Living with Host
Beautiful sunny double room with private en-suite, in a recently-refurbished spacious tenement flat, on the south-west side of the Meadows.
Perfectly located on a tree-lined street in the quiet and friendly neighbourhood of Sciennes, next to the park just off Melville Terrace, 3 mins from Summerhall Arts Quarter, 5 mins from George Square.
Shops, cafes and bus routes are only a stone-throw away in Newington and Marchmont.
Host comes and goes ( I'm self-employed, often working out of town and have an elderly mother down south needing regular visits ).
Guests are welcome to access the kitchen, with all mod-cons and a big table conducive to conversation.
The flat is peaceful and spacious enough for guests to have total privacy yet friendly and homely enough for guest(s) and host to share a chat and a cuppa now and again.
Several great cafes nearby for breakfast, or feel free to use the fridge and kitchen. Washing machine and clothes drier always available. Garden too!
Many Edinburgh theatre venues are short walking distance away and we are close to the main Southside bus thoroughfare with regular buses to all sides of town.
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What the Host is expecting from their Guests
All pets are welcome
What you can expect from these Digs
The Host states that their property offers a child-friendly environment
I have small mattress which I can add to the room -I’ve often have neices and nephews staying over the years . Both myself and work colleague who stays now and again , have Disclosure Scotland certification for working with Children and Vulnerable adults . ( Also for those with babies/toddlers -the flat is on first floor with shallow steps , easy to bring a buggy up -and big hall in the flat with room to leave buggy/pram )
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
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
Other measures taken or requirements of Guests
The property has up to date certification and assessments: Portable Appliance Test (PAT) Certificate; Legionella Risk Assessment (LRA); Gas Safety Certificate (GSC); Energy Performance Certificate (EPC);Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR); A fully completed Fire Safety checklist & risk assessment.
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Laminated house rules/welcome book provided
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.
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Beautiful room complete with everything you need. Really enjoyed my stay here, highly recommended!
15th Apr 2025
A perfect home from home in Joanna’s gorgeous flat.
8th Apr 2025
Absolutely beautiful home. Joanna is a very friendly and kind host. Super clean. The bed was incredibly comfy! Will definitely be returning
19th Mar 2025
Thankyou Xan -you are very welcome .
And a special thanks for your tolerance of the unexpected visitor ! You get 6 out of 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Joanna made me feel so welcome by communicating from day one, even though she was away for the first few days of my stay. Washing machine, kitchen was easily accessible, and having an en-suite was a bonus!
An absolutely beautiful and calm space to relax and come home to after a long day, highly recommended to anyone, and definitely will be back when in Edinburgh!
13th Jan 2025
You totally welcome anytime -it was a joy to have you around
Joanna was an absolute STAR to stay with. She was kind, caring with great communication before and during my stay. Joanna made me feel right at home! The flat was kept very clean and tidy and the room itself was PERFECT! Comfy double bed, gorgeous en suite with a shower and the coffee and tea station in the room was a brilliant touch. Couldn’t recommend Joanna enough and if I happen to find myself in Edinburgh again I know where I’ll be stay :)
3rd Jan 2025
Thankyou Charlie -you would always be so very welcome in my home .
The best digs I’ve ever stayed in! Joanna is just wonderful - from the moment I arrived and throughout. The best nights sleep I’ve had on tour - it’s so comfy. The room is large and SPOTLESS with a beautiful view. 20 minute walk to The Playhouse, 10 minutes on a bus - 10 minute walk across the meadows to the royal mile. It’s a perfect location! 11/10 for me. I will 100% be back. Thank you so much Joanna. Best digs in Edinburgh!
4th Nov 2024
Thankyou -and you so very welcome !
These digs are really beautiful. The bathroom is much bigger than pictured and the room is spacious and well stocked with a kettle, hairdryer, hot water bottle, tea and coffee- everything you could hope for. The flat is a straightforward walk to the Festival Theatre and into town as well. Joanna was a kind and friendly host who really looks after you while you're there. Could not recommend these digs more!
1st Nov 2024
I couldn't recommend Joanna's place enough! My room and ensuite were beautiful and spotless. Joanna was so friendly and she went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable with lots of special touches like a kettle and tea in the room, toiletries in the bathroom and a hot water bottle. Edinburgh Playhouse is about a 20 minute bus journey but the transport system is very good even late at night, there are multiple buses you could jump on. Would love to stay again if I return to Edinburgh!
14th Oct 2024
You are more than welcome to stay anytime -like wise you were the perfect guest !
Joanna is such a wonderful host.
She has warm, welcoming energy with great generosity.
Felt so comfortable staying there.
Loved looking out of the window when I wake up in the morning seeing autumn leaves turning colours.
Very clean room and the bed is very comfortable, too.
Close to the meadows and old town area for a lovely walk, felt very safe and great location working for Festival Theatre.
Made me feel like I made a lovely friend and would definitely love to go back there again :)
1st Oct 2024
Thanks Kanako -you welcome anytime !
