Dowle, Smith & Rutherford
Property Manager: Robert Bell B.Sc.
Partners: Paul Rutherford LL.B., N.P. & Christopher Dowle, LL.B., N.P.
Fax: (0)1595 695310
Norwind, Hillend, Mid Yell, ZE2 9BT
view from the rear of the property over Mid Yell and beyond
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hall
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kitchen
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kitchen
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main sittingroom area from the dining area
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sittingroom
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the dining area
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main bathroom
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bedroom 3 - twin
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bedroom 4
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one of the en-suite shower rooms
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view from the house
Very rare opportunity to acquire a spacious four bedroom / five bathroom NHBC Registered detached property at Mid Yell on the island of Yell, enjoying superb panoramic views over Mid Yell and the voe beyond.
Built circa 2005, the property is currently being run as a three star B & B and is the only Scottish Tourist Board rated B & B on the island. Having four en-suite double bedrooms, it represents an ideal opportunity for somebody wishing to take over an established business. Alternatively it would make an extremely comfortable family home particularly for someone with older children. The accommodation which is all on one level, also includes a 27’ x 16’ sittingroom / dining room, fitted kitchen with integral appliances, further bathroom, office & utility / laundry room. Oil-fired central heating.
The property is within walking distance of a range of amenities including the shop, junior high school, swimming pool & leisure centre. Yell is connected to mainland Shetland by a regular subsidised ferry service (crossing time 20 minutes) which runs throughout the day from Ulsta, about 11 miles from the house.
A Home Report is available for this property.
| Price: | OFFERS OVER £180,000 |
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| Entry: | By arrangement. |
| Viewing: | Viewing of this spacious move-into property is essential - please telephone 01957 702 312 or 07818 670 312, or contact our reception. |
| Rooms: | Entrance Vestibule, Hall, Sittingroom / Dining room, Kitchen, three Double Bedrooms all with En-suite Shower rooms, Twin Bedroom with En-suite Shower room, Bathroom, Office & Utility room, |
General Information
The property which has a gross external floor area of approximately 206m², is of timber frame / timber clad Scandinavian style construction with a concrete tiled roof. It was built in 2004 / 2005 by Hunter & Morrison and is NHBC Registered. The house is fully double glazed and has central heating supplied by an oil-fired boiler in the utility room.
The property could be sold either as a large family home or, as a B & B with much of the furniture, fittings & appliances available separately.
Accommodation
ENTRANCE VESTIBULE
(Approx. 3m x 2.65m at widest points) (9‘10” x 8‘9”) Main entrance with double glazed front door with triple point locking opening to large entrance area with rear window, part-glazed inner door & sidelight leading to the hall, and second door to the utility room. Built-in cloak cupboard also containing the meters etc., tile effect vinyl flooring & radiator.
UTILITY ROOM
(Approx. 3.3m x 2.65m) (10‘10” x 8‘9”) Good-sized laundry / utility room with extensive wall units plus a large worktop area with inset sink and plenty of space below for appliances including plumbing for a washing machine (appliances available by separate negotiation). ‘Warmflow’ oil-fired central heating boiler, hatch to loft space & vinyl flooring.
HALL
(Approx. 4.4m x 1.85m + 10.85 + 1.25) (14‘4” x 6‘1” + 35’6” x 4’1”) Large ‘L’-shaped hall with main reception area with glazed doors to the kitchen & sittingroom, a large built-in shelved double cupboard for linen etc. plus a second cupboard for general storage. A passageway leading to the four en-suite double bedrooms, bathroom & office, has a further shelved linen cupboard, recessed ceiling spotlighting plus three wall lights, & two radiators.
KITCHEN
(Approx. 3.7m x 3.55m) (12‘2” x 11‘9”) Attractively fitted south-facing kitchen with plenty of cupboard space, a breakfast bar and wood effect worktops. Includes integral double oven & gas hob in matching green finish with concealed cooker hood over, integral fridge concealed behind a matching panel, plumbing for a dishwasher (appliance included), inset 1½ bowl sink, glazed display cabinet & tiled splashbacks. Recessed ceiling spotlighting, vinyl flooring, T.V. & telephone points. An archway leads through to the adjoining dining area.
