The subjects comprise a purpose-built barge configured as a self contained office across upper and lower levels.
Location
The subjects are located on the Water of Leith at The Shore and benefit from Leith's vibrant community with a selection of bars, cafes and shops in the nearby vicinity.
This unique opportunity is extremely well-connected to the city's public transport network, with The Shore tram stop only a 5-minute walk away and the closest bus stop a 2-minute walk away.
Nearby occupiers include Brown's of Leith, The Leith Agency, threebrand and Shore Design Consultancy.
Accommodation
| Level | Sq Ft | Sq M |
| Upper Front | 155 sq ft | 14.4 sq m |
| Upper Rear | 161 sq ft | 14.9 sq m |
| Lower | 1,059 sq ft | 98.4 sq m |
| Total | 1,375 sq ft | 127.7 sq m |
Terms
Lease: Our client is looking to let the premises on a new internal repairing liability with the Landlord retaining structural and marine responsibility, for a term to be agreed.
Date of Entry: By arrangement.
Rating: The rateable value of the subjects with effect from 1 April 2026 is £7,400 (each new occupier has the right of appeal against this figure).
Based on the basic property rate of 48.1p, this rateable value will result in an estimated rates liability in financial year 2026/27 of £3,559.
The incoming tenant may also benefit from small business rates relief which could result in no rates being payable.
Legal Costs: Each party to be responsible for their own legal costs incurred during the transaction. The ingoing tenant will be responsible for Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT), registration dues and any VAT payable thereon.
Planning: We have been advised by the Local Planning Authority that the subjects currently benefit from Class 4 consent and can therefore be used as offices under this class consent. Interested parties are advised to speak directly to the Local Planning Authority.
Specification
The accommodation benefits from the following specification:
- Unique floating office opportunity
- Fully self-contained
- Open plan and cellular space
- Tea-prep facilities
- WC facilities
- Showers
- Storage
- Car parking available