The Pepper Mill, Edinburgh — student studios in Canonmills
The Pepper Mill, Edinburgh is a student accommodation at 24 Dunedin Street, in Canonmills, just north of the city centre. It opened in September 2025, with 155 self-contained studios across several tiers, including a studio with castle views. Every studio has a private kitchenette and en-suite bathroom. All studios are fully furnished. The rent includes utility bills, wired internet up to 1Gbps and free bike use for residents. The building holds BREEAM Excellent, WiredScore Platinum and EPC A ratings.
Living in Canonmills
The Pepper Mill sits on Dunedin Street, in Canonmills, next to the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. Edinburgh city centre is around twenty minutes on foot. None of Edinburgh’s universities are within walking distance. The University of Edinburgh is the closest, around forty-one minutes on foot or thirteen minutes by bike, with Heriot-Watt, Edinburgh Napier and Queen Margaret all reachable by public transport. For example, the independent cafés, restaurants and shops of Canonmills are close by. In addition, the Edinburgh tram stop is about ten minutes away, connecting to the airport in around thirty minutes. You can compare other options on our Edinburgh student accommodation page.
Is The Pepper Mill right for you?
The Pepper Mill suits students who are comfortable commuting by bike or public transport, in exchange for a quieter setting next to the Botanic Garden. Its extensive facilities — including a gym, a cinema room with a 98-inch screen, a games hub and a co-working library — also make it a well-equipped, sociable choice. The building’s environmental and connectivity certifications are a further practical advantage. Have you lived here? Share your experience to help other students choose.
