What The Dickins: Independent Shops

Spring in Edinburgh Spring is the ideal time to visit Edinburgh. The chill of winter is over, and the festival crowds haven’t arrived yet. Days are longer, with the occasional warmth of the sun, and the city’s gardens begin to come alive, from snowdrops to magnolias and cherry blossom. Pavement…

Christmas in Edinburgh: The Dickins Edit There’s no denying it-Edinburgh absolutely sparkles at Christmas. The city’s historic streets glow under the fairy lights and there’s magic in the air. But while everyone knows about Edinburgh’s Christmas Markets, we thought we’d share our guide to celebrating the festive season a little…

From the moment you step down the steps to this one bedroom home on Carlton Street, you will know you’re staying somewhere very special. You’ll also understand why it’s in our Most Loved Collection. Our Most Loved Homes are those that get consistently glowing feedback from the guests who stay…

If you’re visiting Edinburgh for the first time, we’re sure you’ll be on the lookout for gifts and souvenirs to bring home. However, it can be tricky to avoid the tourist trap gift shops. We admit they do stock some fun items and these stores will do in a pinch,…

Our Most Loved Collection was designed for homes like this one on St Stephen Street. Guests LOVE staying here and the thing they mention again and again in their glowing feedback is the amazing library of books. Wise Marcus Tullius Cicero said many moons ago that “A room without books…