8 DARNAWAY STREET
Edinburgh EH3 6BG
6,318
Beds
Receptions
Baths
Sq Ft
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a magnificent A-listed Georgian townhouse in one of Edinburgh’s most distinguished and tightly held addresses. Positioned within the prestigious Moray Estate, 8 Darnaway Street represents the very best of prime central Georgian Edinburgh, combining architectural grandeur, scale and flexibility.
Extending to approximately 587 sq m (6,318 sq ft), the property is currently configured as high-quality office accommodation and serves as the offices of Reiach and Hall Architects. Its elegant proportions, significant scale and outstanding location offer immediate usability alongside outstanding long-term transformational potential, subject to the necessary consents.
Key Highlights
Rare opportunity to acquire a substantial period building in a prime New Town location
Currently operating under established office use
Suitable for continued owner-occupier or investment use
Flexible internal accommodation across multiple levels
Elegant proportions, generous ceiling heights and excellent natural light
Period architectural features and strong townhouse character
Potential for alternative uses including residential conversion, subject to consents
May suit a substantial private residence, flatted development or mixed-use scheme, subject to planning
Potential opportunity for serviced accommodation or hospitality-led use, subject to planning and licensing requirements
Located within an area characterised by strong residential, commercial and tourism demand
Excellent long-term asset management and repositioning potential in one of Edinburgh’s most sought-after city locations
Rateable Value £47,000
6,318
Beds
Receptions
Baths
Sq Ft
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a magnificent A-listed Georgian townhouse in one of Edinburgh’s most distinguished and tightly held addresses. Positioned within the prestigious Moray Estate, 8 Darnaway Street represents the very best of prime central Georgian Edinburgh, combining architectural grandeur, scale and flexibility.
Extending to approximately 587 sq m (6,318 sq ft), the property is currently configured as high-quality office accommodation and serves as the offices of Reiach and Hall Architects. Its elegant proportions, significant scale and outstanding location offer immediate usability alongside outstanding long-term transformational potential, subject to the necessary consents.
Key Highlights
Rare opportunity to acquire a substantial period building in a prime New Town location
Currently operating under established office use
Suitable for continued owner-occupier or investment use
Flexible internal accommodation across multiple levels
Elegant proportions, generous ceiling heights and excellent natural light
Period architectural features and strong townhouse character
Potential for alternative uses including residential conversion, subject to consents
May suit a substantial private residence, flatted development or mixed-use scheme, subject to planning
Potential opportunity for serviced accommodation or hospitality-led use, subject to planning and licensing requirements
Located within an area characterised by strong residential, commercial and tourism demand
Excellent long-term asset management and repositioning potential in one of Edinburgh’s most sought-after city locations
Rateable Value £47,000
6,318
Beds
Receptions
Baths
Sq Ft
6,318
Beds
Receptions
Baths
Sq Ft
Floor Plan
The property is arranged over five principal storeys and extends to approximately:
587 sq m (6,318 sq ft)
Lower Ground Floor
Ground Floor
First Floor
Second Floor
Third Floor
The building provides a series of well-proportioned principal rooms, complemented by ancillary accommodation and service areas. Its existing layout offers flexibility for continued office use or comprehensive reconfiguration.
Internally, the townhouse retains a wealth of period features, including:
Ornate cornicing and decorative plasterwork
Traditional sash and case windows
Working shutters
Impressive stair and circulation spaces
Cupula above the main stair
High ceilings
External & Gardens
To the rear, the property benefits from a private garden, providing valuable outdoor amenity space. In addition, ownership includes access to the highly exclusive Moray Feu Gardens, offering beautifully maintained communal grounds rarely available within central Edinburgh.
Parking
A single garage with a dedicated parking space in front, located on Gloucester Lane less than a minute's walk from the property, is available by separate negotiation.
Opportunity & Future Potential
8 Darnaway Street presents a highly flexible and compelling opportunity for a range of purchasers:
Continued use as prestigious office headquarters
Conversion to an exceptional private residence
Development of a flatted residential scheme
Potential mixed-use or boutique hospitality offering (subject to planning and licensing)
Opportunity for serviced accommodation use, subject to the necessary consents
The property offers excellent long-term asset management potential in a location defined by strong demand, limited supply and enduring global appeal.
Summary of Accommodation
Positioned within the prestigious Moray Estate, 8 Darnaway Street represents the very best of prime central Georgian Edinburgh, combining architectural grandeur, scale and flexibility
Fixtures and Fittings
Only appliances specifically mentioned in the sales particulars are included in the sale price. In all other aspects the treatment of fixtures and fittings within the relevant Conveyancing Standard Clauses apply.
Services
Gas heating, mains water, electricity, broadband, telephone (subject to telephone providers’ regulations).
Viewing is strictly by appointment through the relevant office listing the property;
Wemyss Place - 11 Wemyss Place, Edinburgh, EH3 6DH. Tel: 0131 220 4160
Edinburgh South - 47-49 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4AZ. Tel: 0131 287 7200
Viewings
Offers
With the exception of offers to developers or third parties, all other offers should be submitted in Scottish Legal Form to the selling agents Rettie & Co. & Rettie LLP’s. A closing date by which offers must be submitted may be fixed later. Please note that interested parties are advised to register their interest with the selling agents in order that they may be advised should a closing date be set. The seller reserves the right to accept any offer at any time.
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May 2026- First Issue
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