About Straven Guest House: 3 Star STB, 3 Star AA, Edinburgh and Lothians Tourist Board Member The Green Tourism Business SchemeStra'ven House Our home is a Victorian house (built 1867) in a mature residential area in a lovely quiet street leading down to the sandy beach and promenade. The location is so peaceful it is difficult to believe that you are only a fifteen minute busride from the City centre. You can spend the day exploring all the rich heritage of Edinburgh and relax in the evening with a quiet stroll along the beachfront promenade.