Detached timber frame / timber clad chalet, part of a group of five similar properties, in rural location approximately 19 miles from Lerwick, with fine open views to the west.

The property is within reasonable walking distance of the local shop, doctor’s surgery & vet in Bixter, and only a couple of miles from the Junior High School and Westside leisure centre / swimming pool in nearby Aith.

The single storey accommodation includes a sittingroom, kitchen, enlarged bathroom with new suite and electric shower a couple of years ago, and bedroom. Electric panel heating. Externally there is a small fenced garden area.

Internally the property is in good decorative order however external repair & refurbishment is required which is reflected in the price.

Accommodation

HALL

(Approx. 2.9m x 0.9m) (9’6” x 3’) Double glazed front door to hallway with doors to all rooms.

BATHROOM

(Approx. 3.25m x 1.7m) (10’8” x 5’6”) Large bathroom which was refurbished about 18 months ago, now comprising white three piece suite with ‘Triton’ electric over-bath shower, open shelved screen between the W.C. & wash hand basin, tiling to the walls round the bath & heated towel rail.

SITTINGROOM

(Approx. 3.65m x 3.25m) (12’ x 10’8”) West facing room with views over surrounding countryside. Satellite T.V. point, telephone point & panel heater.

KITCHEN

(Approx. 3.25m x 1.9) (10’8” x 6’2”) Fitted cupboards & inset sink, separate built-in cupboard housing the hot water tank with worktop over, plumbing for a washing machine (appliances not included) & wood laminate flooring.

BEDROOM

(Approx. 2.9m x 2.25m) (9’5” x 7’5”) Wardrobe recess with shelf & hanging rail, & panel heater.

EXTERNAL

Fenced grassed garden area surrounding the property.

The property is being sold in its current condition.

LOCATION

Drive through Bixter and turn right up the hill to Aith. At the top of the hill turn left to Clousta & Twatt; No.3 is the second of the row of five chalets on the left hand side of the road.

local amenities

The property is situated just over half a mile from the centre of Bixter where there is a local shop & post office, health centre, garage & vet. Nearby Aith, just a couple of miles to the north, has further amenities including a community shop & post office, Junior High School, the Westside leisure centre / swimming pool, and marina.

Council Tax

Understood to currently be Band A.  Prospective purchasers should however contact Shetland Islands Council directly for confirmation.

Important Information for Prospective Purchasersss

This schedule is intended only to help you decide whether to view the property. We always recommend you view the property personally.

The information is believed to be correct, but it is not warranted and is not to form part of any contract of sale. All dates, distances, areas and room sizes noted are approximate and for use as a general guide only.  Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the working condition or otherwise of any equipment such as central heating or kitchen appliances.

This schedule should not be taken as a comment on the condition of the property.  This is a matter for your surveyor and we recommend that once you have found a property you are interested in, you obtain a survey report.  We can provide details of surveyors if required.

Interested parties are advised to note their interest through their solicitor as soon as possible so that they can be informed if a closing date is fixed.  Noting interest does not place any obligation on the seller to set a closing date or to give any noted interests the opportunity to offer.  Whilst every effort will be made to advise noted interests of any closing date set, this cannot be guaranteed. 

No responsibility will be accepted for expenses incurred by parties who have noted interest but do not get an opportunity to offer, or for any expenses incurred travelling to properties which have been sold or withdrawn.