Living with Host
Situated in a modern, 10 years, block of flats. Balcony off sitting room with clear view of the sea and Fife beyond.
Large bedroom with King size bed. En-suite shower room.
Heavy curtains.
Views of Arthur's seat and the sea from bedroom.
Small unique shops, restaurants, pubs [REMOVED] High Street, 2 mins walk from flat.
Aldi also nearby.
TAX LEVY- Edinburgh council has imposed a tourist tax of 5% for the first 5 days and guests would need to pay me directly to cover this.
Guest Parking
Free Car Park in street.
The Area and Transport
Regular bus services almost direct to all theatres in Edinburgh.
Flat on the Promenade of Portobello the 'seaside of Edinburgh'.
Gym and swimming and Turkish baths within 10 minutes walk. Also a The Figgate Park within 10 mins walk. Arthur's Seat, extinct (!) volcano in middle of Edinburgh can be seen and reached within about 20 mins walk.
Sandy beach outside flat.
Included amenities
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This space is shared with 1 Host.
Shared lift to flat.
The kitchen, living room and entrance area are shared with host.
Room for wheelchairs in flat.
Neighbours on landing.
What the Host is expecting from their Guests
Check-in
10:00
Check-out
22:00
Strictly no smoking or vaping
Strictly no pets
Overnight companions by arrangement
No allergens or intolerances to note
Other rules
Recycle your rubbish using the bins provided.
Ensuring front main door is securely locked.
What you can expect from these Digs
Strictly smoke-free
Strictly pet-free
No preferred dietary preferences to note
The Host states that their property supports accessibility
My 3rd floor modern flat has no steps, a lift and wheelchair wide internal doors.
This property does not offer a child-friendly environment
The Host indicated the following health and safety measures.
General Sanitary and Hygiene Measures
Hand sanitiser provided
Soap for each sink provided
Check in/Check out times allow for thorough cleaning between Guests
Separate towels provided
Laminated house rules/welcome book provided
Bins are emptied and cleaned regularly
Rooms cleaned during stay (as agreed with the Guest)
Other
Bathroom can be ventilated
Fire blanket or extinguisher present and in-date
Smoke detector on every floor and in working order
All water taps have been run if left standing for a significant period of time
Fire evacuation advice provided
Any electricals are PAT tested (if applicable)
Property decluttered where possible
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Contactless key collection
Non-slip mats provided
Letting Compliance The Host confirmed that their Digs fully comply with local letting regulations.
Gas Safety
This Host has confirmed they have a valid Gas Safety Certificate. This should be on display at the property as it is a legal requirement.
Additional visitor levies may apply. Please check visitor levies by area.
Additional visitor levies may apply. Please check visitor levies by area.
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Mary is an outstanding host and her flat couldn't be more perfectly situated on the coast. Had an amazing stay in Edinburgh and enjoyed getting to know the Portobello area. Mary is one of those people who cares so much about her guests and supporting artists.
12th Jun 2026
Thanks Deanna. That is a lovely thing to say. I very much enjoyed having you to stay and wish you all the best for the future.
Always a pleasure to stay here! A large comfy and quiet room with a view of the beach and Arthur’s Seat. Spacious En suite bathroom and free parking. A very easy 15/20 min bus into town and the loveliest most accommodating host in Mary, can’t wait to stay again!
12th May 2026
Goodness. Alex thank you so much for your kind review. Hope to see you again sometime.
Fab digs with stunning views. Great ensuite and a lovely host. Would gladly stay again.
12th Apr 2026
Thanks Charles. All good luck in the future. Woukd be delighted to have you to stay again.
Mary was a wonderful host to stay with. She had great communication and was very friendly. Everything was as described and clean upon arrival. The flat is about a 40 minute door to door journey to the Festival Theatre and there are plenty of bus options. The bus stop is about a 3 minute walk from the flat. Would highly recommend Mary's place and would definitely stay there again.
13th Jan 2026
Thanks Maya. Look forward to seeing you again.
Mary
My second time staying with Mary, and just as wonderful as the first. The flat is an escape from the tour bubble - right on the beach and lots of lovely spots nearby in Portobello. Regular buses from the end of the road make it easy to get into town. The room is big and comfortable, and Mary is such a warm, interesting person to chat with, and very accommodating. Highly recommend!
12th Oct 2025
Goodness. Thank you for such a lovely review hope all goes well for you in the future and hopefully see you again.
Lovely digs. Lovely host. Ill be back next time I'm near Edinburgh
8th Sep 2025
Thanks Gareth. A guest I hardly knew was in the house. Quiet and considerate.
Mary was an excellent host and her place is an amazing relaxing haven for actors and artists who need a break from the city bustle. There is an Aldi, a Greek bakery and a pub within walking distance.
The place is connected to Edinburgh by a bus that stops on the nearby main road, with even a night bus option available.
A true gem!
28th Aug 2025
Ana - thank you so much for such an informative and fulsome review. I must remember to tell people about the night bus. It was a delight having you to stay and I wish you all the best for your future adventures.
Digs with a view! Gorgeous digs with Mary who was welcoming and lovely to chat to when we saw each other. Room was very comfortable with a great en-suite. Didn’t have chance to cook but the kitchen looked very well setup with everything you could need. Easy bus ride into town or a relatively cheap uber. Great value for money unlike the very expensive in town digs.
Beautiful location right on the promenade looking out across the Firth.
8th Jul 2025
Thanks Stephanie. All the best in the future.
Mary’s place was really lovely, the room was a really decent size, and the en-suite was a lovely bonus. The commute is pretty easy with frequent buses to the festival theatre. Mary had good communication and made sure the stay was comfortable. Thankyou.
