Published in Scotland Magazine Issue 3 on 5/7/2002.

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Scottish property market highlights for buying and renting

To rent
Immerse yourself in historic Edinburgh

How, asks Aileen Little, would you like to holiday in a property which dates from a 17th century Royal Charter? Situated in the heart of medieval Edinburgh, 1 Parliament Square, a luxurious apartment within the cobbled precincts of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh was recently bought and refurbished by developer Mark McLeod, who launched Clouds Accommodation agency in January. The apartment sleeps up to four people, houses a luxurious sitting room (pictured) and designer kitchen, and was rented by entertainer Robbie Williams in March. Mark McLeod comments: “Parliament Square offers a five-star experience in a home-from-home setting.” The apartment costs £600 ($870) per week all inclusive. Expect 100% Egyptian cotton linen, fresh flowers and stocked fridge. Furnishings are chiefly Georgian antiques, but cutting-edge technology includes a DVD player and Bose hi-fi. Clouds Accommodation

To rent
Inverinain Lodge is an attractive stone Highland house set on the south side of Glen Lyon. Fully renovated, the peaceful surroundings include a mountain stream, beautiful views and mature larches. The lounge has an open fireplace, and there are three bedrooms upstairs, with the possibility of an additional one downstairs. There is also a games room with table tennis and dartboard, and a garage. The closest towns are Aberfeldy, 14 miles away, and Pitlochry 22 miles away. There are golf courses at Aberfeldy, Kenmore, Pitlochry, Strathay an.....

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By Brigid James

Section : Scottish Property

Page number : 23