Named Mrs Darling’s Point in the 1830s, the harbourside suburb has transformed over the past two centuries from a wild wooded peninsula to an exclusive postcode that is home to some of Australia’s most extraordinary homes.
Today’s Darling Point is set to welcome a new luxury address – named in honour of former governor of NSW Ralph Darling – with the introduction of Sir Darling, a prestige collection of three residences at 7 Annandale St.
The latest eastern suburbs project by Fortis, Sir Darling was crafted by MHN Design Union with interiors by Phoebe Nicol and landscaping by Wyer & Co.
Construction is under way, with completion anticipated in mid-2026. The trio of homes is now being sold off the plan, priced from $15m.
Making the most of its coveted location, the project has a grand harbour frontage so residents can enjoy direct access to the water, as well as sweeping harbour views.
Niki Filipovic, Fortis sales manager, says the building represents a unique opportunity.
“An 18m harbour frontage in Darling Point is almost unheard of,” she says.
“The beauty of this site – the views, the privacy, the sense of calm – is something truly special.
“Since its launch, inquiry for Sir Darling has been exceptionally strong, particularly from local buyers who have been waiting for something exactly like this. They want brand new, they want scale, and they’re drawn to a boutique project of this calibre because opportunities like it are extremely rare.”
Filipovic adds that the house-like apartments are well suited to buyers seeking an expansive footprint.
“It’s the quintessential Sydney downsizer, someone who refuses to compromise on space and expects iconic harbour views as part of their lifestyle,” she says.
The apartments range in size from 371sq m to 462sq m on title with private lift lobbies to each home, landscaped balconies or groundfloor gardens and secure basement parking for two cars.
Each full-floor apartment, plus the two-storey penthouse, has walls of floor-toceiling glazing that frame the outlook across Rushcutters Bay towards the city, Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
The sophisticated interiors include bespoke finishes, natural materials and La Cornue kitchen appliances.
Sir Darling has also benefited from Sydney’s changing property landscape, according to Ed Eve, NSW general manager at Fortis.
“The new LMR controls have enabled us to enhance the scale and generosity of what was already an exceptional, design-led project,” he says. “Securing approval for Sir Darling so soon after the success of Verano in Rose Bay reflects the momentum of our eastern suburbs portfolio.”
Sir Darling is close to Rushcutters Bay Park, Yarranabbe Park, Double Bay’s shops and eateries, as well as marina facilities and exclusive schools.
“The beauty of this site – the views, the privacy, the sense of calm – is something truly special” Niki Filipovic, Fortis sales manager.
