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Genuine City Centre Apartment (Bread St)

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Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player
Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51076 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Popular LocationGrassmarket7 min walk
  • Popular LocationPrinces Street8 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle11 min walk
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)23 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Genuine City Centre Apartment (Bread St)

Covid 19 Update
Our apartments are now open again and we are ready to welcome our guests back. Edinburgh is also ready to welcome guests again. We want you to be able to book with confidence so we are guaranteeing a FULL refund if your booking has to be cancelled due to flight cancellations or any lockdowns in Edinburgh. This applies to bookings from July 2020 onwards. We have also updated our welcome packs to include facemasks, sanitiser and extra cleaning products. All of our apartment utilise key safes so are contact free. We look forward to welcoming you to our apartment soon.

This apartment is on the first floor which makes it ideal for easy access. Bread St is surrounded by a variety of shops/cafes/pubs and restaurants. The apartment is large, bright and clean and provides a great location to explore the many attractions nearby. There are 2 large double rooms within the apartment and one of them has a large sofa bed suitable for extra guests. Both rooms have flatscreen TV’s, freeview and DVD players. The kitchen has all the facilities and equipment you need to fully self cater including a table for dining, flatscreen TV and integrated dishwasher. There is a separate utility room with a washing machine and tumble dryer. For ease of parking, there is a multi storey car park within a 2 minute walk of the apartment, although there is no real requirement for a car, as you could not get more central than this apartment which is right in the city centre. All towels, bedding, etc are supplied. Recently fully renovated and includes free high speed wireless broadband.

Entry is anytime after 1pm. Check out is by 10am. All bookings are based on sharing. Early arrival and late check out can be arranged with additional cost will be determined by circumstance. Bookings are based on sharing.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Genuine City Centre Apartment Edinburgh
Genuine City Centre Edinburgh
Genuine City Centre Bread St
Genuine City Centre Apartment
Genuine City Centre Apartment (Bread St) Apartment
Genuine City Centre Apartment (Bread St) Edinburgh
Genuine City Centre Apartment (Bread St) Apartment Edinburgh

About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh, this apartment is in the city center. National Museum of Scotland and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. Check out an event or a game at Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
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What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 7 min walk
  • Princes Street - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 11 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 11 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 16 min walk

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 11 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Hanging Bat - 1 min walk
  • Costa Coffee - 2 min walk
  • The Beer Kitchen - 2 min walk
  • The Blue Blazer - 1 min walk
  • Starbucks - 1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Genuine City Centre Apartment (Bread St) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Genuine City Centre Apartment (Bread St)?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Genuine City Centre Apartment (Bread St)?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Genuine City Centre Apartment (Bread St) located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Usher Hall and Edinburgh International Conference Centre. Princes Street and Grassmarket are also within 10 minutes. Haymarket Tram Station is 12 minutes by foot and Princes Street Tram Stop is 14 minutes.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 48 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lesley G., RED DEER

Everything you need
Great location close to main attractions of the city. Easy access to public transportation via short walk. Lots of restaurants, cafes and grocery nearby. Full laundry in apartment was a bonus to have. The place was tidy, however the high traffic touch areas on the walls and doors could use a deep cleaning. Overall a wonderful place to stay for our 5 days.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The apartment was perfect for my daughter & me.
The location, two separate bedrooms with comfortable big beds were a big plus. But best of all was the washer & DRYER! Most apartments I’ve rented have a washer, but no dryer. Only suggestion is to provide more towels. We’d stay here again if we return to Edinburgh.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicola S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for Fringe. Loads of places to eat etc around it and short walk to Fringe.
Overall, a great experience. Thank you. Xxxxx

6/10 Okay

Gary M.

Property is nice, location to various sites is spot on. Street noise at night. Other than that good
Easy to rent, pictures accurate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location we were able to walk everywhere. Very comfortable beds and well equipped kitchen
Really enjoyed staying in this apartment, excellent communication with Barry. Great location, fantastic city vibe
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

susan l., Tucson

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Four-day Stay in Edinburgh
Being from the states, we forgot that the first floor overseas is NOT the ground floor. We had very heavy luggage and there is no lift. So we three 60+ women had to find a way to get it all up 27 steps! The apartment has wonderful beds! But there is no living room, as it appears in the pictures. The couch is in one of the bedrooms. The kitchen was adequate - we didn't do any cooking but there is a dishwasher and appliances to make tea and coffee. The bathroom is large, but I would recommend some kind of non-slip mat for the shower as the tub is very slippery. The washer/dryer worked well. There was a lot of graffiti outside the apartment, but once inside we felt safe. There was a lot of trash on the street outside the apartment so leaving the windows open wasn't an option. There was a Hop On/Hop Off bus stop right across the street, which was very convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Brenda B.

Old town apartment
The location is very well located and restaurants and grocery stores are very accessible by a short walk. Very friendly neighborhood.

8/10 Good

Bobbie Y.

Decent flat in the theatre district
This is a nice flat with in walking distance of old and new town. Barry was prompt in responding to any questions before our stay. Self check in was a breeze and we were even allowed to check in early (for a fee). Which was worth it since we had an early arrival flight and could go directly to the flat with our luggage and relax for a bit before heading out for the afternoon. Our only disappointment was that we were hoping to use the kitchen facilities to cook breakfast daily and there was not a usable frying pan. We did use the oven once to heat up a pre made dinner. Be prepared to purchase a few extra supplies if you are planning on using the kitchen during your stay. The beds are very comfortable with down comforters that will keep you toasty warm. One thing to note if your not use to staying in the heart of a city is the pedestrian and street noise you will hear. The flat is near the corner of a busy road. It is not too bad, just something to note so you are aware you will not be staying in a quiet residential location. However that does mean there are lots of restaurants, shops, and theatres right around the corner.

