NEIL RISK SOLICITOR ESTATE AGENT

THE HAA

GLOUP

YELL

SHETLAND

ZE2 9DD “The Haa” is a two storey laird’s house with a service wing and attic. There are many characteristics including a beautiful curved staircase, original fireplaces, wood panelling and window shutters in this Grade B listed building. The house is in need of refurbishment. It is set in a commanding position and has a large garden. The island of Yell has excellent inter-island ferry links to the Shetland Mainland. To view: Telephone 01957 744386 or 01957 744259 to arrange an appointment.

REDUCED PRICE:

OFFERS IN THE REGION OF £100,000

Home Report Available

Energy Efficiency Rating – Band F (27)

NORDHUS, NORTH NESS BUSINESS PARK, LERWICK, SHETLAND ZE1 0LZ

TEL (01595) 695262 FAX (01595) 695331

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Yell has much to offer to wildlife enthusiasts, hill walkers and those who simply want peace and quiet. It is also noted for its scenery and geology and provides a wide range of interests for visitors and residents alike. Crofting is a way of life on the island. Gloup is approximately 52 miles from Lerwick by road and involves an inter-island ferry crossing. A ro-ro ferry runs from Toft on the Shetland mainland to Ulsta at the south end of the island of Yell. Arriving in Yell, follow the signs to Gutcher at the north end of Yell and then continue west to Gloup. Yell is the largest of the North Isles, having a population of just under 1000. Mid Yell is the main centre of population on the island and has a shop with Post Office, junior high school, doctor’s surgery and leisure centre with heated swimming pool. There is a café with seasonal opening hours at the Gutcher Ferry Terminal about 6.5 miles away. The ro-ro ferries to Unst and Fetlar leave from Gutcher. The village of Cullivoe which has a shop, post office, public hall and primary school is approximately 3 miles away.

All carpets and curtains are included in the sale. Some of the light fittings are also included with the exception of all chandeliers; however they are available to purchase separately by valuation, along with some furniture.

View from the back of the house

SERVICES

Electricity:– Mains

Water:– Mains

Drainage:- Septic tank

Telephone:- Not connected

Heating:- Storage heaters

Windows:- Single glazed

ACCOMMODATION

Accommodation is on three levels and comprises: Ground Floor: Hall, Sittingroom, Kitchen, Dining Room, Study, Bathroom, Walk-in Store and Utility Room. First Floor: 2 Bedrooms and Bathroom. Second Floor: Attic Bedroom and Attic.

G R O U N D F L O O R HALL Entering by wooden door with full length curtains on a wooden curtain pole. Single pendant light with shade. Curved stairs with runner carpet and moulded wooden handrail and balusters leading to the first floor. Cupboard under the stairs. Continuing to the right along the Hallway there is a cupboard, east facing window with full length curtains on a wooden curtain pole. Single pendant light with glass shade and a storage heater. There is an inner hallway leading to the Bathroom, with coathooks, glass ceiling light and carpet.

SITTINGROOM (4.69m x 4.55m and 5.06m max)

Dual aspect room having east and west facing windows with wooden shutters. Painted wood panelling to waist height around the room except within the alcove area. Open fire with wooden mantelpiece, marble back and hearth and brass fender. Cupboard with shelves. Storage heater, carpet and wooden curtain poles. BATHROOM (1.43m x 2.36m max) West facing window. Walls partially v-lined. White toilet, sink set in built-in unit with cupboard and a bath. Fitted mirror with shaver light above. Chrome electric towel rail, carpet, curtains on a swish curtain rail, single pendant light with shade.

STUDY (3.54m x 3.61m max)

West facing window with wooden shutters and curtains on a wooden curtain pole. Wooden dado rail at waist height and cornicing partially around ceiling. Fireplace with electric fire, wooden mantelpiece, marble back and hearth and brass fender. Storage heater.

WALK-IN STORE (1.39m x 2.75m max – the door is at an angle) East facing window with wooden curtain pole. Fully v-lined room which has been painted. 3 wall shelves. Cupboard with shelves. Single pendant light and wooden floor.

