Elegant 2-bedroom apartment in Edinburgh’s West End for families, corporate stays and digital nomads

The Edinburgh Address welcomes you to City Retreat @ West End Village - a stylish, contemporary self-catering holiday apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's West End. Perfect for couples, families, business travellers, digital nomads and family members visiting University students and graduates, this elegant two-bedroom home combines modern comfort with classic Georgian character.

Light-filled and thoughtfully designed with high-end finishes, this apartment offers a blend of relaxation and convenience just steps from Edinburgh's top attractions. Whether you're visiting Edinburgh to explore the city's historic streets, attend a festival, perform in a show, or work remotely, you'll enjoy easy access to Princes Street Gardens, the Scottish National Galleries, National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile - all within walking distance.

Nestled on Stafford Street in one of the city's most desirable neighbourhoods, you're surrounded by chic cafes, independent boutiques, bustling restaurants, and excellent public transport links. With fast Wi-Fi, comfortable living spaces and smart design throughout, City Retreat is your ideal base for short breaks and extended stays in Scotland's historic capital city.

The Edinburgh Address Ltd manages bookings on behalf of the Property Owner. The property owner provides the accommodation.

-Booking Requirements-
One member of the booking party must be over 25 years. We require names and ages of all guests, as well as proof of address and ID of the lead guest. This is required within 2 days of booking.
We will require the lead guest to sign a copy of our terms and conditions. We reserve the right to vet any booking.

This property is protected by Truvi (previously known as SuperHog), the digital trust platform that enables Hosts, Operators and Guests to confidently transact in the short-term rentals space.
Please note that once you have booked, you will be contacted by Truvi directly to verify yourself and process a £500 deposit or £35 damage waiver. The damage deposit pre-authorisation will incur a £10 fee. This Truvi verification must be completed two weeks prior to check-in.

- Important -
This apartment is not suitable for stag parties, hen parties or young single sex groups or parties.

This property can accommodate 4 adults and up to 2 under 10s on the sofa bed. Please enquire before booking.


Layout

City Retreat @ West End Village is a newly refurbished, beautifully appointed two-bedroom holiday apartment offering flexible living for up to 4 guests (plus optional sofa bed for children under 10).

Living & Dining
Step into a bright, open-plan living area designed for comfort and style. Relax on plush seating while watching your favourite shows on the widescreen TV or stream music through the high-quality Sonos sound system. The adjacent dining area and fully equipped kitchen include a Nespresso machine, oven, hob, microwave and full cookware set, making this ideal for quick breakfasts and dinner nights in alike.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms
There are two peaceful, well-lit bedrooms:
Primary bedroom with a king-sized bed and private ensuite bathroom.
Second bedroom with a comfortable double bed; great for couples or family stays.
A separate family bathroom features a shower-over-bath for relaxing after a day exploring Edinburgh’s streets. All linens, towels and essential toiletries are provided.


Sleeping Arrangements

1 king-sized ensuite
1 double bedroom

Lounge: double sofa bed suitable for a max of 2 under 10s

Perfect for families and groups of 4 people.


Exterior

Located on Stafford Street in Edinburgh West End Village, this apartment places you moments from local cafés, boutique shops and cultural hotspots. You’ll be within a short stroll of Princes Street and George Street shopping, excellent dining options, world-class galleries and efficient transport links including tram, bus and train services.

Surrounded by charming boutiques, cafés, and top restaurants, the location is perfect for both short stays and extended visits. Whether you're exploring historic landmarks, enjoying the city's nightlife, or attending the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, everything is just a stroll away.

For business travelers, the Edinburgh International Conference Centre and key office spaces are less than 10 minutes on foot. It’s also an ideal base for visiting Edinburgh University, Napier University, Edinburgh College of Art, and Heriot-Watt University - perfect for graduations, student visits and relocations.

This stylish city-centre retreat offers the best of Edinburgh at your doorstep.


Local Area

Stafford Street is in the stylish West End of Edinburgh. Both Stafford Street and the popular neighbouring William Street provide wonderful independent shops, boutiques, cafes, bars and restaurants. It is incredibly central and just minutes' walk to Edinburgh's main shopping streets, Princes Street and George Street, and a further 15 minutes walk to the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. You can easily access trains, trams and buses too. So, this is an ideal location for those wishing to walk or use public transport.


Getting there

This beautiful apartment in Edinburgh is located in the West End of the city centre. You can easily get there by tram from Edinburgh Airport, getting off at West End Princes Street stop. Or, by any bus or train going to Haymarket.


Accessibility

There are steps down to this property. As a lower ground floor apartment, once you have walked down these steps, the entire property is situated on one level. Please see the photo of the steps down to the property.


Registration and Compliance

Registration or Licence Ref: EH-70905-R
EPC: C