Classic 2BD Georgian Flat in Central Leith

Entire home/flat

Entire home/flat
4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Beds
1 Bathroom

Welcome to a classic 1880 Georgian tenement flat in the heart of Leith, Edinburgh’s historic port. Full of period charm - original features, high ceilings, and large sash windows - this home offers a true taste of Edinburgh life. Once part of a bustling dockside, the area now blends rich maritime history with modern cafés, bars, and culture. Just a short walk from The Shore’s cobbled streets, award-winning restaurants, and local pubs. Authentic, quirky, and comfortable.

The space

This traditional tenement flat, dating from 1880, has all the essentials for a comfortable stay:

Key features:
2 bright bedrooms
Cozy living room with seating, TV, and workspace
Full kitchen with gas hob, oven, fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, and washing machine
Clean and tidy bathroom with shower, toilet, and sink
High ceilings, original floorboards, and large sash windows throughout

What to Expect:
Second-floor flat (2 flights of stairs, no elevator)
Shared stairwell ("close") typical of Edinburgh tenements
Reliable gas heating and hot water
Fast Wi-Fi, perfect for work or streaming
Quiet, respectful neighbours – please be mindful in communal area

The neighbourhood

Located in Leith, one of Edinburgh’s most dynamic and creative areas. Once a busy industrial port, it's now home to great pubs, restaurants, cafés, and waterfront walks. You’re just a 5-minute walk from The Shore, and well-connected by buses and trams to the city centre (15–20 minutes).
Close to Ocean Terminal, the Royal Yacht Britannia, and the Water of Leith Walkway
Supermarkets, local shops, and bakeries nearby

House rules

We offer flexible check-in & check-out times, however where we have guests coming or leaving the same day we may apply usual check-in times after 15:00 and check-out times before 11:00.

There is a keylock box available so collecting the key and access anytime should be possible. You will need to return the key to the keylock box when you checkout. We require you to provide your arrival and departure timing to agree checkin and checkout times so we can coordinate with other guests. If you stay beyond your agreed check-out time you will be liable to pay for an extra night at your average nightly price.


The cleaning fee covers cleaning and preparation of the property for your stay as well as a set of fresh linen and towelling provided for each guest. This includes one set per your stay, should you require additional towelling or linen please request this or if you have opened a fresh pack even if you use only a few items there will be a charge of £30 per pack - each pack contains fresh linen, large and small towels.

Any sort of parties, gatherings or events are strictly not permitted, the property is for accommodation purposes only for the guests staying. This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise or any activity that would disturb

the neighbours. If it's been reported that there are any parties or events or noise disturbance then you may be required to leave the property immediately without the remaining nights being refunded. There is a charge of £500 if any evidence of a party, gathering or event at the property have been found exclusive of any charges relating to damages or additional cleaning costs to get the property in good order again. We trust you will respect the property and neighbours during your stay.

You are required to keep the place reasonably clean & tidy - no dirty dishes left over or excessive rubbish to be disposed of as this is not included in the cleaning charge. If the place is very messy or untidy or there is excessive rubbish to be disposed of then we will need to request an extra cleaning fee.

There is a strictly no smoking policy inside or in any outside spaces (which includes garden spaces, balconies, terraces or patios) belonging to the accommodation, if this policy is not adhered to a charge of GBP 150.00 will be applied

No pets are allowed unless shown on the listing as permitted or expressly agreed with the owner.

Lost keys, damaged keys or getting locked out will incur a charge starting from £100 for replacement depending on the type of key and time required or getting you back in the property if you have locked yourself out.

We do not accept Cash payment for any of the charges mentioned above.

Interaction with guests

We engage the services of a professional management company to ensure we are always contactable, and your stay is stress free.

Other things to note

Guests have full access to the entire property during their stay!

Parking Information
- On-Street Parking:
Paid parking is available on Admiralty Street.
Parking is pay-and-display during controlled hours (usually: Mon–Fri, 8:30am – 5:30pm). Check the local signage for exact hours and rates, as these can vary by zone.
Evenings and Sundays are usually free — always check signs before leaving your car.

Free & Paid Parking Near the Flat:
- Free Parking:
You can usually find free, unrestricted parking at the bottom of Admiralty Street — just a short walk from the flat.
Newhaven area (just beyond the paid parking zones) also offers free on-street parking, though it’s about a 10-15 minute walk to the flat.

- Metered Parking:
On North Junction Street and surrounding streets, metered pay-and-display parking is available.
Sundays — parking is free in metered bays (always double-check the signage for any local restrictions)

Amenities

Wireless Internet
Bed linens
Essentials
Hair dryer
Heating
Hot water
Iron
Kitchen
Portable fans
TV
Washer
Washer on property
Cooking basics
Dining area
Dining table
Dishes and silverware
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stove
Toaster
Free parking on the street
Paid parking off premises
Garden or backyard
Outdoor dinning area
Outdoor furniture
Carbon monoxide detector
Smoke alarm
Smoke detector
Dedicated Workspace
Desk
Desk chair
Electric kettle
Fan
Fridge
Full kitchen
Ironing Board
Kettle
Shower
Table and chairs
Toilet
Washing machine

Location