SITTINGROOM / DINING ROOM
(Overall approx. 8.2m x 4.45m (dining area) 4.75m (sittingroom) (27’ x 14‘8” / 15’7”) Impressive bright room with large window area including a wide triple window to the sittingroom making the most of the views, plus sliding patio doors and a south-facing window to the dining area, all with curtains, matching pelmets & tie backs. Heating is provided by a solid-fuel stove set on a hearth or a central heating radiator. Recessed ceiling spotlighting, two wall lights & picture light, satellite T.V. connection & telephone point.
OFFICE
(Approx. 3.8m x 1.85m) (12‘5” x 6‘) Rear-facing room with fitted walled shelving & telephone point.
BATHROOM
(Approx. 3.8m x 1.9m) (12‘5” x 6‘2”) Family bathroom with white suite comprising corner bath, W.C., bidet & wash hand basin.
BEDROOM ACCOMMODATION
There are four en-suite bedrooms, three doubles and a twin, each with an en-suite shower room complete with wet-walled shower enclosure with glazed screen door, white W.C. & wash hand basin, radiator & extractor fan. Each room also has a T.V. point & radiator.
BEDROOM 1
(Approx. 3.85m x 3.8m + 1.9m x 1.65m) (12‘7” x 12‘5” + 6’4” x 5’6”) Master bedroom with window to the front of the house enjoying the views, & telephone point.
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
(Approx. 2m x 1.8m) (6‘8” x 5‘11”)
BEDROOM 2
(Approx. 3.8m x 3m + 1.95 x 1.85) (12‘5” x 9‘9” + 6’4” x 6’) Also to the front of the house.
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
(Approx. 1.8m x 1.8m) (6’ x 6‘) With ceiling mounted triple spotlight fitting & window blind.
BEDROOM 3
(Approx. 3.8m x 3.25m extending to 3.8m at widest point) (12‘5” x 10’8” / 12‘5”) Rear-facing twin room.
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
(Approx. 1.8m x 1.8m) (6‘ x 6‘) With ‘Triton’ electric shower & window blind.
BEDROOM 4
(Approx. 3.8m x 2.75m + 1.95m x 1.85m) (12‘5” x 9‘ + 6’4” x 6’1”)
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
(Approx. 1.8m x 1.8m) (6‘ x 6‘) With ‘Triton’ electric shower & window blind.
External
The site is estimated to extend to around ⅓ acre or thereby and includes a large parking area on the north side of the house with cold water tap. A ramp provides disabled access to the main entrance door at the rear.
In front of the house, chips have been laid to provide a low maintenance garden / seating area which is enclosed by a wooden fence. This area extends around the south side of the house where there is also a timber seating area and rotary clothes dryer. A large veranda accessed from the dining area runs along much of the front of the house providing a perfect place to sit and enjoy the fine view.
Note the garden ground to the rear requires landscaping. The boundaries to the north and west are unfenced.
Centre map on Norwind
View on the 'Shetland Property Map'
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Location
From the ferry drive to Mid Yell. On the approach to the village follow the road around the sharp bend to the right and take the turning right to Burravoe - do not turn down the hill towards the centre of the village. ‘Norwind’ is the first house on the right just past the fire station.
Local Amenities
Mid Yell being the main population centre for the island, has a wide range of local amenities which are within reasonable walking distance of the house. These include a shop and post office at the pier, the Junior High School (new school presently under construction), a superb leisure centre & swimming pool, medical centre including dental surgery, care centre, pub & boating club.
Yell is connected to mainland Shetland by a regular ro-ro ferry service (crossing time approximately 20 minutes) which runs throughout the day from the terminal at Ulsta (approximately 11 miles from the house), to Toft about 10 minutes from Brae & Sullom Voe, and about 27 miles from Lerwick.
Council Tax
Understood to currently be Band D. Prospective purchasers should however contact Shetland Islands Council directly for confirmation.
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 traveling to properties which have been sold or withdrawn.