Town house for sale

Reawick Congregational Church, Reawick, Shetland ZE2

Reference - KA0673

Welcome to Reawick Congregational Church

Reawick Congregational Church presents a rare and exciting opportunity to acquire a detached church steeped in local history. Originally built around 1863, the church has been a central part of the community for over a century and remains in use to this day.

The property has recently has been approved for full planning permission and a building warrant (both granted in 2024) to convert the church into a two-bedroom home. This provides an excellent head start for prospective buyers. The building is Category C listed, offering character and heritage alongside the potential for a unique residential conversion.

Listed Building Consent: Ref 2024/024/lbc
Planning Permission: Ref 2024/022/ppf
Building Warrant: Bw/2024/103
Further details can be accessed via the Shetland Islands Council website.

Location

The church is located in Reawick, offering a peaceful lifestyle within easy reach of Lerwick, approximately 27 miles away (around a 40-minute commute). Reawick Beach, a stunning sandy shoreline, lies only a short drive from the property.

Nearby amenities include a well-stocked shop and garage at Bixter, while Aith provides additional facilities such as the West Mainland Leisure Centre, the Eid Co-op, and Michael’s Wood. The area is also home to spectacular coastal walks, including Westerwick and Sillwick, both renowned for their dramatic scenery.

Accommodation

Entrance Vestibule leading into a small reception room, with access to a W.C.
Main Sanctuary, an impressive space with six large arched windows that flood the room with natural light. The sanctuary measures approximately 153 sq. M. Of internal floor area, offering a highly flexible layout for conversion into a spacious and characterful home.

External Features

The church does not come with all of the enclosed gardens seen within the photos. The footprint of the church has a surrounding border around two meters wide along with the entrance into the church.

Early Viewing Highly Recommended