Thank you for a wonderful Edinburgh stay.
A short bus ride to the playhouse. The flat is very close to The Meadows, a beautiful park. Lots of good coffee shops.
The room was large and comfortable. Private en-suite and kettle in the room. I happily nested.
On the few occasions I crossed paths with Joanna it was lovely to chat.
Many thanks.
28th Sep 2024
🥰🥰🥰🥰Thankyou
Joanna welcomed me into her home so warmly. She very much encourages you to use the house as your own and even insisted I shared a meal or two with her which was delicious and very generous. She was always around to have a chat and loved playing with my dog, offering a plethora of doggo delights. He felt very spoilt! The room is lovely as so is the bathroom and the kettle/tea/coffee/shortbread was a wonderful touch. A lovely stay will stay again.
27th Jun 2024
Glad you enjoyed the stay as much as I did ! Benji was a unifying force -look forward to his next visit ! And yours !
This is my second visit to Joanna’s beautiful flat. A much needed quiet space to rest and recharge my batteries after intense and tiring days of rehearsal at Dancebase. The street and block of flats is so peaceful and great to get a a week of restful sleep. As before, great communication from Joanna from the start, room clean, comfortable and with everything I needed. Highly recommended!
16th Jun 2024
Thanks for your lovely review - perfect-guest- all-round-Mhairi !
Probably the most beautiful flat in Edinburgh! Joanna is a very lovely and generous host. I recommend having a chat over a cup of tea with her :) The location is very convenient and we had a fantastic time.
10th Jun 2024
Joanna's place is amazing! A beautiful and central location. Joanna was very friendly and considerate and I would happily stay there again!
6th Jun 2024
Thankyou Orlaith x
It was an absolute pleasure to stay in Joanna's beautiful flat. She was so welcoming and helpful. The room and ensuite were immaculate and cosy.
The location is absolutely ideal, so close to the centre, right by the Meadows and the flat itself is in the midst of lots of nice places to eat too.
I highly recommend Joanna's flat and would love to return again next time I'm in Edinburgh.
28th May 2024
Thankyou Georgie -you and yours always welcome x
Warm, comfortable and beautiful flat! I was made so welcome by Joanna the minute I stepped over the doorstep. Quiet room, comfy bed and perfect having my own bathroom. Joanna added wee extras to make my stay more welcome , kettle, biscuits, hot water bottle and gorgeous flowers. Loved my daily walk across the meadows and about 20-25mins to Dancebase where I was in residence . Joanna made me very welcome, great communication from the start to the end of my stay. I have booked my next visit!
18th May 2024
Can’t wait to have you again -was a total pleasure to host you xxxx
It was the perfect stay at Joanna’s! What a warm and beautiful home she made! I loved the fresh flowers in my room. Thanks so much, Joanna, I hope to see you soon again!
29th Apr 2024
Look forward to seeing you again -
I had a great stay with Joanna, I was there for 6 weeks working at the Playhouse and it was perfect! Joanna was away for lots of my stay but she was such a lovely host and made me feel very welcome. I will definitely be staying again when I’m next in Edinburgh!
10th Dec 2023
Joanna provides a lovely, homely, clean and thoughtful accommodation. The room and ensuite is peaceful and well appointed. I was at the playhouse and the walk through the meadows and across the royal mile is great. Alternatively the bus is really easy to catch, takes 20 minutes and is almost door to door.
10th Oct 2023
Thankyou -you welcome anytime x
Perfect!
Lovely location, ideal walking commute to every venue, comfiest bed in Edinburgh, stunning property and the perfect host!
Will definitely stay here again!
9th Oct 2023
And I’d be delighted to have you again ! Thanks
Joanna was an amazing host. The room is beautiful and very comfortable. Everything I could have asked for and more. Very good location to all the main venues. Very quiet street too. Highly recommend.
6th Oct 2023
Thankyou -You always welcome xxx
Joanna’s room and flat are lovely! The bed is the most comfortable I’ve slept on in 6 months of touring and can’t wait to stay again! An easy walk to most places and great contact with Joanna. Thank you for a lovely stay!
30th Aug 2023
Thanks for lovely review -next time we will meet !
Absolutely brilliant stay! Joanna is a relaxed and welcoming host. It’s a brilliant location and it was perfect for my stay at the Fringe! Can’t wait to come back!
17th Aug 2023
I cannot say enough good things about Joanna and her LOVELY flat! The location is fantastic — so close to the beautiful, peaceful Meadows, and to the wonderful Summerhall. The flat itself is gorgeous — airy, spacious, creative, full of art and plants and life. The en suite is a total blessing. And, most importantly, Joanna is an absolutely amazing host. So kind and generous, communicative and curious — she's a brilliant human being and staying with her is a gift. All the stars!
15th Aug 2023
Thankyou for such a gorgeous review 😚Loved meeting you -keep in touch ! This connecting is what life’s all about !! Look after yourself -good luck with all !