Offers Over £895,000
Upper Floor Apartment
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
2 Reception Rooms
2,400 sq.ft
Communal Garden
On Street/Permit
Property Description
Occupying an enviable position on one of Edinburgh’s most prestigious Georgian streets, this exceptional second-floor apartment extends to approximately 2,400 square feet and offers an outstanding blend of elegant period character and modern comfort. Presented in excellent condition throughout, the property occupies a prime position within the heart of the New Town and benefits from access to the highly sought-after private Moray Feu Gardens, providing a rare and tranquil green retreat in the city centre.
The apartment is rich in original features and charm, with magnificent proportions and a wealth of beautifully preserved period details. High ceilings, intricate cornicing, working shutters, original fireplaces and impressive sash and case windows combine to create a home of considerable distinction. Natural light floods the accommodation, enhancing the sense of grandeur and space that is synonymous with Edinburgh’s finest Georgian properties.
A welcoming central hall provides access to the principal accommodation, including a spectacular drawing room and an equally impressive sitting room. Both reception spaces are exceptionally generous in scale, offering elegant surroundings for entertaining and everyday living while showcasing the apartment’s beautiful architectural heritage.
The spacious kitchen and breakfast room is well-appointed and perfectly suited to modern family life, offering ample space for dining and socialising. A separate utility room provides further practicality and valuable additional storage.
The principal bedroom is a wonderfully proportioned retreat, benefiting from extensive fitted storage and a stylish en suite shower room. A further large double bedroom provides excellent guest or family accommodation, while the third bedroom offers flexibility as an additional bedroom, nursery or home office. A contemporary family bathroom serves the secondary bedrooms, and excellent storage is provided throughout the property.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial and immaculately presented Georgian apartment in one of Edinburgh’s most desirable residential addresses. Combining elegant period features, exceptional proportions, access to the exclusive Moray Feu Gardens and a prime New Town location, 2F, 8 Great Stuart Street represents a truly outstanding city residence.
Accommodation Comprises
The accommodation is arranged around a welcoming central hall and extends to approximately 2,400 sq ft. The property boasts two magnificent reception rooms, including an elegant drawing room and an impressive sitting room, both of which benefit from generous proportions and large windows that maximise natural light. The spacious kitchen/breakfast room is complemented by a separate utility room.
The principal bedroom is particularly well proportioned and benefits from extensive storage together with an en suite shower room. There are two further double bedrooms, one of which could equally serve as a study or home office, and a well-appointed family bathroom. Ample storage is provided throughout.
Outside Space
The property benefits from two under pavement cellars, on-street permit parking, and access to the highly coveted Moray Feu Gardens upon payment of a modest annual fee.
Location
Edinburgh’s New Town is one of the city’s most prestigious and sought-after residential districts, renowned for its elegant Georgian architecture, wide tree-lined streets and exceptional central location. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the area effortlessly combines historic charm with a vibrant contemporary lifestyle, offering an outstanding selection of boutique shops, acclaimed restaurants, cafés and bars.
Residents enjoy easy access to the luxury retail destinations of George Street and Multrees Walk, together with the cultural attractions and year-round events of the city centre. Beautiful green spaces are also close at hand, including the Royal Botanic Garden, Inverleith Park and the picturesque Water of Leith Walkway. This property also benefits from access to the Moray Feu Gardens, a collection of beautifully maintained private gardens offering a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city.
The area is exceptionally well connected, with Waverley Station, Edinburgh Bus Station and the city’s tram network all nearby, providing convenient links across Edinburgh, to Edinburgh Airport and beyond. Combining architectural grandeur, outstanding amenities and excellent transport connections, Edinburgh’s New Town remains one of the capital’s most desirable places to call home.
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Additional Information
EPC: C
Council Tax Band: G
Tenure: Freehold
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