The Drum, Category A listed country house in Gilmerton, Scotland
The Drum exhibits a three-bay pedimented center block with two stories over a basement, constructed from cream polished ashlar with rusticated basement details.
William Adam designed this Palladian house between 1726 and 1734 for Lord Somerville, incorporating elements of an earlier structure built by John Mylne in 1584.
The interior vestibule and stair hall feature ornate Baroque plasterwork created by Samuel Calderwood in 1736, leading to state apartments with detailed decorations.
Located four miles from Edinburgh city center, The Drum offers access to the A720 City Bypass and stands near Aldi and Morrisons supermarkets.
The dining room displays stucco paneling with family portraits, a grey marble chimneypiece, and first-floor rooms decorated in Rococo style with ceiling paintings.
Location: City of Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh
GPS coordinates: 55.90850,-3.12016
Latest update: March 9, 2025 16:20
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