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Shops, restaurants and water at front of apartment
Open lounge, kitchen and dining area
Kitchen area
Master bedroom with french doors
Bathroom
Front of property
Waterfront overlooked by lounge and bedroom
External view of ground floor apartment
External of the entire block on the shore
Entrance
1 / 10  Shops, restaurants and water at front of apartment
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9 / 10  External of the entire block on the shore
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The Cooperage

Leith Shore, Edinburgh and Lothians
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Waterside views
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Parking on site / nearby
Apartment
Towels included
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At a glance

  • A charming riverside retreat for two within a converted 18th-century warehouse
  • Open the patio doors of the bedroom straight onto the cobbled wharf and watch the world go by
  • Set in a quiet part of the Leith harbour district, with its abundance of shops, bars and restaurants

 

Property code: E1678

This beautifully presented apartment sits right on the cobbled quay of Leith’s wharf. Stroll straight out of your patio doors onto the portside streets, full of vibrant shops, restaurants and local history. The apartment is a contemporary, calming space, the perfect base for two from which to explore this fascinating area of Edinburgh.

The property itself is a one-bedroom apartment, situated in a lovely converted wharf building dating back to the 18th century. The rooms are light and bright, and decorated in a sweet modern style, letting original features like exposed beams and stone pillars shine.

Enter into your open-plan living space, combining sitting room, dining area, and kitchen, all arranged delightfully around the view of the river as it passes by the cobbled wharf. The kitchen has all the modern conveniences you could want for making your own feasts while you’re here. Take your meal to the romantic dining table for two, where you can eat beside the view. Head through to the bedroom next door, a gorgeously light and breezy room with patio doors opening straight onto the cobbles. The bathroom is an indulgent, chic space with a shower over bath, perfect for enjoying a relaxing soak before heading out on the town.

Outside the property, the exterior of the building forms a pretty part of the town’s vista, and the streets of Leith are right outside your door - yours to stroll and begin the trail along the Water of Leith to the Firth or into town. A communal grass area offers a great spot to enjoy a morning coffee in the Scottish sunshine.

  • 1 double bedroom
  • 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge, microwave, washer/dryer
  • Smart TV and Hi-Fi
  • Please note that parking is not guaranteed as there is limited unallocated private parking, no permit is required
  • Shops, bars and restaurants 0.5 miles, Princes Street 1.5 miles
  • Short term let license number : EH-69701-F
  • EPC Rating D
  • Arrival: 14:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 1 dog allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

 

The apartment building is located right on the wharf in the centre of the popular cultural quarter of Leith, in the north of Edinburgh. The Water of Leith floats by, and you can follow the waterside trail through hidden cycle paths and walkways right into the heart of the city.

There are plenty of things to see and do in Leith and its vicinity - visit the cinema and shops at Ocean Terminal less than a mile away or take a tour of Royal Yacht Britannia. The town is especially known for its food, with seafood restaurants of all shapes and sizes making the most of their Firth-fresh location.

Head into Edinburgh for unique city delights and astonishing history. Edinburgh Castle is 3.5 miles away – make the journey by bus, car, or a gentle walk to see this magnificent structure with award-winning historical exhibits. The Royal Mile begins at the gates of the castle and you can follow it for all the tartan and haggis you could desire. Take a ghost tour to get a taste of the more haunted side of the city. Or, if you fancy checking out a lovely neighbourhood beach, head to Portobello, a quaint community by the seaside, 3.5 miles from your door.

Gavin Grant

This property is personally managed by Gavin.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 40 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Hamid 22nd November 2024

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Basic flat however location great. Flat need new renovation, new central heating and shower, location is lovely.

Reviewed by Colin 15th November 2024

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Enjoyed our stay. Great location. Managed to park fine.

Reviewed by Lynne 28th October 2024

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Basic accommodation in need of a refresh. Bed very uncomfortable. Good communication with owner regarding keys, burglar alarm etc. General amenities ok

Reviewed by Catherine 12th October 2024

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A great little ground-floor apartment, cosy for a couple. Well-equipped and comfortable, in a great location with pubs, cafes, restaurants, all nearby and within easy access for walks along the waterfront, plus bus & tram to explore further afield. A popular area but not excessively noisy. Wifi connection was good enough for me to keep up with workRead more on a laptop there. Parking isn't guaranteed but we managed to find an available space on arrival, which seemed secure at the rear of the building. Hide

Reviewed by Nicholas 28th September 2024

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Reviewed by David 21st September 2024

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Excellent location, for cafes and restaurants and local transport

Reviewed by Nicola 14th September 2024

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Reviewed by Jannette 6th September 2024

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Great location, easy to walk to restaurants and visitor attractions. Excellent public transport.

Reviewed by Karen 10th August 2024

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Reviewed by Kenneth 12th June 2024

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Owner very helpful. Excellent location with all you need in apartment, would go back again and would definitely recommend.

