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
Wastower, Atlaness, Hamnavoe, Burra, ZE2 9XW
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view of the front of the house
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sun porch
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hall
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sittingroom
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kitchen
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kitchen
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bathroom
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the master bedroom
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en-suite shower room
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view from the house
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general situation
Four bedroom ‘Scandinavian’ style single storey detached property (2003), conveniently situated in the centre of the village of Hamnavoe, and enjoying magnificent unrestricted views over Fugla Ness, Oxna & Papa and beyond to the West side and as far as Foula.
Lerwick just 10miles away is within easy commuting distance. Scalloway approximately 5 miles.
In addition to the four bedrooms which includes two doubles, one with an en-suite shower room, and two singles, one of which could alternatively be used as a study, the accommodation also includes a dual-aspect sittingroom, galley-style kitchen with integral oven & hob, bathroom & utility room. The superb double glazed sun-porch which has windows to three sides including full-height glazing to the gable end, is a particular feature and provides a great place to sit and enjoy the views and in particular the fine sunsets.
The property benefits from oil-fired under-floor central heating throughout including the sun porch.
The property is within walking distance of the local shop, primary school & pier / marine. Although an island, Burra is linked to mainland Shetland by two fixed link bridges via the neighbouring island of Trondra.
A Home Report is available for this property.
| Price: | OFFERS OVER £170,000 |
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| Entry: | Early entry available, by arrangement. |
| Viewing: | Please telephone the sellers direct on 01595 859 390, or contact our reception. |
| Rooms: | Sun Porch, Hall, Sittingroom, Kitchen, Master Bedroom & En-suite Shower room, second Double Bedroom, two Single Bedrooms (or single bedroom & study), Bathroom & Utility room. |
Accommodation
SUN PORCH
(Approx. 3.35m x 2.7m) (11‘ x 8‘10”) Entry to the property is via a double glazed front door to a large sun porch which is double glazed throughout with windows to three sides including full-height glazing to the gable wall making the most of the superb views. There is a window shelf around the walls, two wall lights and a hanging centre light, power points and the room also benefits from the under-floor heating. A part-glazed 1½ door set leads to the hall.
HALL
(Approx. 7.5m x 1.05m opening out to 2.85m wide by main door) (24‘7” x 3‘5” / 9’5”) With spacious entrance area with doors to the sittingroom & kitchen and passageway leading to the bedrooms. Like the rest of the house there are pine finishes to skirtings & doors surrounds and pine panelled doors. Built-in cupboard housing the ‘Megaflo’ water tank & fuse boxes, wood effect laminate flooring, & loft access hatch.
SITTINGROOM
(Approx. 5.3m x 3.45m) (17‘5” x 11‘5”) Bright dual-aspect room including wide triple window to the front of the house enjoying the fine views and second window to the side. Wood effect laminate flooring & telephone point.
KITCHEN
(Approx. 5.4m x 2.4m at widest point) (17‘9” x 7‘11”) Galley style kitchen with double window to the rear of the house and fitted units in a white finish providing plenty of worktop space. Includes integral electric oven & gas hob with cooker hood over, all in a stainless steel finish, inset sink unit, plumbing for a dishwasher (appliance not included), and two glazed display cabinets. Wood effect laminate flooring & door to the utility room.
UTILITY ROOM
(Approx. 2.4m x 1.8m) (7‘11” x 5‘10”) With fitted cupboard unit & worktop, plumbing for a washing machine, vinyl flooring & double glazed back door. The ‘Worcester Danesmoor’ oil-fired central heating boiler provides hot water and supplies the under-floor heating system throughout the house including the sun porch.
BATHROOM
(Approx. 2.3m x1.7m) (7‘6” x 5‘7”) Comprising white three piece suite including wash hand basin set in fitted vanity / cupboard unit with large wall mirror & spotlighting over. Wood effect vinyl flooring.
BEDROOM 1
(Approx. 3.45m x 2.85m + wardrobe) (11‘3” x 9‘4”) Master bedroom to the front of the house with substantial fitted wardrobe with sliding mirror doors along one wall providing plenty of hanging / shelf space. Wood effect laminate flooring.
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
(Approx. 2m x 1.7m) (6‘8” x 5‘7”) With white W.C. & wash hand basin plus wet-wall lined shower enclosure with glazed screen / door. Wood effect vinyl flooring.
BEDROOM 2
(Approx. 4.5m x 3.05m + wardrobe) (14‘10” x 10‘) Spacious rear-facing double bedroom with large wardrobe along one wall, and wood effect laminate flooring.
BEDROOM 3
(Overall approx. 3.05m x 2.3m inc. cupboard) (10‘ x 7‘7”) Rear-facing single bedroom with built-in cupboard and wood effect laminate flooring.
BEDROOM 4
(Overall approx. 3.05m x 2.3m) (10‘ x 7‘7”) As per bedroom 3. Could alternatively be used as a study.
External
The site includes a large parking area however overall it requires general landscaping. The site is unfenced however the boundaries will be pointed out at time of viewing.
Centre map on Wastower
View on the 'Shetland Property Map'
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Location
‘Wastower’ is situated by the Atlaness houses off the loop road that runs round the centre of Hamnavoe. Drive into the village, passing the school on the left. As the road starts to go down towards the pier, turn right into ‘The Glen’. Follow the road past the turning to ‘Glenburn Road’ on the right, and continue around to the left to the next turning right into ‘Atlaness’. Turn into Atlaness and left again at the bottom, continuing to the end of the road. ‘Wastower’ is situated at the end of the road on the left hand side just past the last Atlaness house.
Local Amenities
Hamnavoe is situated on the island of Burra on the west coast of Shetland, and is connected to mainland Shetland by two fixed bridges via the neighbouring island of Trondra. Although Scalloway is just over 5 miles away and Lerwick just 10 miles away, there is a local shop & post office, a primary school, and a marina down by the pier, all of which are within walking distance. There is also a village hall and a regular bus service to Scalloway / Lerwick. Further amenities at Scalloway include the Junior High School, swimming pool, several local shops, the harbour area and North Atlantic Fisheries College.
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.