Escape to this traditional seaside townhouse in the heart of Edinburgh, where natural light pours into the spacious Living Room through three large windows. Enjoy panoramic views over Arthur's Seat and the Firth of Forth from the top floor, relax with a Jacuzzi bath in your family bathroom or catch up on your favorite shows using WiFi and Smart TV.
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Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8150 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
2 Mins Walk from Edinburgh's Best Beach!
Whole property - 140sqm
This is a wonderful, spacious, traditional seaside townhouse, built at a time when wealthy Edinburgh families also bought a house by the sea in order to cool off on those hot summer days.
Laid out over 3 floors, the wide staircases are a feature, particularly the winding staircase between the first and second floors (note; they're a bit too wide for standard stair gates, so may not be ideal for young children). The Living Room is positioned on the first floor, as was the norm for the time, with 3 large windows that let the light stream in. From the top floor there are views over the roof tops to Arthur's Seat from the front and across the Firth of Forth to Fife at the rear.
The house offers 4 bedrooms, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Bathroom with Jacuzzi bath, a WC on each floor, full gas central heating, high pressure hot water system, Primary Bedroom with ensuite, WiFi, Smart TV, travel cot, high chair, iron and ironing board, hair dryers, linen and towels. Hopefully everything you need!
City of Edinburgh Short Term Let Licence Number: EH-69033-R
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free 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
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Fenced yard
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No elevator
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Things to do
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Swimming nearby
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Frequently asked questions
Is 2 Mins Walk from Edinburgh's Best Beach! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 Mins Walk from Edinburgh's Best Beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 Mins Walk from Edinburgh's Best Beach!?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Where is 2 Mins Walk from Edinburgh's Best Beach! located?
This family-friendly Edinburgh vacation home is located near the beach, within 2 mi (3 km) of Portobello Beach and Edinburgh Port. Royal Commonwealth Pool and Dynamic Earth are also within 3 mi (5 km). Brunstane Station is 22 minutes by foot.
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An excellent family home. Warm, clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. I would definitely stay here again if the owner lets us lol!Thanks so much for a lovely stay
A great place to stay for our family. Kids live in London, Vancouver and Yorkshire and the house was the perfect place and size to all get together for a couple of days. Will definitely book again if staying in Edinburgh. Thank-you
Fiona L.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Cynthia
25 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and lovely home ! We had a wonderful stay and easily took the bus in and out of Edinburgh.
Fantastic, spacious home. Comfortable and clean with everything needed to feel at home. Excellent location right near the beach, bus for a quick trip into Edinburgh, and plenty of stores within walking distance.
An absolutely wonderful home for a large family or group of friends to stay at! There were 7 of us in our party and the home was a great size for us. All of us having beds, ease of use of the restrooms, and a dining room large enough to accomodate those late night meals after a day exploring the city. Couldn't have been better for us!
We loved the house!! It was beautiful and we enjoyed all the original items there like the fireplaces and wood shutters The kitchen was well stocked. Dining room and parlor were great to visit with the entire family of 6. The host was wonderful at communication. Great location for public transportation.
Our family very much enjoyed our stay in Portobello. The house was great and there a number restaurants, pubs, stores nearby. Portobello provides a nice break from the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh, but all of the iconic sites in Edinburgh are only a quick bus ride away. We would highly recommend this property and look forward to coming back in the future.
The house was brilliant and felt like a home. It was warm and comfortable and had everything we expected and more. The location was brilliant with lots of place to eat and drink on the doorstep. There’s also a supermarket a few minutes walk away. The bus service into Edinburgh city was so easy to use and very frequent. Communication was excellent. Parking outside the house was challenging but there’s plenty of other options. This is one of the best holiday homes we’ve rented and we will be back!
Good sized property for 8 of us to attend wedding just 4 minutes away
2 mins to the beach and a short ride to Edinburgh
What mot could you ask far
Would stay again
perfect base for visiting relatives in Scotland, excellent local eateries, great public transport and easy access on the roads to the borders and Aberdeenshire. Enjoyed beautiful Edinburgh again and were able to cook in the superbly equipped kitchen