Key details
- 1 Reception Room
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Council Tax Band: C
- Energy Efficiency: F (33)
Overview
Set in a leafy, elevated position at the back of Scalloway yet easy within walking distance of a range of amenities including local shopping on Main Street, the school, swimming pool and doctor's surgery, 'Norsecroft' is a three bedroom detached house offering double glazed accommodation all on the one level. There are views from the house over the harbour approach to the island of Trondra. Lerwick 6 miles.
In addition to the three bedrooms, the accommodation also includes a spacious living / dining room, modern fitted kitchen with integral oven & hob, plus a modern bathroom with electric over-bath shower. A walk-in cupboard in the hall provides handy storage in addition to the easily accessible loft space.
Heating is by electric radiators / panel heaters.
Externally there is a grassed garden area.
The property requires some render repairs but otherwise offers an affordable opportunity to acquire a three bedroom family home with a modern kitchen and bathroom in this attractive location with the added benefit of amenities nearby.
General Information
Scalloway, originally the ancient capital of Shetland, is located on the west coast of Shetland approximately 6 miles from Lerwick, the village being clustered around its harbour which is used by fishing boats and some oil related shipping.
'Norsecroft' is situated in an elevated, leafy position at the back of the village yet is still within easy walking distance of a range of local amenities including several local shops, a post office, hairdresser & café on Main Street, plus a primary school, public swimming pool, doctor's surgery, garage, hotel, and pub.
Further information on the local area can be found at:
https://www.shetland.org/visit/plan/areas/central-mainland
Heating is provided by a mix of electric oil-fired radiators and panel heaters. All carpets and other fixed floor coverings, curtains and blinds are included.
Accommodation
Entry is to the side of the house the double glazed door opening to a vestibule with carpet matting and electric meter, plus an inner door to the hall with doors to all rooms plus a handy walk-in cupboard with fitted light which provides storage space and houses the hot water tank. A hatch with pull-down ladder provides easy access to plenty of storage space in the loft which is floored down the centre.
At the far end of the hall is the carpeted living / dining room, a bright, generously proportioned room with living and dining areas, the room benefitting from a large window area to the south and west, the south-facing window enjoying a view past the trees opposite over towards the harbour approach and the island of Trondra. A glazed door provides access to the garden.
A sliding door from the dining area opens to the kitchen which is attractively fitted with modern units in a cream finish, the units including an integral oven and hob with a concealed cooker hood over, plus a sink below the rear window which enjoys an open aspect onto the hill behind the house. The freestanding fridge freezer and washing machine will be included in the sale and the flooring is wood effect vinyl. Again, an external door provides further access to the garden, another door leads back to the hall.
Next to the kitchen is the modern family bathroom comprising a white three piece suite, the bath having an electric shower over. Heating is provided by heated towel rail / radiator, and again the flooring is wood effect vinyl.
The remaining accommodation comprises the three bedrooms all of which are carpeted. Two of the bedrooms are situated to the front of the house, again with views including a distant view of Scalloway Castle. One of these rooms is the main double, the other is a single. The third bedroom is another single room to the rear of the house again enjoying an unobstructed view to the hill behind.
Rooms Sizes (All approximate)
Living / Dining Room
7.35m x 3.45m (dining area) extending to 4.75m at widest point (living area) (24’ x 11’5” / 15'6")
Kitchen
4.05m x 2.8m (13’3” x 9’2”)
Bathroom
2.8m x 1.8m (9’2” x 5’10”)
Bedroom 1
2.8m x 2.65m (9’2” x 8’9”)
Bedroom 2
3.9m x 3.15m (12’9” x 10’3”)
Bedroom 3
3.5m x 2m (11’6” x 6’8”)
Walk-in cupboard
2.15m x 1m (7’ x 3’)
External
Grassed garden area bounded at the rear by a stone dyke.
Council Tax
Understood to currently be Band C. Prospective purchasers should however contact Shetland Islands Council directly for confirmation. Council Tax Bands may be reassessed by the Joint Valuation Board when a property is sold. Details of Council Tax rates can be found on Shetland Island Council’s website at:
Property location
To reach the property drive to Main Street in the centre of Scalloway. Continue along the road passing the Prince Olav slipway on the left. Ladysmith Road is on the right shortly after the slipway, immediately after a red metal clad building on the corner. Drive to the top of the road and turn left. 'Norsecroft' is the sixth house along on the right opposite a turning area.
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.
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