Waterfront vacation rentals in Leith

A lovely lit coastal path on the door. Kitchen well equipped.

One of the best and most original Airbnb's we have stayed in. Very well-equipped with beautiful furnishings and features in a historic building. Lovely views on to the Water of Leith. The location is superb, situated in the best area of the Shore, with many bars and restaurants and lovely walks along the Water. Great public transport links to Edinburgh, including tram. Another bonus was the private parking, and accessibility. The early check in was a bonus meaning we could enjoy a full afternoon in the area. If I were to specify our ideal place to stay on a visit to Edinburgh, Leith - this would be it . Finally, thank you, Robert, for the great welcome packs, milk, fruit and treats etc. We can't wait to come back for another short stay.

Emily's flat was perfect for a few days in Edinburgh and had everything we needed. Comfy bed, great shower and a lovely kitchen. It's the perfect spot for visiting the city, a 3 minute walk to the tram, which takes 15 minutes to the city centre (we walked one day and it was only 40 minutes). Emily gave us loads of recommendations for places to eat and they were all brilliant. Brunch, dinner, coffee, cocktails, you're spoiled for choice in Leith. Emily is a proactive, responsive and really helpful host and I would definitely look to stay again the next time I visit Edinburgh.

Great host and apartment. Was able to accommodate needs of my daughter and very proactive, friendly and helpful. Lovely apartment that was nicely kitted out

Excellent venue for a couple to stay to explore the East Neuk. Comfortable bed; clean and user friendly en-suite; good range of kitchen utensils for those that like to cook. Right on the harbour front with views across the road to watch the tide come and go. Helen was very hospitable and all the local walkers were very friendly.

We had such a wonderful stay at Chris & Erin’s flat in Leith. It’s well situated with great transport links and an amazing view. This is a really magical property and we would highly recommend it!

A lovely little apartment with a great view over the river. Thank you to Kirsty for keeping in touch throughout. It was perfect for our needs.

A beautiful flat in a stunning location. You will not be disappointed

We had a wonderful family holiday over the Easter holidays with our girls aged 9 and 12. The house was easy to find and Helen was in touch to make sure check-in was straightforward and that we were settled in. The house is perfect (if stairs aren't a problem!): the front room on the ground floor has a traditional feel with the stonework and the woodburner. It was so peaceful to sit there with a coffee and the morning sunlight flooding in. Evenings, we sat around the big table to eat fish and chips. The adjacent kitchen is totally modern and equipped with everything you need. Our girls were so excited with their bunkbeds in their first-floor room and it was great to play board games in the cosy sitting room. We really enjoyed sitting at the window upstairs with a drink, taking in the views over the harbour and right over to the Bass Rock. The kids loved the walks along the coast to nearby villages, and it was a short drive to St Andrews. A memorable break in a special place!

We had a truly lovely stay at the Cottage! The place had everything we needed and more; beautifully decorated, comfortably furnished, and incredibly well-equipped, especially the kitchen. The garden looked absolutely stunning, it was such a shame we didn’t get a chance to enjoy it properly due to the weather. The location was perfect, just a few minutes from the beach and beautiful walks, ideal for taking the dogs and kids out first thing in the morning. One of the real highlights for us was the bed, honestly, it might be the most comfortable one we’ve ever slept in! All the information provided was super clear, and both Jane and Joyce were incredibly quick and helpful in responding to any questions we had. We truly loved the place – it made our visit feel extra special.

Great stay with family. Everything was clean and comfortable and so many extras were provided. Quiet location yet just off main road so close to shops and beach

My family had an absolutely amazing long weekend at Charles’ home. Kenneth supported a very smooth check-in and was super friendly and responsive. I really appreciated that the hosts were very responsive and also transparent about the feasibility of staying in their home with a baby. The home itself was spotlessly clean, had a beautiful kitchen, and was very peaceful to relax while watching the river flow by. We will be back!

A lovely little cottage to enjoy the beautiful North Queensferry. The house is beautifully presented and really feels homely and welcoming. The bedrooms are great sizes and the bathroom was spotless. Will definitely be staying here again!

We had a lovely long weekend in St Monans: the village is in a beautiful part of the world and the house is in the perfect spot overlooking the harbour. I think a place feels luxurious when the host is generous and James certainly doesn't stint on anything. Lots of towels, lots of crockery and cutlery and the house was warm and welcoming. James responded promptly to our messages. We would definitely stay here again!

The place matched our needs perfectly, with more amenities than envisaged, such as additional dishwasher, oven and fridge. The location was ideal to get the family together for Christmas, and for accessing a stunning beach for dog walking. Views to die for.

What a wonderful place! Exactly as advertised and more. Calum and Karen were very responsive and gracious. Always helpful with recommendations. It was a family trip so we did a lot of touring. After a long day of activities, it was always great to come back to this beautiful home . . . and the views are spectacular.

This is a gorgeous, spacious flat. The layout and design made me feel right at home, and I was truly impressed by the well stocked kitchen. The views are also unmatched, with every window showing a different glimpse of Edinburgh. I enjoyed looking out at the Firth of Forth each morning while drinking my morning coffee. I also loved how peaceful it felt here. The flat is slightly outside of the city center, but not so far away that you can’t walk to Edinburgh’s main attractions (and the walking paths near the flat are great!). Anita is also very kind, proactive, and helpful. I would definitely stay here again!

Had a lovely stay. Comfortable & cosy & all you need is in the flat. If you can’t manage stairs with bags this is not the place for you however, we were aware of this from other reviews. Good access to buses to get into town. Parked at the local 24 hour Fountain car park which is a 10 minute walk away. Definitely recommend

Great apartment. Had everything we needed. Lovely view out to sea. Great bathroom with powerful shower.

Great location, excellent communication. We really enjoyed our stay. Would definitely book again.

This place is exactly as described. Quaint and cozy with everything we needed! Close to beautiful walking trails on the shore and Main Street shopping and pubs. Jennifer was easy to communicate with. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to stay in the area.

Jon and Lindsey’s lovely flat was the perfect base for us to explore Culross from. It was very clean and cosy, with wonderful views from the kitchen/living room. Everything we could have needed was provided for us. Jon was extremely helpful and understanding when we had to cancel our original booking due to a storm. Communication throughout our stay was great, we would definitely return.

The property is well located with a beautiful view of the bay. The apartment is well equipped and well laid out. Access to the apartment is easy and the apartment is a comfortable walking distance from Edinburgh centre. Andrew communicates all needed information in a timely manner and was very pleasant. I would definitely book this apartment again for a future visit.

Victoria is an excellent host — very communicative and extremely helpful. The apartment is great, in a nice location, and easy to find. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a clean, quiet, and comfortable place to stay