The Pepper Mill
Dunedin Street, Edinburgh, EH7 4JG
Open Monday-Friday: 9am-6:30pm, Saturday & Sunday: Closed.
We’re proud to share that The Pepper Mill has been nominated for an award for the best ‘new comer' student accommodation in Scotland for 2026!
We are open and would love to see you at The Pepper Mill. Book a viewing and come to see what we have to offer. If you have any questions, contact Katie or Fiona on 03330 609 845 or thepeppermill@prestigestudentliving.com.
The Pepper Mill is a brand-new student accommodation in Edinburgh which opened in September 2025. It has everything you’ll ever need, all under one roof. Located in the great Canonmills area of Edinburgh Town Centre, an area full of local bars, cafés, restaurant, small shops, food stores and the like offering everything a students need. The accommodation offers an ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and community offering you a ‘home away from home’ experience.
Take a closer look....and you will soon see the great attention to detail throughout the accommodation! All studios are carefully designed with their own kitchenette with appliances, ensuite shower and carefully selected furniture.
We have truly remarkable and very spacious social spaces for you to enjoy at The Pepper Mill, and you’ll be making new friends in no time. Relax in The Pepper Mill’s cosy resident’s lounge with a multitude of comfy seating areas, waiting for you to kick back and wind down after a long day of lectures! With the co-working study and library, you can focus on your course work or revise for your exams in a dedicated study environment with fellow students or on your own. Afterwards, reward yourself with a game of pool or Mahjong in the games room.
Supercharged WiredScoreTM certified WiFi provides connectivity wherever you are in the building. With up to 250 Mbps Wi-Fi included in your stay so your virtual presence is fully supported throughout the building.
Fancy a chilled evening watching a movie, our cinema room provides a massive 98” screen and a comfy space to relax with friends. If you fancy cooking with others, make your way to the fully equipped Mrs Clerk’s kitchen, where you can cook with your friends (but you will need to bring the ingredients), enjoy the odd cooking class or take your breakfast with your friends! Or simply grab a pastry and a hot chocolate on your way out in the morning!
A fully equipped gym and fitness room is provided on the ground floor with all the right stuff. There's also a laundry room and bicycle storage provided and some super, landscaped gardens. To ensure your total safety, there’s CCTV across the building and a smart door entry system for maximum security with entry only by residents living with us.
Katie and her team ensures there are plenty of social events throughout the year ranging from puppy yoga, ping pong competitions, pizza nights, quiz nights, and the like!
In this secure, gated community, you will simply be able to enjoy all the comforts that top tier student living can offer! Relax in your own comfort in your private studio or take full advantage of the uniquely designed shared spaces, guaranteed to make you feel right at home.
Another plus, grab one of our free bikes and discover the best of Edinburgh on two wheels! Whether you're heading to lectures, popping into town, or just cruising around to clear your head, it’s the perfect way to get around. The Royal Botanic Gardens are next door, which is a great place to explore – helmets, locks and bikes provided totally free and totally fun.
Katie is our accommodation manager supported by Fiona, Cal (onsite maintenance) and Kirsten (who ensures the building is spot less). The on-site team are happy to answer any questions you may have, big or small. Or use the KLIQ app created especially for residents at The Pepper Mill to make the most of your stay! Book sole use of the study room, or book Mrs Clerk’s kitchen if you want to entertain your friends with a homecooked meal! Ordered a parcel, the App will alert you when it has arrived!
To the students already staying with us this year, we love having you around and thank you for making The Pepper Mill such a great place to live. To those of you not with us yet, we can't wait to see you in September 2026.
We are open and would love to see you at The Pepper Mill. Book a viewing and come to see what we have to offer. If you have any questions, contact Katie or Fiona on 03330 609 845 or thepeppermill@prestigestudentliving.com.
The Pepper Mill is a brand-new student accommodation in Edinburgh which opened in September 2025. It has everything you’ll ever need, all under one roof. Located in the great Canonmills area of Edinburgh Town Centre, an area full of local bars, cafés, restaurant, small shops, food stores and the like offering everything a students need. The accommodation offers an ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and community offering you a ‘home away from home’ experience.