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

LK
Wonderful apartment, great location, helpful owner!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Joshua M.

Nice apartment.
Overall nice flat...free Netflix, comfy beds, amenities all very close by, the hallway/entrance into the building looked a bit scary, could benefit from some paint...overall nice location, very close to the castle.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Costel D., London

We have a great time at your house
It was a great experience. Thanks for everything
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Angela K., Tallinn

Great place!
Location is very good, everything is within walking distance- shops, restaurants etc.the apartment is beautiful and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Caroline J.

The apartment was wonderful ! Very up to date on appliances and very clean.
Wonderful flat!!!! Up to date appliances and decorated fabulous . Very clean and kitchen was well stocked with cooking utensils and dishwear. Great locations with good restaurants in walking distance . Would highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Brad C G.

Great location, clean, and bright.
We loved this location. Short walk to Edinburgh Castle and many other attractions, restaurants, and pubs on our list. We made good use of the wonderful kitchen facilities. Sleeping arrangements were great and this unit would have easily accommodated two couples. Nice bathroom. The washer and dryer were a plus. We would consider this unit on another trip to Edinburgh.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Shelley B.

Very good.
Property was convenient well equipped, clean and roomy. Loved the laundry option. Had some trouble getting keylock instructions. Needed more advanced info than the day of arrival because we were travelling and had limited access to wifi the day of. Caused us a bit of stress.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

Convenient and Comfortable
The apartment is in a great location, close to restaurants and grocery stores. We were able to explore the city easily on foot. Enjoyed our visit immensely! Barry provided directions with photos, which made it easier to find the apartment. Without photos it would have been difficult. There was a self entry system, so we were able to arrive at our convenience. The apartment had everything we needed. The beds were comfortable and the apartment was clean. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rob S., Anchorage

Good and safe location, clean, good restaurants nearby
The apartment was exactly as advertised by VRBO. Everything worked. Right in Old Town but really close to the Royal Mile, numerous reasonably priced restaurants nearby. The unit is cramped for a family of five but we had no issues with the size except when we tried to eat together. Since we ate at local restaurants for lunch and dinner this was not a problem. We felt very safe and enjoyed the open windows at night to cool us off from our July visit. Plenty of hot water for all of us to shower in the morning or evening and nice clean towels. Highly recommend this location for proximity to Edinburgh Castle and all of the shops along the Royal Mile. Washer and Dryer stackable unit worked perfectly. The neighbors were quiet and we never saw them. It would be nice if the owner kept a book with local tips and recommendations for groceries and dining options. We used one of our iPhones with data to get ratings for local eateries paired with Trip Advisor reviews and were never disappointed. The Japanese restaurant right across the street from the unit was a favorite for all of us. Cobble stone streets are hard on luggage wheels so make sure your gear can handle some rough terrain. We never met the owner/agent but never needed to. The keys were left for us in a key safe on the door since we were late on our transfer train from Glasgow. Check out was very easy. Owner/agent did communicate via e-mail and text message with quick responses. Highly recommend for the price and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jane, canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
location, very clean,'easy to find and good contact with agent that let the apartment. We arrived late and they were very accommodation. comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

Lovely accommodation!
This apartment was wonderful in every way for our family of 4. Everything we needed was provided. It had the perfect location, as we were close to restaurants, stores, attractions, etc. that always felt safe and welcoming. Barry was easy to reach regarding check-in/check-out. It was a fabulous place to stay and make memories while in a beautiful city. We can't wait to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Beverley B., mississippi

Lovely Apartment
We were very pleased with our stay in this beautiful apartment. The beds were fresh, clean and very comfortable. It was great to have a kitchenette. We felt very safe behind two locked doors. A Starbucks was right across the street. We highly recommend this stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

2/10 Terrible

amy t.

Rethinking VRBO
Although the appearance and amenities were great someone broke in to the flat using a key. The owner came to change the lock and was attentive. Flat was not in a bad neighborhood and it was very convenient but since this may become more common with VRBO I will not stay in one again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Alex K., St. Albert, Alberta, Canada

Close to the castle and pubs
Love the location and place. Really high ceilings and lots of light. Castle was 10 min walk. Only thing was that you don’t really have a sitting area but we made it work.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Just right! Perfect location to explore EDB
Bright, spacious flat for up to four people. Perfect location to explore all of Edinburgh. The Castle, Grassmarket,the Royal Mile and University all a few steps away. The beds were very comfortable. We had everything we needed. We will definitely stay here again on a return trip to Edinburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Margaret M.

Overall a positive stay.
The apartment was as described, adequate for 5 as long as you are out most of the day. The sofa shown is in one of the bedrooms and unless you remade it everyday the only place to sit was on a bed or in the kitchen. It was great having free WiFi and 3 tv’s during the evening. The apartment was clean and bright overlooking the street. First impressive was not good as the hallway and curving stairs are dark and old looking. The apartment looked a lot better but is small. Great location to restaurants, coffee shops and some pubs. Lots of sirens so there must be a hospital nearby. The hot water supply could have been better. Heat was good. The minimal amount of towels were provided. There is a washer/dryer which we did not use being there only 3 days. Barry was there to greet us and we contacted him once and he was responsive. Beds were comfortable and with warm comforters. It met our needs for a short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Asha E.

Modern, Clean & Great Location
Spent 2 days in Edinburgh - this was a great place to stay. Good Location - we could walk everywhere, and it was clean and modern. Management was accommodating which was appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018