Sweeping coastal vistas steal the show at this Victorian waterfront apartment set in a quiet residential quarter fringing Edinburgh. While the décor is a tad dated, and the second bedroom is only really suitable for children, those sea views at sunset more than make up for that. When you're ready to stretch your legs, the beautifully landscaped Royal Botanic Garden and Edinburgh Old Town are a short drive away (also walkable if time is on your side). Or keep things local at Newhaven's little harbour with its picturesque lighthouse for sunset strolls and a fish supper.

Home truths:
*There is free parking available on the street on a first-come, first-served basis
*You’ll check yourself into this home with a lock box and code
*This apartment is located on the second floor with no lift, so be prepared to climb some stairs
*The second bedroom has bunk beds which are better suited to children and teenagers
*Bathroom essentials are provided to help settle you in
*Your host politely asks you to be considerate to neighbours and keep noise levels to a minimum