we'll never forget gerald's warm, welcoming smile as we arrived. and the "welcome" sign in the window. and the welcoming bottle of wine.

i don't think anybody goes to greater lengths to make visitors welcome than gerald. he's even arranged to have three of edinburgh's top restaurants located on a corner barely one block from his place. now, who else goes to so much trouble?!

seriously, gerald really cares for his visitors, and it shows through in before, during and after care. he provides such a wealth of information - before you arrive, during your stay and to send you on your way when you leave - that you lack for nothing. gerald makes you feel like the honoured guests you are.

just one warning: book well ahead.

Four of us began our three-week Scotland vacation in grand style by staying at Gerald's Place in Edinburgh for three nights. Gerald treated us as close friends visiting his comfortable and conveniently located home. He is a very friendly and personable man who took great efforts to welcome us with a cogent orientation on Edinburgh, and excellent advice on taking a short nap in order to minimize the effects of jet lag after our trip from the United States. He maintains an excellent and current library of local maps, brochures, DVDs/
videos, and books. The rooms were very comfortable and amply stocked. Gerald prepared a delicious breakfast daily to suit our individual tastes. He is very knowledgeable and helpful on sightseeing and dining in Edinburgh. His home is very accessible by foot to the many outstanding tourist features that Edinburgh offers. The most endearing aspect of staying at Gerald's Place is Gerald himself. He is a most personable, accessible, caring, and friendly man. He really wants you to enjoy your stay with him in Edinburgh. I look forward to again staying at Gerald's Place.

My husband and I stayed at Gerald's Place (geraldsplace.com) B&B in early June 2008. It was a delightful experience as Gerald greets and takes care of you as though you were a long-lost friend. His recommendations for restaurants, etc. are spot-on and is more than happy to make reservations and suggest tours. He has two rooms available and we had the back room with an outside bathroom just next door which was our own and private, since the other room has one en suite. The king-size bed was very comfortable. Breakfast in the morning is cooked to order with the table in the kitchen area, which gave us a chance to visit with Gerald as he put out his delicious Scottish spread. We celebrated our anniversary one of the days we were there and he toasted us with champagne and juice! The location is quiet and very convenient...we walked everywhere. He was also willing to accept payment in American dollars which was very easy for us.
You can't go wrong with this charming and spotless B&B.
--Janet & Jim

My mom and I stayed at Gerald's Place for 3 nights - it wasn't long enough!! Wished we could have been there a month. What a terrific place! Gerald is one of the nicest hosts we have ever had. The room and bathroom were very clean, comfortable, and exactly what we were looking for. Gerald is a well of information on Edinburgh, what to see and do, and where to eat. Stay here if you are planning a trip to Edinburgh!