5 St Peter's Buildings, Gilmore Place, Edinburgh, EH3 9PG

Summary

The subjects comprise the ground and basement floors of a midterraced, five-storey and basement tenement building of traditional stone construction. The property benefits from a combination of roof structures, incorporating a flat roof, assumed to be finished in a felt-type covering, and a pitched slate roof. The premises benefit from prominent display windows fronting St Peter‚s Buildings, with roller shutters providing additional security. Internally, the accommodation is arranged with a retail sales area to the front, leading to a back-of-house area accessed via a short flight of steps. The basement level, which benefits from natural light, provides additional accommodation and includes W/C facilities.

Key Points

Location

The subjects are situated within St Peter‚s Buildings, Gilmore place, within the Viewforth area of Edinburgh, close to Polwarth and approximately one mile southwest of the city centre. The surrounding area is a well established and desirable district, popular with both residents and businesses due to its proximity to Bruntsfield, Fountainbridge, and Tollcross. Viewforth and Polwarth offer a mix of traditional tenement housing and small commercial premises, with a variety of local amenities including cafes, bars, and independent retailers nearby. The area benefits from strong public transport links, providing convenient access to the city centre and wider Edinburgh area, while Harrison Park and the Union Canal are both within easy walking distance.