DINING ROOM (3.05m x 2.72m max) North facing window with curtains on a wooden curtain pole. Fully v-lined room which has been painted. Serving hatch to the Kitchen. Built-in cupboard. Dimplex storage heater, single pendant light with shade and carpet.

KITCHEN (3.62m x 3.81m max)

North facing window with roller blind. Fully v-lined room which has been painted. Fitted pine kitchen with stainless steel sink with 2 draining boards. Creda double oven at eyelevel, Creda ceramic hob and extractor above. Electrolux fridge and Bosch dishwasher. Cupboard housing the hotwater tank. Dimplex storage heater, single pendant light with shade and vinyl flooring. Door leading to the UTILITY ROOM (2.49m x 1.63m max) External door, south facing window. Fully wood lined. Cupboard with consumer units. Hotpoint fridge freezer. Washing machine and tumble dryer. Single pendant light. Floor is on two levels, one part has vinyl flooring and the area at the external door is concrete.

F I R S T F L O O R LANDING East facing window and skylight. Storage heater (not connected). The runner carpet from the stairs continues along the landing.

A door gives access to a very tight staircase with small steps leading to the attic. Single pendant light. There are two small windows in the stairway providing natural light into the staircase to the attic and also the attic.

BEDROOM 1 (4.98m x 4.56m max)

Dual aspect room having an east and 2 north facing windows with wooden shutters. Wood panelling to waist height around the room. Open fire with wooden mantelpiece, marble back and hearth and brass fender. Storage heater, single pendant light and carpet.

BATHROOM (1.85m x 3.14m max) The bathroom serves both bedrooms with separate access from each room.

West facing window. Walls partially v-lined. White toilet, sink set in built-in unit with cupboard. The bath has a shower mixer tap. Fitted mirror with shaver light and socket above. There is a cupboard which houses a hotwater tank above the toilet and cupboard above the bath. Chrome electric towel rail, combination of carpet and vinyl flooring, curtains on a wooden curtain pole, single pendant light with glass shade.

BEDROOM 2 (4.95m x 4.20m max)

East facing window with wooden shutter. Dado rail at waist height. Open fire with painted wooden mantelpiece and cast iron back. Built in wardrobes with mirror at the side. Storage heater, single pendant light, carpet and curtains on a wooden curtain pole.

S E C O N D F L O O R

ATTIC BEDROOM (4.23m x 3.94m max – including the beds and wardrobes) Coombed room with a skylight and a small south facing window. There are two bed pods built into a coomb with a wall spotlight and curtains enclosing each. Built in wardrobes with louvre doors. Wall shelves, hatch giving access to the eaves area under the skylight. 2 wall lights and carpet.

ATTIC

Door leading to the attic space which is used for storage. The cold water tank is situated here.

EXTERNAL

Gravel road with gate leading from the public road up to The Haa which has a parking area to the south side of the house. The boundary is defined with post and wire fencing. A dry stone dyke defines the front boundary and also continues in line with the drive up to the house. There is a large garden which is currently overgrown. COUNCIL TAX BAND Currently Band A.

ENTRY

Early entry available. TRAVEL DIRECTIONS Follow the road from Ulsta Ferry Terminal to Gutcher; as you crest the hill at Gutcher, take the junction on the left marked “Gloup Fisherman’s Memorial”. Travelling along the B9083 follow the signs to Gloup, passing through Cullivoe. After approximately 6.5 miles take the “Easterhouse” junction and The Haa is the first house on the right.

CLOSING DATE Parties wishing to be advised of a closing date should note their interest with the selling agent. OFFERS TO Neil Risk, Solicitor and Estate Agent, Nordhus, North Ness Business Park, Lerwick, Shetland, ZE1 0LZ. Telephone (01595) 695262. Fax (01595) 695331. E-mail: mail@neilrisk.com

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Note: While the foregoing particulars are believed to be correct, their accuracy is not guaranteed and they do not form part of any contract. The dimensions given are approximate only and are not warranted. Photographs may have been taken with a wide angle lens.