Shoreside owner occupied registered croft estimated to extend to around 3.27 hectares (8 acres) or thereby (as shown on the attached plan (click on 'plan' for link)), in attractive shoreside situation to the north of the island of Yell, with open views across Basta Voe.

The land slopes gently down to the shoreline itself and faces south-west. There is a derelict original stone cottage on the croft not far from the shore, and the land is in Zone 2 for planning purposes. Therefore although no planning permission has been sought, a pre-planning enquiry has indicated the potential for a house site or even development of the existing house, subject to the usual consents.

The croft is situated approximately 8 miles from Mid Yell, the main population centre on the island, where there is a wide range of amenities including a shop & post office, school, leisure centre / swimming pool & health centre.

Yell is connected to mainland Shetland by an excellent subsidised ferry service (crossing time 20 minutes) which runs throughout the day, therefore although the croft offers an opportunity for ‘get-away-from-it-all’ island living, the rest of Shetland is easily accessible.

Accommodation

The croft has open views across Basta Voe and the land goes down to the shoreline itself. There is a large sandy peninsula by the croft which could be used as a boat mooring. Fetlar can be seen from the croft as well as other small islets. There is an established right of access..

As noted it is understood that the croft lies within Zone 2 for planning purposes where applications for individual houses will be favourably considered subject to satisfying the general requirements. Any development would however be subject to the usual planning and building control consents being granted. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves in this regard by contacting the local planning and / or building standards departments of the council for further advice and information. Electricity and water connections are understood to be easily accessible being only about 50 yards away (as shown on attached plan) although a purchaser would be responsible for obtaining any necessary servitude rights. No warranty will be give as to the suitability of the land for development.

The croft is registered and therefore subject to regulation by the Crofters Commission. Prospective purchasers requiring further information or advice in this regard should discuss this with their own agents or contact the Crofters Commission at 4/6 Castle Wynd, Inverness IV2 3EQ. Information is also available via their website www.crofterscommission.co.uk

Location

To find the croft, drive north through Yell, passing the turning to Mid Yell. Continue to Sellafirth and turn right to Cunnister. The land is situated on the right hand side of the road just past the motel.

local amenities

Yell is connected to mainland Shetland by an excellent subsidised regular ro-ro ferry service from runs from Ulsta at the south end of Yell (approximately 18 miles from the croft) to Toft on the mainland. The ferry runs throughout the day, 7 days a week, and takes approximately 20 minutes.

Brae and Sullom Voe are both a short drive from Toft. Lerwick (Shetland’s capital) is about a 35 minute drive.

Ferries to the neighbouring island of Unst leave from Gutcher a short distance to the north of the croft.

In addition to the existing daily air links from Shetland to mainland Scotland, and the ferry link to Aberdeen, Shetland is now linked by a direct flight (summer service) to London Stansted, flight time 1½ hours.

Important Information for Prospective Purchasers

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.