Edinburgh is my favourite destination for a weekend break and on my last 2 trips (Nov 08 and July 09) I have stayed at Number 21 India St. It's a wonderful base for a stay in Edinburgh, ideally located in the New Town, with the benefit of quiet surroundings but within walking distance of Princes St. Zandra will do all... more

Found 21 India Street on aboutscotland.com while planning our trip to Edinburgh for a wedding. We arrived starving hungry and our host Zandra Macpherson could not have been more kind and immediately made us sandwiches! We stayed in the Laird's bedroom which has the most romantic antique bed and overlooked a pretty garden. And the bathroom was a treat with... more

We stayed in the Patio room with the twin beds and were very cosy. Great location and was a great jumping off point to walk the whole of Edinburgh on the Saturday and handy with it's own front door. Superb breakfast! Zandra was charming and fascinating but at the same time modest and unnassuming. Highly Recommended! more

Our stay was an experience of a lifetime. Apart from a very convenient location in a very nice neighborhood, the outstanding experience was the warmth and personality of Sandra MacPherson who really made us feel at home. The connection to a genuine and facinating story of Scottish life and history is direct and personal. It must also be emphasized that... more

Everything has been said already. But here are a few details: Sandra booked us restaurants We were served kippers for breakfast Fresh fruit, porridge and (optional) black pudding Tea tray with chocolates and short bread Crisp linen Warm, hospitable atmosphere, like coming home, only somebody made the beds and restocked the tea tray more

We stayed for two nights and really enjoyed Number 21. It's within easy walking distance of the castle and other Edinburg attractions. I'm reading Sandra's books right now and fondly remembering her hospitality and charm. When I return to Edinburg, this will be my first choice for a place to stay. more

Staying at 21 India Street is like stepping back in time to the Georgian period. The house is elegant, full of interesting pictures and antiques. Sandra is wonderful. So accomodating and helpful. The location is perfect. A 5 minute walk to the town center but far enough away that it is quiet and peaceful. You won't go wrong if you... more

I just have to agree with all comments. We had a lovely stay at number 21, fabulous location, beautiful property and wonderful hostess. more

We were sent 21 by Gerald of Gerald's place, he and Zandra are friends, and we were delighted. We stayed in the bottom floor a couple of nights and the main floor for one night. I liked the bottom floor better, it had a separate entrance and felt roomier. But both rooms were lovely, the house is simply grand and... more