleries and shops.
Just 250m in the other direction takes you to the Playhouse Theatre and the Omni Centre plus excellent bus services to all other parts of Edinburgh.
Our favourite restaurants
Cafés & bars
Special places to shop
Leisure and cultural activities
Walks or jogging paths
Health or fitness clubs
Interesting day trips
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
It is important for us to find our home clean and tidy when we get back. It is also important to be mindful of the need for our neighbours to enjoy peace and quiet in their homes as they will be respectful of your need for the same requirements.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2017
Renewal Date: 12/Feb/2025
Chris and Marj have recently retired after 40 plus years in public service and now have time for travel and adventures. Our adult children and their partners occasionally travel with us.
EDINBURGH apartment NOT AVAILABLE IN JULY, AUGUST OR SEPTEMBER
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees,
Seniors,
NGO workers
Kevin & Megan
New Zealand
The apartment is very comfortable and location perfect for visiting Edinburgh.
Read Less...Janet & Chris
Australia
A central spot in the New Town area of Edinburgh, great for transport and exploring on foot.
Read Less...Kevin & Megan
New Zealand
Helen
United Kingdom
The flat is in an amazing location in Edinburgh's New Town, and made the perfect base for exploring the city. Marjorie was very quick to respond to an...
Read More...The flat is in an amazing location in Edinburgh's New Town, and made the perfect base for exploring the city. Marjorie was very quick to respond to any questions both before and during the exchange.
Read Less...Richard & Sue
United Kingdom
A delightful stay in this beautiful apartment close to all the museums and art galleries. A good selection of shops, bars and restaurants within walk...
Read More...A delightful stay in this beautiful apartment close to all the museums and art galleries. A good selection of shops, bars and restaurants within walking distance. We had a great time discovering all that Edinburgh had to offer. Thank you Marjory & Chris.
Read Less...LUCIA
Italy
Richard & Esme
Australia
Hazel & John
Canada
lucia
Italy
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