Chlach

Chlach: Edinburgh and the Lothians

Just straddling the border of Broughton and Leith, this home is perfectly located between two neighbourhoods full of trendy restaurants, traditional pubs, and plenty of independent shops. A twenty-minute walk from the heart of the old city, Edinburgh Castle, the architecture of this area is distinctly New Town. In this striking row of Georgian buildings, a mint-green door stands out from the dark stonework, beckoning you inside. The theme is pure luxury and opulence. Thick, regal red curtains, ornate plaster cornicing, and a wood-burning stove bring warmth into the vast lounge. A trio of original sash windows usher natural light into the bright dining space, where you can sip wine until the private chef arrives – courtesy of your host. Traditional elements meet modern charm in this gorgeous home, which echoes the local area quite well. This part of Edinburgh city centre’s east end is a lively area of bars, clubs, a thriving LGBTQ+ scene, comedy, and theatre for exciting nights out. Equally, you could spend peaceful days by the shore at Leith, a fifteen-minute bus ride away, or take a nine-minute walk to see exhibitions at the National Portrait Gallery.

Home truths:
*This home has its own private, main door entrance on street level
*As one of the double bedrooms has an ensuite, the other four guests will share one bathroom
*Coffee connoisseurs will be pleased to hear that the Nespresso machine comes with an Aeroccino
*Your host can help with restaurant and activity recommendations for free, but for a fee, they can also organise private tours, airport pickup, fridge fills, a private chef, and more
*While no parking is available on the street, you can pay to park nearby, or make use of excellent transport links (such as the tram stop six minutes away)
*The home lacks basic essentials, so you might want to bring your own. For longer stays you will have to buy additional laundry detergent and coffee