Detached house for sale in Bressay, Shetland ZE2

Overview
‘Hauraki’ is a three bedroom detached property in Glebe Park set in a great location set in small estate conveniently situated just ½ mile from the local shop and 1½ miles from the ferry terminal on the island of Bressay which lies just across Bressay Sound from Lerwick, the regular ro-ro ferry which runs throughout the day taking just five minutes to reach the Esplanade right in the centre of town.

This double-glazed property is conveniently arranged on one storey comprising of three bedrooms, a kitchen / dining room, a living room, a family bathroom, a utility room and extensive cupboards.

The property is heated by storage heaters.

Externally, the property is set in a fenced garden area with an attached greenhouse and chipped, low-maintenance area to the front and drying green to the rear.

General Information
2 Glebe Park is situated about 1½ miles from the ferry terminal on the island of Bressay which lies off the east coast of Shetland just across Bressay Sound from Lerwick.

The island which has a population of around 360 is served by a quick five minute ro-ro ferry service which runs to the Esplanade right in the centre of Lerwick, the service generally running hourly throughout the day.

Local amenities on Bressay itself include the shop & post office just ½ mile from the house, plus a community hall, heritage centre & marina, although the frequent ferry service means amenities in the town are relatively easily accessible. During the summer months it is possible to access the neighbouring uninhabited island of Noss at the southern end of Bressay, an important national nature reserve notable for its bird life.

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Accommodation
Entry to the property is via the front door opening to the entrance vestibule. An inner door opens to the hallway with extensive storage cupboards, one of which holds a washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer.

The ‘L’ shaped, triple-aspect, galley style kitchen / dining room provides a bright aspect and ample fitted units and worktop space, an integral oven / grill / hob with cooker hood over and a 1 ½ inset sink with plenty of space for a dining table and chairs. Wood effect laminate flooring.

The generous living room also provides a triple-aspect and offers lots of natural light. Wood effect laminate flooring.

Bedrooms 1 & 2 are both carpeted and benefit from a south-east facing view with handy built-in cupboard space.

Bedroom 3 is also carpeted and has an ‘L’ shape with north-west facing views.

The family bathroom comprises of a WC, a bidet, a wash hand basin set in a handy unit with a mirror over, a bath and a separate shower with an electric shower over. Tile effect vinyl flooring.

Rooms Sizes (All approximate)
Kitchen / Dining Roon

5.65m x 3.25m extending to 4.45m (18’6” x 10’7” / 14’7”)

Living Room

7.3m x 2.3m extending to 3.45m (23’11” x 7’6” / 11’3”)

Bedroom 1

3.8m x 2.9m (12’5” x 9’6”)

Bedroom 2

3.6m x 2.9m (11’9” x 9’6”)

Bedroom 3

4.2m x 1.6m extending to 2.95 (13’9” x 5’2” / 9’8”)

Family Bathroom

3.25m x 2.7m (10’7” x 8’10”)

External
The property is set in a fenced garden area with an attached greenhouse and chipped, low-maintenance area to the front and drying green to the rear with a shed.

Council Tax
Understood to currently be Band A. 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 off the ferry and follow the road past the Maryfield Hotel following the road to the right and along the shore. Pass the church and turn right by the shop to Glebe & Kirkabister. Follow the road towards to the group of houses in the distance; Glebe Park being on the right. Turn into Glebe Park and take the first right. No 2 is the second house on the right.