Gerald's is definitely in the New Town.

Gerald's Place is in the heart of the New Town, on Abercromby Place which is one of the streets I suggested you look at. Hart Street is not just round the corner, it's about a 15 minute walk, although you can just see it on Gerald's website map.

I haven't heard of any of the other places you list but they are all in the New Town, although some might argue that India Street and Nelson Street are on the fringes.

I would recommend Ingram's which is on Northumberland Street, one down from Abercromby Place. http://www.ingrams.co.uk/

Thanks again.

I'll go and check.

bookmarking

Caroline Hi,
I tried Geralds place too . This was the reply:

Greetings and Welcome to Edinburgh
thank you for your enquiry
very sadly geraldsplace is full

may I suggest an excellent alternative at
Jill Robertson MBA
80/1 Great King Street
Edinburgh EH3 6QU

superb central location
her beautiful Georgian apartment has been extensively refurbished
whilst retaining the wonderful original period features

this luxury B&B accommodation has
a double bedroom ensuite
a second double bedroom is available by agreement

outstanding accommodation
is available matching your enquiry
it is very highly recommended

best wishes Gerald

contact now

www.eh3homesearch.com

[email protected]

She had vacancies but we had already got somewhere.

I will be in touch soon, not long until our trip, need some reco's for good places to eat that won't empty the wallet too much.
Talk soon
Muck

If you're not limited to B&B, try The Knight Residence on the south side of the Castle -- just a walk UP (as always) the hill to the Royal Mile. It's a suite hotel.

sssteve, I'm sure the other places Gerald recommended will be nice anyway, and even though Hart Street isn't really New Town, it is still nice & handy for lots of restaurants & some good pubs (while being a quiet wee side street tucked away behind the main thoroughfare). The only concern I'd have about India St is it's a bit of a hike uphill to most places you'll want to go; although on the plus side, it's on the border of the New Town and Stockbridge which is also a lovely area with restaurants etc.

Hi Mucky ! New Town no good if you're bringing the car anyway (presume you still are ?). I was on Pilrig St recently & checked - it is unrestricted parking. Just reminded P about your visit this morning, coincidentally - maybe meet up for a pint Fri/Sat night ?

BigRuss, I wouldn't recommend the Knight Residence at the moment; the block opposite is a building site and when I last passed by, at night, it was very busy - huge cranes, giant lights, machinery etc. Must be behind schedule !

Mucky: Gerald sent me the exact same message.

Caroline: Learning what I have learned from this thread, I'm also convinced that the New Town is the best location for us. Unfortunately, our first choice (Gerald) is booked, and I haven't found any other places within the New Town which appeal to me more than "14 Hart St". 14 Hart St looks good, has great recommendations on Tripadvisor, and my email correspondence with the proprietress has been very pleasant. It looks to be about 500 meters or so to the edge of New Town. We are in good shape and enjoy walking. Also, everybody says the Edinburgh bus service is excellent and that the day pass is reasonably priced! What would you say are the actual boundaries of the New Town?

And, for all your help, We'd be happy to treat you to a pint if we were to meet in Edinburgh (June 23-26)

I'm sure Hart Street will be lovely and it is very central. You will be able to walk almost everywhere. It has the advantage of being less far downhill than some of the others in the New Town proper, like Great King Street and India Street. One thing city street maps don't sure you is the contours !) The buses are not bad but you shouldn't need them much anyway.

People will argue over the exact boundaries of the New Town, but in that direction I'd say it definitely stops at Broughton Street. Some may say the 'proper' New Town stops at Dublin Street, other argue that the area up to Leith Walk and even sometimes beyond it ('East New Town' in estate agent-speak) should count. Basically it's the central, planned Georgian area but there some Georgian buildings all over the place.

Meeting up for a pint will be very nice, if we are not away ourselves. I've booked 3 weeks from the 13th of June off work, but we'll probably only be able to go away for a week. There are at least 2 good pubs very near Hart Street, that I can think of offhand ! (Mather's and the Cask & Barrel, both on Broughton Street.)

Hi Caroline,
We will get to Edinburgh on the Friday evening. Not sure what state we will be in due to the long drive.

I think we are in the Craigmoss Guest House?? LOL I forgot, so is there any access problems to this area?

Is this Old or New town?

We will certainly have to get together for a beer, will be in touch to sort out where and when.


Bye for now

Muck

Caroline:

If New Town extends to Broughton St, then that puts Hart St right on the edge. That looks pretty good to me...

Mucky, are you coming for the game? We're going down too.

I'm there for the game from Fri(late) until Mon by which time we'll be celebrating!

Francis I didn't know you were Welsh too..

Sheila, yes we (the blokes) are going to the game, ladies will be yapping in the pub as usual...lol


muck

Scottish ladies made of sterner stuff. We go to the game!

No idea of more detailed plans as yet....

It will be nice if we can all meet up for a pint.

Mucky, replying to your e-mail 'offline'.

Hi sssteve, On Saturday I was walking through town, realised I'd be passing Hart Street en route to Abercromby Place and thought I'd time it, out of interest. It took me 10 minutes. Hart Street is a nice street and I'm sure you'll like it - just don't mistakenly try to visit the "sauna" at the bottom :-) (Saunas in Scotland have a rather particular meaning.)

That was very nice of you to chewck for me Caroline!! Thanks!

Now, tell us all what a "sauna" really means in Scotland!!

It's a brothel.

lol
I was just fancying a sauna too !!

Sounds even better now !!!! lol

Muck