Glasgow Self Catering Accommodation Spacious 2 bedroom apartment sleeping 4 in an ornate Victorian red sandstone building in the heart of the City Centre. The apartment is named after William Leiper, the architect of this handsome building which dates back to 1870. Sculptures on the façade include the emblems of the Sun, Life and Fire Insurance company of Canada for whom the building was built. In later years the building was occupied by Abbey National building society, but it has since been sympathetically renovated to provide top quality apartments retaining many of the original architectural details on the upper floors.

ACCOMMODATION The apartment sleeps 4 and is on the third floor, with secure entry and a lift. High ceilings and many large windows make this spacious apartment bright and airy. With balconies opening from the lounge and bedroom and looking down on both West George Street and Renfield Street it is a great place to watch the Glasgow world go by! Opening off a large central hallway are a lounge, separate kitchen, 2 double bedrooms and a bathroom. [ click on interior photos to enlarge ]

The carpeted lounge has a pair of striking arched French windows with original wood panelling, which open onto a stone balcony. There are two comfortable sofas, a flat screen TV and DVD/CD player with a selection of DVDs and CDs. Wireless broadband is available free of charge for the use of guests with laptops.

LOCATION

Leiper Apartment is ideally situated for exploring the city centre with many shops, restaurants, bars, theatres and other attractions within walking distance. It is less than five minutes walk from both Sauchiehall Street and Buchanan Street, Glasgow's two main shopping streets, and there is a wide choice of restaurants and bars just a few metres from the door. The massive 18 Screen Cineworld - in the Guinness Book of Records as the world's tallest cinema - is just a couple of minutes walk away, while theatres and other tourist attractions are within easy walking distance. The nearest restaurant is Sarti's Italian Restaurant which occupies the ground level of the building. Well worth a visit, both for the excellent food and the sumptuous Art Nouveau interior complete with an abundance of marble, carved wood panelling and crystal chandeliers. Location Map

Sarti's Italian Restaurant

Central Station, Queen Street Station and Buchanan Street subway and bus stations are all no more than five minutes from the flat. There are public car parks nearby and metered parking is available outside the apartment, although it can be difficult to find a space at busy times of day. Meters are free between 6pm and 8am and all day on Sunday. Glasgow's Central Station is just five minutes walk away, and there are plenty of buses and taxis to take you to all parts of the city and further afield. The subway system rings central Glasgow, allowing quick and easy access round the city. A trip to Hillhead Station is highly recommended - from here you can experience the cosmopolitan, Bohemian West End - Byres Road, Ashton Lane and the Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery are highly recommended. Much of the West End is a conservation area, so the architecture is worth a look too - lots of grand old sandstone houses and tenements, plus the Gothic-inspired Glasgow University.

Useful Local Facilities There is a Post Office in Hope Street. Nearest Internet café is the Easy Café/Caffé Nero, St Vincent Street. There is a Royal Bank of Scotland in Gordon Street. The nearest supermarket is Somerfield on Gordon Street. There is a large Boots pharmacy in Buchanan Galleries. Nearest bar, Revolution Vodka bar on Renfield Street. Serves good coffee and well-priced snacks and meals. Nearest traditional pub, The Maltman on Renfield Street. Tourist Information Office is on George Square. To help plan your visit, we have compiled the following: Our Personal Guide to Glasgow - Transport Information Page What to do in and around Glasgow

BOOKINGS Your stay can begin on any day of the week, subject to availability. Guests may arrive from 4pm on day of arrival, and are requested to vacate by 11am on the day of departure. A deposit of £50 is payable on booking, with the balance payable 14 days before entry. Please read our Terms and Conditions before booking SECURE ONLINE BOOKING FORM

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