Said to be the closest house to the sea in Edinburgh, Ark at Anchor is a truly special place to stay. This wheelchair-accessible ground-floor apartment in Joppa has a twelve-metre balcony overhanging the water, giving 180-degree views across the Firth of Forth to Fife, and it has been renovated throughout to a high standard.
The sitting area features a striking wall of glass looking straight out to sea, a log-burning fire, smart TV and Bluetooth stereo, with WiFi throughout. The kitchen is superbly equipped, with induction hob, double oven, dishwasher, an instant boiling-water tap and a large fridge freezer with ice and chilled water, while the dining area seats six with the sea as your backdrop. All three bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, and the covered balcony seating is ideal for watching the sunrise or sunset over the Forth.
The city centre is just twenty minutes away by car, with frequent buses nearby, so you can pair Edinburgh sightseeing with days spent simply watching the tide.
“This has to be one of the best apartments in the Edinburgh area. Not only is this a deceptively spacious apartment, it is also in a fantastic location next to Portobello beach. It is incredibly relaxing to listen to the waves with a glass of wine in the evenings, and to have coffee on the deck in the morning. So well located and beautifully decorated - amazing!”
“This was one of the best stays I have ever had! We were with a group and they all had nothing but great things to say about this property! They had extra amenities, easy instructions, cool technology, comfortable beds and seating! We had a blast and only wished we could have stayed here longer! Will definitely come back!!!!”
“This place was everything we wanted and more. Felt wonderfully remote but everywhere was easy to get to, views incredible, very well kitted out. This is one of the nicest, best value holiday lets I've stayed in.”
“This apartment is in an excellent spot. Easy access to the city of Edinburgh with a very well served public transport. Few minutes walk to Portobello beach and promenade. That's if you want to even leave the property. The views are spectacular you will just want to sit there and watch. Bird watchers will love it. The apartment has everything you will need for your stay and more. Everything is catered for. It is so peaceful and tranquil. The facilities in the property are excellent which will make your stay very relaxing. Like sitting on a cruise ship surrounded by water.”