Take a closer look....and you will soon see the great attention to detail throughout the accommodation! All studios are carefully designed with their own kitchenette with appliances, ensuite shower and carefully selected furniture.
We have truly remarkable and very spacious social spaces for you to enjoy at The Pepper Mill, and you’ll be making new friends in no time. Relax in The Pepper Mill’s cosy resident’s lounge with a multitude of comfy seating areas, waiting for you to kick back and wind down after a long day of lectures! With the co-working study and library, you can focus on your course work or revise for your exams in a dedicated study environment with fellow students or on your own. Afterwards, reward yourself with a game of pool or Mahjong in the games room.
Supercharged WiredScoreTM certified WiFi provides connectivity wherever you are in the building. With up to 250 Mbps Wi-Fi included in your stay so your virtual presence is fully supported throughout the building.
Fancy a chilled evening watching a movie, our cinema room provides a massive 98” screen and a comfy space to relax with friends. If you fancy cooking with others, make your way to the fully equipped Mrs Clerk’s kitchen, where you can cook with your friends (but you will need to bring the ingredients), enjoy the odd cooking class or take your breakfast with your friends! Or simply grab a pastry and a hot chocolate on your way out in the morning!
A fully equipped gym and fitness room is provided on the ground floor with all the right stuff. There's also a laundry room and bicycle storage provided and some super, landscaped gardens. To ensure your total safety, there’s CCTV across the building and a smart door entry system for maximum security with entry only by residents living with us.
Katie and her team ensures there are plenty of social events throughout the year ranging from puppy yoga, ping pong competitions, pizza nights, quiz nights, and the like!
In this secure, gated community, you will simply be able to enjoy all the comforts that top tier student living can offer! Relax in your own comfort in your private studio or take full advantage of the uniquely designed shared spaces, guaranteed to make you feel right at home.
Another plus, grab one of our free bikes and discover the best of Edinburgh on two wheels! Whether you're heading to lectures, popping into town, or just cruising around to clear your head, it’s the perfect way to get around. The Royal Botanic Gardens are next door, which is a great place to explore – helmets, locks and bikes provided totally free and totally fun.
Katie is our accommodation manager supported by Fiona, Cal (onsite maintenance) and Kirsten (who ensures the building is spot less). The on-site team are happy to answer any questions you may have, big or small. Or use the KLIQ app created especially for residents at The Pepper Mill to make the most of your stay! Book sole use of the study room, or book Mrs Clerk’s kitchen if you want to entertain your friends with a homecooked meal! Ordered a parcel, the App will alert you when it has arrived!
To the students already staying with us this year, we love having you around and thank you for making The Pepper Mill such a great place to live. To those of you not with us yet, we can't wait to see you in September 2026.
Property Amenities
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BREEAM Excellent
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WiredScore Platinum
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1Gbps* Wired Internet
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All Utility Bills Included
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Gym
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FREE Bike to Use***
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Communal Kitchen
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Games Hub
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Table Tennis / Ping Pong
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Communal Lounge
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Study Space
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Library
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Cinema Lounge
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Laundry Room
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Post Collection
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Recycling
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Disabled Access
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Garden
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Bike Storage
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The Pepper Mill proudly holds a BREEAM Excellent rating, a mark of its exceptional environmental performance and sustainability, have achieved a WiredScore Platinum Certification, and has an Energy Performance Rating ‘A’ – the highest score possible.
The building is also EWS1 certified providing peace of mind that the building meets most recent safety standards to mitigate any external wall fire risks.
The images are actual photographs of the new accommodation taken in November 2025 and shows all the spaces provided in the accommodation.
Number of Beds: 155
Landlord Registration Number: 525284/230/18062
Scottish Letting Agent Registration Number: LARN2005009
*1Gbps internet is only available with wired connection. Internet speed can be impacted by the time of day or number of users using the service at any one time.
***FREE bike available for fair use.
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