20th Feb 2025
Thanks Kate. I was very impressed with all the things you accomplished while here in Edinbrgh. All good luck in the future.
What a Delightful supportive Host Mary is. I was incredibly comfortable, it’s such a gorgeous, modern spacious flat. Especially handy was the gym nearby. Thanks so much for all your tips and help Mary. I enjoyed our chats hopefully see you again soon.
9th Nov 2024
Thanks Kirk. All good luck.
Mary was very kind and personable and made my stay in Portobello a wonderful experience. Her place is spacious and clean and you couldn't ask for a better location with the beach, shops, and regular buses into the city center. Would 100% stay here again.
7th Sep 2024
Thanks Sarah. I meant to say in my review how impressed I was by you using local amenities - even going sailing. All good luck for the future.
Mary was a wonderful host! Friendly, approachable, and lovely to spend time with. Her home is absolutely gorgeous, in a fabulous location with views of the sea. I will absolutely visit again, and without a doubt would recommend Mary as a host.
27th May 2024
Thanks for that Angela. I very much enjoyed having you to stay and hope all went well with the Festival in Brighton. Hopefully work will call you to Edinburgh again.
Mary
Another great stay with Mary. Came here on my last tour, and one of the few digs I came back to this time. Mary is a bundle of laughs, and her place is just as lovely.
12th Feb 2024
I had an enjoyable, fun and peaceful stay. Gorgeous spacious room with ensuite. Lovely seaside area with an Aldi near by and lots of bakeries (with vegan options). Quick and easy food delivery services until late and lots of great beauty and nail parlours within a short walking distance. A convenient 25-30 min bus to the Playhouse running regularly. Mary is a wonderful and welcoming host. Would definitely recommend!
29th Jan 2024
Thanks Cherece and thanks for putting up that local info which will be really helpful to other guests. Glad it was fun and peaceful.
Best digs ever! Lovely home and lovely area. Easy drive or bus to Playhouse theatre. It is a great area with cute cafes & pubs and a beach.
Mary is the best host, being attentive and friendly, and the room had everything I needed, even a brand new hairdryer.
Would recommend and would stay again.
22nd Nov 2023
Ah thanks Abi. I really enjoyed you staying with me. I hope you do come again.
Lovely flat with great sea views. Mary was lovely, I really appreciated the pasta after a long day.
17th May 2023
Had a wonderful week here, truly a gem of a place. Couldn’t be closer to the beach and the en-suite room is so comfortable. Had some lovely chats with Mary and would definitely return!
30th Apr 2023
Thank you Dan. It was lovely having you stay in the flat and interesting to learn more about being a puppeteer. If you are in Edinburgh again......
Had another fabulous stay at Mary's lovely apartment. If you're looking for a warm and friendly place to stay in a stunning location, with easy train links to Edinburgh city centre, this is the place for you!
31st Jan 2023
I stayed at Mary’s during pantomime over the Christmas & New Year season.I found Mary as a most welcoming & warm helpful lady.My room was spacious & well appointed with lovely views.The Bus service was brilliant.I would stay here anytime.
30th Jan 2023
I cannot recommend Mary's flat enough! Mary herself is lovely and great company. Everything you need in the kitchen and overlooking the beach. Would definitely come back!
2nd Sep 2022
Lovely week on the seafront. Mary was super friendly, helpful and accommodating.
31st Jul 2022
Beautiful, and calming stay right on the beach at Portobello. Thank you so much for lovely hospitality!
16th Jun 2022
Thanks Emyr. So glad you enjoyed your stay. All good luck for your future career. If you return to Edinburgh sometime let me know.
Mary
Amazing digs and wonderful host! Great view of the beach, top amenities and welcoming atmosphere! Brill bus links to the Playhouse and Portobello high street and beach seconds away. Comfy bed, en suite too, don’t hesitate to book with Mary! Awesome!
15th May 2022
That's so kind of you, Alex. Thanks a lot. Great you included the bus links. It was lovely to meet you.
Hope you got home safely and speedily.
Mary
Perfect digs near the beach.
Easy bus ride into town for work. Plenty of bus options too.
Mary is a lovely host, very considerate and friendly! I would absolutely stay here again!
2nd May 2022
Thanks Nicky. It was good to meet you. Hope you do come and stay again.
Mary
Good luck finding a better place to stay in Edinburgh. Comfortable, clean and friendly. Superb location in Portobello with views across the Firth of forth. Highly recommended.
23rd Nov 2021
Always wonderful staying with Mary. A home from home
9th Apr 2019
Thanks Richard.
The photos don't do it justice, this home is stunning. Very easy bus into town and the walk is also lovely. Mary was an absolute delight, I stayed here for a month and it really felt like home. I hope I get to come back in the future!
18th Feb 2019
Mary is absolutely wonderful, and the flat is totally perfect. Right on the sea front, just far enough out of town to feel you can escape the hustle and bustle of the city, but close enough that it’s so easy to get in and out on buses to all theatres
4th Oct 2018
Always a pleasure to stay with Mary... even if she did lock me out one night! Totally not a problem though and would stay again. Beautiful sea views
17th Jun 2018
Thought I had responded to this review months ago. Always good to have Richard to stay. Yes, locked him out. Won't ever happen again, I can assure everyone - I was mortified. At least it proves it is a safe flat!
Loved staying with Mary. The flat is very high spec and gorgeous. Waking up every day by the sea was a wonderful treat. Can't wait to stay again soon.
28th Aug 2017
This is a gem of a place to stay!
Looks far out on the map, but only 20 mins on the bus.
Mary is a friendly charming host, very helpful.
We even had a cheeky whiskey one night.
Would recommend ! :)
15th May 2017
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