Reviewed by Alan 1st June 2024

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I enjoyed a very pleasant and comfortable short break at the Cooperage. The history of the building is very interesting and the district, the Shore, has lots of animation with loads of cafes and restaurants. Great local bus services and the nearest tram stop (the Shore) is only about a quarter mile away. However, as others have commented, the cookeRead morer hub is almost useless. Hide

Reviewed by Ian 13th April 2024

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Had a great week at this good value, comfy apartment. We quickly felt at home. The owners gave clear instructions, were not at all obtrusive but were available if needed. The apartments in a lovely setting overlooking the Water of Leith. We found Leith to be a charming, historic place with numerous/various drinking/eating/shopping options, with easRead morey/frequent access from the apartment to the wider Edinburgh areas public transport network, which really helped us see so many great places. Thanks! Hide

Reviewed by Nick 6th April 2024

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A comfortable flat for two in a great location. Cafs, restaurants & good public transport within yards. However, uneven cobbles outside make walking difficult. Whole area rather scruffy: weeds, peeling paint, dirty windows. Kitchen well equipped but cooker hob very frustrating: slow, no markings. Window frames in poor condition. There in no dryer, Read morehi-fi or DVD! Needs 2 bistro chairs. Keys to access property wouldn't work on arrival. TV reception can be very poor. However, we would stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Joanne 29th March 2024

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Great flat perfect for two; ideal location tram stop nearby will definitely go again.

Reviewed by Jennifer 8th March 2024

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The Cooperage is in a fantastic location, surrounded by excellent eateries, many of which are dog-friendly. It's on the Water of Leith walkway, a great day out if you need a break from the city sights. Overall, really excellent - we hope to return.

Reviewed by Valerie 1st March 2024

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Lovely flat with a homely touch to it. The location was great as the city centre is within easy reach. Bus stop and tram are 2min walking distance and shops and resturants are basically on your doorstep. We really enjoyed our stay! The only downside was probably the hob which takes quite long to heat up and bring water to boil, but other than that Read morea great accommodation! Hide

Reviewed by Christina 26th February 2024

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Nice quaint place to stay, bit noisy from the buses on the cobbles if that would bother you. Clean and well maintained, small but perfect for us and our dog. Great transport links from the doorstep and some lovely pubs nearby

Reviewed by Vikkie 10th February 2024

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We had a wonderful weeks stay here. Very beautiful, quick access to the main centre on the tram, that is just a few minutes walk. Definitely, highly recommend, I would only advise that the equipment in the kitchen is basic so depending on what you want to cook at the place and that there is no recycling. However, I can't fault it and the owner was Read morevery good with communication Hide

Reviewed by Donald 3rd February 2024

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Reviewed by William 13th January 2024

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Reviewed by Ian 27th November 2023

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I think the cooperage is in a great location,tram stop up the road(walk across the bridge&go straight on passed Sainsburys and it's a little further up on the right,Malones next to tram stop is a dog friendly sports bar).Plenty of dog friendly places to eat&drink,we liked them all but special mention for Malt&Hops pub,Hemmingngways(next2cooperage)fRead moreor lovely meal&shore deli.Would be more than happy to go back,I liked the area,the buildings and of course the local people.Thanks Drew Hide

Reviewed by Kay 30th September 2023

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Perfectly located ground floor apartment, nicely sized for 2 people with great views of the river and close to restaurants and bars. Extremely handy to have parking available with the added bonus of public transport stops literally 2 minutes walk away.

Reviewed by John 1st July 2023

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Very pleased with the location, amenities and standards of cleanliness

Reviewed by Heather 24th June 2023

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Reviewed by Amanda 17th June 2023

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Reviewed by Josephine 10th June 2023

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The location is perfect for everything Edinburgh, with excellent transport on buses and trams. Apartment is very comfortable for 2 with the addition of good parking facility. Highly recommended and we will hopefully return.

Reviewed by Sharron 3rd June 2023

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Location excellent

Reviewed by Gabriele 6th May 2023

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Reviewed by Alison 2nd May 2023

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Lovely flat, in an excellent location for exploring the area. Bonus that there is a car park space and that it is dog friendly. Highly recommend a stay at this flat.

Reviewed by Michael 27th April 2023

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Reviewed by bruce 8th April 2023

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Reviewed by Robert 1st April 2023

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Our 2nd visit. Great location only a 20 minutes walk to the city centre and 15minutes to Newhaven. Will be even better when the tram opens making it perfect for disabled.

Reviewed by Graham 25th March 2023

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Not the biggest apartment, but perfectly adequate for a single or a couple without too much luggage. Clean, warm, well maintained, and everything worked. The handy free parking was very much appreciated. Lots of local pubs / eateries, and - of course - no end of things to do in Edinburgh itself, which is so easily accessible by the very frequent anRead mored inexpensive bus services. Hide

Reviewed by Catherine 18th March 2023

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Quite disappointing. Apart from the really good location and if you like accommodation with a student feel to it . Not suitable if youre uncomfortable in a confined space as bedroom barely enough as a single room. Great for food shopping but dont buy anything that needs heating up on the hob as not hot enough to boil an egg. Problem with ants in kiRead moretchen area. If youre used to a welcome pack(biscuits, milk etc) youll be disappointed as no such thing here. No bath mat provided . Hide

Reviewed by David 11th March 2023

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Reviewed by clair 4th March 2023

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Apartment was clean, warm and comfy, ideal spot for exploring Leith, Edinburgh and local areas.

Reviewed by Jane 25th February 2023

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Great base for a few days. Well equipped and comfortable. Nice pubs, cafes and restaurants within a couple of minutes walk. Easy walk to Edinburgh City Centre.

Reviewed by Timothy 18th February 2023

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Fantastic location. The property is immaculately clean, and very comfortable.

Reviewed by Cheryl 23rd December 2022

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3rd time staying in this apartment. Everything you would need for a great stay. Lovely, comfortable and fab location. 40 min gentle walk to the centre. Lots of pubs and restaurants on the doorstep. Free parking also a massive bonus.

Reviewed by Chrisanna 3rd December 2022

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Excellent flat in a great location. Great local independent restaurants and shops. Bus stop nearby with frequent service to central Edinburgh. Highly recommended

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