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£3,745 pcm£864 pw

Donaldson Drive, Edinburgh, EH12 5FA

3bedrooms
3bathrooms
Flattype
Furnishedfurnishing

Listed 9 days ago · Edinburgh

How the price compares

This home£3,745 pcm
Median 3 bed in Edinburgh£2,175 pcm23 homes listed
Difference+72%above the area median

Key features

  • Superb Concierge Service
  • 2 Allocated Parking Spaces
  • Club Room
  • Chapel Entertaining Suite

About this home

Fantastic oppertunity to secure one of Edinburgh's most sought after, luxury apartments. This 3-bedroomed property is spread over 3 floors. Available now furnished.

Welcome to contemporary luxury living at The Playfair, an iconic triplex nestled within the prestigious Playfair at Donaldson's. This three-bedroom gem, available fully furnished, boasts a flawless presentation and comes with the added perk of two exclusive parking spaces.

The Playfair at Donaldson's stands as a beacon of modern elegance on the western edge of the Edinburgh World Heritage Site. This Category A listed building seamlessly blends majestic character with contemporary comforts, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Edinburgh, the Pentland Hills, lush lawns, and a charming internal courtyard.

Positioned strategically within the building, this property stands out as it shares adjacency with the common areas (Club Room & Chapel) and is one of just three flats in the Chapel. A concierge service is also at your disposal, adding a touch of convenience to your lifestyle.

The ground floor hosts two inviting double bedrooms, one featuring a sleek modern en-suite and the other boasting ample built-in storage. A modern family bathroom completes this level.

Ascend to the first floor, where an open-plan kitchen/living/dining area awaits – an ideal space for both entertaining and relaxation. The kitchen is equipped with top-of-the-line integrated Siemens appliances, and a separate utility room adds to the practicality of this floor.

The top floor is dedicated to a beautiful principal bedroom, complete with its own modern en-suite.

Enjoy an abundance of natural light streaming through double-glazed windows, and relish the convenience of two private underground parking spaces and efficient gas central heating.

The Playfair at Donaldson's stands within its own private entrance road, surrounded by 18 acres of lush greenery. Beyond the opulence within, this location provides easy access to The West End, Haymarket Station (offering direct services to Edinburgh city centre, Glasgow, and London), as well as the city's vibrant array of shops, cafes, bars, and restaurants. Plus, Edinburgh Airport is a mere seven miles away. Experience contemporary living at its finest in this unparalleled residence.

Deposit : £5530

EPC Rating: C

Council Tax Band: G

Landlord Registration: 1647892/230/31082

Additional costs: council tax and water charge / utilities / broadband (if applicable)

Heating Type: Gas Central Heating

Property Floor: Lower Ground and above

Utilities : Credit Meter.

Broadband Type: Ultrafast Available

Parking Type: 2 x Allocated Parking Spaces

Scottish Letting Agent Registration Number: LARN181202

Property details

Property type
Flat
Council tax band
G
Furnishing
Furnished
Available from
Now
Deposit
£5,530
Tenancy
Long term
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Floorplan

Floorplan

Location

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  • Haymarket Station0.3 mi
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station1.4 mi
  • Slateford Station1.6 mi

Renting costs

Typical income needed£112,350a year, at 30 times the monthly rent
Holding deposit cap£864one week's rent
Tenancy deposit cap£4,321five weeks' rent

Caps follow the Tenant Fees Act 2019 (England). Referencing rules vary by agent; Scotland and Wales have their own rules.

Listed by DJ Alexander, Edinburgh on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 30 Oct 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 30/10/2026.

Agent disclaimer

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