A short-term let in Edinburgh offers a unique home-from-home experience. They are perfect if you are coming to the capital for a work contract, for a long holiday, or to experience (or perform in) one of the many festivals the city plays host to. Or, you may be relocating to Edinburgh and need somewhere to live while searching for your next home.
Whatever your circumstances, we would be delighted to help you book accommodation for your stay. We have various high-quality options available. We are here to help you find your perfect short-term let, to assist you through the letting process and to help with any special requests you may have.
FAQs for Guests
How do I find a place to stay?
How do I book an apartment?
When do I pay my rent?
How long can I book a property for?
What is the difference between a managed and booking-only property?
Some of our properties are offered as ‘managed’ and some as ‘booking-only’ properties.
- For properties that are fully managed by Rettie, we will remain as your point of contact throughout your stay. You will collect and return keys from our offices and all questions and queries should be directed to us. We will be on hand to help with any problems or maintenance issues.
- For booking-only properties, we will guide you through the booking process. We will then put you in direct contact with the property owner. They will then make arrangements with you for your check-in, check-out and for the management of any issues during your stay.
Where do I collect and drop off my keys?
Where is your office?
What are the office opening hours?
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Can I smoke?
Can I bring pets?
Are towels and bedding provided?
Is there Wi-Fi?
What should I do in an emergency?
What should I do if something is not working in the apartment?
If you are in a booking-only property, please make your landlord aware, so the issue can be rectified.
If we are managing the property, please call our office on 0131 221 1646 or email us on [email protected], and one of our team will be happy to assist you.
How should I leave the property?
- Please ensure the property is left clean and tidy.
- All rubbish and foodstuffs should be removed.
- Any washing should be completed, with crockery stored back in the cupboards.
- Where possible we ask that you strip the beds.
- Please ensure all lights are turned off.
- · All the windows must be secured and locked, and the property locked behind you.
How do I get my deposit back?
Why might there be deposit deductions?
- If there is any evidence of smoking in the property.
- If keys have been lost.
- If there has been damage to fixtures or fixings.
- If something has been broken.
- If additional cleaning is required (excluding linen and towels).
Can I cancel a booking?
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Customers Say
Symonds Taylor Made Our Move with a New Baby Stress-Free
You’ve made a stressful period in our lives so much easier. Having a baby and moving at the same time would not have been possible for us without you both and would have likely ended up in murder or divorce!
G Malhotra
Symonds Taylor Helped Us Secure Our First Home
Sofia and I cannot thank you and your team enough for all the work you put in to help us get our first home!
Courteous Team and Fair Pricing Made for a Positive Buying Experience
As a buyer of a property through Symonds Taylor (Rettie at the time) the team were courteous and easy to deal with. They had a reputation for fair pricing, which is how my purchase played out. All in all good experience.
A Houghton
Rob and Claire’s Expertise Secured Our Dream Home Amidst an 8-House Chain
Rob and Claire were excellent throughout our purchase, they helped us secure our dream house in Newcastle. Rob was instrumental in ensuring an 8-house chain successfully completed!
J O
Exceptional Service from Rob and Team Ensured Our Complex Move Succeeded
This is the second time we’ve sold with Rob and the team at Symonds Taylor (as formerly Rettie). We’ve always received a flawless service and felt at ease that we were in safe and experienced hands. Rob was quick at responding to all of our questions and was always available to reassure and guide us. Our recent move was unexpectedly complicated and without Robs proactive approach to keeping all parties up to date and moving things along I’m sure it would have fallen apart.
J Bradfield
You need an experienced team on your side
Thoroughly professional people. Sound advice provided with cool-headedness and patience during the protracted process of getting the buyer to perform
Mr Reed