Description?
Unique opportunity to acquire a grand two storey detached property situated within a large garden in the scenic location of Whiteness on the west side of Shetland with southerly views of Nesbister and Northwards over Stromfirth loch. ‘Stebbigrind’ is full of character and history, boasts high ceilings, a balcony and period features however it does require a scheme of renovation works to upgrade the property to modern living standards which is reflected in the asking price.
The property is heated via an oil-fired boiler to a wet radiator system and supplemented by open fireplaces for use with solid fuel.
Accommodation comprises: Ground Floor - Living room, family room, kitchen/ dining room, rear porch, utility?room? And small W.C.
First floor:- three bedrooms and bathroom.
Externally there is a detached garage?and driveway at the side.?A solid wall surrounds the house and garden with established trees and shrubs. There is also a small courtyard, workshop, coal-shed and storage shed.? Additional garden area to the South side with a drying line.
Location?
Situated approximately 9 miles from Lerwick. Close to all local Whiteness amenities such as the Primary School and Nursery, Playgroup, Youth Club, Community hall, Snooker Club and Football Pitch. The Whiteness Shop is just a short walk away and the?Weisdale?shop and fuel station is also nearby.?
accommodation?
Ground floor
Utility room?(2.2 X 2.1M)?
North facing external door, south facing window, ?tiled walls and floor, washing machine, tumble dryer, centre light and coat hooks
toilet (1.1 X 0.8M)
West facing window, toilet, wall mounted storage cupboard with mirror
kitchen/dining area?(5.4 X 3.8M)?
Kitchen
South facing window, solid oak base and wall units with laminate worktop, stainless steel sink, electric oven and hob, dishwasher, extractor hood, and laminate flooring
Dining room
North facing window, oil-fired boiler, storage cupboard, breakfast bar and laminate flooring
living room?(3.9 X 3.6M)
Large East facing window, electric fire in front of a stone?mantlepiece, metal gate between the?living room?and family room, full length window seat and carpet to the floor
family room?(4.9 X 2.6M)?window area (3.1 X 2.0M)?
East and north facing?windows, full length window seat, ?carpet to the floor, open?fireplace and stairs to the first floor
porch (2.4 X 1.7M)
East facing half-glazed external door, tiled floor, seating area with windows all around
First floor
Hallway & staircase (5.9 X 0.9M)
Carpet to the floor, ‘whale tail’ staircase, wooden banister and external door leading out to the balcony
bedroom 1 (3.8 X 3.9M)
West and South facing?windows, carpet to the floor, radiator and open fire?with wooden mantlepiece
bedroom 2 (4.1 X 4.0M)
East facing windows, carpet to the floor, built-in?corner?cupboard?and radiator
bedroom 3 (4.0 X 4.1M)
West?and north facing windows, carpet to the floor, built-in wardrobe, open fire with mantlepiece and radiator
External
Lawn area to the front of the property, drying line at the east side surrounded by timber fence, vegetable plot, chipped pathways, parking for three cars, concrete block-work boundary walls surround the property.
Large ?Shed?(2.8 x 2.3m)?
Workshop with shelving and electrics. There is a separate coal shed attached (3.0 x 1.5m)
Small Shed (1.7 x 0.9m)
Garage?(6.0m x 3.6m)?
Bi-folding garage doors with electric supply, water and side pass door.
Services
Electricity: Mains
Water: Mains
Drainage: Mains sewer
Telephone:- Connected
Heating:- Oil-fired boiler to wet radiator system (with some ‘Myson’ electric convector heaters connected to the same system on the ground floor). Open fireplaces provide additional space heating.
Council Tax – Band C
EPC Rating – Band F
Extras
All fixed items are included in the sale.
Entry
Immediate entry available on conclusion of legal formalities with a flexible entry date.
Viewings
By appointment only.
Contact or email
Closing date
Parties wishing to be advised of a closing date should note their interest with the selling agent through a solicitor.
Offers to
Arthur & Simpson
68 Commercial Street, Lerwick, ZE1 0DL
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disclaimer Note: Whilst we endeavour to make these particulars accurate, they do not offer/form any part of a contract on offer and are not guaranteed. Measurements are approximate. We have not tested electricity, gas or water services or any appliances. Photographs may have been taken with a wide angle lens.