LINTON COLLECTION - BLACKFRIARS LOFTS, Edinburgh

The apartments sit in a quiet alley off Cockburn Street, a 1-minute walk from the Royal Mile and 3 minutes from St Giles' Cathedral. Edinburgh Waverley Station is a 10-minute walk, and Edinburgh Airport is 11 km away. Numerous restaurants and cafes are within 0.5 km, including The Edinburgh Larder, Monteiths, and several pubs. The location is exceptionally walkable for sightseeing, with the castle, festival theatre, and main shopping streets all within a short stroll. Despite the central position, the building's thick stone walls and set-back position keep street noise minimal.

Units range from one-bedroom (with a mezzanine double bed) to two-bedroom layouts sleeping up to 5 adults (2 beds plus a sofa bed). Standard one-bedroom apartments place the double bed on a mezzanine accessed by a steep staircase with low headroom (max 1.2 m from bed platform to ceiling). Superior one- and two-bedroom apartments on the top floor feature the large original church arched windows and a more open feel. All apartments include parquet floors, a seating area with flat-screen TV, a kitchen with dishwasher, oven, and coffee machine, plus a washing machine/dryer, iron, and hairdryer. No air conditioning, but fans are available on request. The apartments are noted for being very quiet and private, with adjustable heating ensuring comfort. The mezzanine beds may not suit anyone with limited mobility.

The on-site restaurant, 3 Blind Mice, serves pizza for lunch and dinner (Wednesday to Sunday, 12:00-22:00), with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Apartment residents receive a discount there. The property also offers wine/champagne at an additional charge. For breakfast, the Edinburgh Larder is a popular choice next door. Guests can prepare meals in the fully equipped kitchen (stovetop, oven, dishwasher, cookware, utensils, and dining area). Several restaurants, including Wedgwood The Restaurant, Bella Italia, and The Royal Mile Tavern, are within a 5-minute walk.