5 Cowan Street, North West, Glasgow, G12 8PF, United Kingdom
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Charming 2 Bed Apartment in the heart of the West End Overview

You know what really struck me about the Charming 2 Bed Apartment in the heart of the West End? It’s one of those places where the name actually delivers on its promise – and honestly, that’s rarer than you’d think with vacation rentals. I mean, we’ve all been burned by “charming” places that turn out to be basically a closet with a hot plate, right? But this spot genuinely gets it right.

The location is absolutely killer – you’re literally in the thick of everything without feeling like you’re camping out in Times Square (if you know what I mean). I spent most mornings just wandering around the neighborhood with my coffee, and there’s this energy that’s buzzing but not overwhelming. The apartment itself has this lived-in quality that I really appreciated – not sterile like a hotel, but not messy either. The beds are actually comfortable (I’m picky about this stuff), and there’s enough space that you don’t feel like you’re tripping over each other if you’re traveling with friends or family. The kitchen is small but functional – I made breakfast a few times and didn’t feel like I was performing surgery in a matchbox.

What really won me over, though, was how well the owners seem to understand what travelers actually need. There’s decent WiFi (tested it extensively for work calls), the shower has proper water pressure, and – this might sound silly but it matters – there are enough outlets near the beds for everyone’s phones and tablets. The windows open wide enough to get a good cross-breeze going, which honestly saved us during a particularly warm stretch. I also loved that they left some local recommendations that weren’t just the obvious tourist traps – ended up at this fantastic little pub that I never would have found otherwise. The check-in process was refreshingly straightforward, none of that awkward key-exchange dance you sometimes get with apartment rentals. Sure, you can hear a bit of street noise if you’re a super light sleeper, but it’s the kind of city sounds that actually made me feel more connected to the neighborhood. For a 3-star place, it punches well above its weight – that 9.0 rating makes total sense once you’ve stayed there. It’s the kind of place where you’ll find yourself already planning your next visit before you’ve even packed up to leave.

Charming 2 Bed Apartment in the heart of the West End Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Apartment4 × 1 double bed for 4 adults
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Reviews of Charming 2 Bed Apartment in the heart of the West End

  • David from United Kingdom (9/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • George Square: 3.1 km
  • Hutchesons’ Hall: 3.4 km
  • Kelvingrove Park: 650 m
  • Glasgow Science Centre: 2.7 km
  • Glasgow Botanic Gardens: 950 m
  • Hughenden Sports Ground: 2 km
  • Garscube Community Playrooms: 1.6 km
  • West of Scotland Cricket Club: 2 km
  • Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum: 1 km
  • Riverside Museum of Transport and Technology: 2.4 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Perch & Rest Coffee: 50 m
  • Restaurant Tiffney’s Steakhouse: 100 m
  • Restaurant Bank Street Bar Kitchen: 150 m

Top attractions:

  • Glasgow Green: 4.4 km
  • Pollock House: 7 km
  • Provand’s Lordship: 3.8 km
  • Pollok Country Park: 7 km
  • Mugdock Country Park: 12 km
  • House for an Art Lover: 5 km
  • National Museum of Rural Life: 14 km
  • Scotland Street School Museum: 3.9 km
  • People’s Palace and Winter Gardens: 4.9 km
  • St. Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art: 3.8 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Firhill Basin: 1.7 km

Ski lifts:

  • Newmilns Dry Ski Slope: 40 km
  • Polmonthill Ski Centre: 50 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Hillhead: 900 m
  • Metro Kelvinbridge: 400 m
  • Train Charing Cross: 1.6 km
  • Train Exhibition Centre: 1.9 km

Closest airports:

  • Glasgow Airport: 14 km
  • Edinburgh Airport: 61 km
  • Glasgow Prestwick Airport: 51 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area:

  • Sofa
  • Desk

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Washing machine
  • Shower
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House Rules at Charming 2 Bed Apartment in the heart of the West End

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00 to 23:30
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 10:30 to 11:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

10

Comfort:

7.5

Location:

10

Free WiFi:

10

Facilities:

10

Cleanliness:

10

Value for money:

10